Program Specifics and Course Outline

OUR COACHING AND FACILITATION STYLE

We believe in holistic coaching, which means that mental and physical wellness has a place at work. We make sure to incorporate reflection and self-inquiry into our methods. Our classes will be a ‘flipped classroom’ approach, where we give you content before session to read and digest, and then bring questions and time to practice and apply the content in our meetings.

WHO IS THIS FOR?

We built this for new[ish] team leads or managers who haven’t had much formal leadership training or are facing challenges they’d like to improve upon.

If you aren’t in the tech space, you can still inquire and meet with us to see if it would meet your goals.

If you aren’t a manager yet, but are working towards a promotion, you are also welcome to inquire.

*This is also a queer and gender identity affirming space, and welcomes all diverse backgrounds, identities, and learning styles. We try our best to accommodate neurodivergent learners and requests to ensure successful experiences.*

TOPICS COVERED IN THE COURSE

• Understanding Diverse Leadership Styles

• Effective Feedback, Communication & Conflict Resolution

• Transparency & Building Psychological Safety

• Inclusion & Building a Sense of Belonging

• Change Management

• Understanding ROI for Strategic Presentations

• Confidence, Executive Presence, and Self-Advocacy

• Burnout Prevention

• Context Switching & Time Management

• Habit Transformation and Decision Making Frameworks

• Bringing it All Together (Seeing the Big Picture)

FAQ & POLICIES

What’s included in the cost of the program?

• Educational content

• 6 Live virtual group sessions

• 2 1:1 individualized leadership coaching sessions

• Access to a growing community of like-minded professionals (Slack channel)

What is the refund policy? What if life happens?

Prior to program start, 75% refunds can be granted.

After program start date, if you need to withdraw or drop for any reason, you will be granted enrollment into a future cohort of your choice. No refunds will be possible at that time, only transfer.

What if there aren’t enough participants?

We will run this program with a minimum of 4 participants. If we don’t meet that, you will be notified and you can either delay to the next cohort start date, or will be offered a full refund.

Meet Your Facilitators

Laura Holt [She/Her] is a leadership workshop facilitator and coach in Denver with 10+ years of public speaking experience. Drawing from her extensive experience in nonprofit, corporate, and tech startup settings, including team management, Laura brings vibrant energy and practical advice to all her workshops. She holds a Master's degree in Global Education and is trained in Corporate Sponsored Coaching.

Andrew Whitson [He/They] is a coach and consultant and is finishing his PhD in Industrial Organizational Psychology at Walden University. They spent 12+ years advising students and professionals in both higher ed and technical bootcamps, helping them to achieve their career goals. They have a Master’s in Organizational Leadership and Development from University of the Rockies and currently reside in Maryland.

Testimonials

“I recently had the absolute pleasure of working with Laura…her real-world experience in  coaching technology professions naturally shows through her recommendations. If you’re looking for someone who is highly competent, passionate about what they do, easy to get along with, willing to invest in your success, and an all-around great person, I cannot recommend Laura enough.”- Wesley, Sr. Engineering Manager

“I value Laura's expertise and have been thrilled with the tangible results from putting her recommendations in place.” - Bradley, Technical Product Manager

“I have had the pleasure of working alongside Andrew in a classroom setting and now as a self-employed individual in education. Andrew is an empathetic coach who has a passion for helping others in need. He is thorough, organized, kind, and focused on excellent outcomes for his clients.” -Orlando, Technical Program Designer