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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.

Organizational Talent Consulting offers various (in-person and virtual) leadership training solutions to elevate leaders and empower organizational excellence. Workshops That Elevate People, Profit, & Purpose Highly actionable learning in engaging and interactive environments DOWNLOAD COURSE CATALOG In-Person Live Online Company Solutions In-Person In-Person Training Challenge yourself and expand your influence in an experiential learning environment. FIND IN-PERSON COURSES In an in-person training course, you'll... 1 Learn proven proven principles that will elevate people, profit, and purpose in life and work A certified Organizational Talent Consulting instructor teaches you the latest leadership research principles that are field-tested and highly-actionable. 2 Apply transformational tools 3 Learn from a community of growth-minded leaders Each course is designed to build life-changing leadership habits, and after you finish, you’ll have the competence and confidence needed to start seeing results. Through the interactive course design, you’ll connect with and learn from a group. Enroll in an in-person course today BROWSE IN-PERSON COURSES Live Onliine Training Fast-paced exercises, engaging breakout discussions, and leadership content based on the latest research with no travel costs FIND LIVE ONLINE COURSES Live Online Picture an instructor-led live online training experience... Enroll in a live online course today BROWSE LIVE ONLINE COURSES Company Solutions Unlock the full power of your organization's talent to increase revenue, avoid costly mistakes, and grow your business by bringing out the best in your workforce. SCHEDULE A CALL Compay Solutions Personalize in-person, online, or bring on-site a leadership development course 1 Schedule a meeting Help us understand your specific needs and goals so we can determine your best next steps. 2 Deliver the plan We assess and analyze your situation, provide deep insights, and collaborate on a comprehensive, personalized transformational training plan. 3 Learn - Change - Thrive No matter your need, Organizational Talent Consulting partners with you to realize the full potential of a committed, engaged, well-equipped team armed with the tools, attributes, and behaviors required to elevate people, profit, and purpose. Let's work together SCHEDULE A MEETING

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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?

Leadership development assessments that provide insight into behavior, strengths, and growth areas to support executive coaching and leadership development. Enhance performance and development, improve fit and alignment, and achieve stronger leadership and team dynamics with proven assessment solutions and services. Assessments That Fast Track Your Success SCHEDULE A MEETING DOWNLOAD ASSESSMENT BROCHURE You want a positive culture and productive work environment where employees are better suited for their roles and perform more effectively, and leadership is equipped to manage and develop teams for optimal performance. But when you're guessing at how ... You increase your odds of creating misaligned teams that reduce productivity and increase conflicts, and a lack of synergy within teams. You experience leadership gaps that negatively impact the overall direction and success of the company. Turnover increases and morale decreases resulting in low employee commitment and engagement. That means inefficiencies, reduced employee engagement, a lack of direction, and missed opportunities for growth and improvement within the organization. You don’t have to waste your time and resources when already-proven assessments provide insights for individuals, teams, and organizations. Organization Talent Consulting assessment solutions are the easy button for leaders and business owners who are serious about people data and insights. SCHEDULE A MEETING Have questions? Schedule a call to sepak with a member of our team. PERSONALIZED ASSESSMENT SERVICES Individual Assessments Understanding yourself is the first step towards achieving your goals. That's why we offer cutting-edge Individual Assessments tailored just for you. Invest in yourself or empower your team with our individual assessments. Team Assessments Elevate your team's performance to new heights. Cohesive, aligned, and empowered teams are the backbone of successful organization. Our assessments are proven to unlock the full potential of your team. SCHEDULE A MEETING Organizational Assessments People data is the foundation of people intelligence and organizational effectiveness. Our Organization Assessments are designed to be a catalyst for transformative change, providing comprehensive insights to drive strategic decision-making and foster a healthy culture. Have questions? Schedule a call to sepak with a member of our team. Many of our assessment engagements support executive coaching work with CEOs and senior leaders in Grand Rapids and West Michigan. Our Assessment Partners Using Organizational Talent Consulting Assessments, You'll... 1 Optimize hiring and team dynamics Make better hiring decisions, ensuring a cultural fit and alignment with job requirements. 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It is essential to understand the: • degree of reliability (i.e., consistency) • validity (i.e., the accuracy of interpretation) • fairness (i.e., equivalence across different populations) • type of feedback (group norms or self-reported) The assessments we offer are not just intuitive; they're grounded in extensive research and data analysis. We continuously review and update our selection of assessments based on the latest research in psychology, leadership, and organizational development. SCHEDULE A MEETING Robust Reporting Discover the transformative difference that data-driven insights can make on your journey to success. Our assessments don't just collect data; they transform raw data into clear, actionable insights. They help you identify trends, strengths, and growth areas at a glance, giving you the strategic advantage you need. Information is powerful, but actionable intelligence is transformational. Our reports deliver insights you can act on immediately. Leverage the data to make informed decisions that propel you forward on your personal or organizational path to success. SCHEDULE A MEETING Debrief and Goal Planning with Experts We don't just provide assessments; we offer a transformative experience. It doesnt matter if you know where you are if you dont know where you are going and how to get there. Our commitment goes beyond insights; it extends to personalized debriefs and goal-planning seasoned experts. Here's why our approach sets us apart: Insightful Debriefs: Unravel the depth of your assessment results. Gain a nuanced understanding of your strengths, areas for growth, and how to leverage them effectively. Personalized Guidance: No two individuals or organizations are alike, and neither are our debrief sessions. Benefit from tailored discussions that address your context, challenges, and aspirations. Strategic Goal Planning: Move beyond insights to actionable strategies. 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An executive mastermind for CEOs and senior leaders focused on clarity, accountability, and life-changing leadership habits through peer learning and reflection. Get a 10-step plan to elevate your organization and leadership through cohort webinars and coaching, enhanced self-awareness, and an exclusive community. Life-Changing Leadership Habits Mastermind APPLY NOW YOUR INVITATION Your top fear as an executive is failure, which c an have significant repercussions for your career and the organization you lead. But, without a proven plan to elevate people, profit, and purpose, that’s exactly what will happen. When you're guessing at how to lead... You feel trapped "fire fighting" the urgent and important pressing issues. You waste time and money on strategies that don't work. You feel guilty about not being able to make a bigger positive impact. And that means a lack of work-life balance, constantly worrying about success, and not feeling confident about the future. You shouldn’t have to waste your time trying a million things to get more out of work and life when there are already proven leadership principles that will work for you. Life-Changing Leadership Habits Mastermind is the easy button for busy executive leaders and business owners who are serious about striving for better leadership habits. APPLY NOW Have questions? Schedule a call to sepak with a member of our team. Life-Changing Leadership Habits Mastermind In the Life-Changing Leadership Habits Mastermind, you'll... Start Now 1 Establish a proven plan that will elevate your leadership and empower organizational excellence Over six months, we'll leverage behavioral data and the latest strategic leadership research to enhance your self-awareness and empower you with 10 proven leadership principles and better leadership habits. JOIN NOW 2 Start seeing results right away Each step in the program is designed to maximize your life-changing leadership habits, and after you finish, you’ll have a comprehensive plan, saving you time and benefiting from new insights. 3 Learn from a community of growth-minded leaders Through the exclusive invitation-only mastermind community, you’ll join a cohort of peers you can connect with, learn from, and partner with to share best practices over the course of 6 months. APPLY NOW Have questions? Schedule a call to sepak with a member of our team. What you get in Life-Changing Leadership Habits Mastermind 18+ hours of Leadership Development & Group Coaching to Completely Overhaul Leadership Habits. Membership gives you access to 12 highly interactive and bite-sized virtual leadership development and group coaching sessions that are 90 minutes in length. The training and coaching sessions include deep-dive learning content, issue management interactive discussion, and actionable steps on 10 proven principles, 28 virtues of life-changing leadership, and habit formation. 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. As a Life-Changing Leadership Habits Mastermind member, you’ll get two one-to-one 60-minute sessions with Dr. Jeff Doolittle, debriefing your program assessment reports and creating a robust development plan. APPLY NOW Access to the Members-Only Mastermind Community Are you eager to connect with other leaders on their journey to Life-Changing Leadership Habits? With the members-only Mastermind Community, you’ll get 24/7 access to our private forum, where you can connect with other leaders you can relate to and get insights from your cohort peers and Dr. Jeff Doolittle. You’ll finish Life-Changing Leadership Mastermind with total clarity about where you're starting, where you're going, and how you’re going to get there. APPLY NOW 360 Executive Leadership Survey We all see the world from our point of view. However, leading with a limited point of view creates potential blind spots and distortions that can seriously jeopardize goals and derail careers. At the start of the program, you will complete the Life-Changing Leadership Habits 360 Executive Survey and receive a one-to-one debrief on your assessment results. APPLY NOW 1% Better Act Fast Resources Often, the biggest barrier to creating Life-Changing Leadership Habits is NOT needing to create more desire for better habits. The answer can be found in greater awareness of proven principles and practical tools that busy leaders can successfully apply. Becoming 1% better every day means focusing on small steps you can take today to get one step closer to where you want to be tomorrow. As a Life-Changing Leadership Habits Mastermind member, you’ll get access to resources designed to help you get 1% better every day. APPLY NOW Plus, a Bonus gift... An autographed copy of... 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. You can leave anytime at no additional cost. If you leave and you are unable to rejoin for 12 months, you are eligible for a pro-rated refund. Let us walk you through the mastermind program. If you're wondering if Life-Changing Leadership Habits Mastermind is... Relevant to your business and situation Easy to access and apply? Full of new and valuable content to help you elevate your leadership and empower organizational excellence? The answer is YES, but don't just guess. Schedule a call to walk through the program so you can see exactly what you'll get when you join. SCHEDULE AN INQUIRY CALL FAQs Does the Life-Changing Leadership Mastermind work for any industry? Yes! the Life-Changing Leadership Mastermind will work for any industry, and our one-to one coaching ensures you get the help you need to apply the leadership frameworks to your specific business and industry. How much does it cost? 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

Is your organization healthy? Take this 10-minute self-guided health check to find out. The Organizational Health Check is for business owners, executives, and team leaders with talent challenges they are unable to solve on their own. Your report includes proven, simple, custom, and transformational strategies. Are you having an organizational talent crisis? Take this 20-minute business health check to get out of crisis mode fast. GET STARTED NOW Scroll Working on Organizational Talent Health Works! Performance Health Your employees support your business goals rather than derail them. Selection Health The right people in the right positions at the right time to support business growth. Development Health Empowered and motivated employees with the skills and knowledge to drive better business performance Sustainability Health Your talent investments pursue your organization's vision. Enablement Health Your workplace has a welcoming environment that takes advantage of all people's skills, knowledge, and abilities. GET STARTED NOW How does it work How does it work? STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 CLARIFY CRITICAL FOCUS AREAS TAKE THE QUIZ IMPLEMENT PROVEN STRATEGIES Take 20-minutes to complete the self-guided health check quiz. Once you submit the intake form you are provided a link to complete the quiz. You don't need anything you don't already know. Just answer the questions as best you can with what you already know. An organizational talent consultant will review your responses and prepare an easy-to-understand one-page report (sample report ). This report provides a snapshot of your organization's overall health and specific areas for improvement. The report will be emailed with an optional invite for a 20-minute debrief with a talent consultant. The debrief covers your questions and proven transformational recommendations. The fee for the report, recommendations, and the debrief is only $199. There are never any shortcuts to success. Realizing the benefits of the health check requires putting your plan into action. If needed, we will partner with you to turn your aspirations into an advantage to achieve the greatest positive impact. GET STARTED NOW Your Best Choice for Organizational Consulting THE ORGANIZATIONAL TALENT HEALTH CHECK It is for business owners, leaders, and human resource professionals wanting to make better decisions avoid costly mistakes and increase revenue. GET STARTED NOW TAKE THE HEALTH CHECK NOW Working on organizational talent health works. It’s good for your people and for your bottom line. Take the Test Do you want us to bring out the best in your organization? YES, I WANT TO THRIVE NO, I HAVE ENOUGH SUCCESS

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Find out if remote online coaching is right for you? 4 virtual & in-person executive coaching services in MI that benefit personal development and career goals. Personalized Remote Online Coaching & In-Person Coaching Services in MI EXECUTIVE CAOCHING CAREER COACHING LEADERSHIP COACHING EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE COACHING DOWNLOAD COACHING BROCHURE Executive Coaching Highly personalized one-to-one coaching helps top talent leverage their strengths and core competencies with context-driven support. A typical executive coaching program lasts 12-months or longer. Individuals are assessed with a custom battery of instruments to guide the coaching as appropriate. Additionally, executive coaching can involve a three-way relationship between the coach, HR leader, and the individual’s manager. The assessment battery includes the following 10 assessments: Temperament, Personality, Interpersonal & Group Effectiveness, Personality Influence and Development, Stress Source Profile, Leadership & Situational Effectiveness, Conflict Approach, Leadership and Influence Style, Decision Style, and Management Philosophy. SCHEDULE A CONVERSATION Executive Coaching Career Coaching Career Coaching For individuals in career transition or considering making a career change. Coaching improves individual career outcomes by focusing on direction, reflection, feedback, and accountability in the career transition process. Program lengths vary by complexity and personal goals. A typical program includes three coaching sessions and resources to support your successful transition. SCHEDULE A CONVERSATION Leadership Coaching This solution is a 3- to 6-month program tailored to address specific leadership business goals and needs. It can include building relationships, motivating others, or emotional intelligence skills. Coaching consists of a leadership 360 that can be repeated at no cost after one year to measure growth and course-correct as needed. A typical program includes nine coaching sessions, pre-post leadership 360 assessment, feedback, and a leadership style inventory. SCHEDULE A CONVERSATION Leadeship Coaching Emotional Intelligence Coaching Emotional Intelligence Coaching Emotional intelligence coaching is a 3-month program for high-potentials, emerging leaders, and anyone looking to become more self-aware and more effective in relationships. Coaching includes temperament and personality profiles to pinpoint where development should be focused. A typical program, includes nine coaching sessions, resources, and temperament and personality profiles. SCHEDULE A CONVERSATION The GROW Model Coaching Process Current evidence-based research supports various psychological approaches to coaching, such as cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, strength-based, and GROW. While each of these approaches is similar, the GROW model is a popular coaching approach. Given the ultimate goal of coaching is related to change within you, the process centers on using essential questions and client-centered critical thinking to invoke self-awareness and personal responsibility. The GROW model represents a journey that begins with clarifying the goal that is both inspiring and challenging to you. Then the following step involves exploring the current reality considering barriers between the current state and desired future. The next step consists of exploring options based on the principle that imagination creates breakthroughs. The final step is clarifying your will and the way forward. It involves defining specific timebound actions with the commitment, accountability, and reporting to lead to transformation. You ultimately choose what decisions to make and which steps to take to meet your goals. Virtual Coaching Is Virtual Coaching Right for You? TAKE THE QUIZ A technology-facilitated partnership between a coach and client to maximize the clients' personal and professional potential. The Added Benefits of Virtual Coaching Virtual coaching offers added convenience, service, and support benefits over traditional face-to-face coaching: Accessibility is likely one of the most significant benefits associated with virtual coaching , especially during a pandemic. Technology enables the coach and client to connect, whether in different places within the same building or worldwide. Availability improves, enabling the coach to be brought into just-in-time and rapid response needs or unique situations like cross-cultural needs. Virtual coaching allows the coach to increase the number of clients they can support at one time. Also, both the coach and client benefit from the flexibility and administrative ease in scheduling. Affordability improves through reduced travel and associated time out of the office costs. Access to resources improves through digital access to tools supporting goal setting, coaching preparation, and progress tracking. The coaching relationship's evaluation improves through the ease of tracking commitments, satisfaction, strengths, opportunities, and trends both on an individual client level and at an aggregate organizational level. Virtual Coaching Our Coaching Guarantee We’re so confident you’ll love our coaching services and experience growth, we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If we do not meet your objective, we will refund your full fees. Connect with Jeff Doolittle EXECUTIVE COACH BIO Ready to maximize your potential? Hi, I'm Dr. Jeff Doolittle . I'm determined to make your personal and professional goals a reality. My only question is, are you? BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY NOW COACHING BENEFITS YES, I WANT TO THRIVE NO, I HAVE ENOUGH SUCCESS Do you want to thrive?