Helping people grow, lead, and make change
Shaffer Coaching and Consulting helps you navigate real-world challenges with confidence and intention.
I help leaders, faculty, and organizations respond to everyday demands and unexpected events with practical, effective action.
Through coaching, workshops, facilitation, and equity-informed strategy, I support people to move forward with authenticity and integrity.
Whether you are staring down burnout, dealing with dysfunction, or trying to get to the next level with your career, I can help you map the landmines and build the skills you need to succeed.
Academic & Executive Coaching
One-on-one coaching for people ready to embrace their potential and make changes. Collaborative support, skill building, and accountability at all career stages. Learn how coaching works.
Workshops, Facilitation & Consulting
Sessions that help make hard conversations easier and complicated topics accessible — built for your culture, your audience, and your goals. See what we can build together.
Leadership Development
Growth for leaders aligned with values. For individuals and organizations tired of doing things the way they’ve always been done. Learn how we work together.
Why do people hire Shaffer Coaching and Consulting?
Because I bring decades of experience at the intersection of coaching, leadership development, facilitation, and equity-informed organizational work. My approach is informed by both professional credentials and long-standing partnerships with clients across higher education and the nonprofit sector.
Clients value Shaffer Coaching & Consulting because of my uncommon combination of strategic thinking, unflinching commitment, and practical optimism that offers accountability with kindness. Whether focused on community and belonging, culture change, or personal growth, I partner with people to help them think differently, act more effectively, and make meaningful change.
Trusted by hundreds of clients and 70+ institutions nationwide since 2013:
What I Do
Schedule a free consultation today to find out how coaching can help you achieve your goals.
“Working with Amanda was genuinely transformative. She helped me recognize what was holding me back from fully owning my skills and accomplishments, while also showing me that effective leadership does not require adopting someone else’s style. Through her thoughtful guidance, I learned how to lead more confidently and authentically in a way that reflects who I am.”
–Associate Dean, research intensive university