Why Even Top Leaders Need Coaching to Perform Better

Why Even Top Leaders Need Coaching to Perform Better

May 19, 2026 · 24 min · Season 7 · Episode 5

About this episode

Philip Guarino speaks with executive coach Jon Passaro about the importance of coaching for leaders in high-pressure environments.

IN THIS EPISODE: Philip Guarino speaks with Paris-based executive coach Jon Passaro about the hidden pressures leaders face in high-performance environments. They explore how self-awareness, reflection, and coaching help professionals navigate uncertainty, improve decision-making, and sustain growth over time. GUEST BIO: Jon Passaro is a Paris-based executive and team coach working with emerging and senior leaders in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, particularly in multinational law firms. A dual US/French national, he coaches in both English and French. Prior to coaching, he was a lawyer specializing in international disputes at leading global firms and later worked in-house at the OECD. Jon holds a BA from the University of Pennsylvania, an MPhil from the University of Cambridge, and a JD from Harvard Law School. He is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation.

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