Question 1

What is rising leader coaching?

Accepted Answer

Rising leader coaching is a structured development program designed to help first-time managers and newly promoted leaders build confidence, define their leadership identity, and develop effective leadership habits. Using the CliftonStrengths assessment, Kerri helps you discover your natural talents and leverage them to lead authentically from day one. The program follows a proven three-phase framework — Define, Act & Learn, and Sustain — over 12 sessions, giving you the tools to navigate the transition from individual contributor to confident leader.

Question 2

Who is rising leader coaching for?

Accepted Answer

Rising leader coaching is ideal for new managers, recently promoted supervisors, and high-potential individual contributors who are stepping into leadership for the first time. If you've been promoted (or are about to be) and feel uncertain about how to lead effectively, this program is built specifically for you. It's also a great fit for team leads who want to strengthen foundational leadership skills. Explore all options on our coaching services overview page.

Question 3

How long does rising leader coaching take?

Accepted Answer

The Rising Leader Coaching program typically spans 12 sessions over 4 to 6 months, depending on your schedule and pace. Sessions are structured across three phases: Define (sessions 1-3), Act & Learn (sessions 4-8), and Sustain & Celebrate (sessions 9-12). This timeline gives you enough runway to experiment with new leadership behaviors, gather real-world feedback, and lock in sustainable habits that stick beyond the coaching engagement.

Question 4

What's the difference between rising leader and executive coaching?

Accepted Answer

Rising leader coaching focuses on building foundational leadership skills for those new to management, while executive impact coaching is designed for senior leaders refining strategic presence and decision-making. Rising leader coaching uses the CliftonStrengths assessment to help you define your leadership identity, whereas executive coaching addresses complex challenges like organizational influence, stakeholder management, and leading through change at the highest levels.

Question 5

What results can new leaders expect from coaching?

Accepted Answer

New leaders can expect to step into their role with clear purpose, build trust and credibility with their team, and develop an authentic leadership voice. Specific outcomes include improved confidence in decision-making, stronger communication skills, and the ability to navigate the transition from peer to leader gracefully. Research shows strengths-based leaders are 6x more engaged at work. Schedule a discovery call to discuss what results would look like for your situation.

Question 6

How does Kerri's approach help first-time leaders?

Accepted Answer

Kerri's approach is strengths-based and grounded in real-world application, not generic leadership theory. She starts with the CliftonStrengths assessment to identify your natural talents, then builds your leadership practice around what you already do best. Rather than trying to fix weaknesses, you'll experiment with new behaviors in actual work situations, gather 360-degree feedback, and refine your approach iteratively. This makes the transition to leadership feel natural and sustainable rather than overwhelming.

Rising Leader Coaching

CliftonStrengths Assessment

What is CliftonStrengths?

Why Strengths-Based Leadership?

Three-Phase Framework

Define

Act & Learn

Sustain & Celebrate

Promised Outcomes

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