The Generative Commons coaching practice is led by Founder & Coach, Lauren Gepford.

Most of the people I coach are capable, thoughtful, and mission-driven. They’ve built real things. They’re trusted. Others rely on them.

And somewhere along the way, the way they’ve been working stopped feeling sustainable, or even enjoyable.

Coaching at The Generative Commons is about reconnecting with what brings you alive in your work and life, while still honoring the responsibilities you carry.

It’s practical, truthful, and oriented toward action, not fixing you and and not endlessly analyzing the past.

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  • Coaching is a collaborative process that supports you to:

    • Clarify what actually matters to you now.

    • See patterns and assumptions that may no longer serve you.

    • Make grounded decisions aligned with your values and intentions.

    • Take authentic action with more ease, confidence, and follow-through.

    Coach is Action-Oriented: Coaching isn’t just insight — it’s practice. You’ll leave each session with a clear, realistic next step that aligns with what matters most to you. Progress comes from doing what you say you’ll do, consistently, with clarity, focus, ease, and grace.

    Coaching is Confidential: Coaching is 100% confidential, including the existence of a coaching relationship at all, unless client’s provide permission.

    Coaching is Not: Psychotherapy, counseling, or medical care, and it is not a substitute for mental health treatment, legal advice, consulting, or financial advising.

  • I work especially well with people who:

    • Carry responsibility and decision-making weight

    • Have outgrown an old definition of success

    • Feel stretched, stuck, or uncertain despite being capable

    • Want to lead, create, or contribute without burning out

    • Are ready to be honest with themselves and take action

    Coaching topics often include:

    • Leadership and professional transitions

    • Decision-making and discernment

    • Boundaries, capacity, and sustainability

    • Creative or mission-driven work

    • Personal growth that impacts how you show up everywhere

    Nothing is “too small” or “too big” to bring into a session.

  • Individual Package

    Free discovery call session to get clear on where you are going and if coaching is a fit.

    • 6-month starting commitment so you can experience tangible results and create real momentum and sustainable change.

    • Two 55-minute coaching sessions per month, held via Zoom, phone, or in person.

    • Handouts, text and email, micro coaching sessions, and support reviewing resumes and job applications.

    • Outside of sessions, you’re welcome to email, text, and request a call under ~15 minutes for accountability, questions, or sharing. If something requires deeper coaching, we’ll schedule time for it.

    • Simple contract for maximum clarity (here’s my sample contract)

    Individual Coaching Rates

    In order to make coaching accessible to people from a wide range of financial positions, I use a sliding scale of $200 - $600/month. To see what investment is right for you, please take a look at my sliding scale rates.

  • The best way to begin is with a discovery call — a short conversation to:

    • See if coaching is the right fit

    • Clarify what you’d like support with

    • Answer any questions you have about structure or commitments

    👉 Schedule a free discovery call here!👈