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Dr. Jeff Doolittle is an executive coach, organizational consultant, author, and speaker helping senior leaders navigate growth, change, and complexity. Hi, I am Dr. Jeff Doolittle (No, not the veterinarian. I am not speaking to animals as my side hustle.) Organizational Consulting Hire me to provide the answers Keynote & Workshop Hire me as a speaker or facilitator Executive Coaching Hire me to help you find the answers SCHEDULE A MEETING Executive Coach Bio Human Capital Consultant Bio One version of my story As you read what I have written, the following quote by George Orwell provides a reasonable lens to consider. “Autobiography is only to be trusted when it reveals something disgraceful. A man who gives a good account of himself is probably lying, since any life when viewed from the inside is simply a series of defeats.” My Greatest Hits I've been honored to work with frontline to C-Suite leaders in Fortune 50, Forbes top 25 private, for-profit, non-profit, and global companies in multiple sectors. I founded Organizational Talent Consulting , which has helped leaders and businesses across West Michigan achieve higher levels of success. I love that we believe in a future where everyone has the chance to thrive and that we invest 15% of our profits into non-profit charities driving social impact for children. I've been happily married for 30 years and have three wonderful children ; I've run the Chicago Marathon; I authored Life-Changing Leadership Habits: 10 Proven Principles That Will Elevate People, Profit, and Purpose ; I completed my Doctorate of Strategic Leadership ; I am a Certified Executive Coach with the International Coaching Federation and hold certifications in leadership assessment, performance management, and strategic workforce planning; I've started and led a local ministry that has helped hundreds of people on the road to recovery ; I've co-founded a non-profit organization , that has developed a comprehensive set of tools and services to bring a balance to workplaces and communities; I've received special recognition for leadership from one of the worlds largest Fortune 50 organizations; I've written a weekly newsletter and guest articles for organizations such as the Grand Rapids Business Journal , Center for Coaching Excellence , Thinkwise , and the Christian Coaching Magazine on the topics of talent management and organizational effectiveness; I've spoken live and virtually on leadership habits to crowds of hundreds and beyond ... Of course, I’m proud of all these things, and that's not the whole story… We are always playing two games: an outer and inner game. My Inner Game Here are the ideas that define, shape, and keep me headed in the best direction… LEADERSHIP Compelled to accomplish shared goals for the collective benefit . My Guiding Principles Be the change you want to see Mahatma Gandhi No one of us is as smart as all of us Ken Blanchard Fear succeeding at something that doesn't matter D.L. Moody Bring out the best in others Aubrey Daniels Love God and love others Jesus My Mission To lead others toward greater understanding and simple solutions that avoid costly mistakes to complex personal and professional challenges. Frequently Asked Questions Why are most leadership problems not people problems? Because behavior is shaped by consequences and antecedents. When capable people struggle, the issue is usually unclear expectations and feedback, a lack of resources, or misaligned incentives and consequences—not motivation or capacity. What leadership habits actually change performance? Leadership habits that change performance work on both the inner and outer game of leadership. Habits like leading with love, emotional regulation, and disciplined thinking shape the leader, while habits that create clarity, accountability, and data-driven decisions shape the system—together driving sustainable results. How do systems shape behavior at work? Systems signal what matters through priorities, incentives, and constraints. People tend to do what systems reward and avoid what systems make difficult. What does evidence-based leadership actually mean? Evidence-based leadership uses research, data, and tested frameworks to guide decisions rather than relying on intuition or trends. It helps leaders address root causes instead of symptoms. Why do leadership initiatives often fail to stick? They fail when insights aren’t supported by systems and habits. Without reinforcement through structure and leadership behavior, change fades once attention shifts. Next Step If you’re navigating leadership complexity and want a thoughtful, evidence-based partner, the best place to start is a conversation. Executive coaching and organizational development consulting is grounded in evidence-based leadership, systems thinking, and practical application. SCHEDULE A STRATEGY CONVERSATION Pick where you'd like to start (It doesn't matter, just so long as you start somewhere.) Executive Coaching Organizational Consulting Leadership Development Accelerating your career, shifting your mindset, and living life to the fullest. Check out my executive coach bio page, and learn about our leadership coaching services . Leading change, making decisions for today and tomorrow, and managing organizational talent to grow the business. 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Your team says yes in meetings—then nothing changes. Organizational Talent Consulting helps CEOs, executive teams, and boards turn strategy into sustained execution and accountability. Led by Dr. Jeff Doolittle, we combine evidence-based executive coaching with organizational consulting to clarify priorities, strengthen decision-making, and align the systems that shape performance and culture. Based in Zeeland, Michigan, we serve leaders across West Michigan and nationwide. Home: Welcome SERVING SENIOR LEADERS & BOARDS NAVIGATING GROWTH, TRANSITION & ORGANIZATIONAL COMPLEXITY Your team says yes in meetings—then nothing changes. Dr. Jeff Doolittle partners with West Michigan CEOs, executive teams, and boards nationwide to turn strategy into sustained execution and accountability. Schedule a Leadership Strategy Conversation As featured in West Coast Way Magazine Jan-Feb 2026 Read it → EXECUTIVE COACHING & LEADERSHIP CONSULTING Based in Zeeland, Michigan • Serving West Michigan and beyond Executive Coaching Organizational Consulting Focused Workshops "Jeff walked us through a process to reorganize due to growing pains. The result solved a major problem I couldn't quite identify before." — President, Owner & Founder Mid-Sized Technology Firm • 25% annual growth achieved Explore Our Approach When this goes unaddressed, execution slows, accountability blurs, and leadership credibility erodes—despite strong results. Succession stalls. Key hires leave. Growth compounds complexity faster than your systems can handle. A Clear Point of View on Strategic Leadership & Organizational Results Most challenges are not a lack of capacity to perform or effort. They are the result of leadership beliefs that quietly shape habits—and organizational culture and systems that reinforce behaviors and outcomes. Sustainable improvement requires attention to both: How leaders think, decide, and show up How work is structured, measured, and reinforced That’s why our work focuses on proven coaching, consulting, and development practices that elevate people, profit, and purpose. Results WHY GRAND RAPIDS & WEST MICHIGAN LEADERS INVEST IN EXECUTIVE COACHING Evidence-Based Results from Strategic Leadership Development +80% Increased Self-Confidence ICF Global Coaching Study +70% Reduced Turnover Risk Gallup Research +15% Revenue Growth Impact Harvard Business Review +6x ROI on Coaching Investment Manchester Review CREDENTIALS & CERTIFICATIONS Certified Executive Coach International Coaching Federation Doctor of Strategic Leadership Literary Titan Gold Award Life-Changing Leadership Habits Regent University Best Experienced/ Senior Leaders Program HR.COM Trending Insights Recommended For You When Growth Turns Strong Leaders Into Bottlenecks Growth brings more customers, employees, locations, revenue, products, markets, decisions, and relationships. It also brings more risk. Hiring the Right Executive Is Only the Beginning Why the transition after the hire can determine whether a great executive becomes a great leader The Leadership Risk That Begins After the Decision Leaders worry about making the wrong decision. But some of the greatest leadership risks emerge after they make the right one. 7 Characteristics of Teams That Consistently Make Better Decisions The hidden risk may be your executive team's decision architecture—not your analytics. Two executive teams can have access to the same information, comparable analytical capability, and equally experienced leaders, and still reach decisions of very different quality. That gap has economic consequences. Research on group decision-making shows that when the best decision depends on combining insights, groups are far less likely to identify the optimal answer. The difference is Get Weekly Inspiration Discover Your Leadership AHA Home: Service How I Partner with Leaders to Drive Results These services are often applied together to shape leadership habits and align organizational culture and systems—so results improve and are sustained. A confidential, goal-focused partnership that strengthens leadership judgment, decision-making, and performance through client-led experimentation and action. 1:1 leadership development Strategic decision support Performance optimization Executive Coach - Grand Rapids Executive Coach - West Michigan Learn More Start Here: Leadership Breakthrough Package Executive Coaching Organizational Consulting Diagnosing and aligning systems, roles, accountability, and execution—so performance improves at the root and results hold over time. Culture transformation Systems alignment Change management Organizational Consultant - Grand Rapids Organizational Consultant - West Michigan Learn More Focused Workshops Sessions used selectively to create shared clarity, alignment, and capability around specific leadership, team, and organizational challenges. Leadership development Team alignment Strategic planning Learn More Home Page Services Download: How I Work With Leaders (1-Page Overview) Start a Leadership Strategy Conversation Real Results for Real Leaders See how our services create measurable impact for senior leaders navigating complexity and change. Current Stories Organizational Consulting Case Study Mid-Sized Organization Growth + Sustainability The Challenge Rapid growth created organizational strain—unclear functions, reduced efficiency, and turnover in critical technical roles threatened 25% YoY growth targets. Our Approach Used a DMAIC framework: conducted structured interviews and guided team formation to map critical workflows; evaluated organizational structure for alignment with culture and strategy while building leadership buy-in; developed trigger-based monitoring thresholds and change management plans to sustain the transformation. Key Outcomes Achieved 25% annual financial and operational growth targets Improved employee retention by 30% year over year Enhanced clarity and efficiency across critical business functions Established trigger-based thresholds for ongoing organizational health monitoring "Jeff walked us through a process to reorganize due to growing pains we were experiencing. His style was calm and respectful of our time. The result really answered a major problem I couldn't quite put my finger on previously." President/Owner/Founder Value Delivered Clear organizational roadmap Reduction in employee turnove Trigger-based monitoring system ensuring sustainable scaling Leadership clarity enabling faster, more confident decision-making Strategic Planning Case Study Large Organization Complexity and Scale The Challenge Declining membership required a strategic plan serving diverse stakeholders—from 2-3 truck operations to enterprises with 1,000+ employees. Our Approach Led a collaborative strategic planning process incorporating internal and external stakeholder input. Customized all member surveys, large focus group sessions, and one-to-one board and committee lead surveys were used to collect feedback. Used Scenario Planning and a Strategic Thinking-Acting-Influencing Assessment to go beyond traditional annual planning. Key Outcomes Designed a clear, actionable, multi-year strategic plan Defined organizational goals, priorities, and success metrics Incorporated input from diverse member companies Created actionable outcomes aligned with leadership priorities "This strategic planning process gave us a roadmap that actually reflects our diverse membership. The facilitation ensured every voice was heard." Association Executive Director Value Delivered Increased value and reduced operating costs Culture of trust and committed staff Excellent member service and leadership support Executive Coaching and Organizatioanl Consulting Case Study Mid-Sized Organization Executive Fit + Culture The Challenge Newly appointed President/CEO faced declining employee confidence and a stalled strategic initiative during a critical transition period. Our Approach Implemented a 12-month executive coaching engagement focused on senior leader presence, strategic decision-making, and assessing and realigning organizational culture. Leveraged Appreciative Inquiry through department focus groups and a culture assessment grounded in the Competing Values Framework, then facilitated a one-day culture workshop to clarify gaps between current and desired culture and align leaders around a shared path forward. Key Outcomes Employee engagement increased by 15% Less passive resistance to changes Identified cultural norms supportive of the previously stalled strategic initiative, restoring momentum Employee confidence in leadership improved by 16% "Dr. Doolittle's broad experience, data-driven processes, and strong interpersonal skills make him an invaluable resource and are what set him apart. We encountered several difficult decisions about our current and desired culture, and he aligned various teams through collaborative approaches and data-driven decision-making." President/CEO Value Delivered Accelerated leadership effectiveness during a critical transition Converted cultural insight into action Enhanced President/CEO Confidence Strengthened cross-department trust and collaboration What Leaders Experience Evidence-based results that make a measurable difference in leadership effectiveness and organizational performance. Sustainable improvements that elevate people, profit, and purpose Reduced friction, rework, and recurring performance issues Greater strategic alignment across leaders, teams, and priorities Accountability without erosion of trust or culture Clearer thinking and stronger decision-making under pressure 25+ Years Executive Experience Partnering with leaders at Gordon Food Service, University of Michigan Health, Sherwin-Williams, and more Doctorate in Strategic Leadership Advanced expertise in leadership development and organizational behavior Certified Executive Coach ICF-aligned coaching methodology with evidence-based frameworks Author: Life-Changing Leadership Habits A practical framework for turning leadership insight into daily behavior that actually sticks. Who is Dr. Jeff Doolittle Dr. Jeff Doolittle Executive Coach & Organizational Consultant Doctorate in Strategic Leadership • 25+ Years Experience Based in West Michigan • Serving Clients Nationwide YOUR STRATEGIC PARTNER High-Stakes Decisions Require a Trusted Advisor When the stakes are high and clear answers aren’t obvious, senior leaders don’t need more theory. They need someone who understands their world and helps them move forward with clarity and confidence. I’ve spent 25+ years inside organizations, leading talent, culture, and strategy across healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and distribution. I’ve sat at the table where decisions carry real consequences—for people, performance, and the future of the business. This means you won't get generic frameworks or off-the-shelf advice. You'll get a thought partner who quickly understands your situation and conversations that lead to clear, practical next steps you can act on immediately. Before founding Organizational Talent Consulting, I led enterprise-level human capital transformation initiatives across: Organizational design Strategic planning and execution Culture and leadership development Workforce planning and succession strategy Recognized globally within the Pfizer Leadership Award (top 0.01% of leaders) My work is grounded in evidence-based frameworks and a Doctorate in Strategic Leadership, but is built on real-world application. Because leadership challenges are solved by making better decisions, in real situations, with real constraints. This is a one-to-one partnership focused on your leadership, your team, and your business. My cl ients often say they feel: Clearer More confident Better equipped to act Not because we talked about leadership, but because they left knowing exactly what to do next. "Dr. Doolittle's broad experience, data-driven processes, and strong interpersonal skills make him an invaluable resource. He aligned various teams through collaborative approaches and data-driven decision-making." — President & CEO Start a Confidential Conversation Connect with me AWARD WINNING BOOK Life-Changing Leadership Habits 10 Proven Principles That Will Elevate People, Profit, and Purpose Literary Titan Gold Book Award Get Your Copy on Amazon Learn More "A beneficial addition to any workplace... I highly recommend this book to anyone in a leadership position, no matter the level or organization." Literary Titan "A concise directional book on how to be successful at leading self, employees, customers, and shareholders." Dr. Rob Simpson — President, Global Business Leadership Center "Jeff distills a common-sense approach to leadership development into practical application for immediate use." Dr. Virginia Richardson, BCC — Business & Healthcare Futurist "A very relevant read for anyone who aspires to lead people in a very crucial time... a compelling call to action." Spencer Warren — Regional General Manager, Gordon Food Service Our Services Are For This work is designed for leaders who carry responsibility for people, profit, and purpose —especially valuable when: Growth or change begins to outpace leadership systems and decision clarity Culture becomes a risk instead of a consistent source of alignment and performance Decisions feel heavier, lonelier, and more consequential Execution falters despite capable, committed people Our Work Is Not For This work may not be the right fit if you’re looking for: Advice without accountability Motivational life-coaching or pep talks Generic off-the-shelf leadership training or one-size-fits-all programs Quick fixes that avoid examining how leadership habits and structure shape results This work is best suited for curious and open-minded leaders willing to think and act intentionally. How Our Work is Different Inner Game + Outer Game Leadership values and habits are developed alongside clarity and organizational systems—because our inner game determines what we will do, and organizational systems reinforce results. Performance Diagnosis This work relies on evidence-based insights to identify the organizational culture, system, and leadership signals actually driving results. Execution Without Burnout People, profit, and performance improve by removing friction, clarifying purpose, and aligning culture and systems—not by working harder and longer that exhaust leaders and teams. How We Work 1 Schedule a Strategy Conversation. Connect with Dr. Jeff Doolittle to understand your specific needs and goals so we can determine your best path forward. 2 Execute the plan. Receive a tailored roadmap built around your specific challenges and aspirations. Together, we'll move from insight to action. 3 Learn - Change & Thrive. Build sustainable leadership capacity and operational excellence. Lead with greater confidence, purpose, and impact. When a leadership challenge can't wait A focused conversation can unlock clarity and decisive next steps. Schedule your strategy conversation today. Schedule Your Strategy Conversation 100% Money-Back guarantee Frequently Asked Questions What does an executive coach actually do? An executive coach helps leaders think more clearly, make better decisions, and address challenges they can’t solve alone. Rather than giving advice or directives, coaching creates structured space to examine assumptions, behavior, and impact—so leaders can lead more effectively in complex environments. How do leaders improve performance without burnout? Leaders improve performance without burnout by removing barriers rather than adding pressure. By clarifying priorities, aligning systems, addressing root causes, and modeling sustainable leadership behaviors, leaders create conditions where people can perform consistently without sacrificing energy, trust, or engagement. Who benefits most from executive coaching? Executive coaching benefits leaders who carry significant responsibility for people, performance, and results—particularly CEOs and senior leaders navigating complexity, change, or increased decision pressure. It is most valuable for capable leaders who want clearer thinking, better decisions, and greater impact as the stakes of leadership rise. How is executive coaching different from consulting? Executive coaching focuses on the leader—how they think, decide, and show up under pressure. Coaching involves asking questions to bring out the best in the leader. Consulting focuses on the organization—clarity, systems, accountability, and structure. Consulting provides the questions and provides evidence-based answers. My work often integrates both because sustainable performance improves when leaders and systems evolve together. When should a CEO hire an executive coach? CEOs often seek coaching when complexity increases—during growth, transition, persistent performance issues, or heightened decision pressure. Coaching is most valuable when the stakes are high and clear answers are hard to find. Partner Next Step If you’re navigating leadership complexity and want a thoughtful, evidence-based partner, the best place to start is a conversation. Executive coaching and organizational consulting grounded in evidence-based leadership, systems thinking, and practical application. Start a Conversation Webinar Upcoming Webinar Series Free live leadership development webinars based on the latest research with no travel costs. We know you are going to love these events! LEARN MORE & REGISTER Organizational Espresso Get fresh ideas proven to stimulate individual, team, and organizational effectiveness When Growth Turns Strong Leaders Into Bottlenecks Hiring the Right Executive Is Only the Beginning The Leadership Risk That Begins After the Decision VISIT OUR BLOG Read our article in the The 5 Best Resources Your online store to learn more about change management, coaching, culture, innovation & creativity, leadership style, servant leadership, and strategic planning CHECK IT OUT WHITE PAPER: FREE GUIDE Discover the critical steps to ARCHITECTING CULTURE In this powerful white paper, discover the proven principles that lead to extraordinary success in shaping organizational culture. A download link will be sent to your email. Architecting Culture

Organizational consulting to improve clarity, accountability, and execution. Helping leadership teams align structure, strategy, and culture. Services: ORGANIZATIONAL CONSULTING Build the systems that allow people—and strategy— to perform. Organizational development is not about fixing people. It is about designing the conditions where people can do their best work. We blend strategy, behavioral science, and analytics to align structure, culture, and execution—so results are sustainable, not situational. Schedule a Leadership Strategy Conversation Trusted by CEOs, executive teams, and boards navigating growth, change, and complexity. ORGANIZATIONS WITH WELL-DESIGNED SYSTEMS CONSISTENTLY OUTPERFORM THOSE RELYING ON EFFORT AND INTENT ALONE +60% More idea submissions per employee in positive organizational cultures More creative and innovative organization +70% Of engaged employees are less likely to leave compared to disengaged employees Increased performance and morale +30% Increase in resource effeciency from aligned organizations Faster and reduced operating costs +6x To meet or exceed transformation goals Realized change management and organizational design Is This Work Right for You? This Work Is Designed For You If... Your strategy is clear, but execution breaks down Accountability is unclear or inconsistent across teams Turnover in key roles is rising—especially in high-demand areas Growth has outpaced the systems designed to support it Decisions stall because no one knows where authority sits The goal is building organizational capability—not consultant dependency. This Is Not For You If... Quick fixes or surface-level solutions Off-the-shelf programs that ignore your context Dependency on external consultants Change theater without real behavior change AREAS OF FOCUS Where Organizational Consulting Helps Culture & Accountability Diagnose and strengthen the cultural systems that shape how people lead, decide, and execute. Leadership at Scale Build leadership capability at every level so performance isn't dependent on a few individuals. Strategy Execution Close the gap between strategy and results by aligning structure, roles, and decision authority. Talent Systems & Succession Design systems for hiring, development, and succession that support long-term organizational health. This work goes beyond traditional consulting engagements. Download a one-page overview of how we work with leaders. THE APPROACH How the Work Unfolds A structured, evidence-based process designed to uncover root causes and build lasting solutions. 1. Discover and Define We begin by understanding the organization as it truly operates—not how it is described. Executive interviews, surveys, and data analysis Identification of root causes and systemic constraints Clear articulation of the current state 2. Set Direction We translate insight into focus. Affirmatively framed objectives Measurable outcomes aligned to enterprise strategy Clear definition of “what must be true” for success 3. Design & Hypothesis Grounded in research and experience, we design the future state. Practical hypotheses for improvement Multiple solution paths considered Stakeholder perspectives are intentionally integrated 4. Test & Learn We reduce risk by learning before scaling. Pilots, experiments, and prototypes Data collection through observation and measurement Rapid feedback loops 5. Analyze & Decide We let evidence guide action. Evaluation of results against hypotheses Identification of patterns and insights Clear conclusions grounded in data 6. Implement & Sustain Execution is where most strategies fail. We stay engaged. Hands-on partnership through implementation Capability transfer to leaders and teams Ongoing monitoring and course correction Reducing organizational confusion to unlock growth and innovation A technology and engineering organization entering a new growth phase experienced confusion around roles, workflows, and decision authority. The organization's structure no longer aligned with its strategy or culture. Through systematic diagnosis and redesign, the engagement delivered improved clarity around roles and accountability, faster execution, reduced turnover, and sustained year-over-year growth. "Jeff has a calm style and gets to understand problems at a systems level. He then works to fix the right things, not the symptoms. I'd highly recommend him to any company looking to take their organizational talent to the next level." — President & Founder, Technology & Engineering Firm View More Leadership Stories Dr. Jeff Doolittle Human Capital Consultant & Leadership Advisor Over 25 years of experience working with Fortune 500 executives and complex organizations to align strategy, culture, and performance. A former senior organizational development and talent leader across multiple industries, he brings a research-grounded, systems-level approach to leadership and organizational effectiveness. He holds a Doctorate in Strategic Leadership and is the author of Life-Changing Leadership Habits. Known for eevating leaders and empowering organizational effectiveness. Serving Grand Rapids & West Michigan Many leaders ask how this work compares to other consulting options. For a concise overview of my approach, download this 1-page summary. YOUR TRUSTED EXTERNAL ADVISOR Why Partner with an External Consultant We have worked with startups, mid-market firms, and Fortune-level organizations—solving challenges such as: Lack of “ready-now” leadership talent Low employee or customer engagement Strategy confusion and execution drift Change resistance and slow response Inefficient or bureaucratic talent systems Merger and acquisition integration Character & Credibility Our consultants bring both functional depth and leadership maturity—the combination required to work effectively with senior leaders. Fresh Perspective We provide an objective, research-grounded view so leaders can move faster with confidence. Cost Effectiveness You gain access to deep expertise when you need it—without carrying permanent overhead. PEOPLE - PROFIT - PURPOSE ALIGNMENT SYSTEM Designing Organizations That Thrive A framework for boards and senior leaders to navigate growth, transition, and organizational complexity—designed to elevate people, profit, and purpose. FEEDBACK LOOPS The "engine" of the model — when these loops are aligned, performance compounds. When they're misaligned, you get friction, firefighting, and drift. Rewards → Culture What gets rewarded becomes normalized behavior. Processes → Learning Predictable cadence increases feedback quality, improves decisions, strengthens performance, raises confidence and engagement. Structure → Decision Speed Clear decision rights reduce delays, improving execution, building trust, reinforcing culture. People → Culture Leadership habits model expectations; expectations shape behavior; behavior becomes culture. How Aligned Is Your Organization? You can not change what you don't understand. Learn more and receive a free personalized report. Start The Assessment Frequently Asked Questions How is organizational consulting different from coaching? Organizational consulting focuses on systems—structure, roles, processes, and accountability. Coaching focuses on the leader. Consulting is most effective when performance issues persist beyond individual behavior. Why do capable teams still struggle to execute strategy? Capable teams struggle when an absence of trust exists, priorities compete, decision rights are unclear, or systems send mixed signals. Execution breaks down when alignment—not talent—is the limiting factor. How do you fix performance problems at the system level? System-level performance improves by clarifying expectations, simplifying decision paths, aligning incentives, and removing structural barriers. This creates conditions where people can perform consistently. How do you improve accountability without damaging culture? Accountability improves when expectations are clear, ownership is shared, and leaders model consistency. When accountability with empowerment is built into systems rather than enforced through pressure, trust and performance rise together. Who offers organizational consulting in Southwest Michigan? Organizational Talent Consulting works with leadership teams and organizations in Southwest Michigan and across the U.S., helping leaders improve alignment, accountability, and execution. Partner Next Step If you’re navigating leadership complexity and want a thoughtful, evidence-based partner, the best place to start is a conversation. Executive coaching and organizational consulting grounded in evidence-based leadership, systems thinking, and practical application. Start a Strategy Conversation Trending Organizational Development Insights Recommended F or You When Growth Turns Strong Leaders Into Bottlenecks Growth brings more customers, employees, locations, revenue, products, markets, decisions, and relationships. It also brings more risk. Hiring the Right Executive Is Only the Beginning Why the transition after the hire can determine whether a great executive becomes a great leader The Leadership Risk That Begins After the Decision Leaders worry about making the wrong decision. But some of the greatest leadership risks emerge after they make the right one. 7 Characteristics of Teams That Consistently Make Better Decisions The hidden risk may be your executive team's decision architecture—not your analytics. Two executive teams can have access to the same information, comparable analytical capability, and equally experienced leaders, and still reach decisions of very different quality. That gap has economic consequences. Research on group decision-making shows that when the best decision depends on combining insights, groups are far less likely to identify the optimal answer. The difference is Our Organizational Talent Consulting Guarantee We stand behind our work and the outcomes we commit to together. If we do not meet the agreed-upon objectives, we will refund 100% of our fees.

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Get to know Jeff Doolittle and Learn About a Simple and Proven GROW Model Executive Coaching Approach to Bring Out Your Best. DR. JEFF DOOLITTLE Executive Coach BIO Schedule a Leadership Strategy Conversation DOWNLOAD BIO Dr. Jeff Doolittle is an executive coach and human capital consultant who specializes in elevating leaders and empowering organizational excellence. With over 25 years of experience partnering with Fortune 500 executives and global organizations, Jeff has a reputation for developing high-trust relationships and leveraging people insights and the latest research to challenge the status quo and create measured growth. Before starting Organizational Talent Consulting, Jeff held executive talent management and organizational development roles within multiple industries, such as pharma manufacturing, healthcare, retail, food service, and distribution. In these for-profit and non-profit organizations, he led a range of human capital transformation initiatives in support of strategic goals such as: Culture Building Employee Experience Leadership Competency Frameworks Organizational Design Performance Improvement Succession and Workforce Planning Strategic Planning Jeff received his Doctorate in Strategic Leadership from Regent University and his MBA from Olivet Nazarene University. He is an International Coaching Federation executive coach and holds advanced certifications in leadership assessment, performance management, and strategic workforce planning. Dr. Doolittle is also the author of Life-Changing Leadership Habits: 10 Proven Principles That Will Elevate People, Profit, and Purpose. Outside of his professional endeavors, Jeff enjoys spending time with his family hiking and scuba diving. He lives with his wife in Byron Center, MI, where he started a community service organization that has helped hundreds of people recover from life’s hurts, habits, and hang-ups. WHY I COACH I believe we are all created with unique gifts that can change the world, and I enjoy helping bring out the best in others. In my career, I have had the opportunity to receive an excellent education and experience firsthand some great coaches and leaders. It’s a privilege to give back what I have received. I believe your relationships make a difference in the life you live and your career; emotions and performance are contagious, and we are all more effective when we have a coach. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT I will provide a safe, fun, inspirational, and challenging environment optimal for personal growth. What is shared with me stays with me, and I will always have your personal and professional goals as my goal. We will use the GROW model coaching approach and, as needed, powerful assessment insights. We will regularly measure progress to make course corrections and achieve sustainable results. WHAT I EXPECT FROM YOU I expect you will get involved and be willing to consider new ways of thinking. You will be open and honest with me about your personal and professional goals. You will share details that will provide insights into your coaching goals.

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I work with CEOs, boards, executive teams, and high-potential leaders navigating growth, change, and complexity across organizations and industries. Who I Work With I partner with senior leaders who carry enterprise responsibility for results, culture, and long-term direction. My work is most effective when leaders are navigating growth, complexity, transition, or inflection points that demand clearer judgment and stronger systems. Schedule Your Leadership Strategy Conversation Not sure if this applies to you? See what typically changes CEOs & Owners You are accountable for enterprise performance, leadership credibility, and long-term value creation. As organizations grow, the complexity of decision-making, succession, and execution often outpaces existing leadership systems. I work with CEOs and owners who want to strengthen judgment, align their executive teams, and ensure strategy translates into sustained execution. Organizational Talent Consulting partners with CEOs to align leadership behavior, culture, and decision systems so execution keeps pace with ambition. Rapid growth or organizational complexity Leadership team misalignment Succession or ownership transition Strategic clarity without execution traction Learn More: Executive Coaching Strategy & Succession COMMON SITUAIONS I SUPPORT Executive Teams High-performing executive teams are not defined by talent alone—but by shared decision rules, trust, and execution discipline. I work with executive teams to strengthen alignment, clarify roles, and improve how decisions are made and carried out. This work often follows CEO or board sponsorship. Organizational Talent Consulting works with executive teams to surface hidden friction, reset leadership norms, and create operating rhythms that drive accountability and results. COMMON SITUAIONS I SUPPORT Strategic alignment and role clarity Trust, conflict, and accountability Operating cadence and decision frameworks Enterprise mindset vs functional silos Learn More: Executive Team & Board Advisory Organizational Effectiveness Boards I support boards in strengthening governance effectiveness, leadership transitions, and strategic clarity—often in partnership with CEOs and executive teams. My role is advisory and facilitative, helping boards focus on the decisions and systems that matter most. Organizational Talent Consulting helps boards strengthen leadership effectiveness, succession readiness, and enterprise alignment through disciplined assessment and facilitation. CEO transition or succession planning Strategy clarification and risk alignment Board–management role clarity Enterprise-level perspective during inflection points Learn More: Strategy & Succession Executive Coach Grand Rapids COMMON SITUAIONS I SUPPORT Who this work is not for This work is not designed for leaders looking for quick fixes, motivational events, or transactional training. It is best suited for senior leaders willing to examine how leadership habits, culture, and systems shape results over time. Not Sure Where You Fit? A short strategy conversation can help determine whether coaching, consulting, or another approach is the right next step. Start a Leadership Strategy Conversation Not Sure Where You Fit Frequently Asked Questions Do you work only with CEOs? No. While many engagements begin with CEOs or owners, this work often includes executive teams and boards—typically with senior leadership sponsorship. Does your work focus more on coaching or consulting? Is this work industry-specific? When is this work most effective?

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The timeline and topics include: Session 1: Launch & The Fundamentals Session 2: Loving Followers +Servant Leadership +Humility +Reinforcing performance Session 3: Focussing on Strengths +Reward and Recognition +Strengths thinking Session 4: Embracing Data-Driven Decisions +Data-driven Oriented +Analytical organization Session 5: Maximizing Purpose Self-awareness +Leadership Purpose +Effective delegation Session 6: Living in balance +Managing job expectations +Self care +Enhancing community +Work-life boundary management Session 7: Excelling in Management +Active listening +Creating influence +Empowering others +Partnering Session 8: Managing difficult conversations +Being vulnerable +Managing conflict +Focsuing on what matters most Session 9: Being trustworthy +Being credible +Being reliable +Being transparent Session 10: Embracing failure +Learning mindset +Supporting failure Session 11: Thinking strategically +Being farsighted +Inclusive strategic thinking Session 12: Overcoming common challenges & Closing APPLY NOW Executive Coaching with Dr. Jeff Doolittle Executive coaching is a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires you to maximize your personal and professional potential. 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Life-Changing Leadership Habits ($27.00 value) Dr. Jeff Doolittle's award-winning book, Life-Changing Leadership Habits: 10 Proven Principles That Will Elevate People, Profit, and Purpose , offers a proven approach to achieving success and significance in life and work. It’s an everyday guide on how to lead in ways that life-changing habits emerge and bad habits disappear. How it Works Apply to join a Life-Changing Leadership Habits Mastermind cohort Begin your journey and create a personal leadership development plan using 10 proven principles and our transformational tools APPLY NOW Have questions? Schedule a call to sepak with a member of our team. Be your best, and become the leader you want to be and your organization needs you to be How is Life-Changing Leadership Habits Mastermind different from other leadership development programs? Life-Changing Leadership Habits is for executive leaders and business owners who want to accelerate their growth at a rapid pace alongside fellow leaders with the support of a highly qualified and experienced strategic leadership guide, Dr. Jeff Doolittle. The focus is on developing habits that become ingrained in your daily routine, influencing your actions, decisions, and relationships over the long term. You won't find a more practical program that leverages insights from you and the latest research to elevate your leadership and empower organizational excellence. APPLY NOW Build your Life-Changing Leadership Habits plan that will Elevate People, Profit, and Purpose By the end of this mastermind program, you'll... Have a plan to elevate your leadership and empower organizational excellence. Grow your confidence in knowing exactly what to work on to get the best leadership results for your career and your organization. Have a long-term plan to ensure your lasting success and significance. Life-Changing Leadership Habits Mastermind includes... 18 hours of leadership development in the curriculum ($3,500 value) 2 hours of one-to-one executive coaching with Dr. Jeff Doolittle ($600 value) Access to the exclusive mastermind community ($500 value) An executive 360 leadership survey and debrief ($750 value) 1% better act fast resources for the 10 proven principles ($250 value) Autographed copy of Life-Changing Leadership Habits ($27 value ) TOTAL VALUE: $5,627 Two Ways to Get Life-Changing Leadership Habits Mastermind 6 MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF $699 Va lue: $5 ,627 Save $1,433 (25 .5%) APPLY NOW *Interested in training your team of 10 or more? Let's talk ONE-TIME PAYMENT OF $2,795 Va lue: $5 ,627 Save $2,832 (50 .3%) APPLY NOW *Interested in training your team of 10 or more? Let's talk Love it or Leave it The Life-Changing Leadership Habits Mastermind is a community. It's not a hostage situation. 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Life-Changing Leadership Mastermind is a one-time purchase of $2,795 or monthly of $699 for 6 months. Can I go through at a different pace? The Life-Changing Leadership Mastermind is run as a single cohort and as such we all progress through the content at a reasonable pace together. How will I interact with others in the Life-Changing Leadership Mastermind community? Enrolling in Life-Changing Leadership Mastermind gives you exclusive access to a VIP community. Post questions and comment on others’ posts to get real-time support from other leaders committed to building better leadership habits. The Mastermind community is designed to support you as you build your development plan and build Life-Changing Leadership Habits.

A focused executive coaching package for CEOs and senior leaders. Diagnose what's holding execution back and leave with a practical 30–60 day action plan. EXECUTIVE COACHING PACKAGE Leadership Breakthrough Package A focused, confidential coaching experience for CEOs and senior leaders to diagnose what's really holding execution back—and leave with a practical 30–60 day action plan. PAY FOR THE BREAKTHROUGH PACKAGE Already purchased? Schedule now ↓ Secure checkout · Takes about a minute · You'll schedule immediately after payment Doctorate in Strategic Leadership · 25+ years · Author of Life-Changing Leadership Habits OUTCOMES What You'll Walk Away With A clear diagnosis of the leadership constraint slowing results (clarity, alignment, habits, or execution) A 30–60-90 day action plan with 3–5 "next right moves" Your leadership habit focus plan based on assessment insights Practical decision + communication habits you can apply immediately Optional: a coaching roadmap if you want to continue beyond the package IDEAL FIT This Is for You If… You're carrying high-stakes decisions and want clarity fast Execution is slowing because alignment is breaking down You're stepping into (or navigating) a bigger role and want a trusted outside mirror You want structured coaching—not generic encouragement This is not ideal if… You're looking for therapy, crisis counseling, or a done-for-you consulting project. THE PACKAGE What's Included Session 1 (60 minutes) Diagnostic + outcomes + context mapping Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment Behavioral drives + leadership implications Life-Changing Leadership Habits Assessment Identify the habits shaping your leadership right now Session 4 (60 minutes) Debrief, integration, 30–60-90 day action plan Strategy Map - Written synthesis A concise action summary (1–2 pages) *Minimal busywork. High signal. Designed for executives with limited time. SIMPLE PROCESS How It Works Step 1 — Pay Complete payment through Wave using the button below. It's fast, secure, and takes about a minute. Step 2 — Schedule Book your first session using the calendar on this page. Your second session will be scheduled at the end of Session 1. PAY FOR THE BREAKTHROUGH PACKAGE PROOF OF IMPACT What Leaders Experience After a Breakthrough Session Faster, more confident decisions on strategic priorities Reduced friction and fewer execution breakdowns Clearer expectations and accountability across key stakeholders A leadership habit focus that makes change stick "Jeff has a way of creating space that makes growth possible even when it's uncomfortable. I'm so grateful for his impact on my leadership this year." Executive Leader · West Michigan Senior Leader Transition New senior leader transition Clarified decision rights and stakeholder expectations Regained momentum and reduced team friction. Scaling Without Chaos Rapid growth straining culture Aligned the leadership team on priorities and communication rhythms Sustainable execution through the next growth phase. Growth Without Chaos CEO navigating increased board scrutiny Sharpened strategic narrative and stakeholder management approach Elevated credibility and board confidence. PRICING Investment The Leadership Breakthrough Session is a fixed-scope executive coaching package. Payment is completed first, and scheduling happens immediately after. PAY FOR THE BREAKTHROUGH PACKAGE Questions before purchasing? Book a Leadership Strategy Conversation. BOOK NOW Step 2 — Schedule Your First Session After you've completed payment, schedule your first session below. You'll receive brief prep instructions and both assessment links immediately after booking. If the scheduler doesn't load, use this link. Leadership Session Calendar Frequently Asked Questions Is the Leadership Breakthrough Session confidential? Yes, the leadership breakthrough session is fully confidential. All session content, assessments, and coaching materials remain strictly between us. Do I need to commit to ongoing coaching after the Leadership Breakthrough Session package? No. This package is designed to stand alone. If there's mutual fit and you want to continue, we'll discuss optional next steps after Session 2. When do I complete the assessments? You'll receive both links immediately after you schedule your first session. Please complete them at least 24 hours before Session 1. What should I bring to Session 1 of the Leadership Breakthrough? One priority challenge you want to solve in the next 30-60-90 days, and any context that helps (key stakeholders, constraints, and what you've tried). Ready for Clarity and Momentum? Two focused sessions. Two world-class assessments. One action plan built for how you actually lead. PAY FOR THE BREAKTHROUGH PACKAGE