Every engagement is designed around your goals, grounded in validated assessments, and led by credentialed coaches with real executive experience. No generic programs—just coaching that fits how your leaders actually work.
A coaching engagement is a structured development partnership between a credentialed coach and a leader, team, or cohort. It is not consulting, not therapy, and not a one-off workshop. It is a sustained, goal-driven process that creates lasting behavior change.
Every Tandem engagement follows our ASPIRE® framework: clear goals, validated assessments at start and end, regular coaching sessions, and measurable outcomes that both the participant and the organization can see.
We work with Fortune 500 enterprises and mid-size companies alike. The engagement structure adapts to your context, but the rigor stays the same.
Our coaching engagements serve three distinct populations, each with tailored approaches and outcomes.
C-suite and VP-level leaders navigating complex organizational challenges, strategic pivots, and high-stakes decisions.
Intact executive teams working on alignment, communication, collective decision-making, and unified direction.
High-potential managers and newly promoted directors making the transition from individual contributor to leader-of-leaders.
Each model is designed for a different context. All follow our ASPIRE® framework with validated assessments, structured milestones, and measurable outcomes.
A dedicated coaching partnership between a senior leader and an MCC or PCC coach. Focused on the leader’s specific challenges, goals, and growth trajectory.
Coaching for intact leadership teams working on alignment, communication, decision-making, and collective performance as a unit.
A cohort-based program for groups of 5+ leaders. Combines individual coaching with mastermind peer groups and structured curriculum.
Talk it through with one of our Master Certified Coaches—no commitment required.
Schedule a Discovery Call →From first conversation to sustained impact, every engagement follows six structured phases.
Validated assessments—ProfileXT, Genos EQ, 360 feedback, LEAD Now!—create a clear baseline. You see where you are, not where you think you are.
Coach, coachee, and organizational sponsor align on 3–5 measurable development goals tied to business outcomes. Everyone agrees on what success looks like.
We match you with a coach based on industry experience, leadership level, and development focus. If the fit isn’t right, you can request a change—no friction.
Bi-weekly coaching sessions focused on real challenges, not theory. Each session builds on the last with structured reflection and accountable action steps.
Mid-engagement check-in with stakeholders to assess progress, recalibrate goals if needed, and ensure the coaching is delivering measurable value.
Reassessment at engagement close measures growth against the baseline. Both the leader and the organization see concrete, documented results.
We use validated instruments—not guesswork. Each tool measures something different, giving your coach and your organization a complete picture.
Measures thinking style, behavioral traits, and interests against the demands of a specific role. Identifies where a leader’s natural strengths align—and where friction occurs.
Measures how effectively a leader demonstrates emotionally intelligent workplace behavior—self-awareness, empathy, and emotional reasoning under pressure.
Collects confidential feedback from direct reports, peers, and supervisors. Reveals the gap between self-perception and how others experience a leader’s behavior.
Evaluates 21 leadership dimensions across four quadrants: creating the climate, inspiring others, building talent, and getting results. Pinpoints specific areas for development.
The specific combination of assessments is tailored to each engagement. Your coach recommends the right tools based on your development goals and organizational context.
Coaching is not a feel-good exercise. It is a structured intervention that produces measurable change in leadership behavior, team performance, and business outcomes.
Source: ICF and Manchester Inc. research on coaching effectiveness
These are representative structures. Every engagement is customized to your organization’s needs and goals.
| Component | Focused (3–4 mo) | Standard (6 mo) | Comprehensive (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coaching sessions | 6–8 sessions | 12 sessions | 24 sessions |
| Session frequency | Bi-weekly | Bi-weekly | Bi-weekly |
| Initial assessment | 360 feedback | 360 + ProfileXT or Genos EQ | Full assessment battery |
| Closing assessment | — | 360 reassessment | Full reassessment |
| Stakeholder check-ins | 1 (midpoint) | 2 (quarterly) | 3–4 (quarterly) |
| Progress reporting | Summary report | Mid & final reports | Quarterly reports |
| Best for | Specific transition or challenge | Targeted development | Deep leadership transformation |
All engagements include coach matching, goal-setting, and a structured close-out process.
Every Tandem coach holds an ICF credential, has been vetted by our MCCs, and brings real leadership experience—not just coaching theory.
Cherie Silas, MCC, and Alex Kudinov, MCC, personally lead engagements and oversee every coaching relationship. Both hold the highest ICF credential—earned by fewer than 1,300 coaches worldwide.
We will tell you honestly if we are not the right fit for your organization. Not every challenge requires coaching, and we would rather recommend the right solution than sell you the wrong one.
Tell us about your goals and we will recommend the best-fit coach from our team.
Start the Conversation →Most 1-on-1 executive coaching engagements run 6 to 12 months with bi-weekly sessions. Team coaching runs 8 months. Leadership development programs run 9 months. Focused engagements for specific transitions can be as short as 3 months.
Investment varies based on the engagement model, duration, number of participants, and assessment tools included. We provide a detailed proposal after the discovery conversation so there are no surprises. For a deeper look at pricing factors, see our guide to executive coaching costs.
Yes. While our engagements follow proven structures, we tailor the assessment tools, session frequency, deliverables, and timeline to your organization’s specific challenges and culture. We have worked with Fortune 500 enterprises and mid-size companies alike.
We use validated tools including ProfileXT for talent alignment, Genos EQ for emotional intelligence, 360-degree feedback surveys, and the LEAD Now! assessment for leadership effectiveness. The specific combination depends on the engagement goals.
We match based on industry experience, leadership level, and development goals. Both of our MCCs have corporate leadership backgrounds, and our team of 9 credentialed coaches provides depth across specialties. Clients always have the option to request a different coach.
A 30-minute conversation to understand your goals, the leaders you want to develop, and the outcomes you are looking for. We share how our engagements work and recommend a path forward—or tell you honestly if we are not the right fit. No pressure, no sales pitch.
Schedule a 30-minute discovery call with one of our Master Certified Coaches. We will learn about your goals and recommend an approach—or tell you honestly if we are not the right fit.
Schedule a Discovery Call →No commitment required. Free 30-minute conversation.
