What if the key to better results is asking different questions?

Is it time to get a different perspective that will help you achieve the results you want and deserve?

You want…

to focus on the bigger picture, but you're constantly putting out fires and managing team conflicts.

to develop your team's careers, but you're underwater with everything else on your plate.

clarity for efficient execution, but you're overwhelmed in unnecessary escalations and misunderstandings.

Gain the Game-Changing Perspective Your Leadership Needs

Coaching is the most effective way to elevate your leadership skills, optimize team performance, and drive business growth.

Start your personal journey, invest in key talent, or grow the whole team… together.

Here's the reality:

Coaching isn't about quick fixes or one-size-fits-all solutions.

It’s about fine tuning your analytical strengths and your approach while tuning into your team to achieve the results you are ALL craving - without having to turn yourself inside out, reinvent who you are and how you communicate.

Why?

Because coaching is your leadership laboratory.
It's where you…

  • explore ideas,

  • test strategies, and

  • refine your approach in a safe, supportive environment.

No judgment | No cookie-cutter advice | No pressure to be someone you're not

Just you, your goals, and a coach who understands the unique challenges of analytically-minded leaders.

And while books and courses might give you insight…
…they leave you without execution and implementation assistance.

Personalized coaching?

It adapts to your specific needs, challenges, and corporate-political landscape.

So, here's a data-driven insight:

What if coaching could feel as productive and satisfying as solving a complex problem?
One coaching session can be as impactful as months of trial and error.

Your time is too valuable to waste on generic leadership advice that doesn't account for your unique analytical mind.

Imagine...

  • ...team member excitement and enthusiasm in meetings...

  • ...a team that is empowered and able to work and operate independently...

  • ...waking up energized and motivated for the work day...

This is possible with the right coach and program.

It’s about adding a new dimension to your problem-solving abilities.

Because in leadership, as in data analysis, the right input can make all the difference in your output.

Ready to gain the outside perspective that will deliver the results you want and deserve?

Meet Kris

Your Guide to Powerful Perspectives … Beyond the Data

As seasoned professionals, you excel at solving complex problems with math, science, software, and algorithms. But leadership brings a whole new set of challenges:

  • Managing constant changes in product and project scopes

  • Navigating organizational dynamics to build trust and collaboration

  • Motivating and retaining top talent in a competitive industry

  • Effectively communicating your well-thought-out ideas to gain buy-in

These situations don't come with formulas or flowcharts. That's where I come in.

I understand the unique challenges you face because I've been there – with over two decades of experience in engineering, quality, and manufacturing management.

Together we will:

  1. Develop the leadership skills that complement your technical expertise

  2. Navigate complex interpersonal dynamics with confidence

  3. Build high-performing teams that drive innovation

  4. Achieve a fulfilling career with meaningful impact

Ready to evolve your leadership and drive unprecedented results? Let's talk. Together, we can turn your analytical mind into your greatest leadership asset..

Is your technical expertise enough to lead in today’s dynamic workplace?

A FEW HIGHLIGHTS…

  • Master's in Engineering Management

  • Multiple coaching certifications, including International Coaching Federation (ICF) and Positive Intelligence (PQ)

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Tech

  • 20+ years of hands-on experience in analytical leadership roles

  • Selected as one of the Top 15 Coaches in Detroit in 2023

My approach?

I help you tune into the often-overlooked "signals" - the thoughts, emotions, and intuitions that drive both your performance and your team's. It's about adding a new dimension to your analytical toolkit.

Working with me, you'll learn to:

  1. Break through data paralysis and take decisive actions

  2. Transform team dynamics by decoding underlying signals

  3. Achieve measurable improvements in your leadership effectiveness

I understand the unique challenges you face as an analytical leader. My goal is to help you leverage your analytical strengths to become an even more effective leader.

Ready to evolve your leadership and drive unprecedented results?

Let's talk.
Together, we can turn your analytical mind into your greatest leadership asset.

Coaching provides the critical outside view that can
optimize your leadership and drive unprecedented results.

Here's why:

Fresh Eyes on Familiar Challenges An external coach sees patterns and opportunities you might miss when you're too close to the situation. It's like having a high-powered analytical tool that processes leadership data you didn't even know you had.

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Questioning Assumptions Your coach asks the questions you might not think to ask yourself, challenging assumptions that could be limiting your effectiveness. It's about applying your analytical rigor to your leadership approach itself.

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Bridging the Gap Between Analysis and Action Coaching translates your analytical insights into practical leadership strategies, ensuring your data-driven approach leads to tangible team and organizational improvements.

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What clients are saying...

  • "It's pretty amazing to watch the program transform somebody else's life the way it has mine. I would recommend this program a million times over. It's very powerful and a real game changer."

    - Executive Coaching Client and Team Sponsor

  • “Kris has the ability to simplify everything and make it simple, tangible, and data driven. The conceptual ideas she translated into data driven and visuals really resonated with me because I was able to physically see it and physically measure it which aligned with how my brain works.”

    - Automotive Operations Manager

  • “I made more progress in six weeks than in the last four years!”

    Dedra Hobbs,
    Manufacturing Professional, General Motors

FAQs

Got a question not covered here?

  • While books and seminars provide general knowledge, coaching offers personalized strategies tailored to your specific challenges and leadership style. As your coach, I provide an outside perspective, help you identify blind spots, and work with you to implement changes in real-time. It's the difference between reading about swimming and having a personal instructor guide you through the water.

  • Even top performers benefit from coaching. Just as elite athletes have coaches to refine their skills, successful leaders use coaching to sharpen their effectiveness. We'll work on optimizing your decision-making processes, enhancing team dynamics, and scaling your impact across the organization. The goal is to take you from good to great, or from great to exceptional.

  • Absolutely, a significant portion of our work is with individuals sponsored by their organization. You can kick things off by setting up a time to talk where you can get all your questions answered here.

  • We establish clear, measurable goals at the outset of our engagement. These might include metrics like improved team productivity, reduced decision-making time, or enhanced leadership effectiveness scores. We regularly review progress and adjust our approach as needed. Many clients report significant improvements in both quantitative metrics and qualitative aspects like team morale and personal job satisfaction.

  • The duration varies based on your goals and challenges. Typically, clients see meaningful results within 3-6 months of consistent engagement.

    We begin with an initial 3-month commitment to establish momentum and then reassess. Some leaders choose to continue with ongoing coaching for sustained growth and support.

  • My engineering background allows me to understand the unique challenges faced by analytical leaders. I combine data-driven methodologies with emotional intelligence techniques, helping you leverage your analytical strengths while developing crucial leadership soft skills.

    It's about expanding your toolkit, not changing who you are.

  • I offer a complimentary discovery call where we can discuss your current challenges and goals. This allows you to experience my coaching style firsthand and determine if we're a good fit. There's no obligation, and you'll gain valuable insights even from this initial conversation. Grab a free half hour consultation here.

  • Team coaching focuses on improving the collective performance and dynamics of your entire team, while individual coaching concentrates on your personal leadership development.

    In team coaching, I work with you and your team together, facilitating sessions that enhance communication, align goals, and build collaborative problem-solving skills. This approach is particularly effective for breaking down silos, improving cross-functional cooperation, and creating a high-performance team culture.

    Individual coaching, on the other hand, provides more intensive, personalized focus on your specific leadership challenges and goals. Many leaders find a combination of both approaches to be highly effective in driving organizational change and personal growth.

  • My approach centers on helping analytical leaders tune into often-overlooked "signals" - the thoughts, emotions, and intuitions that drive both individual and team performance. I believe in leveraging your analytical strengths while developing the soft skills crucial for effective leadership. My goal is to help you move from constant firefighting to strategic, impactful leadership.

  • Excellent! I'm excited to join you on the journey. Let's grab a half-hour to map what that journey will look like.

    Schedule a half-hour meet and greet session.

Real Results from Our Clients

  • "My boss has even commented on positive changes he has seen in my decision-making ability and moving forward in ambiguous situations."

    - Operations Manager

  • “[The program] helps you strengthen the parts of your mind that benefit you by addressing habitual areas that are not ideal for relationships or productivity.”

    Lacey Mason,
    Spatial Analyst, NOAA

  • "Be prepared for your mind to change and move around to see things in a different way than you ever have before."

    - Finance Professional and Enterpreneur