for emerging, mid-career, and seasoned leaders
“Sometimes facing work challenges and figuring out how to focus on specific paths feels like trying to find something in a messy attic. Working with Martha has helped me bring clarity to my goals and challenges that get mixed up in the attic of my brain. This clarity also gives me confidence and focus, creating a virtuous cycle.”
1:1 Coaching & Mentoring with Emerging Trails is a partnership built on shared accountability, mutual respect, and a commitment to growth. Each session is guided by your goals, whether thematic (long-term leadership growth) or situational (navigating a role or career change).
Common Coaching Focus Areas
- Leadership development and executive coaching for managers & leaders at any stage
- Communication & influence in the workplace
- Building executive presence and leadership identify
- Overcoming imposter syndrome and self-doubt
- Stepping into a new leadership role (first-time managers, new scope, or new team)
- Strategic thinking and decision-making when the path isn’t clear
- Navigating change with confidence, including role transitions and career coaching
- Accountability and follow-through
- Boundaries, workload, and burnout prevention
Explore our Leadership Competencies Series to see common growth areas and insights that often guide 1:1 coaching topics.
1:1 Coaching & Mentoring FAQs
How does 1:1 coaching work with Emerging Trails?
We start with a conversation to understand what you’re navigating and where you want to go. Then we meet on a cadence that fits your life (often bi-weekly or monthly). You bring the real situations; we work them through together and leave each session with clear, actionable next steps.”
Who is a good fit for one-on-one coaching?
This is a good fit if you’re in a moment of growth, change, or stretch. So whether you’re stepping into leadership, navigating a transition, or you’ve been leading for years and want to sharpen what’s next, if you’re motivated to reflect honestly and take action between sessions, coaching works really well.
What does success look like?
Success is defined by your progress and satisfaction. We help you clarify meaningful goals, stay aligned to them, and build forward momentum with more confidence, balance, and fulfillment along the way.
More FAQs on 1:1 coaching, and other Emerging Trails’ services.
Getting Started with
1:1 Coaching & Mentoring
Step 1: Reach out!
Fill out the contact form.
Step 2: Introductory Session
We’ll schedule a 30-minute pro bono intro session to get to know each other, talk through what you’re navigating, and explore your goals. It’s a no-pressure way to see if coaching feels like the right fit.
Step 3: Complete a Connection Snapshot
Before your first session, you’ll complete a brief Connection Snapshot. The short questionnaire highlights your drivers, values, and challenges so we start aligned on what matters most to you.