Helping leaders be their best

  • Gain clarity
  • Build skills
  • Accomplish goals
  • Process thoughts
  • Improve decision-making
  • Identify blind spots
  • Increase self-awareness
  • See new possibilities
  • Go further

– Chief of Staff, Oklahoma Department of Human Services

A Pioneering Coach.

As the Leadership Trainer & Workplace Coach for the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, I created and oversee the first-of-its-kind internal coaching program for a state agency in the history of Oklahoma state government.

A Prepared Partner.

I am a Professional Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation and a Certified Team Coach and Certified Change Leadership Coach through the prestigious Center for Executive Coaching.

I hold two master’s degrees and multiple certifications covering such topics as organizational leadership, systems theory, conflict resolution and mediation, counseling, communication, project management, personality development, and leader-employee relationships.

An Experienced Leader.

With over 30 years experience on the frontlines of leadership, I’ve been where you are and I know the challenges of leading people and systems. I have a long list of accomplishments and an even longer list of mistakes. Through it all, I have created a track record of serving others with integrity, empathy, and wisdom and gained a reputation for helping leaders and teams maximize their potential.

Services

How can I best serve you and/or your team?

Executive & Team Coaching

Coaching for individual leaders and/or leadership teams that improves performance.

Leadership Training

Training that equips and empowers organizations to accomplish their goals with skill and integrity.

Keynote Speaking

I have keynoted multiple national events and numerous regional conferences.

Guest Preaching

As a former preacher, it is always an honor to serve a church through fill-in preaching, interim preaching, or guest speaking.

What People Say

  • “Rusty provides a truly safe space to work on things I wanted to work on and flexibility to coach me during challenges I didn’t expect to come up. He is organized and structured but intuitively explores needs as they arise. I am so grateful for this opportunity to develop through Rusty’s coaching sessions and recommend it to anyone wishing to grow in their leadership.”
  • “Rusty is very thoughtful and considerate and listens very well.”
  • “Rusty is good at identifying what is important.”
  • “Rusty pushes me in the right direction to help me figure things out for myself.”
  • “Every meeting had an outcome of action steps, and I always felt empowered after each meeting. I would highly recommend Rusty as a coach!”
  • “The coaching was highly effective, and I can’t say enough about what a wonderful resource Rusty is.”
  • “The knowledge I’ve gained from our coaching sessions has been monumental in helping me build my tool box, and I’m forever thankful.”
  • “As a result of coaching, I am managing my stress more effectively, I am coaching one of my employees to have a more positive mindset, and I have created a culture that has our team working together better.”
  • “The skills and confidence I’ve gained because of you have made a lasting impact on me. I truly appreciate the time and effort you have invested in my development and helping me grow better and better every day.”

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Blog

Thoughts on leadership, coaching, church, and spirituality.

  • The 5 Enemies of Greatness

    Legendary football coach Nick Saban considers the following attitudes to be enemies of greatness… 1. Entitlement 2. Lack of Discipline 3. Circumstances over Vision 4. Self-Pity 5. Complacency

  • I Turned Down What and Who?!

    Have you ever said “No” to an amazing opportunity and later asked yourself, “What did I just do?!” I recently turned down the possibility of becoming an executive coach for a large and well-known company with a famous leader. They were very interested in me joining their organization, but it would require me to move.…

  • What Self-Mastery Makes Possible

    From The Daily Coach… In September 2022, Roger Federer walked off the tennis court for the final time. Tears streamed down his face as he held the hand of his greatest rival, Rafael Nadal. It wasn’t just the end of a legendary career. It was the closing chapter of one of the most disciplined transformations…

  • Feeling Flat?

    Well, it finally happened. Since I travel a lot for work, I am always mindful of potential car problems, especially flat tires. I’ve had a pretty good run of no issues, but last week, when traveling home from a training event, I inadvertently ran over a nail and got a flat tire. So, I found…

  • Are You Curious About My Business? [VIDEO]

    Several months ago, I was featured on the Founders Future podcast and had the opportunity to talk about my side-business, Tugman Coaching & Consulting, LLC. Check it out and let me know what you think…