Empowered leaders. Aligned teams. Strong culture.

Every leader is part of a living system. We shape the people around us and are shaped by them in return. When uncertainty runs high, even capable people become more reactive: we micromanage instead of empower, choose short-term fixes instead of long-term health, and blame others instead of examining our own contribution to the system.

The best leaders learn to manage the anxiety in the system, starting with themselves. My work helps leaders and teams stay calm, clear, and connected in good times and bad by helping them understand the patterns they’re part of and change what actually needs to change.

Our Services

  • Coaching

    Systems-informed coaching for leaders navigating change, personal or organizational, aimed at increasing your effectiveness.

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  • Workshops

    Workshops and programs that give teams the skills, tools, and shared language to work toward the same goals, collaborate more effectively, and get real results.

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  • Culture Audit

    A deep dive into your organization’s culture to uncover strengths, challenges, and opportunities for growth—providing a roadmap for retention and engagement.

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  • Leadership Alignment Process

    A structured process for the high-potential employee with a blind spot, aligning the employee, their manager, and the system to create lasting change.

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What clients say

  • Working with Meredith was one of the best investments I’ve ever made in myself.

    Because of her coaching, I gained the confidence, clarity, and resilience I needed to step into a new chapter of my career. Looking back now, I honestly don’t think I would have had the courage or headspace to make that leap without her. Meredith doesn’t just help you become a better leader. She helps you navigate change and transition with wisdom, courage, and compassion. If you’re facing a big decision or life shift, having Meredith by your side will make all the difference.

    —Founder and Entrepreneur

  • The Leadership Training with Meredith was by far one of the most impactful trainings I’ve participated in.

    While I’ve appreciated many other professional development opportunities, this training was especially valuable because of how directly applicable it was to the growth and transition our department is currently experiencing. Nothing about the experience felt like “fluff” — every discussion and activity had practical value that we could immediately apply in our day-to-day work.

    —Fundamentals of Leadership program participant

  • I worked with Meredith for several years, and her counsel was instrumental to my professional success and personal growth.

    She quickly developed a deep understanding of my goals and leadership style, offering insightful, actionable guidance that helped me navigate complex challenges and transitions. With extensive experience coaching clients across diverse companies, industries, and functions, she brought a unique and valuable perspective to every conversation. Her strategic insight—combined with the accountability she created around action items from each session—made her an exceptional and trusted long-term partner in my career journey.

    —Senior marketing leader

Get to know Meredith

I'm Meredith Nieuwsma, a coach and consultant with over 15 years of experience helping leaders and teams better understand themselves and the systems they're part of, so they can create strong culture, build alignment, and get results. Known for building trust quickly and guiding people through complexity, I bring practical tools and deep insight to create lasting impact in both organizational and personal growth.

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Whatever you’re navigating, it helps to think it through with someone who can help you see the wider system. Tell me a bit about what’s going on, and I’ll be in touch soon.