Budgets. Staffing. Big decisions that suddenly land on your desk.
You don't have to stay in the "Should I already know
this?" spiral.
mentoring for new leaders
You don’t need more leadership theory. You need a steady place to think.
I’ve supported leaders through first-time management, inherited teams, and difficult transitions. This is the space to slow down, see clearly, and lead on purpose.
Did someone hand you a leadership manual when you got the title? No? Thought so.
You get the title. The responsibilities. The expectations.
And then?
You get a vague “good luck” and a calendar full of decisions.
Suddenly, you’re managing budgets, navigating staff dynamics, and having conversations that feel way above your pay grade—even though this is your job now.
You’re expected to lead with confidence, but inside it feels like fake-it-til-you-make-it...with a side of stress-eating between meetings.
That spiral is brutal—and it’s exactly why steady, experienced support isn’t a luxury. It’s essential.
When you’re new to leadership, small missteps can quietly compound—
unclear expectations, avoidable stress, decisions you wish you’d handled differently. Mentoring gives you a place to pressure-test choices before they ripple outward.
Stepping into leadership can feel like playing dress-up.
So… I’m the one in charge now?
imposter syndrome is real. and it's exhausting.
I’ll listen—but I’ll also push back. Mentoring means challenging assumptions, naming what’s really happening, and helping you move forward with clarity. Growth doesn’t happen in an echo chamber.
Your personal real-talk advisor
No endless courses. No awkward icebreakers. Just thoughtful, flexible support—whether we’re face-to-face or sorting things out in Voxer between meetings.
Support that fits your real life
We talk in plain English. Every conversation starts with what’s actually happening—and stays focused on what you need right now.
No cookie-cutter advice
Real, steady support for those who need it.
You’ve just landed your first leadership role and are quietly Googling "how to manage people without messing it up."
You’re making big decisions but second-guessing every one because you don’t have a trusted sounding board.
You’re navigating 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 respecting the past and making it your own.
You’re tired of pretending you’ve got it all figured out and want honest support from someone who’s been there.
This is for you if ...
$925/month
Two-month initial commitment. Month-to-month or as-needed support available after.
Investment:
- Two 60-minute private mentoring calls each month via MS Teams (add more anytime if needed).
- Call recordings + notes delivered within 48 hours.
- Monday–Thursday Voxer access for questions, quick guidance, and wins between calls.
- Document review (up to five per month)—agendas, budgets, policies, or planning docs that need a second set of eyes.
what's included
Real talk. Practical strategy. No judgment—just steady, experienced support as you grow into the role.
Private mentoring for new leaders
-Former supervisor, from an annual performance review