budgets and staffing and ... well, everything. Oh, my!

It’s time to leave the “Should I know this already?” new leader spiral behind.

mentoring for new leaders

Did you get a magical manual of leadership when you took on your role? No? You're not alone.

Sometimes you get the title ... the responsibilities ... the expectations ... and then?

You get, "Welp, good luck!"

Suddenly, you’re in charge of budgets. Staff dynamics. Big decisions. Conversations that feel way above your pay grade, even though it’s technically your job now.

You’re expected to lead with confidence, but inside, it feels a lot more like fake it ‘til you make it with a side of stress-eating at your desk.

That feeling right there is capital-T Terrible. And it's exactly why having steady, experienced support in your corner isn’t just helpful, it’s essential.






Stepping into leadership can feel a little like playing dress-up.

wait, I'm in charge now?

(I 100% felt like I was dressing up in my mom’s clothes when I first took on a leadership role.)

i'm ready to ditch the spiral

imposter syndrome is real, y'all. And it's a real pain.

I’ll listen, yes, but I’ll also push back when needed. Part of mentoring is helping you challenge assumptions and see what’s really going on. Growth doesn’t happen in an echo chamber.

Your personal real-talk advisor

No endless leadership courses. No awkward icebreaker activities. Just thoughtful, flexible support—whether we’re face-to-face or chatting in Voxer between meetings.

Support that fits your real life

We'll talk about all the things in plain English. Every conversation starts where you are and stays focused on what you actually need.

No cookie-cutter advice

My approach is different.

You’ve just landed your first leadership role and are quietly Googling How to manage people without messing it all up.

You’re making big decisions but second-guessing every step because you don’t have a steady, trusted sounding board.

You’re dealing with office politics and realizing "just doing good work” isn’t enough anymore.

You inherited a department from a long-time leader and feel stuck between “respect the past” and “make this mine.”

You’re tired of pretending you’ve got it all figured out and just want honest support from someone who’s been there.



This is for you if ...

$925/month

Initial 2-month commitment required.
Option for month-to-month or as needed afterward.

Investment:

  • At least two focused 60-minute calls per month via MS Teams. You have the option to add more if you need them.
  • Recording & call notes delivered within 48 hours of sessions
  • Access support Monday–Thursday via Voxer for questions, wins, and guidance between calls
  • Review of up to five short documents (typically 5 pages or less) each month. Think agendas, budgets, policies, planning docs that need a second set of eyes.

what's included

These  sessions offer real talk, practical strategies, and no judgment—just steady, experienced support to help you grow.

Mentoring sessions

get your support

-Former supervisor, on an annual review

"Kristen has excellent supervisory skills.
Her wisdom, social-emotional skills, and identification of not only of her staff's technical skills, but also the types of tasks they enjoy, help her get the best from them."

get in touch

Drop me a line. Ask all the things!

still have questions? no problem!