Take Back Control

Of Your Day and your Career

Executive Coaching Calgary:
Energize your Impact

You’ve built your reputation by delivering whenever the stakes are high. You’ve been leading people for a while, not just projects, but you’re frustrated, exhausted and feel like there’s no end in sight.

You’re constantly pulled into meetings with constant interruptions and distraction. Your team leans on you for most decisions but still misses the mark when left to make a tough call on their own. Strategy, focus, implementation it’s like they aren’t really hearing you.

Working early mornings, late nights and even weekends just to keep up is wearing thin. There is no space to think, no one to talk to and no clear path forward that doesn’t cost more of your time and energy.

This isn’t sustainable. And it’s not how you want to lead.

Let’s change that starting with real support and leadership skills designed for leaders like you. Depending what you need, we offer world-class executive coaching, leadership coaching and business coaching that works.

You Want To Thrive, Not Just Survive At Work

You want a team that takes ownership and follows through. You want space to think strategically without constant distraction. You want to lead, not just react and put out fires all day. You want to be the one that comes out on top in the next merger or acquisition. And more than anything, you want to enjoy your work and life again. 

Business Coaching for Calgary Leaders in High-Pressure Roles

Our approach is designed for leaders, executives and technical professionals across Calgary’s core industries.

We work with leaders across Calgary’s key industries, including:

  • Energy and Clean Tech
    Where you’re leading through volatility, complexity and a push for innovation
  • Engineering and Geoscience
    Where accuracy matters, timelines are tight and the stakes are high
  • Construction and Infrastructure
    Where delays cost money and your leadership keeps everything moving
  • Finance and Professional Services
    Where you manage high-value decisions, clients, and teams under pressure
  • Tech and Digital Innovation
    Where scale, speed and constant change are part of the job
  • Agribusiness and Food Production
    Where efficiency, logistics and seasonal pressures collide
  • Public Sector and Not-for-profits
    Where you’re balancing mandates, tight budgets and real community impact

You’re the one people rely on.
You’re the one solving the problems.
But you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

You Don't Have Time To Waste Get the Leadership Skills That Help you Level Up

Your schedule is already overloaded. You don’t need another vague leadership model or off-the-shelf solution.

If you’re looking for:

  • A results-focused executive coach in Calgary who understands the pressure you’re under

  • A leadership coach who skips the fluff and gets to what actually works

  • A leadership development approach tailored to senior leaders and real-world complexity

  • Business coaching from an award-winning entrepreneur

You’ve come to the right place.

What you need is targeted, practical support that fits the pressure you’re under and the expectations you manage every day. Support that helps you get your time back, elevate your team and focus on what actually matters.

Let’s talk.

As An Executive Performance Partner
we Help You...

Real Results. Real ROI

Whether you’re leading senior teams or stepping into a bigger executive role, we help you get measurable results with a workday that doesn’t leave you drained.

Our executive coaching, leadership coaching and business coaching in Calgary are all tailored to your specific needs. Your career, nor your business follow a textbook. Your leadership support shouldn’t either.

What sets C.J. and Wilkins Creative Insights apart? We don’t show up with a script or inspirational fluff. We bring real-world experience, sharp insight and practical conversation to help you solve real problems and lead more effectively. 

Together, we’ll help you:

  • Build a high-performing team without constant hand-holding

  • Increase your capacity without burning out

  • Create meaningful professional and personal value that helps you reach your goals

Who Are You?

This work isn’t for everyone. (That’s a good thing.) You might be a good fit if:

  • You’re highly competent with deep subject matter expertise

  • You value straight talk over vague advice

  • You don’t want to pay to be told inspirational Instagram quotes

  • You’re serious about improving your leadership and your team

  • You believe in common sense, not miracle cures

  • (Bonus) You suspect your workplace could be a sitcom

Your Future Can't Wait.
Start Now

Schedule a 30-minute introductory call to see if we’re a fit and how working together can take you from frustration to focus. Select your availability and complete the form to get started.

Certifed Executive Coach

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You want to get to the point. So you need to work with a professional who has the business coaching and leadership skills, education and real-world experience to understand you.

C.J. Wilkins is a senior leader and an award-winning entrepreneur. He’s worked directly at Calgary-based organizations including Shell Canada Limited, AltaGas Ltd. and Alberta’s Energy Regulator. Born and raised in Calgary and Southern Alberta, he meets you where you are in your journey so you get the most value from working together.

C.J. is a Certified Executive Coach and Professional Certified Coach (International Coaching Federation) with real-world experience, not just a list of questions to ask. Together we work smarter, not harder to get you where you want to be as a leader.

Additional Services for Calgary Organizations

Ready to Explore Lasting Change?

Schedule a 30-minute introductory call to see if we’re a fit and how working together can take you from frustration to flow. Select your availability and complete the form to get started.

Our Clients Are Talking

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C.J. Wilkins is BRILLIANT! This was one of the most productive hours with a consultant that I have EVER had. C.J. has a wealth of knowledge, experience, understanding. He knows of what he speaks. C.J. provided specific ideas into developing our audience; ideas that are very doable - not pie-in-the-sky goals. Practical, common sense, relatable suggestions. These are things the we can implement immediately.
David Garber
Edmonton Metropolitan Chorus
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I can't say enough good things about C.J.'s coaching practice and the programs he offers. The impact that his coaching has had on my performance and emotional intelligence at the office has made my work-life balance better as well as more personable with all of my coworkers. My career path has been more focused and personal goal setting has become a large part of my work experience. Thank you for everything, C.J. and I would recommend his programs to everyone!
Matt Clarkson
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C.J is an amazing presenter that brings both passion and extensive knowledge to the topics. CJ's enthusiasm is evident in his presentation style and his knowledge is inspiring to all that have the privilege to engage with him.
Angela McLaren
CJ has been a wonderful coach helping to support me to grow my emotional intelligence to become a better leader for my team. He is personable and easy to talk to providing practical guidance and useful tools that has already led to positive results. Thank you for everything and I highly recommend his services to anyone looking to enhance their team!
Jodie E.
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When it comes to Marketing and communications strategy, C.J. totally works his magic! C.J. is able to take a 20 minute story and make it 5 minutes yet more impactful!
We had been delivering services for 37 years and no one was able to donate on our website. C.J. brought our website into the 21st century so that our website is now interactive, engaging, and now, you can donate with a press of a button!
Debbie Scarborough
Executive Director
Wilkins Creative Insights helped me expand my small business goals into a comprehensive, individualized action plan for success.
He also developed my website from start to finish and transformed it into a user-friendly platform, while maintaining the spirit & style of Textile Apparel.
Working with C.J. is like having an experienced business partner in your corner.
Alicia Meier
Owner
C.J. has been an exceptional coach in supporting me as I build my business. His quick mind and razor sharp focus keeps me and my business growth on track. I highly recommend C.J. if you are looking for top notch service and cutting edge creativity! If you are ready to soar call C.J. today!
Shauna Paynter
Owner
Safe and Sound Counselling
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This was one of several strategic planning meetings that I have attended. I certainly can say comparably that the content, the facilitation and the overall day were above meeting my expectations. And thank God it was fun!
Matt Brown
Board Member - OSIF