October 2025 Ignite! Newsletter

Coaching + Leadership Development: A Strategic Imperative for Performance and Growth

The role of executive coaching in organizations is shifting. Once seen as a perk for senior leaders or a remedial tool for those struggling, coaching is increasingly recognized as a strategic driver of leadership performance.

When combined with leadership development training, coaching creates conditions where leaders don’t just learn concepts—they live them in real time, under pressure, in moments that matter most.

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LEARN TO LEAD

Complimentary Webinar – October 22

From Insight to Impact: Elevating Performance Through Executive Coaching

Join Blanchard coaching experts as they explore how coaching can be a strategic addition to your leadership development toolkit.

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Download Our New eBook

How to Build a Business Case for Coaching

If your organization is considering executive leadership coaching, or if you’re looking for the tools to advocate for it internally, this guide is for you.

TRANSFORM TOGETHER

Podcast

Catch People Doing Things Right: How Ken Blanchard Changed the Way the World Leads

Author Martha Lawrence shares some of the personal stories and practical wisdom she’s gleaned from authoring a new biography of Ken Blanchard being released later this month!

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Client Spotlight

Executive Coaching for Leaders at Elevance Health

“We consider coaching an investment in development, especially for our leaders as they are transitioning to new roles, expanding their roles, and navigating matrixed working relationships within our company,” says Amber Keen, talent strategy & planning leader.

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INSPIRED EXPERIENCES

Blanchard Community Free Event – November 5

Catch People Doing Things Right: Behind the Book

Join the Blanchard Community for a special book club event with author Martha Lawrence to explore the leadership lessons of Ken Blanchard through the lens of her new biography.