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Living As A Leader has been supporting leaders for almost two decades. An effective leader engages other people to deliver desired results.

To do this, leaders must focus on outcomes, along with the care for and concern of people. This is what we teach.

11/27/2025

We’re grateful for this incredible community of leaders who show up every day with curiosity, courage, and a commitment to growth. Thank you for the work you do and the positive impact you create.

Wishing you rest, connection, and moments of gratitude today.

10/16/2025

Coaching That Meets Leaders Where They Are

Leadership is complex. It’s even more challenging in today’s hybrid, fast-moving workplace. That’s why virtual coaching is more essential than ever.

86% of organizations say developing leaders is critical—but less than half feel confident in their leadership pipeline. (Brandon Hall Group)

Whether you’re supporting a newly promoted manager or a seasoned executive, coaching fosters clarity, resilience, and influence.

Consider this:
Are your leaders getting real-time support when it matters most?

How are you investing in leadership as a mindset, not just a role?

Would your culture benefit from more reflective, strategic leadership?

Leadership isn’t one-size-fits-all. Our coaching isn’t either.

Ready to connect your leaders to coaching that creates measurable change? Let’s talk.

10/14/2025

Leadership Coaching That Drives Impact

Great leadership isn’t just taught, it’s developed through intentional, personalized growth. That’s where Leadership Coaching comes in.

Companies that offer executive coaching see a 7x return on investment, including improvements in productivity, employee satisfaction, and bottom-line results. (International Coach Federation)

Our Leadership Coaching is designed to meet leaders where they are, whether they’re navigating change, stepping into a new role, or leveling up their influence.

Ask yourself:
Who’s helping your leaders grow?

Are they equipped with the mindset and skills to lead through uncertainty?

What would shift if your key leaders had a thought partner, not just a title?

Let’s unlock the full potential of your leaders—because when leaders grow, businesses thrive.

10/10/2025

High-Potential Turnover Risk? Let’s Change That.

More than 25% of young professionals plan to leave their jobs each year, and those with less than two years on the job express the strongest turnover intentions.

Retention doesn’t start with a promotion. It starts with development.

The Emerging Leader Series, launching January 22, 2026, is high-impact and built for the individual contributor with broad influence but no direct reports.

Give your emerging leaders a reason to stay—and the skills to lead.

https://www.livingasaleader.com/Leadership-Courses-Events/Public-Series/Public-Series/Public-Emerging-Leader-Series.htm

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10/08/2025

Ready for a leadership development process with a real impact for potential leaders?

Launching January 22, 2026, the Living As A Leader Public Emerging Leader Series is not just a program, it’s a development process designed to build critical leadership skills for high-performing individual contributors with zero direct reports.

-6 Monthly Skill-Building Workshops
-Small Group Coaching for Real-Time Application
-Practical Tools, Real-World Relevance, and Peer Networking

Help your organization retain top talent by equipping them with the skills they need before they move into leadership.

https://www.livingasaleader.com/Leadership-Courses-Events/Public-Series/Public-Series/Public-Emerging-Leader-Series.htm

10/03/2025

What if employee engagement isn’t about grand gestures, but simple, consistent leadership behaviors?

According to Gallup, only 1 in 3 employees strongly agree that they received recognition or praise for doing good work in the past seven days. Yet recognition is one of the most powerful drivers of retention and morale.

In our rush to check boxes and meet deadlines, we often forget: employees don’t just want a paycheck, they want to be seen, valued, and supported.

From defining success clearly, to asking “What will it take for you to stay?”, they're invitations to lead with intention and empathy.

10/01/2025

Leadership isn’t a destination, it’s a daily practice.

The Living As A Leader blog is built for leaders at every stage. Whether you're managing a team or stepping into leadership for the first time, our blog offers practical insights, real-world strategies, and fresh perspectives to help you grow with purpose.

Start leading with greater clarity and impact.

Read the latest posts: https://www.livingasaleader.com/Resources/Leadership-Blog/October2025.htm

09/26/2025

Let’s talk about conflict.
Not the kind we avoid. The kind we face — productively.

Whether you're a seasoned leader or new to managing people, conflict is unavoidable. But how we handle it? That’s what separates effective leadership from reactive management.

What’s the hardest part about resolving conflict in your role?

Let’s build a conversation. Share your thoughts below or tag someone who’s mastered the art of navigating tough conversations.

We believe virtual connections can spark real leadership growth. Let’s make this space one of learning and honest dialogue.

09/24/2025

Part of our Leadership Development Series, the Resolve Conflict workshop, is an interactive workshop designed to help leaders shift from avoiding or mishandling conflict to addressing it with confidence and competence.

One of the most common leadership shortcomings is the inability or unwillingness to resolve conflict.

In this workshop, participants will:

• Understand the real impact of conflict in the workplace
• Learn why conflict happens and how to recognize the signs early
• Discover the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument and how to apply its five modes
• Be introduced to a practical Mediation Meeting Planner to guide future conversations

Don’t wait for conflict to escalate. Equip your leaders with the skills to resolve it productively.

09/19/2025

Leadership coaching isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither are the leaders we support.

At Living As A Leader, our Leadership Coaching process combines structure with flexibility to create a personalized experience for each leader. Whether they're new to leadership or seasoned in their role, coaching provides the support, insight, and accountability they need to grow.

Here’s how we do it:
• DISC + 360 Feedback for self-awareness and insight
• One-on-one coaching sessions (90 minutes, 2x/month)
• Clear development goals and practical application
• Regular three-way check-ins for alignment and progress

It’s about building confidence, driving results, and helping leaders thrive,wherever they are in their journey.

Interested in bringing this kind of growth to your organization? Let’s talk!

09/18/2025

Real Connections, Real Growth

Our team was thrilled to be in Milwaukee for the final session of our Public Leadership Development Series, and wow, what a powerful way to wrap up the year!

In our Lead By Design workshop, participants had the opportunity to:
• Reflect on their leadership journey over the past year
• Reinforce key skills from previous sessions
• Apply what they’ve learned to current, complex leadership challenges
• Use 360-degree feedback to build an actionable leadership plan

This session isn’t just a recap, it’s a launchpad. By bringing everything together, participants walk away with a clear picture of their growth and a plan to keep leading by design.

Whether virtual or in-person, these connections are what leadership development is all about.

09/11/2025

Leadership isn’t a workshop. It’s a culture.

Whether you're bringing in expert trainers or leveraging your internal team, the method matters less than the mindset.

What truly moves the needle? A consistent, intentional leadership development culture.

Leadership development is the #1 priority for 61% of organizations globally.* But here’s the catch: only 5% have fully implemented it at all levels. (*Source: DDI Global Leadership Forecast)

That gap? It’s where disengagement, turnover, and underperformance thrive.

Our Leadership Development Series is built to close that gap—making it easier to create a sustainable leadership culture, whether you're training internally with our Train-the-Trainer certification, or inviting us to deliver on-site.

Ask yourself: “If leadership isn’t consistently taught and reinforced in your organization, what is taking its place?”

Culture will build itself—will you shape it intentionally?

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