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Limited Founding Cohort: Only 20 spots available for our
inaugural program starting January 7, 2026.
High Potential Program: Accelerate your Impact
A 6-Week Development Program for Talented Professionals Ready to Stop Being Overlooked
Program Details
📅 Dates: Wednesday mornings - January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 2026
(Session dates are subject to adjustment as needed.)
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 Format: In-Person - Office Evolution in Ann Arbor, MI
👥 Cohort Size: Limited to 20 participants
✅ Commitment: Full attendance at all 6 sessions required
You're Talented, Driven, and Stuck
I know what it's like.
Earlier in my career, I was that professional who worked hard, delivered results, but watched others advance while I stayed in place. I knew I had more to offer, but something wasn't clicking. My ambition was there. My work ethic was there. But my impact? It wasn't landing the way I needed it to.
Maybe you know this feeling:
You're excellent at your job, but excellence isn't getting you noticed. You have ideas that could transform your organization, but can't get people to listen. You see problems clearly, but lack the influence to fix them.
You've been working hard for years. You thought grit and determination would be enough. But deep down, you know there's more to give—and you're tired of being overlooked.
Here's what I discovered: Excellence alone isn't enough. You need a system.
I found the tools that changed everything—understanding my strengths, building emotional intelligence, learning to navigate conflict, and finding my authentic voice. These weren't just skills; they were unlock codes for the career and life I knew I was capable of.
Now I'm sharing these same tools through Accelerate Your Impact.
What You'll Achieve:
1. Amplify Your Unique Value
Identify and leverage your strengths to become indispensable in your role.
2. Master Collaborative Excellence
Build strategic partnerships and elevate every team you join.
3. Navigate with Authenticity
Align personal values with organizational success for sustainable high performance.
4. Develop Professional Maturity
Build emotional intelligence and conflict-resolution skills that set you apart from your peers.
5. Influence at Every Level
Learn to shape decisions and drive outcomes without formal authority.
6. Accelerate Your Trajectory
Create a clear path from high-potential to high-performer with a supportive peer network.
Your 6-Week Journey:
Uncover your CliftonStrengths and learn how to leverage them for maximum impact. Leave with a clear understanding of your unique value proposition and begin designing your capstone project.
Master the art of strength-based partnerships. Learn how to elevate every team you're on, contribute powerfully in meetings, and identify your ideal complementary partners.
Discover your core values and map them to your organization's culture. Learn to navigate authentically while driving results and thriving within your company's ecosystem.
Build the self-awareness and social skills that set professionals apart. Master managing your energy, reactions, and presence to build trust and psychological safety.
Understand your conflict management style and learn to handle peer conflicts and challenging conversations with confidence. Master the art of influence without authority.
Craft compelling narratives that drive action. Build executive presence before you have an executive role. Present your capstone project and create your go-forward action plan.
Ongoing Throughout: Capstone Project
Apply your learning in real-time with a personal development project you'll design in Week 1 and refine each week, culminating in a presentation to your cohort in Week 6.
Program Investment:
Corporate Rate
Regular: $2,295
✓ All program sessions
✓ CliftonStrengths assessment
✓ Conflict style assessment
✓ Bonus 1:1 coaching call
✓ Founding cohort status
✓ Certificate of completion
✓ Alumni community access
Individual Rate
Regular: $1,595
✓ All program sessions
✓ CliftonStrengths assessment
✓ Conflict style assessment
✓ Bonus 1:1 coaching call
✓ Founding cohort status
✓ Certificate of completion
✓ Alumni community access
Your Investment Includes:
✓ 15 hours of intensive development (6 sessions × 2.5 hours)
✓ CliftonStrengths assessment ($89 value) with personalized coaching
✓ Conflict management style assessment with interpretation
✓ Weekly tools and frameworks you'll use immediately
✓ Peer accountability partner for between-session application
✓ Capstone project with real workplace application
✓ Certificate of completion to add to your LinkedIn profile
✓ Lifetime access to program alumni community
✓ BONUS for early birds: 30-minute 1:1 coaching session
Founding Member Benefits: As part of our inaugural cohort, you'll receive special recognition, direct input on future program development, and priority access to advanced programs.
Is This Program Right for You?
This Program IS For You If:
✓ You're a high-performing professional with real work experience
✓ You're consistently rated "exceeds expectations" or higher
✓ You want to maximize your current role while preparing for what's next
✓ You've been identified as "high-potential" but haven't received matching development
✓ You're ready to invest in yourself and commit to all 6 sessions
✓ You want to expand your influence and stop being overlooked
✓ You value peer learning and building a professional network
✓ You know grit alone won't get you where you want to go—you need a system
This Program is NOT For You If:
✗ You're looking for quick fixes or magic formulas
✗ You cannot commit to attending all 6 sessions
✗ You're satisfied with your current trajectory
✗ You're not ready to do the work between sessions
✗ You prefer theory over practical application
✗ You're not open to feedback and peer learning
✗ You're fresh in the workforce without established work experience
The Ideal Participant Profile
We're looking for driven professionals who are ready to take ownership of their development and stop being overlooked. The most successful participants share these characteristics:
You're the perfect fit if you:
✓ Hunger for growth: You actively seek feedback and learning opportunities
✓ Take initiative: You don't wait for permission to improve things
✓ Think strategically: You see beyond your immediate tasks
✓ Build relationships: You understand success is a team sport
✓ Deliver results: You have a track record of exceeding expectations
✓ Stay curious: You ask great questions and challenge status quo
✓ Act professionally: You handle pressure with grace and maturity
✓ Know you need more than grit: You recognize talent alone isn't enough—you need tools and systems
Why Join This Program?
Immediate Benefits:
✓ Gain clarity on your unique strengths and how to leverage them
✓ Build confidence in challenging situations and conversations
✓ Develop a toolkit of frameworks you'll use immediately
✓ Expand your internal network with ambitious peers
✓ Receive personalized feedback and coaching
✓ Create a clear development plan aligned with your goals
Long-Term Impact:
✓ Accelerate your timeline by demonstrating readiness for more
✓ Become the go-to person for high-visibility projects
✓ Build executive presence that gets you noticed by senior leadership
✓ Develop skills that transfer across roles and companies
✓ Join an alumni network that supports your ongoing growth
✓ Position yourself as indispensable rather than replaceable
✓ Stop being overlooked and start being recognized for your full potential
Testimonials:
Participant Feedback:
CALM in the Storm – Conflict Management Training
"The workshop helped me identify my personal conflict triggers and recognize reactions that aren’t always productive. It reminded me to stay calm and choose the best possible solution when facing conflict."
"It was a well-spent two hours — I walked away feeling more confident about handling conflict both professionally and personally."
"Chris brings a clear agenda, stays on time, and always makes space for deeper conversations. He’s attentive, connected, and makes every participant feel welcome."
– Participant, UM Office of Educational Management
(Sept 23, 2025)
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Q: Do I need manager approval to participate?
A: Manager support is encouraged but not required. We recommend sharing the program details with your manager as they may be willing to sponsor your participation.
Q: What if I miss a session?
A: Full attendance is required to maintain program integrity and group dynamics. We'll work with you to ensure the dates work before you commit.
Q: How much time is required
outside of sessions?
A: Plan for 1-2 hours per week for reflection, application exercises, and capstone project work.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Are scholarships available?
A: Yes, we have limited need-based scholarships.
Please indicate your interest in the application.
Q: Is this program virtual or
in-person?
A: This cohort will be held fully in person at Office Evolution – Ann Arbor, MI
to maximize connection and learning.
It's time to stop hoping that grit alone will get you there. It's time to get the system that transforms potential into undeniable impact.
The question isn't whether you have what it takes. The question is: are you ready to finally be recognized for it?
Limited to 20 spots. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis.