You don't have to figure this out alone.

Coaching gives you the structure, accountability, and honest guidance to do the work — consistently, and with someone in your corner.

James has spent nearly three decades as an educator, coach, and trainer — helping individuals and organizations move from drift to direction. Whether you're looking for personal clarity, professional momentum, or a speaker who brings both, the work starts with one honest conversation.
Coaching

This is focused, structured coaching built around The Alignment Loop framework.

Not open-ended conversation — a defined process for identifying exactly where your loop is running against you and rebuilding it around what you actually want.

All sessions are private, confidential, and focused on helping you close the gap.

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Young woman smiling while working on a laptop at desk.

"Wait, professional coaching for only $19? "


No. It's a quick, 20-minute call to see if we're a good fit. The nominal fee respects both our time.

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black and white round analog wall clock at 10 10
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a calendar with red push buttons pinned to it
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"Simply put, there is no one I trust more than James to help clarify, my business ideas! He is exceptionally patient as he asks all the right questions to have you dig deep and crystallize your ideas. If you’re ready to succeed in your business ventures…James is your coach!" – Kathie Cano

Keynote Speaking

A talk that moves people - and leaves them with something to use.

James speaks on conscious living, intentional leadership, and the science behind why people stay stuck.

His keynotes are grounded in the Aligned framework and built for audiences who are ready to move from awareness to action.

A two-time Finalist in the Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking and an experienced corporate trainer and facilitator, James weaves humor, data, science, and practical wisdom in his engaging talks.

Available for conferences, corporate events, leadership retreats, and professional development days.

"James is the classic multidimensional talent that does not come around often. He is a creative and talented public speaker, a teacher and an inspirational, natural leader. There are no limits to his gifts."

Randie Ellington, Division D Governor, District 57, Toastmasters International

Workshops

The Framework Applied.

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selective focus photography of people sitting on chairs while writing on notebooks

Half-day and full-day workshops available for both public audiences and corporate teams. Participants work through The Alignment Loop in real time — identifying where their current loops are running, and building a concrete plan for redirection.

Corporate workshops can be customized to team context and organizational goals.

“I am deeply grateful for James’ substantial contributions to CDG’s leadership development efforts. I can, and do, recommend him highly, and with absolute confidence that he can help other companies that are also intent on developing the leadership capability of their managers and employees.”

Very truly yours,

David L. Malmo, President

Continental Data Graphics - a Boeing Company