At Next Level -> Next Step, we empower leaders and organizations by delivering practical, research-backed solutions rooted in proven methods and best practices. We believe in sustained superior performance - and that starts by unlocking human potential, reshaping habits, and transforming leadership practices to close gaps and fuel engagement.
We call it our Leadership Triathlon: A dynamic approach grounded in the industry's most trusted tools, including: Gallup® CliftonStrengths®, Franklin Covey® Seven Habits of Highly Effective People®, Wiley® The Leadership Challenge®, DiSC®, Hogan®, Trust at Work®, Insights Discovery, EQ-i 2.0, EQ 360 Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Lencioni's Five Behaviors of Cohesive Teams, and more.
Through tailored coaching, consulting, and facilitation, we help individuals experience meaningful growth and achieve measurable outcomes.
Our approach is fun, innovative, practical, and grounded in integrity - unlocking greatness in leaders at all levels, across industries, and within organizations of every size.
Coaching with a Cause: As part of our commitment to giving back, we offer complimentary coaching on select Fridays at 3PM EST. One manager. One session. One ripple effect. In return, we simply ask that participants Pay It Forward when they're ready.
To participate:
1. Share your full CliftonStrengths report via the Gallup portal
2. Schedule using our calendly link
3. Send a brief email introduction and confirmation to rachel@nextlevelnextstep.com
Ready to take the next step? Let's grow forward, together.
We value Principle-Centered: Hearts & Minds –> We find our ‘true north’ compass in all we do
We will Empower Self -> Empower Teams -> Empower Others
We value Humble & Honest Excellence -> Be Excellent -> Humbly & honestly
We value Positive Proactivity -> Stay positive & take that first step
We strongly value a Commitment to Communication -> It’s a two-way feedback loop with multiple dimensions
We value Creative Collaboration -> We are synergistic & continually seek synergistic, mutually-beneficial partnerships
We Prioritize Fun! -> We remember to have FUN in the big & little things
We Refine Talents with Knowledge & Skills to Evolve Strengths
We value Intentionally Redesigning Habits, Taking Effective Action
We will Model the Way, Challenge the Process & Enable Others to Act
In today's fast-paced, constantly evolving, we stay grounded in a principle-centered approach - meeting people where they are and partnering with them to reach the next level, one intentional step at a time. We know meaningful change doesn't come from shortcuts or quick fixes. It takes focus, effort, and perseverance - whether personal, managerial, organizational, or cultural.
At Next Level -> Next Step™, we believe the most powerful growth comes not from fixing what's wrong, but from building on what's right. We help teams and leaders amplify strengths, rewire habits, and practice leadership that inspires, challenges, and drives results.
Recognized globally, our work is grounded in decades of research and proven practices. Our strengths-based, habit-driven, leadership-focused solutions transform people and organizations alike.
Trusted by: Google, Glaxo Smith Klein, General Motors, Shell Oil, Autodesk, and others
Dr. Rachel Monteverdi brings a global perspective and deep expertise to every engagement. She has trained and coached senior leaders, managers, and professionals at all levels across industries and continents, and is certified to facilitate over 24 transformational programs (*ask for details).
A national award-winning team facilitator, Rachel is known for blending strategic insight with contagious energy Her top strengths - Achiever, Maximizer, Learner, Input, and Connectedness - fuel her proactive and positive approach. She believes in excellence, innovation, and the power of people coming together to do meaningful, positively impactful work.
Rachel loves partnering with teams and organizations that are ready to grow, elevate performance, and (yes!) have some fun while putting knowledge into action.
A note from Rachel Monteverdi: My expertise lies in three core areas-> strengths, habits and leadership.
I believe deeply in human potential - and in our ability to grow, lead, and thrive when given the right tools and intentional focus, despite the circumstances. Whether through facilitating impactful sessions or through executive / high-performance coaching, my goal is to help professionals unlock their full potential across every area of life.
Each of us is born with unique talents. The key is learning to recognize them in their raw form and to develop them into superpowers. How are you nurturing yours?
I also believe habits shape everything. They either move us forward or hold us back. Which of your habits are serving you - and which ones need to shift?
And finally, I believe everyone has the capacity to lead - in work, in life, in family, and in community. What leadership practices are you leaning into? Which ones do you want to grow?
My own natural talents lie in strategically identifying the most principle-centered pathways to excellence, so you can create a better future for yourself and those you influence. How can I help you take the next step?
More information can be found on the Gallup website https://www.gallup.com/learning/certification/en/10622546/profile.aspx – or on LinkedIn - or https://sites.duke.edu/duketrainersnetwork/rachel-monteverdi/
*Key areas include: EQ-i 2.0 & EQ 360 Emotional Intelligence; The Five Behaviors & High Performing Teams; Hogan Leadership, Advanced, HPI, HDS, MVPI; The Leadership Challenge; The Leadership Practices Inventory; Conflict Management, Cornell University; Trust at Work; Insights Discovery; Seven Habits of Highly Effective People; Gallup CliftonStrengths; Positive Intelligence; Employee Engagement; Culture Transformation; Change Management; e2grow, more