What Happens in a Clarity Starter Session?

By
Gary McRae
June 16, 2025

Before committing to a full executive coaching program, many leaders ask: “What will I actually gain from one coaching session?” The answer: more than you think.

The Clarity Starter is a focused, 75-minute leadership coaching session designed to cut through the noise, surface the real issue, and generate strategic momentum.

Whether you're facing a high-stakes decision, realigning your business strategy, or needing a leadership reset, this session delivers clarity fast.

What the Clarity Starter Session Is (and Isn’t)

This isn’t a sales call or a surface-level chat. The Clarity Starter is a structured, high-impact executive coaching session built for senior leaders seeking insight—not fluff. You’ll leave with:

  • A clarified understanding of what truly matters beneath urgency and complexity
  • At least one pivotal decision reframed through a new leadership lens
  • A visual snapshot of your current clarity ecosystem and pressure points
  • A co-created path forward with immediate, high-leverage next steps

It’s not a teaser or preview of a broader program—it’s a complete, standalone coaching experience. Some clients use it as a decision accelerator. Others book it before entering programs like Strategic Reset or Executive Clarity.

Clarity Coaching Session Walkthrough

Here’s what happens in a Clarity Starter coaching session:

  1. Pre-Session Intake: You’ll complete the Clarity Questionnaire, a leadership diagnostic that surfaces alignment, ambiguity, and overwhelm zones.
  2. Framing the Focus: We begin by identifying the core tension and not just what’s urgent, but what’s important.
  3. Clarity Mapping (using the Clarity Ops Canvas): We may utilize a visual coaching tool that reveals where your time, energy, and decision-making weight currently reside. Most clients uncover trade-offs they hadn’t named.
  4. Strategic Decision Support: Depending on your context, we’ll utilize coaching frameworks such as the Decision Matrix or Strategic Map to unpack options and refine your leadership strategy.

Next Steps & Reflection: You’ll leave with a tailored clarity action plan that often includes coaching recommendations and 1–2 practical focus areas.

Real Outcomes from Clarity Sessions

I gained an entirely new perspective on what I thought was a barrier. Now I see what’s really blocking momentum—and what to do about it. – Vice President, Supply Chain, 2025
I walked in thinking I had a stakeholder problem. I walked out knowing I had a clarity problem. That shift alone changed how I led my team to higher levels. – Director, Operations, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What should I bring into a leadership coaching session?

A: One real challenge or decision you’re wrestling with. That’s all we need to create meaningful progress.

Q: Is this a helpful session for founders and corporate executives?

A: Yes. It’s designed for both. Clients range from startup founders to enterprise COOs and HR heads.

Q: How should I prepare for the session?

A: Complete the Clarity Questionnaire at least 24 hours before your session. No other prep is required.

Book Your Session

If you’re feeling overloaded, directionless, or stalled in decision-making, this session is your reset point.

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