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A Note from LaTonya

After relaunching this newsletter, I have received several notes from you about what I’ve been writing. Some of you wrote me about how the conflict article really helped; others wanted to break away from masking.

I’ve enjoyed getting the replies from you. And, between this and being inspired by all of the leaders and coaches I’ve gotten to talk to recently, I’ve decided to do something different.

I'm opening up 10 spots for 15-minute drop-in style connection calls. You set the agenda. You can ask me anything about Coaching Below the Surface, coaching in general, or we can just connect about what’s bringing you joy right now. If you've been enjoying the newsletter, a lot of those same ideas are explored much more deeply inside of Coaching Below the Surface, and you'd be surrounded by an intentional community of humans.

Spots are limited. Grab one here:

And for those of you who've been thinking about joining a September cohort, here are the enrollment windows so you can plan:

→ By August 14 — 10% off tuition + complimentary leadership visioning or business development session
→ By August 28 — standard enrollment rate, spots still available
→ By September 9 — final seats, availability not guaranteed

We're six weeks out, and the cohort is already taking shape with coaches and leaders who are ready for something different, and I genuinely can't wait to be in the room with them.

If you have questions or just want to think it through, a drop-in call is a great place to start.

Talk soon,
LaTonya

Find me on the Leading Below the Surface Podcast and YouTube for more below the surface conversations.

Leading Below the Surface with LaTonya

Most leadership advice stays on the surface. This is where we go deeper. In this newsletter space, I share thoughts on grounded leadership, executive coaching, identity, and the below the surface work that drives meaningful shifts. If you’re navigating complexity, leading through change, or trying to show up more intentionally in your work, this is a space for you. Looking forward to seeing you there. - LaTonya

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