Esme Witbooi

Master Coach and Author

Esme Witbooi is not just a coach; she is a revolutionary force in leadership development, uniquely positioned to guide leaders on a journey of self-discovery. With a career spanning over 65 countries and profound expertise as an international Human Resources Manager, Esme has developed a holistic coaching philosophy that is both globally informed and deeply personal. Her RediscoverMe coaching framework stands out as a beacon for leaders seeking to rediscover their true selves and elevate their leadership impact through self-awareness—the foundation of emotional intelligence.

At the core of Esme’s work is the belief that authentic leadership starts from within. Rediscovering yourself through self-awareness is not just the first step, but the most critical one. Esme’s RediscoverMe approach empowers leaders to dig deep, understand their inner drivers, and leverage this understanding to lead with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose. Her coaching goes beyond surface-level tactics and delves into the heart of emotional intelligence, laying the groundwork for leaders to build more meaningful, impactful relationships with their teams and stakeholders.

Esme’s leadership development approach touches on the essential elements of growth. Key focus areas include cultivating a Growth Mindset, enhancing Mental Agility, building Emotional Intelligence, and leading with purpose. She also champions Confidence Building and the Art of Leading Diverse Teams, equipping leaders with the tools they need to navigate complex organizational dynamics. Esme believes that every leader holds the potential to create lasting change, and her coaching is designed to unlock that potential by instilling a mindset of growth and transformation.

Her book, RediscoverMe, Part 1: Self-Awareness, is the ultimate coaching guide for leaders committed to self-improvement. It lays out a clear path for developing emotional intelligence and fostering cultural shifts that drive sustainable success. Leaders who embrace this guide are not just making incremental changes; they are initiating transformative journeys that ripple through their teams, organizations, and beyond. Esme’s work in the realm of transformational leadership is not just about individual growth—it’s about cultivating entire organizational cultures. Her approach instills leaders with mental agility and fosters a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring that leadership transformation is sustainable and impactful.

Esme’s global experience sets her apart as a coach with unparalleled insight into the diverse challenges faced by leaders across different cultural and organizational contexts. Working with executives from over 65 nationalities, she brings a unique depth of understanding to her coaching practice, helping leaders navigate complex, multi-cultural environments with grace and agility. This global perspective enriches her coaching, allowing her to offer fresh, innovative strategies that resonate across industries and borders.

Choosing Esme Witbooi means choosing a coach who delivers results with a dynamic, personalized approach. She is a master at guiding leaders through rapid, tangible transformation, unlocking new levels of potential and performance. Her ability to inspire change is rooted not only in her coaching mastery but in her commitment to continuous professional growth, exemplified by her affiliations with prestigious organizations like ICF, EMCC, COMENSA, and Coaching Supervision Mastermind Group.

Qualifications/Accreditations

• COMENSA Master Coach Practitioner (CMP)
• Master Certified Coach (ICF)
• Executive Business Coach (ICR)
• Diploma in Transformational Coaching (ICF)
• Certificate in Corporate Coaching (CCE)
• Certificate Team Coaching and Facilitation (CCE)
• Enneagram Practitioner (Integrative9 Enneagram Solutions)
• Advanced Enneagram Dynamics and Practical Application in Team Development (Integrative) Enneagram Solutions)
• Neuro-Linguistic Programming Master Practitioner (NLP World)
• Coach Supervisor (EMCC)
• Commercial and Court Aligned Mediation Practitioner (UCT)
• Alternative Dispute Resolution Negotiator (ADR)
• Advanced Human Resource Management Practitioner (UCT)
• Family Mediation Practitioner (FAMAC)
• Accredited Facilitator (ETDP SETA)
• Accredited Assessor (ETDP SETA)
• Accredited Moderator (ETDP SETA)
• Teaching English in Foreign Languages Accreditation (TEFL Academy)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Management – Marketing (UCT)
• BA Degree – (Honours) Drama (UCT)
• Performers Diploma in Theatre (UCT)

Cape Town, South Africa