PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND COACHING

Empowering Tech Leaders

For technology-focused companies seeking to elevate their technical talent into strategic leaders, iNStep Consulting is the premier learning and development partner that aligns workforce capabilities with innovation goals. We specialize in bridging the gap between technical expertise and leadership acumen, ensuring your organization stays in step with the rapid pace of technological advancement.

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Simplifying the Tech Maze

Navigating Technological Complexity with Ease

The pace of change in the world of technology is unrelenting. Success requires a team that not only understands the technical depth but adapts quickly to new advancements. iNStep offers targeted training to demystify complex concepts and equip your workforce with the agility needed to propel your organization forward.

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EVOLVING WITH THE FUTURE IN MIND

Future-Proofing
your Organization

As automation and digital services become more prevalent, the ability to adapt is crucial. iNStep crafts strategic training solutions that bridge skill gaps and reinforce leadership, setting your team up to leverage emerging technologies for growth and market dominance.

How We Help

Partner with iNStep to tackle your organization’s growth challenges. 
Our expertise enables you to:

Master new technologies amidst rapid industry changes

Resolve labor shortages by upgrading workforce skills, freeing your team to innovate

Transform technical managers into visionary leaders who drive team success and innovation

Who We Serve

Our services are a perfect match for organizations who are:

Integrating cutting-edge digital technologies

Expanding digital and automation service offerings

Enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability in areas like software development, IT services, and renewable energy tech through learning and development initiatives

JOIN FORCES FOR INNOVATION

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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

"I've worked with many instructional designers over the years and Nicole is truly one of the very best. What makes Nicole unique is her ability to execute every part of the project skillfully. Nicole is an excellent communicator and I look forward to partnering with her on many future projects to come."

Sharon Lo

Senior Training Manager
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Fairfield

"Nicole has shown time and time again that she can listen to the client, and even with the most abstract information, deliver a powerful and professional path forward to a successful and very well received online course. Her commitment to excellence and a passion for training really shines through. Illumen has worked on several challenging projects with Nicole and plan many more in the future."

Tony O’Dell

President
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Illumen Group

"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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"Nicole is a strategic, forward-thinking leader in learning and development. From her high-level consulting skills to her empathy-driven coaching skills, she knows how to pinpoint key challenges and execute on thoughtful solutions."

Devlin Peck

Founder/CEO
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Devlin Peck

"Nicole partnered with classroom teachers to develop engaging lessons that enriched her students' knowledge and intuition. As the building principal, I recognized that our students needed to be more engaged. Through her curriculum, Nicole provided the level of rigor and relevance that established a culture of collaboration and enrichment."

Keith Trawick

School Principal
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Madison County Schools

"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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"Working with Nicole is always a pleasure. Her instructional design approaches have consistently guided our team to produce top-quality training courses. Her attention to detail, creativity, and willingness to go above and beyond makes her an exceptional team member."

David Charney

President
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Illumen Studios

"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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