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Pourquoi Pas supports a strong and distinctive philosophy: Why not?[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”BOTTOM ROUND” module_class=”bottom-round” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”http:\/\/pourquoipascoaching.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/ROUND-SECTION.svg” background_size=”contain” background_position=”bottom_center” background_vertical_offset=”0%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”120px||120px||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”80px||80px||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”80px||80px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”4″ make_equal=”on” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” module_class=”aos-fade-up equal larger” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”1200px” module_alignment=”center” custom_padding=”||100px||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”||60px||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”||60px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
At the heart of Pourquoi Pas are people.<\/strong><\/p>\n They are at the centre of everything Pourquoi Pas does: the purpose and the reason to exist. We take individual leaders and organizations on a journey of self reflection and discovery, challenging the conscious and subconscious beliefs that hold us back.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/pourquoipascoaching.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/POURQUOI_PAS_10.png” title_text=”POURQUOI_PAS_10″ module_class=”image-circle” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Since his inauguration in January 2025, President Donald Trump has threatened Canadian entrepreneurs, business leaders and Canadian manufacturers with tariffs on goods and services destined for American markets.<\/span><\/p>\n These tariffs create financial uncertainty for Canadian companies and wreak havoc on their operations, their people and their bottom line.<\/span><\/p>\n The looming threats of American tariffs disrupt trade relationships and put downward pressure on Canada\u2019s economic growth. Without effective countermeasures or alternative markets, entrepreneurs, business leaders and manufacturers risk slower economic expansion and potential long-term challenges for key industries.<\/span><\/p>\n Our business coaches work with entrepreneurs, business leaders and executives in helping them navigate this new reality.<\/span><\/p>\n Through coaching, entrepreneurs and business leaders will:<\/span><\/p>\n Through coaching, entrepreneurs and business leaders will also:<\/span><\/p>\n Entrepreneurs and business leaders gain greater self- and situational awareness. greater confidence in their organization\u2019s ability to grow and thrive in today\u2019s market economy.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” text_font_size=”21px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” background_enable_mask_style=”on” background_mask_style=”corner-lake” background_mask_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” text_orientation=”center” width=”100%” animation_style=”fade” animation_duration=”2000ms” animation_delay=”3000ms” animation_starting_opacity=”37%” hover_transition_duration=”400ms” scroll_fade_enable=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cEntrepreneurs and business leaders need support today more than ever with American tariffs looming heavily on Canadian companies. In times of uncertainty, business coaching helps business executives build more resilient organizations.\u201d<\/em>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u2013 Luc Lafrance, former CIO in the Government of Canada \/ former Senior Executive & Associate Partner, Accenture<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_line_height=”1.5em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Coaching helps public sector executives by providing a safe space to,<\/span><\/p>\n particularly by improving communication, decision-making, and stakeholder management within the unique constraints of the public sector.<\/span><\/p>\n Through leadership development and executive coaching, public sector leaders will enhance their self- and situational awareness making them better people leaders.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” text_font_size=”21px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” background_enable_mask_style=”on” background_mask_style=”corner-lake” background_mask_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” text_orientation=”center” width=”100%” animation_style=”fade” animation_duration=”850ms” animation_delay=”2350ms” animation_starting_opacity=”37%” hover_transition_duration=”400ms” scroll_fade_enable=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cPublic Sector executives, managers and team leads need support today more than ever. Not all savings are equal, investing in people by way of leadership development and executive coaching has never been more important.\u201d<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n \u2013 Mimi Moore, CEO, Pourquoi Pas Coaching International<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_line_height=”1.5em” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Coaching helps nonprofit Executives and leaders in the same way it helps private and public sector leaders. We offer confidential spaces of trust and respect, wherein open and honest dialogue lead to greater self-awareness and enhanced leadership skills.\u00a0<\/p>\n We help leaders:<\/p>\n Executive and leadership coaching helps nonprofit leaders become their best selves, both professionally and personally. This contributes to higher confidence levels and beautifully aligns the organization\u2019s mission, vision, and values \u2013 not only to achieve their mandates, but to exceed expectations and contribute to the public and social good of communities and people everywhere.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” text_font_size=”21px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” background_enable_mask_style=”on” background_mask_style=”corner-lake” background_mask_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” text_orientation=”center” width=”100%” animation_style=”fade” animation_duration=”850ms” animation_delay=”2350ms” animation_starting_opacity=”37%” hover_transition_duration=”400ms” scroll_fade_enable=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cNonprofit organizations face many challenges from fundraising, to building public trust, to operating with scarce resources, to managing a board of directors. Investing in people by way of leadership development and executive coaching has never been more important to broaden social impact, maximize thin margins, and provide effective programs and services .”<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”20px” header_letter_spacing=”1px” header_line_height=”1.1em” header_3_font_size=”25px” header_3_line_height=”1.1em” header_4_font_size=”20px” header_4_letter_spacing=”1px” header_4_line_height=”1.2em” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Since his inauguration in January 2025, President Donald Trump has threatened Canadian entrepreneurs, business leaders and Canadian manufacturers with tariffs on goods and services destined for American markets.<\/span><\/p>\n These tariffs create financial uncertainty for Canadian companies and wreak havoc on their operations, their people and their bottom line.<\/span><\/p>\n The looming threats of American tariffs disrupt trade relationships and put downward pressure on Canada\u2019s economic growth. Without effective countermeasures or alternative markets, entrepreneurs, business leaders and manufacturers risk slower economic expansion and potential long-term challenges for key industries.<\/span><\/p>\n Our business coaches work with entrepreneurs, business leaders and executives in helping them navigate this new reality.<\/span><\/p>\n Through coaching, entrepreneurs and business leaders will:<\/span><\/p>\n Through coaching, entrepreneurs and business leaders will also:<\/span><\/p>\n Entrepreneurs and business leaders gain greater self- and situational awareness. greater confidence in their organization\u2019s ability to grow and thrive in today\u2019s market economy.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”21px” header_letter_spacing=”1px” header_line_height=”1.1em” header_3_font_size=”25px” header_3_line_height=”1.1em” header_4_letter_spacing=”1px” header_4_line_height=”1.1em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Coaching helps public sector executives by providing a safe space to,<\/span><\/p>\n particularly by improving communication, decision-making, and stakeholder management within the unique constraints of the public sector.<\/span><\/p>\n Through leadership development and executive coaching, public sector leaders will enhance their self- and situational awareness making them better people leaders.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font_size=”25px” header_3_line_height=”1.1em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n More content coming soon!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n At Pourquoi Pas, we begin and meet our clients there where they are. The focus is on them and their needs.<\/p>\n We believe in the power of open-ended questions. Open-ended questions are exploratory and generative. They are extremely useful because they enable the individual to gain clarity, greater self and situational awareness and uncover blockers. They help shed light on triggers and more.<\/p>\n Pourquoi Pas\u2019 bench of coaches offers different types and styles of coaching:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ module_class=”larger aos-fade-up full-width” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”1200px” module_alignment=”center” custom_padding=”||50px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” module_class=”carousel ” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||100px||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”||50px||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”||50px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_class=”aos-fade-up” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”1200px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_dp_oc cpt_categories=”5″ show_post_title=”on” show_post_excerpt=”on” items_per_dot=”1″ control_color=”#e06d16″ behavior=”rewind” slide_auto=”off” thumbnail_size=”thumbnail” number_thumb=”3″ number_thumb_tablet=”2″ number_thumb_phone=”1″ number_thumb_last_edited=”on|phone” item_margin=”40px” admin_label=”DP Owl Carousel” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_dp_oc][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” prev_background_color=”#ffffff” disabled_on=”on|on|on” module_class=”our-story” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#002c38″ custom_padding=”140px||0px||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”100px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”100px||||false|false” top_divider_style=”curve” top_divider_flip=”vertical” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” module_class=”aos-fade-up” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||40px||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|on” admin_label=”Our Story title” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”center” background_layout=”dark” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code disabled_on=”on|on|on” admin_label=”LIGHTBULB ANIMATION” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ module_class=”aos-fade-up” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”1200px” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|on” admin_label=”QUOTE” module_class=”quote” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_layout=”dark” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \u2018If the path you are on is inconsistent with who you are, change paths boldly or one small step at a time.\u2019<\/em> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|on” admin_label=”Disillusioned with the workplace, Mimi Moore retired after having experienced incredible highs and lows. Her own journey led her to wanting to have a more positive and human impact in people\u2019s lives.Born out of that desire was the bold decision in 2017 to establish her own coaching and consulting, client-focused boutique \ufb01rm called exeCoaching International.Undaunted by the pandemic and closed borders, Mimi reached out to individuals around the world \u2013 building a client\u00e8le based across Canada and the United States, Europe, South Africa and Asia.At every turn, Mimi asked her clients whose dreams felt unrealistic or unattainable, \u201cwhy not?\u201d The rhetorical question, Pourquoi Pas in French, enabled clients to pause and re\ufb02ect, imagine and dream, pivot and then take the bold decisions and necessary steps \u2013 big or small \u2013 to manifest life-long aspirations with meaning and purpose.In four short years, Mimi realized the incremental but transformational impact she and her team were having on their clients all over the world by starting with that one simple question. Why not? The ethos of the company evolved. It emerged with greater clarity and purpose. By 2022, the time was right to change its name to Pourquoi Pas Coaching International to better reflect its raison d\u2019\u00eatre, its playful yet meaningful purpose: to inspire others to boldly and creatively design their best possible life at work, at home and at play. Today, Pourquoi Pas has clients all over the world and continues to expand with its message of change imbued with possibility and hope.If you are interested in joining our team, reach out info@pourquoipas.ca ” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_layout=”dark” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”]Disillusioned with the workplace, Mimi Moore retired after having experienced incredible highs and lows. Her own journey led her to wanting to have a more positive and human impact in people\u2019s lives.<\/p>\n Born out of that desire was the bold decision in 2017 to establish her own coaching and consulting, client-focused boutique \ufb01rm called exeCoaching International.<\/p>\n Undaunted by the pandemic and closed borders, Mimi reached out to individuals around the world \u2013 building a client\u00e8le based across Canada and the United States, Europe, South Africa and Asia.<\/p>\n At every turn, Mimi asked her clients whose dreams felt unrealistic or unattainable, \u201cwhy not?\u201d<\/p>\n The rhetorical question, Pourquoi Pas in French, enabled clients to pause and re\ufb02ect, imagine and dream, pivot and then take the bold decisions and necessary steps \u2013 big or small \u2013 to manifest life-long aspirations with meaning and purpose.<\/p>\n In five short years, Mimi realized the incremental but transformational impact she and her team were having on their clients all over the world by starting with that one simple question. Why not?<\/p>\n The ethos of the company evolved. It emerged with greater clarity and purpose.<\/p>\n By 2022, the time was right to change its name to Pourquoi Pas Coaching International to better reflect its raison d\u2019\u00eatre, its playful yet meaningful purpose: to inspire others to boldly and creatively design their best possible life at work, at home and at play.<\/p>\n Today, Pourquoi Pas has clients all over the world and continues to expand with its message of change imbued with possibility and hope.<\/p>\nPrivate Sector Leaders <\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\u201cNonprofit organizations face many challenges from fundraising, to building public trust, to operating with scarce resources, to managing a board of directors. Investing in people by way of leadership development and executive coaching has never been more important to broaden social impact, maximize thin margins, and provide effective programs and services .”<\/span>
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– Mimi Moore, Founder & Executive Coach<\/p>\n