Leadership Development Programs for Mid-Career Executives

Build the leadership range required for the next level of executive responsibility. Ascent Performance Trainings helps mid-career leaders strengthen emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, communication, change leadership, and team performance through practical workshops, 1:1 coaching, real-world simulations, and reinforcement that turns learning into measurable workplace behavior.

Leadership development workshop for executives

Our Leadership Development Programs Services

Integrated leadership programs for executives who need practical skills, coaching, reinforcement, and measurable performance improvement.

Leadership Training

Dynamic leadership training builds confident, emotionally intelligent, results-driven leaders through workshops, simulations, strategic thinking, change management, coaching skills, communication, inclusive culture, and personalized action planning.

Leadership Academy

A transformational 10-week leadership development certification program for current and aspiring leaders, combining case-based workshops, coaching, emotional intelligence, decision-making, influence, collaboration, and post-program reinforcement.

1:1 Coaching

Personalized executive coaching helps leaders strengthen presence, communication, leadership behaviors, accountability, and real-time decision-making through focused sessions tailored to individual goals and workplace challenges.

Team Performance

Team performance programs help leadership teams align around purpose, trust, accountability, collaboration patterns, conflict navigation, hybrid dynamics, and continuous improvement practices that improve execution.

Executive Communication

Communication and presentation training develops executive presence, persuasive messaging, storytelling, board-level communication, Q&A confidence, virtual presentation skills, and influence in high-stakes business conversations.

EQ & Inclusion

DEI, emotional intelligence, and cultural intelligence training strengthens inclusive leadership, psychological safety, cross-cultural communication, self-awareness, relationship management, and leadership effectiveness in diverse organizations.

Executives collaborating during leadership training

Our Leadership Development Process

Assess Leadership Priorities

We begin by understanding your executives’ current responsibilities, leadership challenges, business environment, and desired outcomes. DISC, EQ, team dynamics, and stakeholder input can help identify the behaviors that will create the greatest performance lift.

Design the Learning Path

Deliver Practical Training

Coach Real Application

Reinforce Measurable Change

Results That Stick

Success Stories

Programs are designed to improve leadership behavior, team performance, confidence, and measurable business outcomes.

"The training was dynamic, incredibly engaging, and practical—but what really impressed us was the post-training support. Most programs leave you after the workshop, but Ascent Performance ensured our team had the reinforcement and coaching needed to sustain long-term success. Highly recommended!"

Chief Revenue Officer
Chief Revenue Officer

"This wasn't just another sales training—it was a game-changer. The strategies we learned were immediately applicable, and the post-training follow-up ensured we didn't just retain knowledge but actually applied it. Our team's performance and closing rates have never been higher!"

VP of Sales
VP of Sales
The Ascent Difference

Why Choose Ascent Performance Trainings?

A practical, outcome-focused approach to developing confident executive leaders.

Expertise

Programs are shaped by Tim Carlisle’s 30+ years of proven leadership training expertise.

Global Reach

Training has been designed and delivered across 75+ countries and diverse B2B industries.

Blended Learning

Workshops, coaching, virtual sessions, and self-paced learning meet busy executive schedules.

Lasting Impact

Eight-week reinforcement helps leaders apply new behaviors and sustain measurable improvement.

Meet The Leadership Expert

Led by globally recognized founder Tim Carlisle.

Portrait of Tim Carlisle, Founder of Ascent Performance Trainings

Tim Carlisle

Founder

Tim Carlisle is the Founder of Ascent Performance Trainings and a globally recognized authority in sales and performance training with over 30 years of proven expertise. With deep mastery across Sales, Sales Management, Sales Leadership, and Sales Enablement, Tim has designed and delivered transformative training programs in over 75 countries, equipping thousands of professionals across industries including technology, financial services, and oil and gas. An award-winning sales professional and leader, he combines practical techniques with motivational coaching to drive measurable results for both individuals and organizations. Tim is also the author of two books, PERFORM Leadership and The Inner Game of Performance, further cementing his reputation as a trusted, results-oriented training partner for organizations worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 5 E's of leadership development?

While Ascent Performance Trainings does not use a specific "5 E's" framework, their leadership development programs cover core competencies that align with effective executive growth: emotional intelligence, executive communication, engagement and team performance, evidence-based decision-making, and enterprise collaboration. Programs are built around practical skill-building, real-world simulations, and reinforcement to translate these competencies into measurable workplace behavior.

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Still Have Leadership Questions?

Speak with us about your executive development goals.

Certified & Proven

Awards and Recognition

Proprietary Ascent Performance Training Certificate

Ascent Training Certificate

Completion credential for Ascent leadership programs.

Award-winning sales leadership recognition

Award-Winning Leadership

Recognition for proven sales and leadership expertise.

PERFORM Leadership published author recognition

Published Author

Published thought leadership from Tim Carlisle.

Develop Your Next Level of Leaders

Tell us about your leaders, business goals, and preferred learning format. We will help shape the right program path.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (832) 867-1333.