Evolve Coaching
I’ve been where you are. Now I have a life beyond my wildest dreams—
and I’ll show you how to create yours.
High Performance. Real Happiness.
Who I work with
You’ll find my clients in boardrooms, operating rooms, courtrooms, and leadership offsites.
They come from companies like:
Koch Industries, McKesson, Ernst & Young, NetApp, Molex, Spirit AeroSystems, Georgia-Pacific, and Wayfair.
And they work in industries like:
Consulting, Medical, Agriculture, AI, Aerospace, and Manufacturing.
Their titles sound like:
CEO, CFO. CHRO, VP, Senior Director, Program Mgr, Partner, Dr. Surgeon.
They live and work all over—from the coasts to the heartland, from startups to Fortune 100.
These are the kind of people I coach.
Not because they’re broken—
But because they’re bold enough to want it all.
Success and happiness. Career and life.
Monthly planning session, weekly application sessions, we work on You will learn the Results, Relationships, Results and Mindset to quickly getting to the root of anything hindering performance and fulfillment.
I’m not just a coach—I’m a former C-suite exec who worked her way up from an IHOP waitress to leading global M&A and serving as a Chief People Officer. I know how lonely leadership can be. I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed but still want more. And I know how to get results without losing yourself.
I’m certifying with ICF (through Brown University) and trained in tools from the Life Coach School. I’ve coached some of the most brilliant, ambitious leaders in the world—and I help them win not just at work, but at life.
If you're looking for high-performance coaching who helps you build your dream career and life —you’re in the right place.
Because I've sat in their chair.
Why They Hire me
Ambroshia Mandagaran
Vice President,Healthcare
Everything changed when I started working with Shayla
My CEO wanted me to work on executive presence and presenting in a more concise way. In addition, I wanted to work on work/life balance.
Shayla showed me how much harder my approach was making it on me. I learned to simplify everything, show up as a strategic leader focused on what truly matters.
I'm now a cool, calm, confident executive, just like she promised.
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what they're saying
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1:1 Coaching
One week, I was navigating boardroom politics—figuring out how to get key stakeholders aligned on a massive deal.
The next, I was restructuring my team—having tough conversations while ensuring morale stayed high.
Then, I was preparing for a high-stakes presentation—knowing I needed to be both persuasive and prepared for every possible challenge.
I negotiated compensation packages, led teams through industry disruptions, and figured out how to lead through burnout—mine and my team’s.
All while being a single mom, trying not to drop the ball on soccer practice, homework, and the school science fair.
While managing friendships, navigating family drama, and figuring out how to actually have a life outside of work.
I didn’t start at the top. I started at the bottom—just a girl from Kansas, waiting tables, with no roadmap for success. But I figured it out. I worked my way up, step by step, until I made it to the C-suite by 40.
I didn’t just survive the corporate climb—I cracked the code.
I became a happy, high-performing C-Suite executive with luxurious amounts of time for the things that mattered most. I mastered how to increase my performance while decreasing stress, build strong relationships without overextending myself, and simplify my schedule without sacrificing success.
Now, I coach executives who want the same.
It’s like trying to piece together success from books and podcasts versus having someone who’s already been there tell you exactly what works—and what doesn’t—so you can get there faster.
I know the challenges because I lived them. I know what works because I had to figure it out. I’ve been in the high-stakes meetings, navigated the burnout, and made it to the other side—with my success and my sanity intact.
If you’re a high-performing leader who wants to:
- Get promoted without spinning your wheels
- Lead at a high level without drowning in stress
- Simplify your schedule and reclaim your life
Then I’m the coach for you.
If you’re ready for a coach who can actually meet you where you are and help you win at work and in life, let’s talk.
Coaching is powerful—and the right coach makes all the difference.
Everyone wants to be in the top 10% of performers and of earners, but let's be honest, half the people at the top are miserable.
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NIKKI JOHNSON-BEYRLE
CPO
“I’m now a C-suite executive—and Shayla’s coaching absolutely helped get me here.
"She helped me see the subtle ways I was holding myself back—trying too hard, overexplaining, showing up smaller than I was meant to.
She taught me how to let go of proving energy and lead like the higher-level version of myself.
It felt surprisingly easy—and everyone saw me as a cool, fun, strategic executive.
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what they're saying
They have both career success and a life they love.
Inside the 5% Club, I’ll teach you how to:
- Advance faster and become the obvious choice for leadership
- Command respect and elevate your executive presence
- Ditch the overwhelm and take control of your time—without working harder
Join the waitlist now to get exclusive tools + first access when spots open!
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Monthly planning session, weekly application sessions, we work on Results, Relationships, Results; quickly getting to the root of anything hindering performance and fulfillment.
This is not a therapy session.
We don't sulk and complain or spend hours dreaming about the future.
We create a vision and achieve it. It's that simple.
"Not every athlete has a coach, but every olympian does".
1:1 Coaching
Shayla King, started Evolve after 20 years leading leadership training and coaching for some of the largest companies in America.
As a single mom with autoimmune diseases, and a workaholic with a lot to prove, I struggled climbing the ladder and finding any work life balance or maintaining healthy habits.
After a huge health scare, I committed to finding a better way.
I studied what makes some people more successful than others, and what makes some people happier than others. I the trialed these new concepts in my life.
Eventually I pieced together enough and everything started clicking. I was working less, and making more. I was achieving more, but feeling less stress. I stopped being the hot mess mom and stepped into being a calm, collected, happy executive.
I mastered the art of working less, earning more, and carving out luxurious amounts of time for what matters most— kids, family, and friends. And I built it into a framework to help others skip the chaos.
Now I teach clients to take back control of their life so they can improve their performance + happiness.
From hot mess manager mom to calm, happy executive mom
meet the owner
Hi! I'm Shayla
Lisa Phengsy Lee
I admire Shayla's work life balance because she is truly a super mom and leader but does it so effortlessly. She is the proof it is possible!
Shayla encourages and empowers you to be the best version of yourself. She is tenacious, passionate and an inspiration. Being around her positive attitude gives people the confidence that anything worth doing is possible with grit, determination and perseverance.
Gladys Williams
As a leader in the mental health field I can attest that Shayla and her programs are crucial for leaders wanting to improve their balance and happiness.
The mindset and skillset tools she teaches and the way she lovingly, but directly calls you out gives you feedback that helps expedite your growth. She makes leaders extraordinarily successful and happy.
Bianca Barbara
Shayla is one of the most motivational speakers I’ve seen! She truly cares about other women by supporting and motivating them.
She has personally mentored me 1:1 and has helped me improved in my work skill-set, presenting in meetings and helping me feel comfortable when talking about the not so easy topics. I really appreciate the take-aways she’s provided me with and I’m more confident at work and in my personal life because of her!
Megan 'Mitchell' Dresie
Shayla reminds me of my why and my dreams and helps me navigate the challenge to make the best decision for me.
I’ve known Shayla for over ten years, and have been part of her Intentional Living programs and 1:1 coaching. What I love about Shayla is that she will always have the tough love conversations that force you to make decisions when you are stuck in analysis paralysis.
Jenna Wilder BottolfseN
Shayla truly wants everyone to reach their potential and live their best life so she makes sure her clients get real results.
Shayla has had the unique experience of working with leaders across multiple industries. She has studied what makes some people more successful than others and when you work with her, you benefit from that experience to rapidly improve your skill-set.
Mary Pfister
Shayla is a mountain mover. She is fierce in her pursuit for equality, with an unwavering focus on others.
I’m in awe of both her ability and willingness to put others first – to coach them, encourage them, support them, and open her heart to them. I’ve had the absolute pleasure of working with her on Lean In and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives.
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