“Leadership is unlocking people’s potential to become better versions of themselves.”

-- Bill Bradley

Stepping into leadership isn't always a smooth transition. New and emerging leaders often face challenges like uncertainty in decision-making, navigating complex team dynamics, building credibility, and balancing new responsibilities all while still trying to find their footing.

Without the right support, talented professionals can get stuck—hesitating instead of leading, reacting instead of guiding, or feeling isolated in moments that demand confidence.

What if you had a partner to help guide you in this new role?

Your Guide to Leadership Growth

The iNStep Approach to Building Leaders

At iNStep Consulting, we approach coaching as a professional partnership rooted in the highest industry standards. We are Certified Professional Coaches (CPC) through the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC), one of the leading International Coaching Federation (ICF)-accredited training programs globally. Our coaching philosophy is guided by the ICF’s core competencies and Code of Ethics ensuring every engagement is grounded in trust, respect, and a proven framework for personal and professional growth.

Coaching, as defined by the ICF, is “partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.” That’s the spirit we bring to every coaching conversation.

At iNStep Consulting, we specialize in coaching leaders, helping you strengthen your presence, sharpen your skills, and navigate challenges with confidence. Our goal is to guide you toward meaningful, lasting growth in both your personal and professional endeavors.

Through thought-provoking questions, targeted strategies, and practical action steps, our coaching pathways are designed to help you build the clarity, confidence, and resilience you need to grow into the kind of leader you're ready to become—and to meet you exactly where you are in your leadership journey.

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Turning Learners into leaders. Turning Growth Into Results.

The Leadership Growth Pathway

Leadership starts with one step.
Choose the step that fits where you are—and where you want to go.

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Leadership Clarity Snapshot

Your First Step Toward Stronger Leadership

This 60-minute consulting call is a low-commitment, high-impact way to get unstuck and move forward. Whether you're navigating a new role, facing team challenges, or unsure what comes next, the Leadership Clarity Snapshot helps you define where you are on your leadership path and what you need next to lead with greater clarity and confidence.

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Leadership QuickStep Program

Build Momentum with Targeted Support

A three-session coaching package designed to tackle specific challenges and build confidence quickly, with actionable takeaways you can apply right away.

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Leadership StepUp Program

Foundations for Confident Leadership

Our signature 9-week leadership development program for new and emerging leaders. StepUp strengthens leadership presence, communication, and strategic thinking.

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Leadership NextStep Program

Sustain Growth through Reflection and Practice

Real leadership growth doesn't happen overnight. NextStep is a six-month, twelve-session coaching experience designed to deepen leadership habits, navigate real-world challenges as they arise, and build the resilience needed for long-term success.

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Leadership LevelUp Program
(Invitation only)

Master the Energy of Leadership

An advanced six-month leadership coaching program integrating the COR.E Leadership Dynamics™ framework. LevelUp is offered by invitation only for leaders who have completed the NextStep Program and are ready for deeper personal mastery. Admittance is based on mutual fit and a conversation with your coach.

"Patient guidance with a focus on genuine growth"

"I worked with Nicole over several months and found her to be a caring, empathic, and savvy coach. She listened deeply to what I said, but also used her intuition to shed light on things I hadn’t noticed about myself. We focused on challenges across leadership and personal topics and Nicole flexed seamlessly regardless of the subject matter. She showed great patience and held space for me to think, process, and come up with solutions and next steps that felt genuine to where I was in my journey. I can’t thank Nicole enough for the support and coaching she provided during this pivotal time in my life and career."

Liz

Communications Leader & Coach
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Chicago, IL
"Focused support for achieving goals and clarity"

"Working with Nicole has been a truly enriching experience. Her expertise in leadership coaching and her insightful intellect helped me gain clarity on my goals and professional journey in ways I couldn’t have predicted. She guided me with focus and care, drawing on her extensive experience to help me navigate my career path with confidence. I’m incredibly grateful for her support and highly recommend her to anyone looking to define/achieve their goals and gain a sense of clarity that is empowering.  Thanks, Nicole!"

Wade

CEO
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SteadyBetter
"You immediately feel connected and comfortable."

“Nicole is an amazing coach and supported me as I worked through challenges with setting up my business. She helped me evaluate my priorities to stay on track and has an exceptional way of uncovering alternative perspectives when I was feeling overwhelmed. There is something about Nicole that makes you immediately feel connected and comfortable. I'm so fortunate that I had Nicole as my coach!”

Summer

Change Management Professional
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Chicago, IL
"Guides growth with compassion and accountability"

"Nicole’s empathy created a safe space where I was able to be vulnerable as she helped me explore what was holding me back from having greater success with building healthier habits, unlocking insights and self awareness that has put me on the path to achieving better health. I also appreciated her flexibility to pivot to other challenges like stress management and work conflict as they popped up along the way, but never lost sight of guiding me back to my larger goal when appropriate."

Laura

Research Analyst
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Sterling, VA
"Southern warmth with a sophisticated and practical approach"

"Nicole's approach was insightful and encouraging. She helped me develop strategies to manage my time and workload more effectively, ultimately leading to a sense of accomplishment and reduced anxiety. Additionally, her guidance allowed me to work at my own pace and with an understanding that we are all a work in progress.

I highly recommend Nicole to anyone seeking to improve their productivity and overcome self-doubt."

Matthew

Creative Agency Owner
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New York, NY
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Meet Your Coach

I started my career helping people build skills: designing training, developing talent, and helping teams perform better at work. But I quickly realized that sometimes skills aren’t the problem.

When leadership gaps go unaddressed, no amount of technical training can close them. I knew I wanted to go deeper, by helping people not just do the work, but lead through it with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

That mission is personal for me. I know what it’s like to step into leadership without a clear roadmap, wondering if I was leading from the driver’s seat or simply along for the ride. I was lucky to have a mentor step in when I needed it most—and it changed everything.

To support leaders navigating that same journey, I created the Leadership Growth Pathway, a flexible coaching program built around five targeted stages, so you can choose the path that best supports your leadership growth. I combine that experience with 20 years in leadership development, learning strategy, and talent growth, alongside certifications in Project Management (PMP) and Professional Coaching (CPC).

I help leaders at every stage build not just the skills they need—but the mindset and presence to lead forward.

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