Frequent Asked Questions

Typically, coaching programs last 90 days to six months. Some clients work on an ongoing basis beyond the initial coaching program for continued support.

Coaching programs are designed to give leaders the time and structure they need to make meaningful progress. Programs typically run for either 12 weeks or 26 weeks. Some leaders choose to continue on a monthly retainer after completing their program, depending on their goals. NarrativeShift does not use a one‑size‑fits‑all model. Program length and structure are customized for each engagement.

Strong coaching candidates are leaders who have a clear desire to grow and are ready to engage in a structured process that supports their performance and impact. Coaching is well suited for early professionals building confidence in how they lead, as well as experienced leaders who are navigating a pivot after many years in one company or industry. It is also effective for individuals taking on broader responsibilities or working toward greater clarity in their decision making. We tailor each engagement to the leader’s goals and context.

Yes. Carisue leads all coaching sessions. She works with a limited number of clients so each engagement receives the right level of focus and attention. This approach supports a consistent experience and ensures the work stays aligned with the leader’s goals.

Getting started is simple. We begin with a short intake to understand your goals and what you want to accomplish. As part of that conversation, we walk through the assessment that opens every program so we have a clear starting point. From there, we outline a customized program for your consideration. When you’re ready, you can complete a brief questionnaire and then choose a time on the calendar for your first appointment.

Great question! Career coaching helps you get clear on your direction. It focuses on what you want next in your career and how to move toward it with intention. This might mean a new role in your current company, a shift within your industry, or a full change to something new. As AI reshapes how work gets done, many people are rethinking their strengths, their values, and the kind of work they want to grow into. Career coaching helps you sort through those questions and chart a path that aligns with both who you are and the realities of a changing workplace. Executive coaching supports how you lead and how you navigate what’s ahead. Leaders come to this work when they are stepping into new responsibilities, preparing for nonprofit board service, moving into a different industry, or building something of their own. The focus often includes communication, decision making, strategic thinking, executive presence, or performance. With AI accelerating change across every sector, expectations for leaders are shifting. Executive coaching helps you strengthen your footing, expand your thinking, and lead with clarity in an environment that is evolving quickly.

·       Technology ·       Transportation ·       State/Local Government ·       Energy ·       Financial Services ·       Management Consulting ·       Healthcare

We work with clients across the continental US through remote sessions on Zoom. In the Greater Boston area, coaching can take place either in person or remotely, depending on what works best for you.

Workforce Advisory looks at what’s happening across a team or organization. We gather data through qualitative and quantitative focus groups, in‑depth interviews, and research to understand patterns, challenges, and opportunities. From there, we offer clear recommendations and practical guidance leaders can act on. Advisory gives you insight, direction, and a grounded view of what’s really going on. Executive coaching focuses on how a leader thinks, operates, and makes decisions in a fast‑moving environment. The pace of change is real, especially as AI reshapes roles, expectations, and how work gets done. Coaching helps leaders widen their perspective, see what’s underneath the surface, and make stronger choices. The work strengthens how they communicate, lead, and navigate complexity so they can move with clarity in a workplace that isn’t slowing down.