Coaching & Strategic Support

Coaching & Strategic Support

Unlock your communication potential

At COMPASS, we know that communication can open doors to new connections, new opportunities, and real impact. Whether you’re preparing for a media interview, presenting at a community event, or offering public testimony, our one-on-one and small group coaching can help you build the skills and confidence to meet the moment with clarity and impact.

And because the communication is dynamic, so is our coaching. We tailor each session to help you adapt to changing contexts—whether you’re navigating a fast-evolving issue, facing a high-stakes conversation, or exploring how to bring your voice into a new space. We’re here to help you work through challenges in real time, find clarity in the moment, and even spot opportunities you might not have seen yet.

Our Expertise

Tailored Support

Every individual and team has unique needs. That’s why our coaching is customized to fit yours, helping you craft the right strategy and deliver the right message at just the right time. We meet you where you are—and help you get where you need to go.

Communication Strategy

Not sure where to begin? We’ll help you lay a strong foundation by working together to define your goals, identify your key audiences, and develop a clear, actionable communication plan.

Media Outreach

Need help getting your message out there? We’ll guide you in crafting compelling press releases, handle media inquiries strategically, and prepare for interviews with confidence and clarity, so you can make the most of every opportunity.

 

Policy Engagement

Whether you’re gearing up to testify before policymakers, meet with government officials, or you’re figuring out who to connect with, we’re here to help. We’ll work with you to craft your message, identify policy windows, and connect with the right decision-makers.

Community Engagement

Engaging with your community is key to driving change. Whether through town hall meetings, local events, or other community-focused efforts, we’ll support you in designing effective outreach strategies and building meaningful relationships to foster authentic connections.

Contact Us About Coaching

Ready to unlock your communication potential and make the most of key opportunities? Let’s create a customized coaching plan that aligns with your goals and sets you on the path to success.

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Having someone with a critical eye who knows the science but also how things work on Capitol Hill, someone who can say ‘that’s too much jargon' or explain the proposed legislation or the constraints—that’s an invaluable service that COMPASS provides.

~ Dr. Scott Doney, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute

Working with COMPASS has been unlike any other professional training that I’ve participated in. It’s been really refreshing and wonderful. I feel like I am making progress every time we have a meeting. COMPASS has been so helpful with everything from helping me craft a message from scratch to giving me the confidence to know that it's worth putting in the work.

~ Dr. Jennifer Pollack, Chair for Coastal Conservation and Restoration at the Harte Research Institute for the Gulf of Mexico Studies

Even though I have a communications background, it’s a challenge to analyze your own narrative. The story is often complex, but time is limited, and audiences can be impatient. COMPASS not only helped me improve my content but also helped shape it in ways that people could understand and connect with. [...] It was a real gift to have this opportunity.

~ Risa Pina, PhD candidate in Anthropology from the University of Brasília, Brazil

Working with COMPASS set me out on a journey I never expected to take, and I feel like I could take another couple of sessions and keep learning. The whole prospect of science communication has opened up for me. Looking back at my career, I have probably given 500 presentations. I wish I’d known then what I’d know now.

~ Paul Hessburg, Senior Research Ecologist with USDA-Forest Service