Leading From Solid Ground
A leadership journey for twelve committed professional women, who are ready to go from pressured and overwhelmed to confident, effective and fulfilled—out of the role of SME to that of seasoned Senior Leader.
You’re an expert—brilliant at what you do, yet leading a team?
That’s a whole new ballgame.
This first-ever, 5-month program is designed to strengthen your capacity to lead with clarity, develop yourself and team, and create exceptional results for years to come.
Making the leap from subject matter expert to people leader can feel challenging, overwhelming, and something you’re not yet prepared for—suddenly …
what got you here, won’t get you there.
Is this you?
Rushing around to put out fires, knowing you’re actually meant to be leading strategically, advancing key objectives and growing your team.
Wondering how to elevate yourself—how to take on your new role within the team while also motivating and inspiring those around you.
Doubting yourself, as if you’re doing something wrong, feeling less productive, ineffective and unsure.
Wondering if you’re the right person for the job, concerned with providing enough value, enough vision, enough efficacy to the role.
Feeling anxious and stressed, worrying about how to get out from under.
You are not alone. These challenges are common for leaders as they transition from SME to higher level people leader.
Your concerns are real. Often we are not shown how to become our “own” leader—rather we’re encouraged to conform, and emulate what we think a leader “should be”. This won’t work.
THERE’S ONLY ONE WAY YOU NEED TO LEAD—AND THAT’S YOUR true WAY.
WHAT YOU CAN BE.
Leading with clarity and strategically leveraging your team.
Developing a high-performing team that drives impactful goals and objectives.
Feeling confident in how you lead, trusting in yourself and the vision you hold.
Inspiring your team, motivating them to create results they can own.
Living in a state of balance, growing those around you through transparency and insightful delegation.
Learning, growing and collaborating with a group of ambitious, professional women who know your challenges, are dedicated to excellence and want to see women thrive.
individuals, teams and companies WE’VE HELPED NAVIGATE THIS whole new way of Leadership
Introducing:
Leading From Solid Ground
This 5-month, intentionally curated group is designed to unearth the inherent Leader within YOU. Throughout your time, Alex will be guiding you to a place of clarity and confidence, the actual wellspring of your own inner wisdom to unearth true vision you’re holding for your life and leadership.
You will leave this program with practical tools and a solid sense of yourself as an effective leader, ready to build your high-performing team and create outstanding results.
This program will not only help you tackle the leadership challenges that you are facing, but also provide you with a supportive community of women who are navigating the same journey. Together, you'll learn, grow, and thrive as leaders.
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WHEN
—11 February 2025—
Session One: 11 Feb ‘25
Session Two: 25 Feb ‘25
Session Three: 11 Mar ‘25
Session Four: 25 Mar ‘25
Session Five: 8 Apr ‘25
Session Six: 22 Apr ‘25
Session Seven: 6 May ‘25
Session Eight: 20 May ‘25
All sessions are via Zoom
3:30 to 5:30pm Pacific
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WHAT
* Eight (8) Live Group Sessions (via Zoom)
* Unlimited Email Access & Coaching Support
* Eleven (11) Coaching Guides based on current learnings
* Four (4) Peer Coaching Sessions
* Twenty-six (26) Leadership Principles & Practices
* One thoughtfully curated group of wise women: this is your personal Board of Advisors—12 engaged, committed and intelligent women who have your back!
* Private 1:1 coaching available—see options listed
We launch February 11, 2025
—Space is Limited to 12 Women—
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WHO
Hello, I’m Alex Cary—the Founder & Chief Transformation Officer of The Map & The Territory.
I coach professional women to move from pressured and overwhelmed to confident and effective in their leadership and life—and I’ve designed Leading From Solid Ground just for YOU.
After thousands of conversations, coaching hundreds of leaders like you—I have developed a set of key leadership principles and practices that take professionals from the unsteady land of overwhelm to the solid ground of empowered leadership.
If you’re curious to learn more, reach out.
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HOW
Option I:
The Full Program Listed
Investment: $2195
Option II:
The Full Program Listed + One (1) 90-minute Private Coaching Session with Alex
Investment: $3495 ($200 savings)
Option III:
The Full Program Listed + 3 Months of Private Coaching with one of our TMTT Executive Coaches
Investment: $5195 ($1500 savings)
Assess your current leadership level and identify the leadership acumen that will take you from overwhelmed to effective.
Create a clear and strategic vision that will keep you and your team aligned, motivated and inspired.
Identify and remove the barriers to becoming the confident, insightful leader you know yourself to be.
Practice and master the core set of principles and practices that unlock your full leadership potential.
And discover your way of leading: unique to YOU, sustainable, meaningful and fulfilling.
TOGETHER WE WILL,
“My work with Alex has been nothing short of transformational. She’s helped me at multiple stages of my career – from finding my way through the transition from individual contributor to executive, from working with one child at home to two, or leading and growing through major organizational change.
I found our sessions both challenging and centering, because she always pushed me to look within and find my own leadership, my own fortitude and my own solutions to the problems and opportunities in front of me.
I’ve been amazed by her ability to not just acknowledge and bolster me, but also help me more quickly see the ways in which I already have the knowledge and strength within myself to grow and succeed in all aspects of my life, but especially in my leadership practice.”
J. Silver
SVP, Industry Marketing, TelevisaUnivision
Imagine yourself leading with clarity, confidence, and motivating your team with inspiration.
Imagine making strategic decisions, empowering your team to perform at their best, and leading from a place of balance, clarity and poise.
Make 2025 the year YOU thrive as a leader and achieve the outstanding results you've been seeking.
This program is NOT for you IF:
- You are overly committed to looking good, sounding smart, or having all the answers.
- You’re not willing to get uncomfortable in service to your growth.
- You want someone else to give you the answers to your life, and leadership.
“It is with the utmost confidence that I can share that I would not be the leader, professional, and partner I am today without Alex’s coaching and guidance.
Her ability to bring me back to what is important while encouraging me to push the boundaries of my comfortability has allowed me to reach goals that seemed so distant just a short time ago. Through centering, feedback, and respectful challenging from Alex, my impact in both my professional and personal life has become something I am so proud of.
The tools and invaluable direction that Alex has given me will continue to set me up for success through all that may come in the future.”
E. Newman
Chief Operations Officer, CFP®, The Atrium Financial Group
This program is for you IF:
- You are game to bring the key C’s of leadership to the group: Curiosity, Courage and Caring—and of course Collaboration.
- You are willing to risk not looking good, get messy and enter into the unknown to discover something NEW—all in service to GROWTH (yours or others).
- You are ready for a BREAKTHROUGH year, releasing the past and creating a visioned future, today.
Frequently asked questions
Who is this program best suited for?
This program is designed for professional women who have recently transitioned from being a subject-matter expert to holding a senior-level leadership role that requires harnessing results through others. If you’re looking to make that transition with confidence—as well as strengthen your leadership, hone your capacity for strategic thinking, while motivating and inspiring others through authentic leadership, this program is tailored for you.How is this program different from other leadership training?
Leading From Solid Ground doesn’t just teach leadership skills—it helps you unearth your true leadership style. This program goes deeper, addressing the outer world skills of leadership as well as the emotional and psychological barriers that leave leaders feeling stuck or unsure. With a strong focus on inner growth, trust, and confidence, the program guides participants to uncover and overcome personal roadblocks, helping them lead confidently, authentically—and effectively.
What specific topics will the program cover?
Our curriculum centers on the unique challenges of this transition. Topics include:Session I: The Map & The Territory—Leadership beyond title, how to navigate ambiguity with clarity
Session II: Where We Learn & How We Learn—Harnessing the power of our team
Session III: The Ladder of Leadership—We are the source of leadership for our team
Session IV: Expectations v. Agreements—Creating powerful communication to inform, inspire and motivate
Session V: Leadership Defined—How declaring who you are as a leader is your superpower
Session VI: Slowing Down for Velocity—Influencing with executive presence
Session VII: Leaders Hold Vision—How to navigate your team from point A to point B with confidence, clarity and speed
Session VIII: Creating Your Path Forward—Removing what gets in the way in service to unleashing what is your way
How many people are in the program?
We intentionally limit this group to 12 participants to foster deep connection, meaningful dialogue, and personalized support. This small group size ensures you get the tailored feedback and attention you need to thrive.What will I get out of this program?
You’ll leave Leading From Solid Ground with:
Confidence in your role and vision as a leader
Clarity around your leadership approach and strategic priorities
Tools and strategies to build a high-performing, motivated team
A supportive network of like-minded women leaders who have your back.
This program will equip you with both the practical skills and inner wisdom to lead effectively and sustainably.
6. How is this program structured?
The program spans five months, beginning in February 2025. It includes:
Eight (8) live bi-weekly group sessions via Zoom
Unlimited email access for support
Leadership tools and guides for ongoing learning
Peer coaching sessions for additional insights, practice and collaboration
Exploration of twenty-six (26) Leadership Principles & Practices designed to strengthen your leadership, enhance confidence and drive effectiveness.
Every session is carefully crafted to tackle the real-world challenges you face every day as a leader.
7. I’m busy—will I be able to keep up with the program?
Yes. We understand that leaders have demanding schedules, so our program is structured with this in mind. Sessions are spaced biweekly, and each includes actionable takeaways to implement at your own pace. Private coaching sessions are scheduled flexibly to fit your calendar.
8. What if I can’t make every session?
We encourage you to attend sessions live to receive results and value. Sessions will be recorded and made available for participants, for continued learning and integration.
9. What kind of support will I receive outside of group sessions?
In addition to our group sessions, you’ll have access to a variety of resources, including tools, exercises, and prompts designed to reinforce each topic. Alex is available for email support to help you navigate challenges or deepen your learning. You’ll also gain a close-knit community of fellow participants, creating connections and support that often extend far beyond the program.
10. Is there an application process, or can anyone sign up?
Yes, there is a brief application process to ensure the program is a good fit for your goals and readiness. After you submit your application, we’ll schedule a 1:1 coaching conversation with Alex. Together you’ll discuss your leadership, what you intend to create in your world as a result of this program, and Alex will answer any outstanding questions you may have. If the program is determined to be a fit, you will be given your first coaching assignment and next steps—ensuring you receive value and transformation from the start.
More about ALEX
Founder & Chief Transformation Officer
Alex Cary, MA is an Executive Coach and the Founder & Chief Transformation Officer of The Map & The Territory, an executive coaching and leadership consulting firm based in Los Angeles, California. Alex brings 25+ years of professional experience, having engaged in thousands of conversations with individuals and organizations across a continent, culture and industry—.... on leadership building, visioning and planning, ownership mindset, critical conversation, accountability and trust. Her work focuses on facilitating leadership programs and providing high-level executive coaching to C-suite leaders.
My professional (and personal) journey was forever changed when I met Alex Cary. I had always had an inkling for my life’s purpose (both professionally and personally) and Alex allowed me to see it with much greater clarity that I could have on my own.
Through Alex’s coaching, I am so clear on my purpose and the path I will take to bring it to fruition. Our personal sessions, recommended reading and ability to make me dig deeper to come into the greatest version of myself through self-compassion and reflection have inspired me to reassess my path to financial prosperity and self-fulfillment.
I am much closer to being my authentic self and understanding what that looks and feel like—Alex was able to unleash the inspiration that lie dormant while I was busying myself with my career. I am forever grateful for Alex’s guidance, inspiration and motivation.
Y. Baez
Head of Industry
Alphabet (Google)
“The coaching that I received from Alex was nothing short of transformational for my personal and professional growth. Through her insightful questioning and challenging, she helped me gain clarity on what brings me joy, and with it a passion for both my work and for my family.
Alex enabled me to see that my focus on the overwhelming amount of everything that had to get done was preventing me from being present in the moment and causing me to miss opportunities to truly lead my team or connect with family.
I learned to slow down and gear up to become a more impactful leader as well as make time to reflect and continually learn from each encounter.”
P. Giurgis
General Manager, Aerospace / Manufacturing Industry
I learned that leadership is not about proving someone is superior, rather it's like walking together on the journey of life and work, together. Through this coaching not only have I grown as a leader but I've become a more open-minded, caring and compassionate person.
Alex is patient, and a great collaborator in having me be more reflective through our coaching.
Y. Cho
Executive Director
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