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Step into Your Power

Your Transformational Journey Starts Here

My coaching approach combines deep mindset work, practical strategies, and tools for building a personal brand that is not only aligned with your values but also feels authentically you. I believe that success is about more than reaching a goal—it’s about feeling fulfilled and connected to your purpose every step of the way.

Whether you’re pivoting to a new career, starting a business, or simply seeking more balance, our work will be rooted in your unique strengths, aspirations, and vision.

For me, joy isn’t optional—it’s essential. I believe joy is the fuel that powers our creativity, resilience, and growth. 

My goal is to help you not only achieve success but to experience the kind of success that feels right, joyful, and sustainable. 

Together, we’ll design a roadmap that integrates your ambitions with your well-being, ensuring that the journey is as rewarding as the destination.

What to Expect

The Process

Our work together will begin with an in-depth consultation to understand your unique needs, challenges, and aspirations. From there, we’ll create a personalized coaching plan to help you move forward with confidence.

I provide actionable strategies and proven tools to help you design a life and career that feel deeply aligned with who you are and what you want. 
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My Approach

The Three Pillars

My coaching process is built on three interconnected pillars
  • Mindset, Strategy & Personal Brand
  • Confidence Building & Authenticity
  • Joy & Fulfillment 

My approach is designed to help you unlock your potential, lead with authenticity, and create a life and career that feels deeply aligned and develops a sense of fulfillment.

Pillar One

Mindset, Strategy & Personal Brand

Success begins with a clear and empowered mindset. This pillar focuses on transforming limiting beliefs, developing actionable strategies, and building a personal or professional brand that reflects your true essence.

  • Mindset:
    Together we’ll explore the thoughts, beliefs, and emotions that shape your decisions. Additionally, we’ll cultivate self-awareness and reframe limiting narratives, empowering you to approach challenges with clarity and confidence.

  • Strategy:
    With strategic insights and practical tools, I’ll guide you in creating your goals along with a roadmap for success, whether you’re pivoting in your career, starting a business, or redefining your goals. This strategy will help you focus on opportunities and maintain a growth-oriented perspective.

  • Brand:
    Your personal brand is the outward expression of your values and unique strengths. I help you develop a brand that feels authentic and aligned, one that resonates with your goals and allows you to show up confidently in every space.

Pillar Two

Confidence Building & Authenticity

Confidence is the key to taking bold action, and authenticity ensures that your actions align with who you truly are. This pillar integrates emotional intelligence and positive intelligence to help you embrace your strengths and lead with integrity.

  • Confidence:
    By combining emotional intelligence (understanding and managing your emotions) with positive intelligence (shifting focus from self-sabotaging thoughts to empowering ones), you’ll develop the confidence to step into your power. We’ll identify and overcome imposter syndrome, self-doubt, or fear of judgment, creating a foundation for bold and inspired action.

  • Authenticity:
    Authenticity is about aligning your inner values with your outward actions. Through reflective exercises and actionable steps, I’ll help you uncover what truly matters to you, ensuring that your decisions, communication, and leadership reflect your unique voice and purpose.

Pillar Three

Joy & Fulfillment

True success isn’t just about achieving goals—it’s about living a life that feels joyful and meaningful. This pillar focuses on integrating joy and fulfillment into every aspect of your journey.

  • Joy:
    Positive intelligence techniques are key here, helping you shift focus from stressors and setbacks to gratitude, purpose, and opportunity. We’ll cultivate habits that allow you to experience joy in both the big moments and the everyday wins.

  • Fulfillment:
    Fulfillment comes from aligning your goals with your core values and purpose. Drawing on emotional intelligence, I’ll help you identify what brings you deep satisfaction, enabling you to create a life and career that feel not only successful, but also meaningful and enriching.

Gina is multi-talented and her enthusiasm is contagious! Her workshops are always engaging and her knowledge and abilities are vast. From publishing to marketing to leadership, Gina’s strengths allow her to be an incredible advocate for women and a wonderful mentor and collaborator. Most importantly, her compassion and willingness to support others is genuine. Working with Gina is a true opportunity for growth.

Stephanie Cartin Founder & CEO, Entreprenista & SocialFly
Stephanie Cartin founder of Entreprenista and SocialFly

Gina has an ability to bring out a person's lived experience and help you connect it to your strengths to uncover your natural brand and purpose. She is an exceptional coach who has a natural curiosity about people that leads to a collaborative thought partnership for personal and professional growth. Not only can she help you connect to your brand and purpose, Gina has a creative mind to help you visually communicate your brand and purpose. I am thankful to have Gina as a thought partner and an executive coach!

Anita C. LeDeaux Leadership & Sales Strategist, Grainger

Gina Messina is a legend. Gina is an empowering and kind professional coach. For the past near two years, Gina has been instrumental in helping me both realize, work toward and achieve my personal and professional goals, both short-term and long-term. For example, since working with Gina, I have achieved a heightened sales acumen at work, and have increased my yearly attainment. Gina is a human encyclopedia, full of valuable resources and personal experience. She is thoughtful in her coaching, but also gives space for spontaneity. She opens up doors for her clients in many ways.

Mary Walker Baus Brand Partnerships, Reddit

Gina provides an opportunity to delve deep into self-discovery and limitless possibilities. Her soul shines through her every word. Like a beacon in the dark, Gina is a constant light providing a steady stream of support to others, and her guidance always comes from a place of wisdom, compassion, and love.

Ingrid Kobe Paralegal Nurse, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Ingrid Kobe, Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Gina has always shown up for me in the most beautiful of ways. Not only did Gina encourage my creativity and acknowledge the life experience I brought, she provided what became the most essential piece that had been missing for me: she honored my voice in every way possible. As a teacher, a mentor, and advocate, Gina has continued to be a cheer-leader to my every endeavor.

Rev. Rachel Hollander Author & Podcast Host
Rev. Rachel Hollander

Gina just gets it. As a champion for women, she's a tireless advocate who provides invaluable support and resources. As a leader, she has a unique way of connecting your talents to your work and illuminating your journey. If you get the chance to engage with Gina, do it!

Patrice Russell Talent Manager, Akron Children's Hospital
Patrice Russell, Akron Children's Hospital

Gina is a dynamo! I've felt her energy and enthusiasm fill us all. Her personal voice lends incredible power to our combined voices, propelling us forward together toward much needed change.

Genevieve Piturro Founder of The Pajama Program
Genevieve Piturro, Founder of The Pajama Program
Individual & Group Offerings

Coaching Opportunities

Individual Coaching

Focused, personalized coaching for those
seeking clarity and next-level growth.

  • Goal Setting: Define clear, achievable goals aligned with your values and aspirations.
  • Strategic Planning: Develop actionable plans to overcome obstacles and reach your objectives.
  • Skill Enhancement: Identify and cultivate skills essential for personal and professional growth.
Small Group Coaching

Participate in collaborative sessions that leverage collective wisdom to achieve shared and individual goals.

  • Peer Learning: Engage with others to gain diverse perspectives and insights.
  • Accountability Structures: Establish mutual support systems to maintain motivation and progress.
  • Collective Problem-Solving: Collaborate to develop innovative solutions to common challenges.
Coaching Services

FAQ

Coaching is a forward-focused, goal-oriented process that helps you unlock your potential, overcome obstacles, and create actionable steps toward your desired future. Unlike therapy, which often addresses past experiences and emotional healing, coaching focuses on where you are now and where you want to go. Similarly, while consultants provide specific advice and solutions, coaching empowers you to discover your own answers and develop skills for long-term success.

My coaching is tailored for individuals who are ready to take bold steps toward personal or professional growth. Whether you’re navigating a career pivot, an entrepreneur building a business, or someone seeking greater fulfillment and balance, my coaching process is designed to help you align your mindset, confidence, and goals.

Our work together will begin with an initial discovery session where we’ll explore your goals, challenges, and aspirations. From there, I’ll create a personalized coaching plan based on my three-pillar approach: Mindset, Strategy, and Brand; Confidence and Authenticity; and Joy and Fulfillment. Each session will focus on actionable steps, reflection, and practical strategies to ensure progress and alignment with your vision.

My coaching blends emotional intelligence, positive intelligence, and strategic insights to create a holistic and empowering experience. Unlike cookie-cutter programs, I focus on your unique strengths and goals, helping you build confidence, align with your values, and experience sustainable joy and fulfillment. My interdisciplinary background in business, women's studies, and spirituality allows me to support clients on both practical and personal levels.

The duration of coaching depends on your individual goals and needs. While some clients see significant progress within a few sessions, others prefer ongoing support to work on long-term goals. I offer flexible packages to meet your unique needs, whether you’re looking for short-term clarity or a deeper transformational journey.

Coaching sessions are typically one-on-one and conducted virtually, making them accessible and convenient no matter where you’re located. Each session lasts 50 minutes and includes a mix of reflection, goal-setting, and actionable strategies. Between sessions, I provide resources, exercises, and email support to ensure you stay on track.

I offer a free consultation to help you explore whether coaching is a good fit. During this session, we’ll discuss your goals and challenges, and I’ll share more about my process and how I can support you. There’s no pressure—this is simply a chance for us to connect and see if we’re a good match.

Yes! In addition to one-on-one coaching, I also offer group coaching sessions and workshops for individuals who thrive in a collaborative, community-focused environment. These programs provide an opportunity to learn and grow alongside others while receiving personalized support.

I offer a variety of packages to fit different goals and budgets. Pricing will depend on the length and frequency of sessions, as well as any additional resources or support included. I’m happy to discuss package options during your free consultation to ensure you find the right fit.

Results will vary depending on your goals and commitment to the process. Many of my clients report feeling more confident, aligned, and purposeful in their lives. They achieve clarity around their goals, overcome self-doubt, and create actionable plans that lead to meaningful progress. My goal is to help you experience both external success and internal fulfillment.

Getting started is simple! Just book a free consultation using the link below. We’ll discuss your goals, challenges, and how my coaching process can support your journey. From there, we’ll create a personalized plan to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

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