Executive Coaching

Become a More Effective Leader

Debra — my coach, mentor, and friend.

— Deanna Mulligan, CEO of PURPOSEFUL, former Fortune 250 Chairman and CEO,

and Best Selling Author of Hire Purpose: How Smart Companies Can Close The Skills Gap

Debra's approach is straightforward, open and honest. She can help any emerging leader, executive, or executive-to-be improve their skills, capabilities, and performance to:

Eliminate leadership style blind spots
Manage conflict for successful resolutions
Collaborate, communicate, and connect with diverse constituents
Be decisive and execute critical decisions
Mentor and develop the next generation of leaders

Eleven commitments you can expect when you hire me as your executive coach:

1 You get me as your personal advisor; you are not relegated to anyone else, ever.
2 You will be the beneficiary of everything I've learned from the hundreds of CEOs and C-level executives I've successfully coached, consulted with, and been mentored by over the past 30+ years.
3 Together we will confidentially delve into your past experiences, successes, and setbacks in deep-dive, one-on-one conversations. In those conversations we'll get clarity as to where you are, where you want to go, and what could stop you if not effectively dealt with now.
4 You will get pragmatic advice for handling your specific situation and taking the right steps to achieve your goals "10X" better than competent colleagues do it.
5 You will not be put through a barrage of aptitude or psych tests.
6 With your consent, I will interview five or six people you identify to get opinions that you may not be aware of in terms of your strengths or weaknesses.
7 Throughout our time together, you gain entry onto my calendar whenever you need it. You have unlimited access to me via phone and email for follow-on conversations.
8 We intercede before running into significant challenges or rough patches as you assume a new position, take on more responsibility, increase your influence, and gain visibility.
9 Together we will set up an approach to measure progress so it is meaningful and sustainable.
10 You become a friend and are welcome to call or write me with questions well into the future. Past clients have contacted me two, six, and even twenty years after their coaching programs.
11 From our continued discussions, we'll develop a roadmap of tangible steps to take now and later. You'll know how to:

Resolve recurring problems
Overcome barriers
Add measurable value to your personal brand
Manage conflict
Influence people, even those who don't report to you
Do things you didn't think were possible
Think differently than you've been taught
Set an example for others
Reflect well on superiors
Take care of the people entrusted to you
Surprise yourself

How Executive Coaching Benefits the Entire Organization

Debra's approach to coaching has a proven track record of benefiting both employees and their companies. Companies who partner with her to provide executive coaching benefit from:

More productive employees who've learned new ways to: manage conflict, make decisions, lead, influence, and coach others.
Happier, confident employees who meet their goals and objectives—leading to a healthier, non-toxic culture.
Better new hires, attracted to the company's positive environment.
Lower turnover and higher retention of good people.
Better competitive advantage in the marketplace.

What Clients Are Saying About Debra Benton's Coaching Expertise

From one small nuance in a totally different belief we realized an immediate 33% retention.
— Darrel J., AT&T

Benton teaches you how to plan, create, and act to set yourself apart from the competition.
— Carl J., Del Monte Foods

Debra has been my coach for many years because she provides clear and succinct advice and techniques that have advanced my career.
— Michael G., United Launch Alliance

Benton provides an insightful treatment on how to achieve and be recognized as a leader...
she has captured the essence of what CEOs are looking for in their employees.
— Larry L., LMCO

Debra taught me to think, to look at things from a different perspective --
to open up my mind. I'd tell any new client of hers to be prepared to have a provocative discussion, but in a style that is welcoming.
— Ted W., Setai Corp

I learned short cuts from Debra that are priceless. They don't teach you this at school or even at work....this material is a gold mine to a younger person in the workforce....
— Sonia M., Covidion