Bringing Human Being
into Business
Straightforward, heartfelt leadership coaching for organizations & executives who are guided by purpose, impact, & results.
Our Leadership development offerings
Knowing how to successfully navigate VUCA environments is a requirement to succeed in today’s world.
VUCA: Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous
We provide:
Executive Coaching
Coach Training in Organizations
Leadership Development Programs
Coaching in Prison Systems
… and more
WHAT WE BELIEVE
More than ever, leaders need to fully BE themselves…
It will require more than using our minds to be more productive.
We thought the easiest way for you to get to know our style ASAP was by listening to it first-hand. Click below to hear our Founder Eric Kohner on a recent podcast chatting about what it takes to succeed in this revolutionary time.
— Drs. Marijke Dekker, VP Sales, Capgemini University
“I can confidently tell you that I consider ekcoSYSTEM as one of the best companies for culture building and leadership development.”
About EKCOSYSTEM
Eric Kohner, Founder of ekcoSYSTEM is an internationally recognized executive coach, keynote speaker, and is considered one of the “godfathers” of Co-Active coaching.
He’s the culmination of street edge beautifully crafted into a bold-hearted leader, and is passionate about bringing coaching into marginalized or underrepresented communities.
At ekcoSYSTEM, we do more than talk about leadership — we build it. Our services span a full spectrum of leadership development programs, executive coaching, and custom solutions designed for organizations ready to create lasting impact. With a deep bench of world-class coaches and facilitators, we bring decades of expertise in Co-Active coaching, transformational leadership, and experiential learning. From large-scale programs like our signature BADASS Leadership model and Accessment tool, to 1:1 coaching and train-the-trainer offerings, we help organizations cultivate leaders who are adaptable, authentic, and built for today’s challenges.
— Brian Monthie, Agile Coach
“Eric is a masterful connector.”
He not only connects with others, but he is able to connect others to themselves. This is a really strong and important quality not only in his line of work, but just in terms of being human.
ARTICLES & INTERVIEWS
Notes from the field
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The 5 Knowledge Centers
What does it mean to be a full human being? What limiting assumptions do we hold about ourselves as a species that are ripe for disruption? What might be possible if we embraced the whole "human being" in our organizations and communities?
Click below to read the full article about the 5 Knowledge Centers - Head, Heart, Gut, Groin, and Hands.
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Interview with Steph Balzer
I'm really impressed with what Steph Balzer is creating over on her new website, Cento. It's all about bringing her years of experience in journalism and coaching together - very cool!
She just recently added a section called 'Ask a Coach' and I was very honored that she asked for my opinion. Make sure you check it out!
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Coaching for Managers
Coaching for Managers at Capgemini - This week’s program was something truly special.
When I first came into the consulting world over 20 years ago, it was all about being the smartest person in the room. Everyone was competing to prove themselves.
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Exploring the Transformative Power of Coaching in the Workplace
Want to hear more about Eric’s perspective on leadership and the power of coaching at work? Check out his guest appearance on the UpLevel Podcast: Exploring the Transformative Power of Coaching in the Workplace. In this conversation, Eric shares stories, insights, and bold truths about how coaching can shift culture, ignite leaders, and transform organizations from the inside out.