
Donaldine "Donna" Naomi Temple
Leadership & Career Coach | Founder, A Journey to Success
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With over 20 years of experience navigating corporate America, I know firsthand the challenges of high-pressure environments. I have learned that success and fulfillment aren’t just possible—they are essential. Through "Journey to Success," I help professionals like you discover your purpose, refine your leadership, and create a strategic path toward personal and professional growth—all without sacrificing your well-being.
My coaching approach is personalized, focusing on your values, goals, and leadership style. I leverage
behavioral assessments to provide deeper insights, helping you understand what drives you and how to navigate challenges effectively. Whether you are working on executive presence, overcoming imposter syndrome, or building a strong team culture, I will partner with you to develop actionable strategies so you can show up as your best and most authentic self.
If you are ready to take control of your journey, let’s connect.
What coaching services do you provide?
I provide executive coaching tailored to professionals, particularly women lawyers, to help them enhance their leadership skills, navigate career transitions, and achieve personal and professional growth. My services include:
- Executive Coaching – One-on-one coaching sessions designed to help clients gain clarity, confidence, and actionable strategies to achieve their goals.
- Leadership Development – Guiding professionals in developing their leadership presence, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Career Coaching – Supporting clients in career transitions, workplace challenges, and professional development.
- Mindset & Energy Leadership Coaching – Helping clients identify mindset shifts necessary for success and using energy leadership principles to increase self-awareness and effectiveness.
- Work-Life Balance Strategies – Assisting professionals in managing stress, preventing burnout, and creating sustainable work-life integration.
What services do you provide in addition to coaching?
Personality and Leadership Assessments • Certified, Energy Leadership Index (ELI) Master Practitioner • Certified, Everything DiSCⓇ Certification • Certification in Progress, StrengthsFinder (CliftonStrengths)
What is your coaching philosophy?
My coaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that clarity, confidence, and intentional action lead to success. I take a holistic approach, helping clients uncover their strengths, overcome limiting beliefs, and harness their energy to create the career and life they desire. Through self-awareness, strategic planning, and accountability, I empower my clients to make meaningful progress toward their goals.
I also believe that personal and professional growth go hand in hand—when clients align their purpose with their actions, they unlock their full potential.
What interests or excites you about coaching women lawyers?
As a lawyer myself, I understand the unique challenges that women in the legal profession face—balancing ambition with well-being, navigating workplace dynamics, and breaking through barriers to leadership. I am passionate about supporting women lawyers because I know firsthand how powerful coaching can be in transforming careers and lives.
What excites me most is seeing my clients gain confidence, step into leadership roles, and redefine success on their terms. I love helping women lawyers move beyond self-doubt, set boundaries, and advocate for themselves in a way that feels authentic and empowering.
Tell us about your training and certifications as a coach.
My formal training began over 15 years ago when I joined a workplace program designed to equip senior leaders with coaching skills for midlevel employees. The experience was deeply rewarding, as I saw its impact on my own career and the transformation it created for those I coached. Colleagues—junior staff, peers, and even managers—often turned to me for advice, which inspired me to deepen my skills and expand my coaching practice beyond the workplace. My formal training and certifications include: Coursework Complete (Certificate Pending), Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC) – Certified Professional Coach; Certified Energy Leadership Index (ELI) Master Practitioner; Certified Everything DiSCⓇ; Certification in Progress, StrengthsFinder (CliftonStrengths); and Member, International Coaching Federation.
Other education: BA, Wesleyan University; JD, Boston College Law School; Certified Mediator.