About Inspired By Choice

Inspired By Choice works with both individuals and businesses to help people overcome personal fears, access and unleash their full human potential, and thrive in business, and in life.  Founded by Empowerment Coach, Dorothy Bossé, and based out of Oakville, Ontario, this company provides one-on-one life coaching programs, group coaching, team & skill building workshops, webinars and motivational talks.  The programs and content are curated to each client’s unique needs and desired results, ensuring that the experience is positive, impactful, and conducive of meaningful change. 

  • What differentiates Inspired By Choice from their competition is the personality, skillset and experience of their Master Life Coach, Dorothy Bossé.  Her kindness, compassion, ability to create a safe space for her clients, and wildly creative nature grounded on a 20 year foundation in sales and marketing, allow her to curate a transformational experience that is unthreatening, fun and wildly effective.

    The name Inspired By Choice is meaningful on three levels.  First, it acknowledges that all change and personal transformation begins with the human will: one must want it and choose it, before it can occur.  Secondly, it speaks to the secret sauce of coaching: showing people who feel stuck that there are actually other options they never considered for themselves, that will guide them out of their situation and towards their desired outcome.  Finally, it honours the unique nature of people, and the truth that one product or methodology does not fit all: people need to choose the adventure that best suits their needs and styles, and this company is happy to provide that curated choice.

“None of us are getting out of here alive, so please stop treating yourself like an afterthought. Eat the delicious food. Walk in the sunshine. Jump in the ocean. Say the truth that you're carrying in your heart like hidden treasure. Be silly. Be kind. Be weird. There's no time for anything else.”

―Anthony Hopkins

My Story

About Dorothy

My expertise is rooted in the breadth of my professional experience, and personal struggle. Before branching out to focus exclusively on coaching, I spent 20 years climbing the corporate ladder in Sales & Marketing.  My experience spans across 13 different professional roles, 5 corporate reorganizations, and 4 personal transformations into immigrant, spouse, parent, and entrepreneur.  I’ve held roles of leadership, requiring me to coach and inspire established and seasoned professionals, entrepreneurs, multi-millionaires, as well as countless bright and ambitious students and new graduates. I regularly participated in hiring and promoting talent, and been actively involved in people decision across the various downsizing initiatives.  I’ve spent the better part of my constantly evolving career as the outsider, and the newcomer, needing to quickly and repeatedly build rapport and prove my worth.  I struggled with impostor syndrome, banged my head hard against the glass ceiling, cried in bathrooms, wallowed with mommy guilt, learned fast, pushed myself hard and to the brink of burnout, got promoted, and repeated the cycle multiple times over, including during the global pandemic.

  • On paper I checked off every box of what could be expected of me, and what should be expected of being a successful woman.  In reality I wasn’t happy or comfortable inside my own skin.  I struggled with an eating disorder since childhood, masked my anxiety and high functioning depression, and battled against exhaustion for years, teeter-tottering on the verge of a total breakdown.  I invested 10 years into healing and rebuilding the part of myself that felt shattered.  It all came together at 40, when I started my life coaching certification, got my own life coaching support, and stepped into my own as an empowered, self reliant, vibrant adult woman, who can design the next chapter of her life with full vulnerability, integrity, and above all else joy. 

    I founded Inspired By Choice, to connect with others who like me might be struggling to find balance and joy in work and life, and who could benefit from what I’ve learned along the way .  Whether I am in front of an audience, or in a 1:1 session, I get to be completely present for the people in front of me, without judgment or ulterior motive. 

  • Mastery Coaching Certificate, Health Coach Institute, 2022

    Transformational Coaching Certificate, Health Coach Institute, 2022

    Life Coaching Certificate, Health Coach Institute, 2021

    Health Coaching Certificate, Health Coach Institute, 2021

    Honours Bachelor of Business Administration, Wilfrid Laurier University, 2004

    • Member of 100 Women Who Care - Oakville: A community of compassionate and community-minded women, who pull together funding quarterly to invest into local non-profit agencies.

    • Member of Be Strong Fitness: A fitness community of extraordinary women who work out together, socialize, volunteer, empower and support eachother towards optimal physical, mental and emotional health.

  • Dorothy was born in Warsaw Poland, and left her family home (and her comfort zone) at the age of 6, never to return to either again. She discovered Barbie at this time, somewhere en route to Italy, and forever fell in love with the doll and hot pink: she makes no apologies for either passion.

    As a young artist, she loved to draw, paint, and perform for family, friends and school plays. She learned how to horseback ride at 9, skate at 11, swim at 30, and listen to her soul at 40.

    Today Dorothy speaks Polish, Italian, French, English and basic Spanish, but unfortunately no Parseltongue. She believes in the healing power of crystals, essential oils, home remedies, energy & sound healing. Dorothy adores art, music, nature, Disney movies, musicals, her husband, and her son (order of importance will vary from day to day).

    If she could get the world to read only 3 books, Dorothy's top choices are:

    • The Four Agreements - Don Miguel Ruiz

    • The Untethered Soul - Michael A. Singer

    • You Can Heal Your Life - Louise Hay

Meet Dorothy Bossé

Hear Dorothy’s voice, get to know her personality, and learn more about what makes her passionate about supporting those around her.

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Kind Words From Clients

  • Roman

    I worked with Dorothy multiple times over the years, specifically for career support. Dorothy has an amazing talent for seeing the best in people and helping them articulate it for a business audience in a way that’s honest but impactful. She is kind but will gently push you beyond your comfort zone, helping you show up in ways you wouldn’t consider. From my experience trusting her tends to work out for the best. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to boost their professional presence.

  • Christine

    I had a wonderful coaching session with Dorothy Bosse who empowered me to challenge myself and make a big career move!

    Through her coaching, I was able to identify areas that I wanted to improve upon including strengthening my communication skills, setting boundaries, proactively seeking out work challenges and ultimately helping me realize that I had outgrown my position and was ready for a greater challenge.

    Her approach to coaching is very empowering and empathetic. I left our session motivated to find a professional opportunity that would take me out of my comfort zone and she armed me with the skills and tools to get there.

    Through Dorothy’s coaching I was able to confidently take the next step in my career. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Dorothy and would highly recommend her services!

  • Maryse

    I have done ongoing sessions with Dorothy for just over a year. During this time she has helped me with my Career Development as well as Private Coaching sessions as I'm going through a personal life transition. I love how she brings different perspectives & ideas and helps me setting goals. She has the most positive energy, and a true passion for what she does. I would 100% recommend Dorothy!

  • Heidi

    Dorothy is so sweet and kind! She really listens and gives great action steps for the week. She is an amazing coach!

  • Vanessa

    This experience has helped me to develop into the person I have always wanted to be. I didn’t realize how much sabotage I was doing to myself and my thoughts. Love this experience and would recommend it to anyone. It has truly changed my life!

  • Anu

    My coaching experience with Dorothy was a huge success! I was able to identify the areas I wanted to work on and incorporate strategies to move forward. Dorothy helped me to create a new mental framework to conquer my obstacles. She helped me to realise that I need to begin to value my life and not for acceptance and approval of others. She helped me to become the artist of my own destiny.

    Her approach was very perceptive, gentle and affirming and the feeling that I had after the first session was incredible. She empathetically guided me through emotional distress with her soothing warm voice. I felt deeply supported and inspired. She is a beautiful human being. I feel blessed at having discovered her and grateful for her expertise. I am highly recommending Dorothy!

  • Andrea

    If you’re looking to change your life, boost your confidence and/or learn techniques to help you with your career, anxiety, loss, communication, your inner critic and everything in between, Dorothy is your person! I’ve been working with Dorothy at Inspired by Choice for almost two years and she has impacted so many aspects of my life. She has given me the tools to build up my confidence and truly believe in myself. From helping me with career changes, working tirelessly on my inner critic and imposter syndrome in my day-to-day life, to the invaluable help she provided me during the loss of my mom, Dorothy was with me every step of the way to guide me and empower me. I genuinely don’t know how I would have made it through the highs and lows without her expertise and positivity. Not only is she great at what she does, she is one of kindest and most open-hearted people I know. The ease in which you feel when speaking with her makes it very easy to open and be your true self. I cannot recommend Dorothy and the services she provides enough. Infinite stars!

  • Thy

    Dorothy helped me to get back to work after taking time off for the kids. I really enjoy working with her.

  • Tori

    I was surprised at how much Dorothy inspired positive change and hope in myself in one half-hour coaching session. Dorothy immediately made me feel comfortable being my authentic self and sharing my personal challenges. During our session, Dorothy showed me what I couldn't see in myself - that I'm a "beautiful, vibrant woman so filled with love for life and for connection" - and provided me with several resources and exercises to help me accomplish my goals. I felt like Dorothy really understood me despite not knowing me before the session. I was also impressed that Dorothy sent me an email afterwards with the list of tools and references we had discussed. Dorothy is a motivational coach and genuinely cares about your personal growth and seeing people thrive.

  • Bernard

    Yes she is my wife, but we rarely agree on things! That said, I have massive respect for her skills as a communicator, presenter, and business coach. Over the years, anytime I asked her for coaching feedback on a specific presentation or opportunity, I walked away feeling more focused, clear, and confident that my objective would hit the mark with my audience. Also, Dorothy’s extreme empathy towards others makes her a valuable asset to any leader for whom this might be a blind spot. I recommend her to both individuals and businesses looking to shake things up for the better.

Are You Ready to Change Your Life?

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