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Gifted By Design Leadership & Consulting, LLC is a forward thinking leadership and diversity equity inclusion and belonging development firm.

Gifted By Design Leadership Consulting is a forward thinking personal and professional development consulting firm. We develop equitable growth strategies by connecting, consulting, g coaching leadership practices that are designed to empower Communities, Businesses, Non-profits, for both adults and youth.

Coaching is a structured, results-driven process where a trained professional helps individuals set and achieve personal, professional, or spiritual goals. It involves guidance, accountability, and strategies to help clients unlock their potential, overcome obstacles, and move toward their desired outcomes.

Coaching provides clarity, accountability, and strategic support to help you:

  • Identify and align with your purpose.
  • Set clear, actionable goals.
  • Develop confidence and overcome self-doubt.
  • Improve time management and productivity.
  • Navigate career or life transitions.
  • Strengthen leadership skills.
  • Deepen spiritual and personal growth.

People hire coaches to:

  • Gain clarity in their personal, professional, or spiritual journey.
  • Overcome limiting beliefs and mental barriers.
  • Receive unbiased feedback and accountability.
  • Accelerate growth and achieve results faster.
  • Navigate career or life transitions with support.
  • Improve skills in leadership, communication, or productivity.

While self-reflection is valuable, coaching provides an outside perspective that is often difficult to achieve alone. A coach offers structured guidance, accountability, and proven strategies that help break through personal blind spots and accelerate growth in ways that self-coaching may not.

  • Coaching focuses on guiding individuals to discover solutions for themselves, using questioning, accountability, and strategic support.
  • Consulting involves an expert providing direct advice, solutions, and recommendations based on their expertise.
  • Not at all. Seeking a coach is a sign of self-awareness, wisdom, and a commitment to growth. High achievers, including top executives, athletes, and spiritual leaders, all work with coaches to improve their performance and maximize their potential.

    Coaching is an investment in your personal, professional, or spiritual growth. Costs vary based on the coach’s expertise, session format, and duration. Many find that the benefits—such as increased clarity, productivity, and goal achievement—far outweigh the financial commitment.

    Coaching sessions typically last between 45 minutes to 90 minutes, depending on the coach and the session type (individual or group).

    A coach:

    • Asks thought-provoking questions to help you gain clarity.
    • Provides accountability to keep you on track.
    • Identifies blind spots and helps you break through limitations.
    • Offers tools and frameworks for growth and development.
    • Encourages and supports you through challenges.

    Group coaching is a coaching experience where multiple participants engage in guided discussions, exercises, and accountability within a supportive community. A coach facilitates the sessions, offering structured guidance while allowing participants to learn from each other.

    • Community Support – Encouragement and insights from others facing similar challenges.
    • Affordability – Typically more cost-effective than one-on-one coaching.
    • Accountability – A group setting fosters greater responsibility and motivation.
    • Diverse Perspectives – Gain new insights and ideas from different backgrounds.
    • Shared Learning – Learn from others’ experiences and strategies.

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