Ascendant
A coaching program for renewed direction, deeper motivation, and grounded momentum
When Ascendant Makes Sense
There comes a point when the business continues to operate, but the internal alignment begins to slip. Decisions get made, outcomes are delivered, and responsibilities are met, but something underneath no longer holds together in the same way. The forward motion continues, yet the sense of connection begins to erode.
What changes when momentum keeps things going, but the reason behind it no longer feels solid? And how long can progress be maintained when motivation is no longer a part of the equation?
This shift doesn’t always start with a decision. Often, it builds over time, through repeated hesitation, unfinished priorities, or a quiet resistance that grows harder to dismiss. Ascendant offers a structured space to examine that pattern and work through what’s ready to change.
Who This Is For
This program supports women business owners who:
have been in business long enough to recognize when something fundamental is shifting
want to work through decisions that don’t resolve with strategy alone
value depth, but don’t want to stay in reflection without movement
prefer structure without prescription
- are looking for a coaching partnership that respects their time, focus, and autonomy
It is not suited for those who:
are early in business and primarily seeking external direction
prefer step-by-step guidance or performance-based accountability
are currently navigating an acute crisis
want a consulting or advice-driven model
What This Program Offers
There are moments when familiar strategies no longer produce meaningful progress. The direction still makes sense, but the way forward becomes harder to define. Decisions stall. Motivation slips. The business begins to feel out of step with the person leading it.
Ascendant provides a space to examine what has shifted and to work with what is emerging. The structure is grounded, the pacing is intentional, and the conversation is focused on what holds weight—professionally, personally, and practically.
Each session supports thinking that leads somewhere, decisions that take hold, and renewed energy behind the work that matters most.
You’ve held your business steady, even as the spark behind it has faded. Time to refocus on what’s been slipping away.
Where Ascendant Fits
This program exists for the phase when business continuity is no longer the question, but the way forward lacks traction. The shape of the business may remain steady, but something behind it is asking for change.
The structure supports reflection, clarity, and movement, without the pressure to redefine everything at once. For those who choose to continue beyond the initial four months, Leverage provides an ongoing rhythm for deeper development.
A client example is available here, showing how this program supported renewed focus and decision-making without requiring dramatic change.
How the Coaching Works
Durable progress often begins with focus, not force. The coaching space offers a consistent rhythm for examining real decisions, surfacing unseen patterns, and approaching unresolved issues with clarity and calm.
My methodology integrates co-active coaching with insights from neuroscience, systems thinking, and somatic practice. Each session is grounded in what is present and practical. The work is client-led, responsive, and anchored in outcomes that hold up beyond the conversation.
More about the coaching methodology can be found here.
What’s Included
Two 60-minute private coaching sessions per month
On-demand 15-minute Quick Check-Ins
Access to all Nereveno worksheet collections and the Accelerator course library
Optional MasterMind pairing with another aligned clients
A private client portal with accountability tools and light-touch prompts (if requested)
Each element is available to support the work that unfolds during the engagement. Clients are free to use what serves and leave what doesn’t.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Coaching
What’s the point of having a coach?
Coaching offers a structured space to think clearly, step outside old patterns, and reconnect with what matters to you. It’s not about providing solutions but facilitating your own problem-solving and growth.
Neuroscience backs this up; research indicates that coaching can influence brain activity, particularly in areas related to self-awareness and decision-making. What’s more, your brain has the ability to change through a process called neuroplasticity—forming new connections when you practice thinking and responding in different ways. Coaching helps that process by creating structured, intentional moments and fostering meaningful development.
Reference:
Valesi, R., et al. (2023). From Coaching to Neurocoaching: A Neuroscientific Approach during a Coaching Session. Behavioral Sciences, 13(7), 596.
https://doi.org/10.3390/bs13070596
How can I be sure coaching will help me?
Coaching helps you build self-efficacy, the belief that you can take meaningful action and influence your own outcomes. That belief is deeply linked to motivation, follow-through, and long-term change.
But coaching isn’t something that happens _to_ you. The process works best when you’re willing to reflect honestly, test new approaches, and stay curious. What you get out of it depends not just on the coach but on your engagement.
Reference:
Moen, F., & Allgood, E. (2009). Coaching and the effect on self-efficacy. Organization Development Journal, 27(4), 69–82. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/285953123
What if I’m not really clear on what I need right now?
That’s something coaching is built to handle. When things feel off but you can’t pinpoint why, it usually means there’s a disconnect between your priorities and your energy, your actions and your values, or what you do and what you want.
Coaching helps you examine those disconnects with structure and perspective. You don’t have to arrive with a goal. Many clients begin with a vague tension—like burnout, restlessness, or loss of momentum—and end up uncovering goals they wouldn’t have named at the start.
I’ve worked with other coaches before; how is this any different?
The work I do is grounded in the Co-Active Coaching model, which emphasizes a collaborative partnership between coach and client. Unlike directive methods that focus on problem-solving, Co-Active Coaching engages the whole person—mind, body, emotions, and spirit—to foster self-discovery and personal growth.
My process also draws on research in neuroscience, psychology, and systems thinking, as well as tools from design thinking and behavior change. The aim is to support practical shifts with the understanding of what’s driving your decisions, how you respond under pressure, and what systems are shaping your energy and direction.
Will you tell me what to do, or is this just “talking things through”?
Neither. This kind of coaching isn’t about giving you answers or listening without direction. It’s a structured, collaborative process that helps you think more clearly, explore meaningful options, and move forward with clarity and alignment.
While some coaches offer guidance or advice, my role as a coach is to challenge assumptions, notice patterns and blind spots, and support you in “connecting the dots,” often in ways you haven’t before.
I’m already overwhelmed. Won’t this add even more pressure?
Not if it’s done well. Coaching isn’t another thing on your to-do list but a time and space to step back, reset your thinking, and work with what’s underneath the overwhelm instead of just pushing through it.
The process helps you slow down and think more clearly. It creates room to notice what’s draining your energy and where your attention actually needs to go. That shift alone often changes how everything else feels.
About Working With Me
What makes your approach different from other coaches?
I don’t lead with strategy; I work beneath it. My approach blends analytical thinking with intuition, structure with flexibility. Clients often come in with complex questions or burnout they’ve been pushing through for months. What they find here isn’t a prescription or pressure but clarity, focus, and meaningful momentum.
That difference comes from who I am and what I’ve experienced. I have coached professionals and decision-makers for over a decade, and I’ve also been one. I’ve built and run businesses. I understand the paradoxes and shifting demands that come with high responsibility, and I bring that context into every session. I don’t coach from theory, but use the tools I’ve tested myself, in work and life. I work at the intersection of clear thinking and creative exploration, combining logic with introspection. I don’t rush to simplify what’s complex. I work with how you actually think and lead, so the change you make holds.
How do your programs differ from each other?
For those facing long-term complexity like burnout, decision fatigue, or a pattern they’re ready to change, the Ascendant program offers a four-month container to shift what’s no longer working. It’s structured for depth but grounded in your actual pace and capacity.
Clients who want steady alignment while navigating growth, transition, or sustained demands sometimes move into Leverage, an ongoing coaching partnership that helps them stay focused without starting over.
When the goal is to get results quickly, the Ignition sprint provides three weeks of strategic focus, new approaches, and clear feedback loops. And if you’re unsure whether coaching is the right fit but need a quick reset, Sparkplug offers a one-time session with structured tools to help you think more clearly and take the next step.
If you’d like a clearer sense of how these programs work in real contexts, the case studies offer an inside look at the kinds of challenges clients face and how the work unfolds.
How do I know which program is right for me?
If you’re weighing your options or unsure what kind of support fits, the easiest next step is to talk it through. We can look at what’s on your plate, what kind of shift you’re hoping for, and what format would help, not just in theory but in practice.
This happens in a short, no-pressure Exploration Call. It’s not a coaching session, and you’re not committing to anything. You’re simply seeing if it makes sense to take the next step together. That next step is a conversation where we check for clarity and compatibility, define the focus of the work, and shape the possible engagement based on what matters most to you.
Still want to look on your own? The programs page lays out each offer clearly. The case studies show how these programs actually unfold.
How much time will this require?
The work inside each program is paced to match your current capacity, not pile onto it. Ascendant involves steady reflection, small tests between sessions, and space to apply what’s working. It’s consistent, meaningful effort, but never constant output. Ignition moves faster: three weeks of focused attention and short feedback loops to help you test and adapt in real-time. Leverage doesn’t add to your workload; it’s built around purposeful conversations that support clear thinking and alignment as you move forward. Sparkplug is immediate and contained, with just one session and a few tools to help you quickly move through a challenge.
You won’t be asked to do more just for the sake of doing. The focus is on what shifts things.
Do I have to commit long-term to get value?
No. Every program is designed to offer real value on its own, without pressure to continue beyond what’s useful. Coaching isn’t meant to keep you coming back forever. It’s meant to help you shift what’s stuck, build the tools you need, and move forward with more clarity and capacity.
Some clients stay longer, but not because they have to. They continue when it makes sense, and when the work still supports their growth or decision-making. Others complete one program and feel ready to carry things forward on their own. And that’s precisely how it should be.
What will I actually be getting?
Every program is built to deliver structured, high-value support. While the format varies, here’s what’s typically included:
- Coaching Sessions: focused time to think clearly, troubleshoot effectively, and move forward with intention, shaped to match your pace, capacity, and goals.
- Targeted Toolkits: each program includes a specific toolkit or structured set of resources to support deeper work between the sessions and beyond the program.
- Client Portal: a private depository for notes, tools, and resources so you can stay organized and engaged throughout the process.
- Accelerator Library: a curated collection of my original tools and mini-courses supporting key topics like burnout recovery, decision-making, motivation, and sustainable growth.
- On-Demand Check-Ins: short, flexible support available between sessions, used when something needs attention or clarity in real time.
- MasterMind: for select programs, this adds structured peer connection, allowing you to learn from others navigating similarly high-level decisions and challenges.
Each piece is intentional, so you’re not only supported while in the program but also set up for sustainable progress after it ends.
Is this the time to re-enter the business with a different kind of momentum?
The Exploration Call is a short, structured conversation to determine fit. It is an opportunity to assess whether the timing, context, and support are aligned with what’s needed—without pressure or premature commitment.