An accredited program of the International Coaching Federation
CEO: Reclaim Your Strategic Focus
Is Your Team Creating More Work, Not Less?
As a CEO or business owner, you didn’t work so hard to spend your days answering questions your team should be handling themselves. Yet here you are – drowning in operational details while the strategic priorities that actually need your attention pile up.
The problem isn’t your team’s competence. It’s that they’ve been trained to bring every decision to you. And now you’re the bottleneck.
What if you could transform how your team operates – without replacing them? What if they started bringing you solutions instead of problems? What if they began handling most decisions themselves, freeing you to focus on what truly matters?
The Quadrant 3 Leadership Coaching certification gives you powerful skills that transform how your organization functions – creating a more autonomous team while reclaiming hours of your week for strategic priorities.
The CEO’s Dilemna
Success as an individual contributor often comes from having all the answers. But as a CEO, having all the answers creates:
- A bottleneck effect – where decisions and progress depend solely on you
- Team dependency – staff who can’t or won’t think for themselves
- Strategic neglect – no time for the big-picture thinking your organization needs
- Burnout and frustration – as you carry burdens that should be distributed
- Leadership loneliness – feeling isolated at the top with no one to truly confide in
How Q3LC Transforms Your Leadership
Coaching skills create a fundamental shift in how you lead:
- Develop critical thinking in your direct reports through powerful questioning techniques
- Create accountability systems that don’t require your constant oversight
- Build a leadership pipeline that strengthens your entire organization
- Reclaim hours in your week for strategic priorities and personal renewal
- Lead with greater confidence and reduced stress
“We are so lucky to have this leadership coaching certification as a resource for our team. As a consulting agency we are always looking for ways to refine our teams skills and grow in our own coaching practices. We invest with Q3LC certification because we get practical skills that are easy to apply for big results.”
What You’ll Gain as a CEO
Time Reclaimed: Previous participants report freeing up 5-10 hours weekly for strategic priorities
Reduced Stress: Experience the relief of not being the bottleneck for every decision
Team Growth: Watch your direct reports develop into more confident, capable leaders
Enhanced Performance: See measurable improvements in team outcomes and results
Strategic Focus: Finally have the bandwidth to address long-term priorities
Personal Renewal: Rediscover the passion that led you to leadership in the first place
Applications now open for the 2025 Cohorts
Real World Impact
When CEOs develop coaching skills, organizations experience:
- Faster Problem Resolution: Issues get solved at the appropriate level without escalation
- Improved Communication: Clearer expectations and feedback across all teams
- Increased Innovation: Team members who think critically and creatively
- Higher Retention: Staff who feel empowered and valued stay longer
- Stronger Culture: A more collaborative, solution-focused environment
This is Quadrant 3 Leadership
Applications now open for the 2025 Cohorts
Program Details
Program Options for CEOs
Individual Certification
Develop your coaching skills through our ICF-accredited certification program, immediately applying what you learn with your team.
Executive One-on-One
Combine the certification with personalized executive coaching to accelerate your leadership transformation.
Leadership Team Development
Bring key team members through the certification program together, creating a shared coaching language and approach.
Investment
- Individual Certification: $9,995 (or three installments of $3,500)
- Executive packages: Custom pricing available based on needs
- All options include follow-up support
36 hours
Program Structure
5-Week Accelerated Format: Our May cohort is designed specifically for busy executives
Virtual Sessions: Attend from anywhere without travel disruption
Practical Application: Apply what you learn between sessions with your team
Ongoing Support: 3 months of follow-up coaching to ensure successful implementation
NO-RISK GUARANTEE
This program comes with a “No risk guarantee.” If within 7 days you realize this isn’t for you…just ask for your money back.
Ready to Reclaim Your Time and Focus?
Spaces in each cohort are limited to ensure personalized attention.
Or click here to schedule a call to explore these options.
Your Instructors
Marc A. Pitman, CFCC, CSP
The Quadrant 3 Leadership Coach Certification program is designed and taught by Marc A. Pitman, CFCC, CSP. A Certified FranklinCovey Coach since 2003, Marc holds a Masters in Organizational Leadership. He’s also the author of eight books including The Surprising Gift of Doubt.
Marc is a member of the International Coach Federation, the International Enneagram Association, and the National Speakers Association. He currently serving as past-president of the board of the International Coaching Federation’s South Carolina state chapter.
He is committed to ongoing education and leadership development research. And he’s an experienced practitioner. More importantly, he’s actually used the tools in this program to create and grow a globally recognized coaching practice. And he’s excited to show you how you can grow your own practice!
Emily J. Pitman, CPCC, ACC
A Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) and an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with the International Coaching Federation, Emily brings 30 years of leadership experience in business, civic, and faith-based organizations to her life and leadership coaching practice at ejpitman.com.
Known for her strategic thinking, clear communication, and intuitive approach, Emily works with individuals on paths of self-discovery, through seasons of feeling stuck, and during times of transition. She draws on a unique toolkit of compassion, humor, and—yes—a pair of knitting needles to spark momentum and meaningful growth.
An “outgoing introvert” brimming with creativity, Emily is fueled by deep wells of hope and love, traits she weaves into every client interaction.
Applications now open for the 2025 Cohorts
A Central goal of this certification is to provide a diverse experience for all participants and deep exposure to various perspectives and backgrounds. To help make that a reality, a limited number of partial scholarships are available.
If you’re interested in being considered for a partial scholarship, please answer the scholarship question on the application.
