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Courage to Leap & Lead – The ROI Myth: Why We Need to Stop Measuring Coaching Like a Marketing Campaign

The ROI Myth: Why We Need to Stop Measuring Coaching Like a Marketing Campaign Here’s a conversation I have at least once a quarter: Procurement: “What’s the ROI on executive coaching?” Me: “That’s the wrong question.” : [visible confusion] Let me explain why this seemingly reasonable question reveals a fundamental misunderstanding about how executive coaching […]

Courage to Leap & Lead – Adaptive Leadership Is No Longer Optional: It’s the Leadership Currency of 2026

Adaptive Leadership Is No Longer Optional: It’s the Leadership Currency of 2026 Why executives who master adaptability now will own the future of leadership In 2026, leadership is no longer about having the right answers; it is about learning fast enough to ask better questions. Disruption, AI, market volatility, and shifting workforce expectations have made […]

Courage to Leap & Lead – The Executive Coaching Business for 2026, Not as Usual

The Executive Coaching Business for 2026, Not as Usual By CB Bowmam-Ottomanelli MCEC, CMC, One of the recurring themes I hear from executive coaches across the globe is this: many practices are being shaken by the political environment, especially those working anywhere near DEI. If 2025 forced coaches to rethink messaging and business models […]

Courage to Leap & Lead – When Visibility Comes With a Price Tag: How Leaders Discern Credible Media From Pay-to-Play

When Visibility Comes With a Price Tag: How Leaders Discern Credible Media From Pay-to-Play By CB Bowman-Ottomanelli As leaders, coaches, and thought partners, we’re all being approached more frequently by publications offering visibility, credibility, and recognition, for a fee. “Best Coaches to Watch.” “Top Mentors of the Year.” “Exclusive Editorial Feature.” The language is flattering. […]

Courage to Leap & Lead – Courage Evolved: The New Direction for This Newsletter

Courage Evolved: The New Direction for This Newsletter Hi Wonderful followers, if you’ve been with me for a while, you know this space has always been rooted in one powerful question: “What does it mean to lead with courage in a changing world?” For some time, we’ve explored courage in conversations, decision-making, client […]

Courage to Leap & Lead – Executive Coaching News: Creating a Coaching Legacy

Executive Coaching News: Creating a Coaching Legacy – Focus Article: “A New Way To Courageously Showcase Your Company to Potential Clients – Update Your Email Signature” – Executive Coaching News: Creating a Coaching Legacy – Fall Reading – Why Hire a Courage Coach for Your Organization A New Way to Courageously Showcase Yourself to […]

Courage to Leap & Lead – ISSUE XXXVII Sept 27, 2025

ISSUE XXXVII Sept 27, 2025 What’s In This Issue: – Focus Article: “What Cracker Barrel Can Learn from Mountain Dew About Strategic Courage” – Executive Coaching News – Fall Reading – “Why Hire Courage Consulting” – Podcast News Focus Article: What Cracker Barrel Can Learn from Mountain Dew About Strategic Courage By CB […]

Courage to Leap & Lead – ISSUE XXXVI Aug 13, 2025

ISSUE XXXVI Aug 13, 2025 What’s In This Issue: – Summer Break – Focus Article: “Moving from Paralysis to Decisive, Values-Aligned Leadership” – Summer/ Fall Reading – “Why Hire Courage Consulting: Part I” – Podcast News SUMMER BREAK A Summer Pause… and a Return to Strategic Courage By: CB Bowman-Ottomanelli, MCEC, BCC, CVF, […]

Courage to Leap & Lead – Vol IX

Vol VXIII ABOUT THIS NEWSLETTER “Courage: To Leap & Lead… the Newsletter” This monthly periodical is focused on implementing Microcourage™ to make a difference in organizations and in life. Each month we share general information and/ or interviews with thought leaders in all fields who share stories related to “living large” as a result of […]