Building Transformational Leadership in Your Organization: The Role of AI in Elevating Leadership
written by “Jake Mannino” The evolving workplace demands leaders who…
Unique Approach - My approach combines neuroscience-based coaching
Empowering Energy - Leadership isn’t just strategy—it’s presence
High Performance - From sales leadership to executive influence
Transitional Mastery - Navigating the space between where you are and what’s next
Unleashing the next level of power for elite tech and sales leaders through premium executive coaching built for reinvention, influence, and legacy in an AI-driven world.
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Executive Coach
Even the most accomplished leaders hit a wall. Not because they lack skill, ambition, or intelligence—but because they’re navigating invisible pressures no one prepared them for.
Leadership at the top is isolating. You’re the go-to for vision, support, and strength—but rarely have a safe space to admit doubt, fear, or indecision.
The pace of growth turns wins into moving targets, and every victory feels immediately replaced by the next expectation.
You manage multi-million dollar decisions with poise, but feel emotionally unavailable or disconnected in your personal life.
Imposter syndrome doesn’t vanish at the executive level—it just hides better. You may be leading teams and closing deals, but internally, you’re questioning your right to be in the room.
Delegation sounds good in theory, but perfectionism keeps you clinging to every detail. Micromanagement becomes a mask for fear: fear of losing standards, failing publicly, or being seen as replaceable.
You’ve achieved more than most ever will—but somewhere along the way, your purpose got replaced by performance.
With over three decades of front-line leadership, Jake Mannino has helped drive sales transformation and leadership development at some of the world’s most recognized brands.
Jake brings over three decades of real-world experience in sales leadership and executive coaching.
Jake has consulted, coached, and led initiatives for some of the most respected names in business.
Jake has overseen enterprise deals and strategies resulting in over $1 billion in revenue impact across tech, SaaS, and cybersecurity.
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I recently completed a program with Jake Mannino, an outstanding coach whose creative process will be pivotal in shaping my career.
I met Jake during a pivotal moment in my life—shortly after returning from maternity leave and just before taking parental bonding time with my son. During those few months, I realized I was ready for a new professional challenge, and a trusted colleague introduced me to Jake at exactly the right time.
Jake has a strong sense of psychological insight, helping uncover what truly drives our decisions, and he isn’t afraid to call out limiting narratives when they show up. Most importantly, he brought useful tools and frameworks to the table—not just theory, but practical exercises that helped turn self-reflection into real-world clarity.
Jake, you were an incredible coach and facilitator throughout our four-week career coaching journey, and I am so grateful for the insights and support you shared with us. Your focus on journaling as a daily habit really resonated with me and gave me a new appreciation for how reflecting on my goals, values, and gratitude can shape my growth.
Jake is one of those rare leaders who leads with both insight and heart. I had the privilege of learning from him during a pivotal time in my career at Microsoft, and his guidance has had a lasting impact on how I think about growth, branding, and what it means to be a well-rounded professional.
Jake Mannino’s career coaching approach is both strategic and deeply human. His simple yet powerful tools helped me clarify my values, align my goals, and stay grounded in gratitude during a pivotal time in my career. Jake introduced frameworks that reshaped how I think about personal branding and leadership but what truly sets Jake apart is his ability to make abstract concepts actionable.
Jake led a mentorship group this past year that I was fortunate to be part of. Through his strong leadership and guidance, I experienced growth and a better understanding of direction to reach my goals. I recently landed a great role within my organization, a promotion, and I believe Jake's mentorship helped me get there!
I highly recommend Jake Mannino as a career coach. During our group coaching sessions, Jake opened my eyes to the art of self-promotion, a task that felt uncomfortable and unnatural to me. With his supportive guidance and practical framework, I gained confidence and control, to ace my job interviews
I highly recommend Jake Mannino as a career coach. During our group coaching sessions, Jake opened my eyes to the art of self-promotion, a task that felt uncomfortable and unnatural to me. With his supportive guidance and practical framework, I gained confidence and control, to ace my job interviews
Beyond his expertise, Jake’s coaching style is deeply empathetic, insightful, and tailored to each individual. He listens intently, challenges you in the best way, and motivates you to continuously grow. He’s the kind of leader I aspire to become, and his mentorship has left a lasting impact not just on my career trajectory but on my confidence and mindset.
I can't recommend Jake Mannino enough for his exceptional work during the MCAPS career coaching sessions I attended. Jake’s expertise and dedication significantly contributed to my professional growth and career development.
I had the pleasure of working directly with Jake for six months in 2024. He served as the coach and facilitator for career development sessions. As a tenured Senior Manager and Director at Microsoft, I’ve attended similar sessions before and was initially skeptical about the content and results. However, Jake quickly dispelled that skepticism.
Jake is a true leader, his selflessness and passion to help others is something that sticks out with in the first 5 minutes of meeting with him. He wants to help others grow and reach their full potential. His thoughtfulness and authenticity create true value into how he helps me and others.
Jake's coaching style is both effective and refreshing. His dedication to guiding me through career milestones, such as securing a promotion and navigating job interviews, has been instrumental. Jake's direct approach, coupled with insightful questioning and his sense of humor, creates an environment conducive to growth and self-reflection.
His advice on personal branding and navigating one's career path with intentionality has provided me with a clearer perspective on my goals and the steps I need to take to achieve them. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to elevate their career to the next level.
I learned a lot from Jake and I am grateful for his mentorship and guidance. He is one of the best managers I have ever had (and I have been blessed to have worked with some of the best in the industry). I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a leader who can motivate, empower, and develop their team.
Jake's enthusiasm and motivation for sales, team development, and leadership is uplifting and influential. He constantly pushed me to develop and enhance myself, and he continued to mentor and help me, even when he departed from Cisco and went on to become a Global Sales Director at Microsoft.
As a leader, he set a high standard for everyone around him. Jake has a remarkable ability to motivate and empower team members, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment. His leadership style is not only effective but also contagious, instilling a sense of drive and enthusiasm within the entire team. He is a dedicated, results-driven professional.
Jake is a skilled executive coach with a deep understanding of the technology industry. Our career strategy sessions together were highly illuminating. He has a unique ability, leveraging one's past personal achievements to create focus on career goals. I highly recommend Jake.
What sets Jake apart is the ability to distil complex leadership principles into practical approaches. His mentorship has consistently helped me with key strategies and approaches that I can immediately implement & have been instrumental in shaping my leadership style and decision-making process.
I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for the coaching and leadership I received from Jake. Jake has helped me better understand my "why" and offered the guidance, support, and encouragement I needed to excel in my goals and career path. Jake's techniques are extremely effective, and his insights were invaluable. I am grateful for the time I spent working with Jake and would highly recommend his services to anyone looking to achieve their full potential.
Jake has been a coach, mentor and guide since the beginning of my career at Cisco. He continues to level up and broaden the impacts he makes with those around him. Multiple career arcs and super passionate in every phase. If you have the opportunity to work with him, do it!
Jake is an outstanding leader and executive coach with a wealth of experience in guiding individuals and teams to achieve their objectives. He excels in executive coaching and sales leadership and has a remarkable talent for aligning people and resources for optimal results.
I count myself blessed to know Jake Mannino, from his days at Cisco to Zscaler & now as colleagues at Microsoft, where we serve some of the largest enterprise customers in the world. Jake is an exceptional, energetic leader who coaches and mentors many people, including myself, helping many grow professionally and personally. He delivers innovative, high-quality customer solutions and fosters a culture of collaboration and excellence.
Jake is that rare type of leader who is gifted at coaching the whole person while deeply understanding the role of human performance in the business setting. The integration of his emotional intelligence and empathy with his sale leadership skills creates a setting where people can achieve great things in an authentic and fulfilling manner. He's a valuable ally and someone you want to have on your team!
Jake and I met through the Executive Coaching program at the Center for Executive Coaching. Jake is dedicated to helping others reach their objectives and find their true potential. He has a positive and energetic outlook that inspires and influences others. As a business leader and coach, Jake has much to offer in terms of skills and knowledge and he provides direct, helpful feedback. Engaging Jake as a coach is a worthwhile investment for personal and professional improvement.
Jake has a wealth of experience leading high performing teams and he naturally inspires others towards higher potential. He clearly leads by influence and through his own excitement for the challenge. He is a highly dynamic professional leader, bringing innovation, mentorship, and team leadership to every space he's in. You can't help but get excited when you are around Jake!
I have seen Jake manage difficulties with both strategic thinking and genuine concern for team well-being. This balance is unusual and demonstrates his distinctive yet effective leadership style. His dedication to our common goals has been very motivating.
Jake is an accomplished leader and effective executive coach who can motivate others to go beyond their limits. He has shown his commitment to excellence and growth by obtaining his Executive Coaching certification from my Center for Executive Coaching.
I worked with Jake in his Cisco role from 2015-2020. Absolutely one of the best professionals in this technology space. He understands the industry, the clients, and the unique challenges and opportunities for the largest enterprises in the world. You won't find a better partner.
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