“I want to express my sincere appreciation for the leadership development Ester provided.

Her guidance has been instrumental in helping me focus and develop my natural leadership style (silent leader yet continually challenging and empowering my team and those around me). Working with her has taught me a lot about myself and the need to lean into my strengths and also test my boundaries. I certainly could not have achieved my COO position without growing an amazing team; people I trust and who I am truly fortunate to be working with and learning with/from. Thank you again for your support. I look forward to applying what I’ve learned as I continue to grow in my new role as COO.

“Ester’s session with our medical staff was nothing short of transformational.

Her expert knowledge, combined with her ability to communicate clearly and concisely, provided us with invaluable tools to navigate and empower ourselves within our complex system”

“It was wonderful having Ester join us as a guest speaker!

Her insights were invaluable and our participants felt seen in the stories she shared. We especially appreciated her style of engagement as it created a welcoming atmosphere and her thoughtful answers inspired our participants. Her stories and advice sets them up for success as they work towards rebuilding their careers in Canada.

“Connecting with Ester as a new board of directors for OSIF was invaluable

She gave us the knowledge, training and confidence to provide the proper necessities to our members and organization. She creates a comfortable and open environment to talk freely and openly and worked with our team to help our non for profit thrive in the coming year and years to come. Because of Ester, we can now see a clear path of success for OSIF which will not only benefit the film community but our arts and culture sector as a whole. We would recommend Ester to community leaders looking for clarity, confidence and sustainability within their organization.

“I am extremely grateful for participating (in this program). Above all, the one-on-one coaching sessions with Ester proved to be very beneficial to me, bringing clarity on key questions and reinforcing my confidence for the next steps of my career.”

She also guided me on how to deal/work/coach different personalities. A real discovery. I would like for all of my SM colleagues to have the same opportunity and would value a lot additional ad hoc sessions with her in the future. I liked the diversity of topics raised during the group sessions and the fact that we were a very small number of colleagues, leading to better discussions and to getting to know each others on a more personal/deeper level.

“Working with Ester was one of the smartest decisions I have ever made.

She is trustworthy, committed and so knowledgeable. Ester leads with ethical integrity in all the work she does, whether we had her consulting on human resource needs, grant supports, or policy, I always trusted her judgement and it never failed. I think it is really incredibly rare these days to find people that really get the job done and adapt to the needs of a client, which is why working with Ester was such a win for our organization. Could not recommend her highly enough.

“Working with Ester has been a transformative experience!

Ester patiently guided me through the assessment process, provided strategic advice that directly aligned with my leadership goals and helped me embrace my most authentic self. She possesses a rare combination of strategic expertise and emotional intelligence, enabling her to navigate complex challenges with both confidence and humility. I wholeheartedly recommend Ester to any leader, team, or organization looking to elevate their effectiveness, navigate change, or build a stronger future.

“Having Ester Pike as our speaker for our event was truly transformative.

Her ability to guide meaningful conversations about goal-setting and personal growth left a lasting impact on everyone in the room. Ester brought warmth, clarity, and a depth of knowledge that resonated with each attendee, creating an atmosphere of inspiration and focus. Her ethical approach and genuine commitment to empowering others were evident in every word she shared. Ester’s adaptability and dedication made her an invaluable part of our event, and I couldn’t have imagined a better fit to lead such an important workshop. I’m so grateful for her contributions and would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a thoughtful, impactful speaker.

“Ester Pike has been an exceptional business mentor, guiding me through a pivotal transition in my business with remarkable expertise and unwavering support.

strategic insights and innovative financial analysis techniques were invaluable, enabling me to diversify my offerings while maintaining strong industry connections and a sterling reputation. Ester’s dedication to celebrating each of my successes and her focus on preventing burnout transformed my approach to business, making the process not only effective but also enjoyable. Her mentorship has been instrumental in my professional growth and success, and I am profoundly grateful for her wisdom and encouragement.

“Ester provided our board of directors with training that increased effectiveness.

Her approach was inquisitive, asking questions about what our key goals were, then creating a unique training session for our board based off those needs. She was highly knowledgeable in the training she delivered and gave us tangible takeaways which we have been able to implement into our board meetings and governance. This training has made a positive impact for our board and I highly recommend Ester to any leaders who are looking to increase their effectiveness, especially around the themes of communication and motivation.

“Perhaps Ester’s Most admirable trait is being open to seeing circumstances from all points of view and adapting her perspective accordingly, if needed.

She is a fine balance of confidence and humility, checking for any potential blind spots and turning them into opportunities, always striving to learn about, connect with, and be of value to others, while building win-win relationships. I have full confidence Ester will achieve all she sets out to, and know that in her path, she will share her bright light, inspiring others to also do their best and follow their genuine path.