The Role of Coaching in Transformational Leadership

The Role of Coaching in Transformational Leadership Recently, we have talked quite a bit about transformational leadership as a way to keep up with a complex and volatile business environment. Instead of trying to maintain the status quo, transformational leaders are the visionaries, motivating their teams and inspiring innovation.  Many of you have asked about […]

Becoming a Transformational Leader

Becoming a Transformational Leader Throughout the month, we have made the case for transformational leadership in this ever-changing world. That naturally begs the question: What is a transformational leader, and how do I become one? Below, we explore the essential elements of the Transformational Leadership Framework as we dig deeper into what it takes to […]

Navigating Change: The Need for Transformational Leadership

Navigating Change: The Need for Transformational Leadership Is the transactional leadership model working? The modern-day business landscape isn’t what it used to be. With technology at the forefront, we’re capable of things we never dreamed possible as children. And with the unprecedented impact of global disruptions, it truly is a brave new world.  But is […]

Transformational Leadership for Modern Times

Transformational Leadership for Modern Challenges Are you ready for the VUCA world? The business world we now operate in is Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous (VUCA) (to say the least!) As traditional leadership models become increasingly obsolete, the old hierarchies and transactional approaches we relied on are no longer effective.  So, how do we thrive […]

Don’t Give Up: Mid-Year Pep Talk

Don’t Give Up: Mid-Year Pep Talk The halfway point in the year is a prime opportunity to reflect on your growth and renew your motivation. I salute you if you feel great and you’re checking boxes left and right! And if you feel discouraged, I salute you, too. Remember: you still have six months to […]

Get Set Up for Success

Get Set Up for Success Last week, we discussed several ways to get back on track to your goals if you’ve fallen off the proverbial wagon. I’ve been reflecting since then on the importance of people and place and how those two things are essential ingredients to the recipe for success.  When you optimize your […]

When You’re Not Where You Wanted to Be

When You’re Not Where You Wanted to Be What happens when you’re not where you want to be? If you read my blog last week and thought, “Gosh, I’m behind…” and then felt bad about it, don’t! As a coach, part of my job is holding my clients accountable for their action items. I also […]

Mid-Year Reflection: Let’s Check In on Your Goals

Mid-Year Reflection: Let’s Check In on Your Goals We are saying goodbye (for now) to Mental Health Awareness Month and transitioning into one of my absolute favorite months. June bridges us from the reawakening of spring to the vibrance of summer.  I hope you’re taking time to enjoy the weather – with walks in the […]

The W in G.R.O.W.: Winning

The W in G.R.O.W.: Winning https://ascentim.com/blog/pillars-for-success/Navigating your career and life can often feel like a maze, especially for high-performing leaders with a drive to succeed. There’s a finish line around here somewhere, but we can’t always recognize which turn gets us to the exit and which is a dead end. And unless you can see […]

The O in G.R.O.W.: Overcome Obstacles

The O in G.R.O.W.: Overcome Obstacles Obstacles rear their ugly heads in many ways. When it comes to careers and the clients I coach, however, there are two that feature prominently in so many of my conversations. One is the pervasive influence of the word should. The other is good, old-fashioned fear.  If you’re trying […]