FAQ

  • Please schedule an “Introduction- New Client” Appointment in the Appointments tab, under “General”. With me, the first meeting is always free.

  • Leadership development is a set of learning events that prepare current and future leaders to perform effectively in leadership roles within their organizations. More specifically, it may include opportunities that increase emotional intelligence, development and implementation of strategy, skill to build and sustain a healthy team, lead change, foster and exemplify a growth mindset, offer meaningful feedback, provide timely communication, listen actively, be an effective mentor, and promote positivity, empathy, and inclusion. By investing in leadership development, organizations can cultivate a pool of exemplary leaders, improve employee engagement, foster a positive work culture, and drive organizational success.

  • Executive coaching is a one-on-one developmental process where a certified coach works closely with leaders to enhance their personal and professional skills. Coaching is a unique way of connecting and communicating with another individual that mobilizes the internal resources and inherent talents found within the client/self into a more conscious state to create authentic, healthy living. For the coach, it is the process of creating a safe environment and a core belief that every individual is “whole, resourceful, capable, and creative.” Executive coaching assists individuals in gaining increased self-awareness and maximizes their personal and professional potential. It creates a confidential, safe, and focused space for individuals to discover their strengths, address development areas and achieve great joy in their lives personally and professionally.

  • As an independent consultant, I specialize in leadership development and human resources recommendations. My expertise encompasses a range of areas including leadership development assessment, talent management, succession planning, performance management, organizational development, employee engagement, and change management. Most importantly, my learning opportunities focus not only on training delivery but also on the practice of the new learned skills in the workplace. Regarding human resources, I work with every aspect of human resources including talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, HR policy, employee relations, as well as employee and leader development. I leverage my knowledge, experience, and research-based skills to partner with you and your organization to provide comprehensive solutions tailored to the unique needs of each organization.

  • Absolutely! While fulfilling a director-level position at Intermountain Health, I maintained a Tier 1 (best possible) team status for the 5 years I served in this position. I developed the learning strategy for leaders while at Intermountain Health. I have built women’s leadership programs for Intermountain Health, Salt Lake County, Salt Lake City, and numerous other government/nonprofit entities. while at Dominion Energy, I served as the HR Director and I along with my team of HR professionals transitioned 1700 Questar employees into the Dominion Energy workforce. I have built human resource organizations and/or maintained system-wide changes to South Ogden City, St. George City, Utah County, departments within State of Utah government, American National Bank in Texas, Associated Food Stores, Bank of Powell Wyoming, Johnstone Supply Company, KSL Communications, Murray City, Lloyd Architects, numerous school districts in UT, OC Tanner, United Way of Northern Utah, Workers Compensation Fund of Utah, and numerous other organizations.

    I influenced the Leader Index through leadership development on engagement surveys at Intermountain Health from 86 in 2020 to 90 in 2022. During the pandemic, I developed the virtual learning strategy for leadership development at Intermountain Health.

    I have designed and implemented mentoring programs enterprise-wide in both the public and private sectors. I have designed the strategy, implementation, and content for the first State of Utah Certified Public Manager Program (1987) that has served as an integral tool for leadership development training thousands of public sector leaders to-date.

  • I understand that every organization has its own distinct challenges, goals, and culture. To ensure that my services align with your specific needs, I take a collaborative approach. I begin by conducting a thorough assessment of your organization's current landscape, identifying areas for development and improvement. Based on this assessment and in conjunction with your leadership team, I co-create customized interventions that address your unique requirements, taking into account your organizational culture, objectives, budget, and timeline.

  • Measuring the effectiveness of leadership development and executive coaching programs is vital to ensure their impact on individual leaders and the organization as a whole. I employ a multi-faceted approach that combines qualitative and quantitative evaluation methods. This may include participant feedback surveys, 360-degree assessments, pre- and post-program performance evaluations, and follow-up assessments to gauge sustained behavior change and business impact. By tracking key metrics, I continuously refine and enhance the effectiveness of my programs.

  • Leadership Development: $100 per hour for development, $250 per hour for delivery of content

    Executive Coaching: $250 per hour of executive coaching; $200 for 30 minutes of coaching

    HR Consulting: $250 per hour of data gathering and diagnostics. $200 per hour of intervention development. $250 per hour of intervention implementation on-site.

    In addition, the cost of my consulting services varies depending on several factors such as the scope and duration of the engagement, the complexity of the project, the level of customization required, and the size of the organization. I offer competitive pricing that reflects the value and expertise I bring to the table. During our initial consultation, I will work closely with you to understand your specific needs and provide a transparent and tailored pricing structure that aligns with your budgetary considerations.

  • Yes, your contact information will only be used for the purpose of coaching or specific project with which we are working.

  • Yes, this information will not be shared with anyone except you for discussion purposes unless you approve my speaking to another person.

  • For on-going work, you will be invoiced at the end of the month in which the requested services occur. If the project is a large project or a detailed 360 assessment, some money may be requested upfront.

    Appointments and scheduled discussions can optionally be paid for through the website.