Elevating Leaders In The Trades
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Empowering trade organizations to develop confident, communicative leaders.

Why Leadership in the Trades is Hard?

It’s hard to keep good people. It’s even harder to keep the very best people.
Team accountability for outcomes—getting the job done on time, every time.
Developing leaders in the field that you can count on, every day, every job.

The good news is, there’s an answer specifically for a leader in the trades.
Elevated Talent Consulting understands the specific problems that cause constant breakdowns for trade organizations. We specialize in helping you solve the problems of leadership, accountability, and communication for everyone in your company.

It’s time for you to optimize your people and your business. A culture of growth turns your company into a place people want to be and are proud to be.

Now, you can kick ass.

How You Elevate Your People?

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Develop Your New Leaders

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Uplevel Your New Talent

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Coaching To Lead Authentically

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Optimize Your People Strategy

Level Up Your Team

7:1 Return on Investment

Every dollar invested in leadership development delivers $7 in returns through increased revenue, retention, and internal promotion savings.

Source: 2023 ROI of Leadership Development Study, New Level Work

23% Higher Profitability

Top-quartile employee engagement drives significantly better business outcomes: 23% higher profits, 18% increased sales productivity, and 78% lower absenteeism.

Source: Gallup Q12 2024 Meta-Analysis

$11.5M Annual Savings

Companies save millions by developing leaders internally—$8.5M from improved retention plus $3M from reduced external hiring costs.

Source: 2023 ROI of Leadership Development Study, New Level Work

7:1

Return on Investment

23%

Higher Profitability

$11.5M

Annual Savings

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Let’s Talk About What’s Possible

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Don’t Take Our Word For It

My experience with Elevated Talent Consulting's Leadership Development Program was phenomenal. As a new executive director navigating significant change management, the program provided invaluable support. Tracy and the team not only offered guidance but created a collaborative environment where I could share real-life challenges and receive actionable insights from peers. The biggest takeaway for me was understanding the critical role of building trust and rapport with my team. The program empowered me to embrace authenticity and create meaningful relationships, which are the foundation of effective leadership. It also reinforced the importance of accountability—both in my responses and in fostering consistency within my team. This program reminded me that growth is a continuous journey. It taught me to appreciate my progress, trust my intuition, and approach my leadership role with confidence and kindness. I am incredibly grateful for the insights and connections I gained.

Cindy BrowningRSVP of Rock County

With a full room, Traci's energetic, thorough, and well-crafted presentation, 'The Great Retention' was not only delivered with extreme professionalism but Traci also did a great job of adjusting as needed based on audience engagement. Our membership is filled with a mix of medium-to-small business owners, executive level management, managers, employees, non-profits, and civic organizations and Traci managed to make the content relevant to all!

Sarah Hurley Cottage Grove Chamber of Commerce

The interaction. There is no wrong answer in this. I appreciate being able to talk situations through. This has helped me be able to stop and take a step back. It is very easy to get sucked into the weeds of a "problem" which isn't really a problem.

Aaron RobbinsNorthStar Medical Radioisotopes

As someone without a formal management title, I used to question whether I could really lead. What this program helped me see is that leadership isn’t about a job title—it’s about how you show up, how you listen, and how you build trust with the people around you. One of the biggest mindset shifts I’ve had is realizing how much my personal beliefs shape my behavior and relationships. When I started questioning those beliefs—especially the ones that triggered frustration—I noticed a difference. I learned to reframe complaints as requests, to allow for silence in conversations, and to pause before jumping in with answers. That alone transformed the way I communicate. I’ve also started focusing less on control and more on influence. I can’t always control outcomes, but I can control how I engage, how I build relationships, and how I hold space for accountability. That shift—from blame to improvement—created a more collaborative, energized team dynamic. This program gave me tools, but more importantly, it gave me confidence. Confidence that I can lead with presence, empathy, and adaptability—regardless of my title. And that’s made all the difference.

Dominique Von WaldBuechel Stone Corp

Coming into the Leadership Development Program, I knew I wanted to grow, but I didn’t fully realize how much of leadership is about letting go—of control, assumptions, and the idea that I always need to have the answer. This program taught me to lead with curiosity, and that single shift changed everything. One of the earliest lessons—finding the 1% in every conversation—helped me slow down, listen more deeply, and uncover insights even in situations I might’ve written off. That mindset spread throughout my team. We started asking better questions, celebrating small wins, and leaning into challenges with a sense of shared purpose. I’ve also learned how to make accountability feel like a growth opportunity rather than a blame game. By staying curious, communicating clearly, and trusting my team with the how, we’ve created a culture of ownership and innovation. We even started using process dashboards and milestones more intentionally, which brought stronger alignment and motivation across the board. This program helped me rewire how I lead. My team is more engaged, more collaborative, and more confident—and I’m leading with greater clarity and calm. It’s not just theory. It’s practical, lasting change.

Jeremy ErvinsJulie Before You Dig

As someone new to both the company and the role, I knew earning trust was going to be my first real leadership test. What I’ve learned through this program is that leadership isn’t about authority—it’s about connection, clarity, and consistency. And above all, it’s about showing up in a way that invites others to do the same. From day one, I started focusing on listening more deeply—really tuning into what my team needed, not just what I wanted to communicate. That shift alone improved morale, reduced misunderstandings, and made cross-department conversations a whole lot more productive. One of the most valuable tools I picked up was reframing accountability. I used to think of it as correction, but now I see it as coaching. When I stopped avoiding tough conversations and started inviting my team into them with empathy and clear expectations, we became stronger—together. Even small changes like walking the floor in the morning to connect with the team, or leading department check-ins with shout-outs, have completely changed the tone of our culture. I’m not just building a team—I’m building trust. And that’s the foundation I’ll keep growing from.

Randy WeinbergerWindsor Building Systems

When I started the Leadership Development Program, I was struggling with how to hold myself and others accountable without it turning into finger-pointing. I wanted to lead with more clarity and confidence, but I wasn’t sure how to get there. This program helped me completely reframe accountability—not as blame, but as a shared commitment to improvement. I started debriefing after projects, preparing better questions, and focusing on what actually worked. That shift alone changed how we communicate and made our outcomes stronger across the board. I also learned how powerful it is to reframe—whether that’s turning complaints into requests or seeing challenges as opportunities. It’s helped me become more intentional in how I show up and how I speak to my team. Calendar blocking was another game changer. It’s such a simple tool, but it gave me a better handle on my time and priorities. What I didn’t expect was how much more confident and independent I’d feel. I’ve stopped second-guessing myself and started trusting my perspective. I’m more self-aware, better at navigating relationships, and more equipped to lead with purpose. This program didn’t just make me a better communicator—it made me a more grounded, capable leader.

Kali HaasBrownfield

I've been facing challenges in growing my confidence as a leader, but this course has been incredibly helpful in equipping me with the tools and exposure I need to improve. I particularly appreciate the examples that Traci shares during our learning sessions, which make the topics relatable and easier to grasp. The role-play exercises, such as the one involving the accountability dial, have been especially impactful as they allow me to see how these concepts apply in real-world scenarios.

Makensey Smith

This was a great overall explanation on the importance of performance evaluations and included many tips and insights on how to make the evaluation process more consistent (monthly one-on-one meetings), and more engaging and more meaningful for the employee.

Jennifer Dylik

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