Contact Clifton Carmody
Ready to explore executive or leadership coaching? Request a free, 30-minute Complimentary Conversation below. Questions, ideas, interviews, speaking and collaboration are welcome here too.
What happens next?
Send a short note below about where you are and what you are facing.
Clifton replies personally, usually within 24 hours.
You choose a time for a 30-minute Complimentary Conversation by video or phone.
If it feels like a fit, you agree on goals and next steps together. No pressure, no obligation.
Your details are kept private and used only to reply to you. See the Privacy Policy.
Summary: how to start working with Clifton
The way to start executive or leadership coaching with Clifton Carmody is a free, 30-minute Complimentary Conversation. Send a short note with the form above about where you are and what you are facing, and he replies personally, usually within 24 hours. You then choose a time to talk by video or phone. The conversation covers your goals and expectations, and whether coaching is the right fit. If it is, you agree on goals and structure together; if it isn't, there is no pressure and no obligation. Clifton is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the Advanced Certification in Team Coaching (ACTC), based in Atlanta and working with leaders by video. You can also reach him directly at clifton@mndflldr.com or 1.800.499.1650.
On this page: What happens next · Form vs. email vs. phone · Who this is for · Why coaching · FAQ
What happens after you reach out?
| Step | What happens | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Your note | You share where you are and what you are facing, using the form above. | A few minutes |
| 2. A personal reply | Clifton reads your note and replies personally. | Usually within 24 hours |
| 3. Complimentary Conversation | A conversation by video or phone about your goals and whether coaching fits. | 30 minutes, at a time you choose |
| 4. Next steps | If it's a fit, you agree on goals, structure and meeting times together. | No pressure, no obligation |
Form vs. email vs. phone: which should you use?
- The form above: best for requesting a Complimentary Conversation.
- Email: best for interviews, speaking requests and collaborations.
- Phone: best if you'd rather talk first.
Why talk to a coach at all?
The International Coaching Federation describes coaching as a thought-provoking partnership that helps people reach their personal and professional potential. And how a leader shows up matters: managers account for at least 70% of the variance in employee engagement, according to Gallup.
Who a Complimentary Conversation is for
MNDFL LDR works with leaders who want to lead with more clarity, authenticity and presence. A conversation is a good fit if you are:
- An executive or business owner facing a bigger role, a hard decision or a team that isn't working the way it should.
- A founder growing a company and the leadership team around it.
- A high-potential leader getting ready for the next step.
- An HR or people leader looking for coaching, team programs, facilitation or assessments for several leaders.
Coaching sessions run 50 to 60 minutes, usually by video, and most engagements last three to six months. The first step is always the same: a free, 30-minute conversation with no obligation.
Why coaching is worth a conversation: three data points
| Finding | Source |
|---|---|
| 70% of the variance in team engagement is explained by the manager. | Gallup |
| Training alone raised productivity by 22.4%; adding eight weeks of one-to-one coaching raised it to 88%. | Olivero, Bane and Kopelman, 1997 |
| A study of 43 leaders at a Fortune 500 company estimated a 529% return on executive coaching. | MetrixGlobal, via the ICF Research Portal |
Frequently asked questions about getting in touch.
Is the Complimentary Conversation really free?
Yes. It is a 30-minute conversation at no cost, so you can decide whether coaching is right for you without any obligation.
What should I bring to the first conversation?
You don't need a polished goal. Bring the real thing: the conversation you keep putting off, the habit you can't shake or the decision that feels heavier than it should. When to Consider Executive Coaching has more questions worth asking.
Can I reach you without using the form?
Yes. Email clifton@mndflldr.com or call 1.800.499.1650. Interviews, speaking requests and collaborations are welcome too.