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Diana Basmajian, Executive Coach

leap and the net will appear.

Your ideas are only as powerful as your ability to communicate them. I help leaders and teams speak with clarity, earn trust, and move people to act, in the boardroom, in front of the media, and in everyday conversation. Take the leap. As the Zen saying goes, the net will appear, though it may not look the way you expected.

My story.

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Diana Basmajian

Mail: db@leapbold.com

Tel: 646.467.1209

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With decades of experience across verticals of the entertainment industry, I help individuals communicate with purpose, presence, and authenticity. Holding a Communications degree from Northwestern, an MFA in directing from The New School for Drama, and an Executive Coaching certification from Columbia University, I bring the clarity and impact of great performance to leadership.

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I work with leaders, from startups to family offices, nonprofits to founders, to balance authority with approachability. Whether delivering a keynote, aligning a team, or building client trust, they learn to lead through story: clearly, confidently, and with intention. I believe the answer lies within trusting what you know to be true about yourself and communicating that with others. 

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I often tell my own story: 72 miles in five days on the Camino de Santiago, made possible because someone believed in me and coached me until I was ready. Coaching takes many forms. Schedule a strategy conversation to find yours.

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Executive Coaching.

Leaders are judged by how they communicate, in high-stakes moments and in everyday exchanges. Precision builds credibility and presence builds trust. Both can be developed, in the boardroom, delivering a keynote, or on camera. 
 
  • Define your key messages
  • Practice with realistic scenarios and straight-forward feedback
  • Refine your vocal delivery and presence through action and intention
  • Apply it in the moments that matter most
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Team Workshops.

Team coaching builds trust and alignment through open dialogue, active listening, and real-time feedback.

Popular topics include:

  • Executive presence

  • Storytelling for influence

  • Giving and receiving feedback

  • Leading through change

  • Managing challenging conversations

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Messaging.

Envision your brand as a story waiting to be told. Every message we create aligns with your core values, so your brand does more than compete, it thrives. Together, we’ll craft a compelling identity that resonates and engages your audience.
 
  • Brand story and core messaging
  • Positioning that sets you apart
  • Consistent voice across your website, media, and presentations
  • Messaging that resonates with your audience”
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