Walter Crawford

Leadership coach · Washington, DC · virtual

Credentials they list: Birkman

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"Walter partners with leaders on all levels in local governments, non-profits, and mid to large size organizations to inspire a journey of learning and development." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Executive and Leadership Coaching with Walter Crawford
leaders on all levels in local governments, non-profits, and mid to large size organizations		 insights from 20+ years HR and operations leadership · leadership development training · strategic management · organizational structure · process improvements on request
Coaching Circles for Changemaking Leaders
Entrepreneurs, Managers, Women, Executives		 6 sessions · 24 weeks · initial assessment of goals, values, strengths, challenges, and opportunities · monthly 90 minute group meetings with ~10 members by video · summary notes after each session · pre-session exercises and post-session assignments · unlimited contact between sessions via the a)plan app $250

As published on their website, read Sep 30, 2026.

Where they fit

StudentsEarlyMidManagerDirectorVP / C-suite
Resume and LinkedInnononononono
Interviews and offersnononononono
Job search strategynonononoyesyes
Career direction and changenonononoyesyes
Leadershipnonononoyesyes
Personal brandnononononono

How they work

Process
Initial assessment of goals, values, strengths, challenges, and opportunities · Monthly group meetings with peer coaching and feedback · Set intentions and new behaviors for next month
Assessments
Leadership Circle Profile 360, Birkman Method
Before coaching
c-level executive, DC government; human resources and operations leadership, public and private sector (20 years)

Do it yourself, or hire a coach?

Doing it yourselfUsually enough whenA coach earns the fee when
Job searchA target list, a weekly plan and steady outreach. Callings builds the weekly plan and tracks every application, free.Interviews are coming in.Three months without traction, or a senior search that runs on your network.
Career directionWeeks of reading and conversations about roles that fit. Callings can show your strengths and the pay for each role.You already have two or three target roles.You do not know what comes next, or you want structure and a formal assessment.
LeadershipPeer groups, feedback from your manager, reading.You have a mentor who has done the job.A first management role or a bigger team, often paid for by the employer.

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Questions to ask before hiring

  1. If I land a job partway through, what happens to the sessions I have not used? (multi-session package)
  2. What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
  3. Which body issued your credential, and can I check it there? (credential listed)
  4. Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)

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