James Berscheit
Leadership coach for new leaders and public sector employees in Virginia
| Hourly rate range | $225 to $300 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | New managersLeadership developmentTeam performanceConflict and difficult conversationsTransitions and new rolesCareer changeJob searchInterview coachingResume and LinkedIn |
| Works with | Managers and Professionals |
| Also coaches | Career coach |
| Based in | Virginia, United States |
| Credentials | ICF Level II Certification in Leadership Coaching; ACC; Master of Science in Administration, Central Michigan University; Bachelor of Science in History |
| Practice | Berscheit Coaching |
James Berscheit is a leadership coach in Virginia who helps new leaders work through team problems and build positive workplace cultures. He is a retired diplomat with 30 years of experience leading complex teams in the federal government and military. He served as a Foreign Service Officer, a Nuclear Missile Launch Officer in the U.S. Air Force, and a Peace Corps Volunteer. He also coaches people who are changing careers or job hunting, using his 20 years as an HR director.
What James helps with
James helps leaders sort out hard team issues and grow their leadership skills. He also supports people going through a career change or a job search.
- Handling complex team issues as a new leader
- Building a positive team culture
- Solving problems with a team or supervisor
- Building skills and a stronger professional brand
- Navigating a career change
- Resume writing and job search
- Preparing for interviews
- Spotting blind spots as a manager
Who James works with
James works with new leaders, team leaders, and public sector employees. He also works with mid-career and experienced managers who face issues in their roles. Some clients are searching for a first job or making a career change.
How James works
James uses the International Coaching Federation method. Each session starts with an agreed topic and works toward actionable goals. He asks open-ended questions to help clients find the root of an issue and a workable way forward. Coaching starts with a free intro meeting, then sessions of 45 to 60 minutes. Packages require a minimum of three sessions, held by video weekly or every two weeks.
Background and qualifications
James has spent 30 years leading people and building teams around the world, mostly in the federal government, the military, and nonprofits. He was a Director of HR offices for 20 years. He served as a Nuclear Missile Launch Officer with the U.S. Air Force, a Foreign Service Officer with USAID, and a Peace Corps Volunteer. He holds a Master of Science in Administration from Central Michigan University and a Bachelor of Science in History. He is an ICF certified leadership coach.
James Berscheit pricing
Programs and services
- Free intro meeting
- One-on-one leadership coaching sessions
- Executive Coaching Package
- Solutions Coaching Package
- Career Transition Coaching
James Berscheit reviews
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He is a retired diplomat and former Nuclear Missile Launch Officer who spent 20 years as a federal HR director.
Best for new or mid-career managers, especially in public service, who face a team or supervisor problem.
Common questions
How much does James Berscheit charge?
Coaching with James runs $225 to $300 an hour. Message James from this page for an exact quote.
What does James Berscheit help with?
James Berscheit helps with handling complex team issues as a new leader, building a positive team culture, solving problems with a team or supervisor and building skills and a stronger professional brand.
Is James Berscheit certified?
James Berscheit lists: ICF Level II Certification in Leadership Coaching; ACC; Master of Science in Administration, Central Michigan University; Bachelor of Science in History.
How long are sessions with James Berscheit?
Sessions run 45 to 60 minutes and start after a free intro meeting. Packages need at least three sessions.
How do I contact James Berscheit?
Send James a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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