PROGRAM DETAILS

Executive Coaching - Lead with Clarity. Act with Confidence

by John McCracken

English

1-1 Program

1 x 45min, on-demand

Free for 1 sessions

Overview

What you'll achieve

Greater self-awareness and clarity about your leadership identity and values

Expanded ability to lead through complexity, change, and high-stakes decisions

Stronger presence and influence with teams, peers, and senior leaders

Practical strategies for managing difficult people and protecting your leadership energy

Practical frameworks for navigating challenging team dynamics and organizational environments

Honest examination of career direction and what your next chapter looks like

Concrete action plans tied to your specific goals and growth edges

A confidential space to think, reflect, and develop without agenda or judgment

Who this is for

Leaders and Executives

Program structure

1. Month 1 — Foundation

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Establish goals, define values, and assess your current leadership landscape

2. Months 2–4 — Development

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Deep work on your identified growth edges, challenges, and opportunities

3. Months 5–6 — Integration

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Consolidate gains, build sustainability, and prepare for what's next

4. 60 Minute Session Duration

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Sessions are 60 minutes, scheduled bi-weekly at a mutually agreed time

5. Virtual

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Sessions conducted via video call

What you'll need

Verified Top Expert

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John McCracken

Executive Coaching for Your Success

Location

Washington DC area, Virtual, United States

Experience

35 years experience

"

I know what it's like to wake up in the middle of the night wondering how to do it all—and do it well.

 

In my Navy career, I inherited one of the most underperforming commands in the Reserve. Morale was broken, performance was low, and everyone expected more of the same. But I knew something had to change—and it started with me.

Within two years, we were selected as the "Best Large Naval Operational Support Center," not because I had all the answers, but because I learned to lead differently: with vulnerability, strategy, and an unwavering commitment to bringing out the best in others.

 

Today, I coach transitioning service members, professionals, and leaders who are facing their own "command moments"—those pivotal times when you need to dig deep, rebuild confidence, and find a sustainable path forward. With 35+ years of military and federal leadership experience and certification as a DoD Executive Coach, I help clients become more resilient, confident, and powerful. I lean on my hard-won lessons to ask powerful questions and draw out what's already within you—the power to transform.

 

My approach is straightforward: we'll identify your values and goals, understand what's holding you back, develop practical strategies, and build the mindset you need to thrive—not just survive. Whether you're transitioning from military service to what's next, stepping into a bigger leadership role, dealing with a challenging workplace, striving for healthier work-life balance, recovering from burnout, or ready to stop proving yourself and start owning your success, I'm here to help.

 

You've already done the hard work to get where you are. Now let's make sure the next chapter is your best one yet.
 

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FAQs

Still need more clarity? Here are answers to some commonly asked questions.

Is this therapy or counseling?

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No. Coaching is forward-focused and action-oriented. We work on your professional growth and leadership effectiveness, not clinical concerns.

What if I need to reschedule a session?

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Life happens. Sessions can be rescheduled with reasonable advance notice.

How do I know if this is right for me?

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That's exactly what the discovery call is for. There's no obligation and no pressure.

How does payment work?

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Coaching is billed monthly at the start of each month. Program 1 is $675/month for the duration of the six-month engagement.

What is your cancellation policy?

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Either party may cancel with 30 days written notice. No partial month refunds, but you will not be billed beyond your notice period.