about me, stacey olson
Optimistic. Strategic. Resourceful. Genuine. Practical.
I believe life is about more than just crossing things off the to-do list, feeling overwhelmed and spread thin each day, or rushing from one thing to the next. But rather feeling more balanced, happier, and successful in your days—in a way that aligns with your values, boundaries, and priorities. It’s about embracing the messiness of everyday life, living and leading with your values, and not settling for the status quo of the daily grind.
Whether you’re navigating leadership in a balanced way, your work and personal boundaries, striving to work smarter (not harder), or simply seeking to feel better and have more time and presence for what truly matters, I’m here to help you get there.
I work with busy leaders, teams, and audiences through speaking, coaching, and simply sharing a story online. Through everything I do, I share my own experiences because I know that we’re all on this journey of balancing the messiness of life, and I want you to feel like you’re not alone in it.
I’m not here to offer a one-size-fits-all solution or tell you what to do, but to share a path forward that empowers you to create more balance, stress less, and be your best—both at work and at home—without the burnout. It's about making space for what you truly care about, especially the moments that matter. To be present, not perfect.
I walk my talk, and I’ve truly struggled with this in the past—overworking, burning out, and giving my best to my work, while my family got the worst side of me. In my defense (and yours, if this is you), I was exhausted and had very little left to give.
I share more on my story in this video, and you can see me in action at a conference breakout session.
balance is an entirely different game you're playing
Not the packed calendar.
Not the “always on” mode.
Not proving your value by how much you take on.
But the space to think clearly.
The time to focus on what really matters.
The boldness to succeed without the hectic, overwhelming pace—prioritizing your personal time, mental health and well-being.
Balance isn't just boundaries—it's a more sustainable way to work, lead, and live. A way that allows you to perform at a high level and be present in your life without burning out or sacrificing what truly matters to you.
Not choosing between work or life (work is a part of your life), but having time and presence for all the important areas. To create more harmony and make your happiness a priority, too.
You can perform even better, lead even stronger, and enjoy your days far more when you do.
Still messy and imperfect.
But way better than being overwhelmed and spread thin each day or feeling like you're missing out on your life being so busy.
shifting how we work is key
Many professionals are no longer willing to hurt their mental health and well-being to get the job done. They’re no longer willing to sacrifice themselves or personal time to meet unrealistic demands. And, if you lead a team, it matters more than ever—because today’s workforce isn’t signing up to grind it out day after day.
People want more flexibility. A better way to work. A better way to live.
It’s not about working less for the sake of it. It’s about working smarter. And learning to calm your busy mind to feel balanced and be more present in your life. Because our days weren’t meant to be a grind. And we simply can’t be our best—at work or at home—when we're exhausted, overwhelmed or spread thin.
I share it all—the messy lessons, perspectives and tools to help you take back control of your days, calm your busy mind, and be there for others while you make yourself a priority too—in my book, Your Balanced and Bold Life: Work Less, Live More, and Be Your Best.
get the book
A few little things about me
Lives in
Regina, Canada with my husband and kids
favorite place
Watching a sunrise by the lake
Number One
Being fully present
with people
Guilty pleasure
Scrolling TikTok—
no news or doom stories!
take my money
Travel and experiences, family fun
secret talent
Creating slideshows (the music is everything)
pet peeves
Unnecessary complexity + wasting too much time
another pet peeve
Looking at your phone while we're talking
okay, one more
'Dumb' rules that hurt people or add no value
favorite drink
Love my coffee every morning + afternoon
self-care
Daily alone time to feel grounded
confidence boost
Listen to the same few songs on repeat—they feel good
I am a Certified Positive Psychology Coach (CPPC), a member of the International Coach Federation (ICF), and hold a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree. I have twenty years of corporate and business experience coaching professionals at all levels, and continually train in well-being, resilience, leadership, high performance, and mindfulness.
