Background:

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• Charles K. Flanagain is a dynamic and influential leader who has spent over 25 years honing his expertise in leadership development. As the Founder of Rise Resiliency LLC, he is on a mission to inspire the next generation of resilient leaders. His extensive experience as an organizational leader, educator, ICF coach and keynote speaker has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor to companies.

• Charles has had the privilege of serving the U.S. Air Force globally for 12 years in the Europe & Pacific Regions, where he led countless personnel towards professional development. As a Chief Master Sergeant, he empowered and inspired his team to become effective leaders themselves. Charles' authentic, bold, and knowledgeable approach to leadership has enabled him to assist numerous innovators who are making an impact in their respective fields.

• With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in today's fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape, Charles is passionate about helping individuals and organizations unlock their full potential. He believes in building long-lasting and effective strategies that enable leaders to achieve sustainable success.

• Whether he's delivering a keynote speech, coaching a senior executive, or facilitating a leadership workshop, Charles brings his unique blend of experience, wisdom, and inspiration to every engagement. His goal is to help individuals and organizations rise to new heights of resilience, creativity, and excellence.

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Please provide a summary of your work history, qualifications, and background:

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• 2021 - Current - International Coaching Federation (ICF), Associate Certified Coach (ACC) 

• 2022 - Current - Authorized Training Partner (ATP) Resilience Building Leader Program (RBLP-T)

• 1993 - 2023 - U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sergeant (Retired) 30+ Years of faithful service ​

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Why would a prospective client want you to be their coach? What are some compelling aspects of your background/career/experience that we should know about?

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There are several compelling reasons why a prospective client would want me to be their coach:

 

1. Deep Expertise: With over 25 years of experience as a leader, educator, ICF coach, and keynote speaker, I have a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in today's business landscape. I have helped countless individuals and organizations unlock their full potential and achieve sustainable success.

2. Military Leadership: My 30-year tenure as a Chief Master Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force has equipped me with valuable skills in leadership, team-building, and strategic planning. I have led teams of personnel towards professional development and empowered them to become effective leaders themselves.

3. Resilience Focus: As the Founder of Rise Resiliency LLC, I am passionate about inspiring future resilient leaders. I believe that resilience is the key to success in today's fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape. My coaching approach is centered around building resilience and empowering individuals to overcome challenges and adversity.

4. Authenticity: My coaching style is authentic, bold, and knowledgeable. I bring a unique blend of experience, wisdom, and inspiration to every engagement, and I am committed to helping my clients achieve their goals in a way that is true to their values and aspirations.

5. Track Record: I have a proven track record of success in coaching individuals and organizations. My clients have achieved significant results in areas such as leadership development, team building, strategic planning, and personal growth.

 

Overall, my background, career, and experience make me a compelling choice for clients who are looking for a coach who can help them unlock their full potential, build resilience, and achieve sustainable success.

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What’s your primary coaching method? What type of coaching do you primarily perform? Accountability, performance, life, health, etc.

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• As a coach, I primarily focus on leadership coaching, which includes a variety of areas such as performance coaching, career coaching, and executive coaching. My coaching method is centered around building resilience, empowering individuals to overcome challenges and adversity, and helping them achieve their goals in a way that is true to their values and aspirations.

• I work with individuals and organizations to identify their strengths and areas for growth, set clear and achievable goals, and develop actionable strategies to achieve those goals. I use a variety of coaching techniques, including active listening, powerful questioning, and feedback, to support my clients in their journey towards success.

• While leadership coaching is my primary focus, I also incorporate aspects of life and health coaching into my approach, as I believe that these areas are essential to achieving overall success and well-being. I work with my clients to develop a holistic approach to their lives and careers, taking into account factors such as work-life harmony, stress management, and self-care.

• Ultimately, my coaching method is tailored to the unique needs and goals of each individual or organization. I believe that effective coaching is a collaborative process, and I work closely with my clients to develop a customized coaching plan that aligns with their specific needs and aspirations.
   

 

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What are some positions you have held in your career that you would like prospective clients to know about?

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• Throughout my career, I have held a variety of positions that have equipped me with valuable skills and experience in leadership, team-building, and strategic planning. Some of the positions that I would like prospective clients to know about include:

• Chief Master Sergeant, U.S. Air Force: I served as a Chief Master Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force for 30+ years, where I led teams of personnel towards professional development, empowered them to become effective leaders themselves, and developed long-lasting and effective strategies.

• Director of Operations, Criminal Justice Organization: In this role, I oversaw the day-to-day operations of a security organization, developed, and implemented strategic plans, and managed a team of personnel to achieve organizational goals through real-life situtaions on a daily basis.  

• Leadership Development Instructor, U.S. Air Force: As a Leadership Development Instructor, I trained and coached personnel in areas such as leadership, communication, and teambuilding.

• Keynote Speaker: As a keynote speaker, I have delivered inspiring and informative presentations on a variety of topics related to leadership, resilience, and personal growth.

• Founder, Rise Resiliency: As the founder of Rise Resiliency, I have built a successful coaching business focused on empowering individuals and organizations to become more resilient, overcome challenges and adversity, and achieve sustainable success.

• These positions have equipped me with valuable skills and experience that I bring to every coaching engagement. I am confident that my diverse background, coupled with my passion for coaching and building resilient leaders, makes me an ideal partner for individuals and organizations seeking to achieve their goals and unlock their full potential.

 

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Do you have any personality or trait assessment certifications?

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• I'm currently certified in Everything DiSC® Certification - A Wiley Brand. 

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Do you have any articles or publications? Have you been featured in any? If so, what were they?

• Currently writing a book on the "25 Loving Leadership Lessons"

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Please list any other information you would find helpful:

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• Additionally, I conduct training on the following: 

• Bias Literacy

• Time Management and the AF Blueprint

• Strategic Warfighter 

• Coaching Resilience Culture