You Lead Because You Care. But Lately, It’s Costing You More Than You’d Like to Admit.
Coaching for Mission-Driven Leaders Who Are Ready to Trade Burnout for Clarity
You didn’t come into leadership looking for applause. You showed up because you felt called. But somewhere along the way, the weight of it all started to take its toll. You’re still dependable. Still strong. But you’re tired of holding it together on the outside while unraveling inside. This is where we start to shift that.
Your first step back to clear, grounded leadership begins here.
ACC-Certified Leadership Coach
Trained by the International Coaching Federation, I use neuroscience-backed methods to support lasting emotional and strategic transformation.
30+ Years in Pastoral Leadership
Since 1995, I’ve served congregations through transition and growth, helping communities stay mission-focused and spiritually aligned.
Strategic Guide for Nonprofits & Teams
From community organizing to organizational systems theory, I bring a practical, values-led lens to help your mission thrive with clarity.
Just Because You’re Strong Doesn’t
Mean You’re Okay.
When was the last time you felt truly clear-headed and spiritually steady?
Leaders like you rarely get asked that. You’re the one everyone counts on.
But holding all of that silently is starting to fray the edges of your confidence, your connection to God, and your sense of peace.
The good news?
You can find your way back... not by pushing harder, but by realigning from within.
If the pressure has been louder than your peace lately, this video was made for you.
Own Your Leadership Identity
Finally feel like the leader your title says you are.
Silence the Inner Critic
Replace doubt with grounded confidence and emotional clarity.
Lead Without the Mask
Stop performing. Start leading from a place of purpose and self-alignment.
Build a Team That Trusts You
Lead with empathy, earn buy-in, and build a stronger culture.
Make Decisions With Integrity
Feel certain in who you are and how you show up — even under pressure.
A Guide Who Knows the Road Because He’s Walked It
I’m Paul Oppedahl, a certified leadership coach and ordained pastor who’s spent over 30 years helping leaders and organizations navigate transition, burnout, and emotional overload. I bring together tools rooted in Positive Intelligence, grief coaching, systems theory, and spiritual direction to help leaders like you reclaim your clarity, realign with your calling, and move forward without losing yourself.
ACC Certified | International Coaching Federation
Trained in emotional systems, end-of-life & grief coaching, and nonprofit strategy
30+ years in spiritual leadership, coaching, and organizational change
You don’t need to be fixed. You need space to return to who you actually are.
From Internal Chaos to Deep Alignment
My 3-Part Coaching Framework Helps You Lead With Clarity—Without Losing Your Soul In the Process
Leadership doesn't get lighter on its own. But it does get clearer when you start from the inside out.
Here's how we begin:
Step 1: Watch the 15-Minute Intro Video
I share the 3 core shifts that helped me (and hundreds of others) reclaim clarity and confidence in leadership.
Step 2: Join the Cruising Speed Cohort
A self-paced 45-minute digital session + journal prompts to help you map your next step with intention.
Step 3: Continue With Personalized Coaching
My 6-month Radical Clarity coaching is especially for high-achieving women ready to lead with soul, structure, and strength.
You don’t have to carry it all alone. Let’s get you back to clarity.
Words That Say It All:
“Breakthrough Confidence”
“I finally stopped shrinking in meetings. I feel grounded in my values — and it shows.”
– Marcus, Sr. Project Manager
“I Found My Voice”
“This coaching helped me lead from the front instead of the shadows. My team actually trusts me now.”
– Anita, Operations Director
“The Missing Piece”
“I had the skills but not the identity. Nicholas helped me connect the two — and everything changed.”
– Jason, Marketing Lead
Still Have Questions?
Let’s Clear a Few Things Up.
Q1: Who are our coaching programs designed for?
Nicholas works with mid-level and emerging leaders who are ready to grow — not just in their performance, but in their presence. If you’re navigating new responsibilities, imposter syndrome, team dynamics, or unclear direction, this work is built for you.
Q2: I’ve done leadership training before. How is this different?
Most trainings focus on tactics. Nicholas focuses on transformation. His approach blends emotional intelligence, behavioral psychology, and identity development — creating change that lasts well beyond a worksheet.
Q3: Do I need to be in a corporate role to work with Nicholas?
Not necessarily. While many of his clients are in corporate or professional settings, what matters most is that you’re in a leadership role — formal or informal — and ready to lead with more clarity and confidence.
Q4: What’s the difference between the offers?
Each program is designed to meet you at a different stage of your leadership journey — from self-guided clarity tools to immersive 1:1 mentorship. You’ll find free resources, entry-point assessments, and high-touch coaching experiences. Explore the Services Section to find your best fit.
Q5: Is this therapy? Or coaching?
This is coaching, rooted in the depth of Nicholas’s training in adult education and behavioral psychology. You’ll experience mindset shifts, emotional insight, and leadership strategies — all focused on professional growth, not clinical treatment.
Leadership Doesn’t Have to Be This Heavy
The calling hasn't changed. But your way of carrying it can. You can show up with strength that doesn’t require pretending. Make decisions without second-guessing yourself. Feel God's presence again in your work, your relationships, and your inner life. That's what this journey is for.
After working together, clients say:
“I got my steadiness back. Not by becoming someone new, but by coming back to myself.”
“This helped me hear God again — and trust my own voice, too.”
You lead others every day. Let this be the moment you lead yourself back to peace.