Coaching, assessments, and training for PROFESSIONALS, ENTREPRENEURS, & TEAMS

Lead with Purpose. Live with Peace. Build Systems that Sustain Both

The CLARITY Framework™ turns purpose into practical systems that keep you focused, fulfilled, and free from burnout.

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Program & Services

For Individuals: Coaching

Outcome: Gain clarity, purpose, and direction in your career and life.

Description: Our coaching programs guide ambitious professionals through the CLARITY Framework™ to break free from burnout, build confidence, and create a purpose-driven roadmap.

Start Your Clarity Journey: Book A Clarity Strategy Call

For Organizations – Professional Development

Outcome: Build stronger leaders, improve team alignment, and increase staff wellness.

Description: From leadership workshops to DISC assessments, we deliver customized professional development that equips leaders and teams to communicate effectively, lead with confidence, and achieve sustainable results.

Learn more about our PD programs: Empower Your Team

For Students – Youth Development

Outcome: Equip young leaders with skills to thrive in school, career, and life.

Description: Our student programs provide engaging, practical experiences that build resilience, leadership, and self-awareness—preparing the next generation to lead with clarity and purpose.

Learn more about our student Programs: Equip Future Leaders

ASSESSMENTS

Assessments are more than tools—they’re gateways to clarity. Whether you’re an individual seeking self-discovery, an organization strengthening leadership, or a student building confidence, our assessments provide the foundation for transformation.

Our Options Include:

DISC Assessment – Understand communication styles and strengthen team dynamics
Strengths Assessments – Identify natural talents and leverage them for career and leadership success.
Student Development Tools – Help young leaders uncover their gifts and grow with confidence.

How They Integrate:

In Coaching, assessments provide personal insights that guide your clarity roadmap.
In Professional Development, they empower leaders to recognize strengths and lead with purpose.
In Student Programs, they give youth a head start on self-awareness and leadership skills.

Meet Nicole "Dr. Nic" Rankine

Dr. Nicole Rankine: Adjunct Professor, Leadership and Personal Growth Coach, Author, Entrepreneur, and Empowerment Speaker.

Nicole “Dr. Nic” Rankine is a leadership consultant, professor, and personal-growth strategist dedicated to helping people live and lead with clarity. As the Founder and CEO of The COLE Academy of Personal Growth and creator of the CLARITY Framework™, she equips individuals, organizations and students with tools to align purpose with action.

With over 20 years of experience in education, leadership development, and coaching, Dr. Nic has worked with school districts, universities, municipalities, and professionals nationwide. Her practical, results-driven approach blends academic expertise with real-world impact—empowering ambitious achievers, leaders, and young people to thrive.

What Are People Saying?

M. Fenton

University Director

M. Fenton

Amazing session on "Leading through a Crisis" Understanding the importance of coming out of your comfort zone and stretching yourself in order to grow and reflect on how you can be the best you! Onward and upward

J. Neal

University Director

M. Fenton

Dr. Rankine was selected to provide leadership training to more than 200 students from across the district. Dr. Rankine was very professional, energetic and knew how to keep over 200 students motivated throughout the entire day. Information shared with the students was something they could currently use, as well as apply to their post secondary endeavors. Dr. Rankine and her team was well received by the students, teachers and DeKalb County's CTAE leadership team.

University Director

It was a safe place to discuss DEI for those who wanted to share and Dr. Rankine did not make it uncomfortable for those who did not. I felt like she covered the topic with much knowledge and common sense that everyone enjoyed hearing or participating in such a relevant topic. I believe that we all came away with some tools to make our world a better place.

HS Student

Jason. B - Educator

University Director

Dr. Rankine was great! Our entire class had a great time and stayed engaged as we learned more about each other and leadership. I wish we had more time to finish every exercise because it was so great!

Jason. B - Educator

Dr. Nicole Rankine captured the attention of my students quickly and kept the energy flowing throughout. She was passionate about leadership, engaging with the students, and created an environment that was inviting, warm, and full of learning. My students spoke very highly of Dr. Rankine and enjoyed their time with her thoroughly.

College Faculty

Jason. B - Educator

What I appreciated most about Dr. Rankine's session was that I received a better understanding of why as an instructor I need to meet the needs of my students and how to actually get there.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please contact us if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What sets your professional development workshops apart for the others?

We build systems that align with purpose, not just tasks.
Interactive and Engaging Activities: Our workshops are designed to be highly interactive, ensuring that participants are actively involved in their learning. We use a variety of activities, from team-building exercises to hands-on problem-solving tasks, to keep engagement high and learning impactful.
Customized Content: We tailor our workshops to meet the specific needs and goals of your organization. By understanding your unique challenges and opportunities, we create a customized experience that directly addresses your team's growth areas.
Experienced Facilitators: Our workshops are led by seasoned professionals with extensive experience in leadership development and team dynamics. They bring a wealth of knowledge and real-world insights, making the learning experience both practical and inspiring.
Focus on Soft Skills: We emphasize the development of crucial soft skills such as communication, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution. These skills are essential for effective leadership and team cohesion, and our workshops provide practical tools and techniques to enhance them.
Sustainable Growth: We don't just aim for short-term improvements. Our workshops are designed to foster a growth mindset and continuous learning, equipping your leaders with the skills and motivation to drive long-term success for your organization.
Engaging Learning Environment: Our workshops create a safe and supportive environment where participants feel encouraged to share ideas, take risks, and collaborate. This atmosphere fosters creativity and innovation, leading to meaningful breakthroughs and lasting change.

What does a personal growth coach do?

A personal growth coach is a professional who creates and oversees strategies that help people achieve goals. Personal development coaches use psychological and behavioral insights to make recommendations for individuals striving to succeed in a certain area of life.

When should we meet with you?

Personal growth coaching is designed to help clients improve key elements of personal growth, like improved self-awareness, confidence, upskilling, communication, and positive thinking. Contact us when you have a desire for yourself or your team/students to increase their soft skills.

Can you guarantee that my team/students will reach their goals?

No one can ethically offer this guarantee. However, we can work with your leaders/students to shape their activities and application to give them their very best chance.

Lead with Purpose. Live with Peace. Build Systems that Sustain Both

Where Purpose Meets Systems

Program & Services

For Individuals: Coaching

For Organizations – Professional Development

For Students – Youth Development

ASSESSMENTS

Meet Nicole "Dr. Nic" Rankine

What Are People Saying?

M. Fenton

University Director

M. Fenton

J. Neal

University Director

M. Fenton

University Director

University Director

University Director

HS Student

Jason. B - Educator

University Director

Jason. B - Educator

Jason. B - Educator

Jason. B - Educator

College Faculty

Jason. B - Educator

Jason. B - Educator

Frequently Asked Questions

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