PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND COACHING

Training Made Simple | Leaders Made Strong

From simplifying complex processes to helping leaders and teams work better together, iNStep Consulting makes training simple and effective. We create programs that cut through the noise, reduce workplace friction, and fuel business growth.

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Our Approach

Training that Works for your Business

One-size-fits-all training doesn’t work. That’s why we design custom programs that give your teams and leaders exactly what they need to perform at their best. Whether it’s preparing new managers, improving collaboration, or rolling out new processes, we make learning simple, practical, and results-driven.

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Our Services

Training & Coaching
that Drive Results

We help teams and leaders build the skills they need to work smarter, lead stronger, and drive business success.

Our Service Programs

The Team Collaboration Accelerator™

Helping UX, Product, and Creative teams work better together

The Leadership StepUp Program™

Training and coaching for new and emerging leaders

Organizational Training & Development

Custom corporate training designed for business impact

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Let’s Work Together

Learning Services

iNStep’s Learning Services are designed to empower your workforce with the knowledge and skills to stay sharp in the midst of change and emerging tech. We simplify complex information and present it in ways that maximize retention, leveraging our deep understanding of adult learning principles to ensure effective and lasting skill development.

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Leadership Coaching

iNStep’s leadership coaching programs are designed to elevate technical managers, equipping them with
the skills and strategies essential for leading high-performing teams.

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CLIENT STORIES

Successful Projects, Happy Clients

Founder Nicole Stephens is PMP Certified with a Masters in Instructional Design.

"I worked directly with Nicole for many years providing multimedia and educational services for corporate and government customers, including NASA, SAIC, and Adtran. I am always impressed with Nicole's professionalism and ability to conceive an idea and carry it through to the finish line. Nicole is the complete package -- project manager, communication strategist, graphic designer, programmer, and problem solver."

Darlene Smith

Communications Strategist/Multimedia Creator
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PCI Productions

"Nicole played such an integral role in the growth of our business. From laying out foundational processes to providing a clear vision for our organizational structure, her ability to plan, manage, and implement highly-complex projects, curriculum, and courses was both impressive and impactful. She brings such a high degree of professionalism to every task she's involved in, big or small."

Nathan Wolfe

Community Manager
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Devlin Peck

"Nicole is result-oriented while staying empathetic to the needs of her audience. She leads projects to ensure that all needs are met by her learners and users. Nicole influences those around her to keep growing in their practice."

Aleksandra Drobik

Learning Experience Designer
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"I’ve had the opportunity to see who Nicole is daily and how she works. When it comes to her approach to crafting projects, she draws on knowledge and experience and applies the most applicable theory and style for the right reasons. When asked, she is gifted in explaining why she makes the decisions she does, down to each detail. She strives for absolute excellence, but I have never seen that desire for quality hinder her progress."

Robbie Christian

Freelance Instructional Designer
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"Nicole can absolutely join a team in a consulting role and offer leadership, mentorship, strategic planning, and project management. But I also believe she is an effective teacher of her ways so that she can coach others to be more effective leaders for the people that they lead on their teams. I really cannot stress how wonderful and how beneficial it is to work with Nicole and how much success she can bring to whatever team she is working with."

Scott Schmidt

Instructional Designer
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Minneapolis Public Schools

"Anyone working with Nicole should know that she is professional, highly skilled, and able to adapt to different team and project environments. She provides an excellent balance of expertise and leadership alongside her capability to work as a member of a broader team."

Bennett Winga

Relationship Manager
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MEET INSTEP

Stepping Forward Together

At the heart of iNStep is a belief in the transformative power of learning and leadership. I'm Nicole Stephens, founder of iNStep, and my 20-year career has been fueled by a passion for unlocking potential—both in technology and in people.

My approach is hands-on, blending strategic insight with practical experience. I've collaborated with teams both large and small across industries, driving them towards achieving not just their goals, but surpassing them, on time and within budget. It's in those moments of collective 'ah-ha', when a team sees beyond the challenge to the solution, that the true value of collaboration and targeted learning is realized.

In partnering with iNStep, you're not just gaining a service provider; you're gaining an ally. Together, we'll explore innovative learning strategies and leadership development to ensure your team not only meets the demands of the digital age but leads with confidence and vision.

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