LeadingTheChange.Me, LLC
Building inner capacity for outer impact.
We help individuals strengthen their leadership, to build thriving teams & strong organizations
Who We Are
At LeadingTheChange.me, LLC, we believe great leadership starts within. Our consulting approach centers on building self-sufficient, emotionally intelligent individuals, internally empowered to lead with purpose, clarity, empathy, and impact.
We combine behavioral science with participatory learning to develop leaders who are personally committed to creating positive impacts in their organizations and communities - Starting with themselves.
Our Team
Christell Bechtold
Leadership Strengths Development,
Consultant and FacilitatorWith 20 years of experience in administrative and human resources roles across multiple state government departments, Ms. Bechtold brings deep operational insight into how public organizations function.
For the past 8 years, she has leveraged that experience to design and facilitate leadership development programs for state and local government leaders, translating real-world government challenges into practical leadership strategies.
Christell is a Gallup Certified CliftonStrengths Coach, Certified Working Genius Facilitator, trained DiSC facilitator, and a coach of The Leadership Challenge (TLC) content and Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI) 360° assessment.
Executive Strategist,
Workforce and TVET Rusty Bechtold
For three decades, Mr. Bechtold bridged the gap between correctional settings and the workforce. He focused on moving beyond basic instruction to implement high-impact Technical, Vocational, and Trade Training (TVET) programs. He facilitated individuals to replace a "release date" with a "start date" in a meaningful career.
Rusty ensures individuals have the tangible skills and certifications required to thrive in modern industry, by building industry-aligned curriculum in agriculture, trades and services. He turns vocational training into a recidivism-reduction power house while building the bridge from education to industry-ready talent.
Our Approach
Impactful
We believe great leadership starts within.
Our consulting approach centers on building self-aware, emotionally intelligent individuals, internally empowered to lead with purpose, clarity, empathy, and impact.
Participative
We combine behavioral science with participatory learning to develop leaders who are personally committed to creating positive impacts in their organizations and communities.
Committed individuals generate a positive ripple effect throughout their organization; making way for strong leadership pipelines rooted in accountability and aligned action.
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30 Years of Leadership Experience
In Both Public Service and Private Industry
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Outcome-Focused
Development for Individuals and Teams
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Collaborative
For a cohesive environment
What Clients are Saying
"The wealth of knowledge & passion for the [Strengths] topic from Christell was fabulous."
Training Participant, Women in Leadership: Strengths Discovery, Sept. 2022
“Christell was enthusiastic, had a positive, upbeat personality, and that shined through the entire training."
Training Participant, Performance Gap Conversations, Aug. 2023
“I appreciate Christell’s candor and insight into my leadership behaviors. She was a caring coach and made me feel more confident and capable.”
Leadership for the Government Supervisor, Cohort Participant, One-on-One Leadership Practices Inventory coaching session
"Didn't realize I could use the resources the way it was demonstrated here. Very insightful!"
Training Participant, Interviewing Tools to Recruit the Best Fit, Sept. 2023
“This was the best course on the topic I have attended (I attended many during my career as manager for over 15 years).”
Training Participant, Addressing Performance: Documentation & Discipline, Jan. 2022
“The instructor was great. You could tell she's passionate about the material she's teaching and believes it.”
Training Participant, Leading Effectively, Feb. 2023
FAQ
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We offer a variety of consultative and facilitation services to help you and your teams enhance behaviors of leadership, communication, task ownership, engagement, vision, and business strategy.
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Pricing is based on the project's scope and needs. This can be a flat rate, hourly, or combination of both.
We work with each client to find the appropriate strategies that best meet your desired outcomes and timeline.
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We'll start with a meeting to get a feel for your current experience and desired future outcomes.
We will then determine how to best collaborate to meet your needs, provide several options to work toward your goals, and discuss any adjustments.
Click “Book a Consultation” below to Connect with Us and Get Started.
Get in Touch!
Schedule a session with us to discuss your Workforce and Leadership Development needs.
