About Kris de Jong

I’m an experienced and certified Auckland executive life coach, career coach and wealth coach, focused on getting real results for my clients.

Kris de Jong

I was born in Auckland, New Zealand, and have travelled extensively overseas. I’m now happily living in Auckland’s CBD.

Having represented NZ in athletics, I know the great feeling of accomplishment that can be achieved when you reach your goals.

I studied at the University of Waikato, completing a BSc in Biology and Psychology. I was later certified in Cognitive Behavioural Coaching, Professional Life Coaching, Executive Coaching and Executive Leadership. I’m also a Certified Practitioner of the Global Leadership Assessment 360 (GLA360). I’m also a leadership and business consultant for two New Zealand companies I’ve invested in.

As a member of the International Association of Coaching (IAC), I adhere to a code of ethics that promotes a professional and respectful relationship between coach and client at all times.

I’ve managed large and diverse teams over the years, while building my coaching and mentoring skills. My experience in HR, recruitment, performance and people management allows me to optimise employee coaching for organisations looking to improve workplace wellbeing.

I’ve also been actively involved in Toastmasters, developing communication and leadership skills and gaining advanced certification. I loved helping others achieve their goals, while presenting numerous speeches on a wide variety of topics.

Good friends are important to me, and I enjoy writing, travelling, cooking, movies, music, pub quizzes, keeping fit, and investing in NZ businesses.

After achieving financial freedom at 40, I founded Eclipse Life Coaching, as I’m passionate about coaching and helping great people to get what they want in life.

BRAINZ magazine interviewed me in 2021, which you can read here if you’d like some additional background:

• An Interview with Executive Life Coach – Kris De Jong.

Qualifications

• BSc (Biology, Psychology), University of Waikato
• Certified in Cognitive Behavioural Coaching, Centre for Coaching, London UK, Prof. Stephen Palmer PhD
• Professional Life Coach Certification (Accredited), Transformation Academy
• Certified in Executive Coaching & Executive Leadership, UCLA School of Management, Prof. John Ullman
• Certified Practitioner of GLA360, Global Coach Group
• Member of the International Association of Coaching (IAC)
• ATM-S, CL Toastmasters International (Advanced Communication and Leadership)
• Advanced Dynamics Leadership Certification
• EMA Certification in Financial Management
• NZQA Communication Skills Unit Standard
• PreKure certification in mental health coaching

Skills & experience

• Managed large and diverse teams in Auckland
• Life and career coach expert for NZ Herald, Stuff, Newstalk ZB and other media
• My coaching framework featured in management textbook “Developing Coaching Skills” by Dietmar Sternad
• Co-founding Ambassador for Wellavi
• Executive contributor to Brainz magazine
• High-level executive coaching and consulting  
• Strategic planning and project management 
• Ex-President of Mt Albert Toastmasters
• Knowledge in principles of fitness and nutrition (BSc)
• Over 16 years coaching in Auckland

I’m confident I can help you get what you want out of life and that your investment will be greatly rewarded.