Life has a way of shaping us in unexpected ways, often through a mix of triumphs, challenges, and life-altering moments. For Peggy Tiderman, these experiences have become the cornerstone of her approach to leadership and coaching. Her journey into leadership spans over 35 years, weaving together lessons from her roles as an executive leader, board member, and now as a coach who works passionately to develop leaders across industries. Through Streamlined Coaching, the company she co-founded in 2017, Peggy helps leaders embrace their potential, grow through challenges, and create lasting impact within their organizations.
But Peggy’s story isn’t just about her professional success—it’s about the resilience, insight, and compassion that define her approach to leadership. To understand Peggy’s perspective on coaching, it’s important to step back and see how her life’s experiences have shaped her into the leader and mentor she is today.
Building a Leadership Foundation
Long before Peggy became a coach, she spent decades navigating leadership in the post-secondary education sector. Her roles required her to consistently adapt, grow, and lead with authenticity. Over the years, she developed a belief that leadership isn’t just a title or a destination; it’s a daily commitment to growth.
Peggy describes this philosophy as a focus on three essential elements: mindset, skillset, and toolset. “You have to grow in all three areas every single day,” she says. “Always knowing I am only as effective today as my willingness to be a better leader tomorrow.”
Her experience wasn’t limited to one kind of leadership role. From managing teams to shaping organizational strategy, Peggy had to wear many hats throughout her career. These diverse roles gave her a unique perspective on the challenges leaders face, as well as the strategies they can use to overcome them.
When Peggy began her coaching career, she brought this wealth of experience with her. She didn’t just teach leadership from a theoretical standpoint—she knew firsthand what it was like to make tough decisions, build teams, and navigate the complexities of organizational life.
