One of the most common patterns I see among clients preparing to ascend to the highest levels in their organizations, is being captivated by the idea of a particular role rather than assessing the role, itself.

Sometimes, that works out just fine.  The new position is a good-enough fit and/or it positions them for an even bigger opportunity later on.

But, sometimes, there is an alternate and more suitable path that’s neglected or overlooked.  One that not only better fits their talents, gifts, and experience, but would be more fulfilling.

So, when clients are surveying the landscape of opportunity in front of them, I suggest the following:

  • Filter and measure opportunities through a spectrum of drudgery on one end and curiosity on the other, using past roles and experiences (both personal and professional) to establish what that scale feels like, aiming in the direction of curiosity.
  • Think beyond this immediate move to what it positions you for next and whether that’s the direction that’s wanted.
  • Solicit input from superiors on what opportunities you might be well-suited for, particularly opportunities that might be outside your current trajectory.
  • Evaluate the skills, leadership capacities, relationship building, and travel of the roles and if there’s alignment for you with the first suggestion above.
  • Consider both the near term of 18+ months, but also the longer term of 3-5 years.
  • Think uncomfortably bigger.

 

On September 15th at 10am ET, you’re invited to join me for a 45-minute, cost-free webinar where I’ll be discussing this very topic: “Leveling Up: The 4 Most Important Actions for Success.” 

This cost-free program is the last of 2026 and is almost full.  To join me, hit reply.  If you’d like to  bring members of your leadership team, let me know that when you reply, and we’ll get you registered. 

Who is this program best suited for?
– Leaders preparing to level up into bigger and more visible roles or those who have just landed in one
– CHROs, Directors of L&D, and other senior HR professionals who oversee the development of senior executives and are curious about ways to best support success in that first, critical year

Seating is limited to allow ample time for Q&A and for you to ask me your questions directly.

Additional Opportunities for Executive Development:

Senior Executive Coaching and Development:

Looking for private, confidential, bespoke executive coaching?  For more on working with me directly, go here for consulting and coaching offerings.  I work with CEOs, senior executives, and their leadership teams to change outcomes and results.  If you’re preparing to move into a bigger, more visible role or have just landed in one, accelerating your success is one of my specialties.
For senior executives looking for strategic guidance with real-time access to me, this remains one of the most popular – and accessible – coaching programs.
The next openings for all executive coaching offerings begin September 15th.
Go here to read what clients are saying about working together.

Are you an executive wondering ‘what’s next’ after corporate?  Consider joining me and a small group of curated peers for The Big Work Private Retreat on February 25+26, 2027 in Raleigh at a 5-star luxury property located 10 minutes from the airport.

One way to plan for life after corporate is to think about it in the margins, watch your runway grow ever shorter, and then try to find something(s) of interest after the door closes.

Another is to give yourself the gift of time to dream and explore and plan in an immersive program with a highly-curated group of peers who are asking similar questions about soul-nourishing work and creating fulfilling lives in the next chapter.

Come awaken dreams, stretch your thinking, get coaching directly from me tailored to your specific situation, find support and camaraderie among fellow travelers, enjoy gourmet meals, relax in beautiful surroundings, and, yes, make a plan.

To learn more and set up a conversation directly with me to apply, go here. 

Seats are extremely limited for this unique program and will sell out.

Magnificent Leadership® Peer Learning Cohorts Inside Your Organization

One of the most cost-effective, high-return coaching programs for leveling up an entire group of leaders. 

  • You select who participates
  • Highly customized content and materials for your cohort that we plan together
  • Once-monthly virtual meetings to save on time and travel costs
  • Leverages my executive coaching with peer accountability and learning
  • Some of the most common curriculum topics: delegation and getting out of the weeds, increasing speed of execution, removing obstacles, enterprise leadership and influence across the organization, improving anticipation and accountability, effectively coaching team members for greater performance, Building a Self-Correcting Team®…
  • Practical tools and strategies for immediate use 
  • For your superstars and seasoned leaders, alike
  • Minimum 5 participants, Maximum 14
  • Custom add-ons available that can include private coaching from me and individual development planning

Popular, Extremely Cost Effective, and Fully Customized.  To learn more, contact me here.
My next openings for new cohorts begin September 15.

Elevate Your Team from High Performing to Self-Correcting:

Build a Self-Correcting Team® and you’ll build a team that is accountable, communicates and collaborates, is high trust and high results, pivots accurately, and generally makes you darn proud.
Get out of the weeds, stop being the hub of communication and chasing accountability and follow through. 
This is some of the most impactful work I’m invited to do with clients and is described by them as a game-changer.  My next openings begin September 15.

To read what clients are saying go here and to learn more and set up a conversation with me, go here.

Keynotes and Workshops for Your Conferences, Executive Retreats, and Events:

Planning your annual conference or event?  From elite executive retreats, to senior leadership team off sites, to association conferences and corporate events, I’ve been honored to speak to thousands.
From Blue Cross and Blue Shield to Harvard, from Caterpillar to the Association of Financial Professionals, from Women in Cable Telecommunications to the American Bankers Association, audiences describe me as engaging, interactive, inspirational, and giving them the practical tools and strategies they need for real-time business implementation.

For a full list of topics and descriptions go here.

Meeting planner resources are here.

Customized packages can include: pre-interviews with select attendees, leading a panel discussion, and social media promotion of your event.
For booking information, contact me now.  We’re currently booking 2027.

 

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