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Rise Up Framework

If you or your team are feeling stagnant, overwhelmed, unmotivated, disconnected, or unclear, you’re not alone—and you’re not without solutions. These challenges can weigh heavily on performance, morale, and overall well-being. But what if you could shift from simply surviving to truly thriving?

That’s where the RISE UP framework comes in. It’s a proven approach designed to help individuals and teams break free from the patterns holding them back. By focusing on Reflection, Innovation, Self-mastery, Empowerment, Unleashing Potential, and Purposeful Action, RISE UP provides the clarity, energy, and tools to overcome obstacles and achieve growth that sticks

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Reflection–Pausing to Gain Insight

In a busy world, it’s easy to move through life without pausing to understand our experiences. Reflection helps us press pause, allowing us to gain clarity, assess our actions, and refine our approach for a more intentional path forward. True growth begins with self-awareness, and taking time to reflect is an essential practice for anyone committed to personal and professional improvement.

Innovation – Spark Creative Solutions

Innovation isn’t just for inventors and tech companies – it’s a mindset that can transform how we approach life’s challenges. To innovate means to see possibilities where others see obstacles, to create solutions, and to continually adapt. With an innovative mindset, we become more resilient, proactive, and prepared to take on the future.

Self-Mastery – Align Actions with Values

Self-mastery is the art of aligning our actions with our values. It involves developing personal discipline, managing our thoughts and emotions, and committing to our goals. With self-mastery, we learn to take ownership of our growth journey, making purposeful choices that reflect who we want to become.

Empowerment – Build Confidence and Inspire Growth

Empowerment is the confidence and agency to shape our lives. It’s a sense of personal strength that fuels our growth, inspires those around us, and opens the door to new opportunities. When we feel empowered, we’re more capable of making choices that reflect our goals and values, ultimately creating a more meaningful life.

Unleashing Potential – Develop and Maximize Your Capabilities

Unleashing potential is about pushing beyond perceived limits and realizing our fullest capabilities. We each hold unique strengths, and when we learn to recognize and nurture them, we uncover new possibilities for growth and fulfillment.

Purposeful Action – Align Actions with Vision and Values

Purposeful action is about making choices that align with our values and vision. It’s the culmination of self-awareness, strength, and determination, and it transforms our intentions into meaningful outcomes. Acting with purpose brings clarity to each day and ensures our energy is directed toward a life we truly want.

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Hello!

My name is Michael Shoultz

I am the founder and Chief Inspirational Officer of Spirit Rising Coaching. As a leadership coach certified with Maxwell Leadership, a Certified Human Behavior Analyst (DISC/EQ Consultant), and Certified Ethical Influence Practitioner (Cialdini Institute), I’m equipped to help you improve your ability to connect with others in order to develop stronger relationships; improve individual and team effectiveness; and to reach your personal, professional, and/or organizational goals.

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“Exceeding expectations is where satisfaction ends and loyalty begins.” — Ron Kaufman

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What client say about us

"Michael worked with both of my teenage children, helping them understand the results of the College and Career Impact reports. After spending time with Michael, my children learned how to leverage the information in their reports and gained valuable tips and strategies for improving their communication."

"Michael administered and interpreted a DISC assessment for me. He provided insights I had not been aware of after 20+ years as a business professional. Through his coaching, we mapped out growth opportunities for me."

"I’ve had the pleasure of playing the Leadership Game in a session Michael moderated. Besides learning more about ourselves, it is a total joy to experience Michael’s positive enthusiasm."

"Michael’s wisdom and insight helped me to recognize, validate, and honor my own values, philosophies, and desires. This process enabled me to ignore distractions, focus on setting clear goals, and develop a sound plan for life after retirement."

"I can’t say enough great things about Michael and Spirit Rising Coaching. Michael has an easy way about him that makes the material very easy to understand and implement."

"I am so appreciative of Michael’s thoughtful, caring approach in working with staff, students, and families. His efforts have resulted in altering outcomes and improving staff practices. For this, I’m deeply thankful."

"The wealth of knowledge and expertise that Michael brings to the table has been wonderful to absorb. The calm energy that surrounds him has been grounding!"

"Michael is an experienced educator who can guide teams and individuals to set and achieve goals aimed to improve their lives. He is an interesting speaker and effective coach. His recent presentation to the chamber of commerce was engaging, empowering and fun!"

"Wow! Playing the leadership game with my staff was a great experience! I learned more about my team in those two hours than I expected. This will truly help me craft a strategic leadership development plan as I move forward."

"Our group had a very productive experience with the presentation and participation with Michael from Spirit Rising Coaching. He provided a different outlook on interpersonal relationships and team building than the usual seminars we have had."

"Michael is compassionate, insightful and skilled in his coaching and support around professional and/or personal issues. He is easy to talk to and helps guide you to your own guidance. Always a positive experience to receive support and coaching from him. Always positive to just BE with him!"

"I have participated in coaching seminars before but this one was a grand slam! Michael not only delivers valuable content but engages each participant to relate it practically as well. A must experience if you want to up your game or just figure out some of the mysteries in social interactions."

"Michael is a passionate leader, mentor and guide to teams in leveraging their strengths to build a stronger team. If you are looking to enhance your team’s performance, you need to contact Michael."

"Michael is very knowledgeable and informative. After going through the Sales Impact process, I had a better understanding of my strengths and weaknesses and how to maximize my efforts for my business. I highly recommend Spirit Rising Coaching for any business or organization that wants to improve communication and increase sales."

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Michael for several years as fellow entrepreneurs. I have been impressed with the inspirational combination of his professionalism and truly uplifting spirit."

"Michael is a thought leader, he is extremely hard working and passionate about what he does. He has a very high mentoring spirit, and is an inspiration to people he meets. He is a dynamic individual, friendly, trustworthy, who takes time to cultivate a relationship."

"Michael’s teaching style, overall approach, and experience with the DISC assessment was incredibly helpful in empowering me to identify ways to actually apply the findings of the report in my own life. Connect with Michael if you are looking to learn more about your own personality and how to effectively communicate with those around you."

"Michael is an incredible transformational coach and trainer. You’d be very much pleased with his ability to take your business to the next level."

"A huge thank you to Michael who did a fabulous job providing an amazing workshop to the Batavia Chamber of Commerce members. Wonderful turnout and great feedback for the presentation. We were thrilled that Michael provided our chamber members with access to such educational and informative content!"

"Michael is a passionate coach whom works with teams and individuals. Co-workers truly learn how to work best with each other and Michael makes if fun and engaging. His guidance and insight is priceless."

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Spirit Rising Coaching's Proven Process

At Spirit Rising Coaching, we don’t use a cookie cutter approach when developing customized programming to respond to your identified needs. Our proven process starts with a discovery meeting where we get curious, ask a ton of questions, and really listen to what you need and want to close the gap between where you are and where you want to be.

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