Rick Shaum

Leadership coach · Englewood, CO · in person and virtual

Credentials they list: DISC

"Imperfect people helping imperfect schools pursue a perfect mission. Matthew 28." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Feed the Need
Christian schools and ministries
service-driven fundraising experience · unites school around hands-on impact · generates meaningful revenue on request
30-IN-3
Christian schools and ministries
3-day turnaround · focused three-day campaign · raise $30,000 · activate core supporters with clarity and urgency on request
Night of Impact
Christian schools and ministries
story-centered gala and auction experience · captures hearts · elevates vision · invites transformational generosity on request
Strategic Planning
Christian schools and ministries
help leadership define direction · name destination · align funding with vision on request
Capital Campaign
Christian schools and ministries
structured multi-phase effort · fund major vision · guide strategy, case, and ask · feasibility through celebration on request
Leadership Coaching - Executive Leadership Track
Christian leaders in advancement
24 weeks · six-month formation and coaching experience · grounded in theology · strengthened by practice · consistent coaching on request
Leadership Coaching - Development Track
Christian leaders in advancement
24 weeks · six-month formation and coaching experience · grounded in theology · strengthened by practice · consistent coaching on request
Leadership Coaching - Admissions Track
Christian leaders in advancement
24 weeks · six-month formation and coaching experience · grounded in theology · strengthened by practice · consistent coaching on request
Advancement Planning - Essential
Christian schools and ministries
assessment of advancement work · name priorities · roadmap for action on request
Advancement Planning - Comprehensive
Christian schools and ministries
assessment of advancement work · name priorities · fully aligned strategy roadmap on request

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

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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
Set the Vision · Feasibility Study · Facility and Asset Plan · Case for Support · Silent Phase · Public Phase

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.

Times are our estimates. Try Callings.

Questions to ask before hiring

  1. What does it cost in total, and what is included? (no published price)
  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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