FAQs

Why should I sign up?

Stepping Into Authenticity is a rare opportunity to go through a high-quality coaching program led by two professional coaches alongside other like-minded women. After completing the program, participants consistently share the value of learning with other women and feeling more aligned with who they are. This program is not a way to “fix” you - it is a way to help you get back to who you are at your core so that you can face challenges and opportunities head-on with courage, love, and compassion. 

What does the program include? 

• 8 weekly group Zoom sessions and recordings, focused on carefully selected topics with facilitated learning and discussions (calls are 60 min, with an optional 30 min of additional discussion/Q&A)

• Access to program group shared folder with recorded sessions, course curriculum, materials & resources specifically designed to facilitate connection, introspection, and personal growth

• Weekly communication from Coach Margie and Coach Carol

• Access to Margie & Carol for one-on-one support in between sessions via email/text/Instagram

• Group engagement, support & accountability

What is a group coaching program?

Group coaching is a facilitated process to learn and connect in a supportive and confidential environment, with the guidance of two trained life and leadership coaches. The format itself includes teachings, group discussions, and sharing personal reflections and insights.  Stepping Into Authenticity is limited to 12 participants to ensure a meaningful learning environment with hands-on coaching support during sessions.

What topics does the program cover?

• Core Values

• Vulnerability 

• Limiting Beliefs

• Perfectionism

• Boundaries

• Self-Compassion

• Emotional Capacity

• New vs. Old Identities

• Gratitude & Play

• Celebration

How many women are in the program?

For each round of Stepping Into Authenticity, we allow only up to 12 spots. This ensures both a fun and quality learning environment for the participants, and high-quality engagement with Margie and Carol during (and outside of) the sessions.

What happens if I miss a session or didn’t follow everything? 

We hope you can commit to making all of the sessions live, but we also understand that things happen unexpectedly. Our session will be recorded and password protected for participants (only) to watch. 

How much work is there between sessions? 

Each week includes “homework” - high-quality resources and exercises to facilitate your learning and growth.  Weekly homework takes around 30 minutes to one hour to complete. Participants also have email access to Carol and Margie in between sessions for additional support.

How much does the program cost?

By joining Stepping Into Authenticity, you are making an investment in yourself. The program tuition is evaluated quarterly and published once registration is open.

When and how often does the program run?

Stepping Into Authenticity runs two times per year, typically in the spring and fall. If you are interested in receiving more information on the next round, please complete the interest form above. Thank you!

TESTIMONIALS

“I signed up for Stepping into Authenticity hoping for personal and professional development. I walked away with learnings and tools to apply to every area of my life AND a powerful community of connected women. Carol and Margie lead our class with lived experience, vulnerability, and humor - you will laugh each and every session. They encourage their clients to do the hard work as an investment in themselves; the result feels truly transformational. Not only do I feel more aligned with my true self, but I have the strategies to keep the progress going on my own. I could not recommend this course more.” - Hannah, community engagement manager

“Stepping Into Authenticity was precisely the deep personal hug I needed when I joined. The program offered me an incredible opportunity to make space to dig deep within, to understand what gets in my way of living authentically, and provided tools to act on living in alignment with my truths. I loved doing this work with a dedicated group of women and Margie and Carol at the helm. Their coaching leadership felt effortless and incredibly supportive. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to participate in this program at a time of change in my professional career, as it served to boost me further along my journey and give me language and confidence to follow a new professional path.” - Amanda, senior project manager

“Margie and Carol work wonderfully together to create a fun and safe learning/connection space. This program was absolutely essential for me on my growth journey. It provided the tools and the community to connect with myself on a deeper level and gave me the confidence to truly step into my power. The teachings and tools I now have will be concepts I will continue to review and work with moving forward. This program is made for every woman - the stay-at-home-mom, the budding entrepreneur, to the corporate boss and everyone in between.” - Ashley, entrepreneur

“Stepping Into Authenticity gave me time and space to become a better version of myself. By being part of a group, I learned that I am not alone with the things I have been struggling within my life. I came to resize that I can be me any me that I want to be and that I wear in my core. I now have the power and tools to move forward.” - Katie, educational leadership

“Stepping Into Authenticity proved to be an opportunity for me to rediscover who I am and what really matters to me. Each week we focused on a different aspect of what it meant to live an authentic life, whether it was finding our core values, understanding the strength in our vulnerability, or discussing what it really means to set boundaries. Margie and Carol didn't just lecture and lead, rather they expertly facilitated life-giving discussions among this group of women while providing valuable perspectives and encouragement along the way. By listening to others and sharing our own struggles and discoveries, you quickly learn that you are not alone. The journey for me was difficult and eye-opening, but also so rewarding. I wasn't just taught how to figure out what was important to me or to identify those things that hold me back. I was also given tools for how to reshape my perspective about myself. I learned what it means to not only know who I am but to love who I am. I am not fully there yet, but my eyes have been opened and the tools have been provided for me to continue this journey. I am so thankful for the investment of time and resources from the coaches, and so inspired and empowered by the honesty and vulnerability brought to the table by all the women involved. Thank you for this incredible opportunity.” - Kathryn, real estate

“It was both affirming and inspiring to be a part of a group with other women who were committed to their own authentic learning! I really appreciated the collective approach to learning about such deeply personal topics and the group camaraderie and community that was created. We don't often pause to reflect intentionally on our lives (especially as busy women who are oftentimes integrating various identities- i.e. mom, employee, leader, etc.) so to do so alongside such smart women was a real honor.” - Braelin, educational leadership

“The content for Stepping Into Authenticity is so relevant for my continued growth as a leader. As I think about my own goals, both personal and professional, the topics covered, tools, and conversations directly affect how I approach challenges and opportunities. Margie and Carol lead thought-provoking discussions around the subjects of vulnerability and authenticity. Each week I walk away with practical tools to break through barriers that may be holding me back as a leader. Learning this way in a group setting has been so rewarding because in our discussions we discover that we are not alone in our challenges. Peer support and personal coaching have been amazing and so helpful. Connections made in the group provide ways for accountability and learning from each other.” - Robin, nonprofit executive

“I truly appreciate the work Margie and Carol have done in building and facilitating my Stepping Into Authenticity group.  They’ve curated a thoughtful and revealing process into self-discovery.  I had no idea the depths we would go to identify the root cause of thoughts and behaviors that prevent us from leading our lives through self-love and authenticity.  It’s been painful and rewarding to be able to reshape beliefs and practices about myself that were misinterpreted or developed through false expectations or shame.  And the highlight of this experience has been able to do this type of discovery in such a safe space.  Thank you for everything!  Let's continue to do the work.” - Shayne, ecommerce

“Margie and Carol have created a fantastic program that has helped me to grow in both my personal and professional life.  The topics are well presented and relevant regardless of what your occupation or family situation is.  I've learned a ton - both from the educational component of each lesson, but also from the group discussions, where I've had a chance to hear more about what motivates and what holds back the great group of women in the course.  From the first class you start defining what is important to you, and from there explore topics like vulnerability, limiting beliefs, and perfectionism to help you understand what may be holding you back from living (and leading) authentically.  I have really enjoyed the program and am excited to take forward and build upon what I've learned.” - Emily, accounting

“Stepping Into Authenticity -expertly lead by Coach Margie and Coach Carol-was educational, inspiring, and, ultimately, transformational. While I was familiar with many of the topics covered, I didn’t embody them personally until I dedicated my time and energy to each week’s teaching and to the practical and reflective homework assignments. Each session revealed a new perspective, leading me to a deeper understanding of how to become my more authentic self. In particular, honing in on my current core values felt like a rebirth which was exciting; these values continue to help me to shape each day. I greatly appreciated Margie and Carol’s thoughtful support and encouragement throughout the program. If you are ready to love yourself more, learn from and connect deeply with other women, and make lasting change in your life, I highly recommend this program!” - Kelly, retired investment professional