Approximately 39% to 55% of American professionals, including executives and specialists, regard their occupation as central to their personal identity. (Gallup)
CEO and C-Suite Demand for Support: Research conducted in 2026 revealed that 85% of CEOs expressed the need for enhanced personal and professional support during periods of organizational change. (McKinsey & Company)
Widespread Need for Assistance: Although only 13% of leaders’ overall report preparedness for managing change, additional studies show many seek specialized resources, such as executive coaching and tailored transition strategies, to effectively navigate these challenges. (Forbes)
Chip Scholz is an internationally recognized executive coach, author, and leadership strategist. His methodical approach and profound insights are anchored by five core principles: context, clarity, conditioning, choice, and character. For nearly three decades, Chip has collaborated with leaders and organizations facing transition, uncertainty, and growth. Earlier experiences in sales, management, and public affairs provided him with firsthand understanding of how identity often becomes intertwined with roles, titles, and recognition. A layoff later in his career prompted a significant transition, leading him to establish his own coaching practice and shift focus towards usefulness rather than status.
Chip’s writing emphasizes the progression of leadership and personal development. His published works explore phases of self-leadership, the practical application of learned principles, and ultimately, the process of relinquishing control and redefining identity. Across his books—*Small Decisions, Big Shifts*, *Every Dog Has Its Day*, and *Handoffs*—he consistently highlights that transformative moments typically occur quietly and incrementally, requiring thoughtful responses.
Contrary to popular belief, significant life changes seldom happen in dramatic events; they emerge through gradual shifts in perception, behavior, and willingness to adapt. Chip addresses how subtle decisions and turning points contribute to evolving identity. His work examines the journey from action to understanding, understanding to lived experience, and eventually, letting go of outdated patterns.
Through narratives about work, family, and unforeseen disruptions, Chip illustrates that clarity is achieved progressively, one decision at a time. His leadership philosophy is centered around the concept of believing you either lead a transformation or manage a demise.
For additional information: https://scholzandassociates.com/
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