Strong, sustainable leadership is not just what you do – it’s how you think, communicate, and consistently show up over time.

I guide established professionals and emerging leaders in private and group coaching and partner with organizations and academic institutions to strengthen communication, build grounded confidence, and navigate growth with clarity and intention.

Strategic Focus Areas

  • Strategic Decision-Making
    Clarity. Confidence. Direction.

  • Executive Presence
    Grounded. Credible. Trusted.

  • Communication Across Audiences
    Clear. Adaptive. Effective.

  • Writing & Speaking with Clarity
    Precise. Compelling. Impactful.

  • Navigating Transitions
    Steady. Intentional. Forward-moving.

  • Resilience & Sustainable Growth
    Strong. Balanced. Enduring.

  • Strategic Planning & Next Steps
    Aligned. Focused. Actionable.

Ways to Work Together

Coaching, programs, and partnerships designed to support how you lead, communicate, and grow.

  • Private Coaching

    Refined, personalized coaching for how you lead, communicate, and live.

    Work one-on-one to strengthen your voice, build grounded confidence, and navigate growth, transitions, and leadership with clarity and intention.

  • Signature Programs & Workshops

    Transformational experiences designed for growth, clarity, and connection.

    Through signature programs like Rooted & Renewed and Rooted & Rising, develop communication, confidence, and community alongside others on a similar path.

  • Consulting & Organizational Partnerships

    Strategic support for teams, leaders, and learning environments.

    Partner with me to strengthen communication, elevate leadership, and create thoughtful, engaging experiences within organizations and academic institutions.

Upcoming Experiences

Rooted & Renewed: Business Edition

A small-group coaching experience for founders, entrepreneurs, and professionals.

(Coming Soon)

Rooted & Rising

A Guided Growth Experience for Emerging Professionals

Designed for college students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals

(Coming Soon)

Meet Temple

Founder & CEO, Temple Harding Coaching & Consulting

Temple is a certified coach specializing in Leadership, Communication, and Resilience Coaching. She leads with Impact and Resiliency as her guiding principles.

A former media and tenured communication professor, Temple leverages her extensive media experience, including interviews with global figures, and 16 years of teaching to inform her research-based coaching. She is yoga-certified and offers a wellness-centered approach in her work.

She is committed to volunteerism and has led teams in donating their time to food banks and health and wellness events. She runs 5Ks and 8Ks, consumes diverse media, and loves connecting people for networking.

Temple is married, a bonus mom, and a pet mom. She is a joy-seeker and lives by the motto, “Life is good... even when not perfect.”

Private Coaching

Coaching Packages

Clarity Tier

Starter
Ideal for focused support, decision-making, and short-term clarity.

3 Sessions
Perfect for one focused challenge

Most Popular Starter

  • 4 Sessions

  • Build momentum over a month

  • 60-minute 1:1 sessions

  • Goal clarity & action planning

  • Between-session email support

Growth Tier

6 or 12 Sessions  ·  Designed for deeper reflection and forward momentum.

Everything Included

  • Private sessions

  • Personalized session summaries

  • Digital welcome guide

  • Physical welcome gift (mailed to you)

  • Between-session email support

  • Accountability check-ins

  • Access to interactive coaching platform

  • Additional exclusive offers for 12 session packages

Customized Services

Life doesn't always fit into one box. Temple thrives on providing flexibility and smart options — whether you prefer 1:1 or group coaching, communications consulting, or an integrated plan.

“Temple Harding has been a knowledgeable, positive influence in my life. Her coaching skills have helped me identify key areas in my life to focus on to bring my dreams to life. Her patience, wisdom, and gentle nudging are the perfect qualities to help guide me toward a successful future.”

Rhonda Barr
Professional Model & Case Manager

“When I think of Payton Grace Consults, LLC, I think OUTSTANDING! Temple's expertise and knowledge, coupled with her trustworthiness and pleasant personality, have led me to accomplish more in just a few months than I had in all the years I've been working on my book project. Temple is a great motivator!”

Angela Minter
Non-Profit Leader, Author in Progress

“Temple Harding has proven invaluable to my work. From media placement to promotional strategy, consulting, and event support, she has been a game-changer for my live production and media efforts. She is the consummate professional who shares her expertise, heart, time, and network with every client.”

Dr. Ted Williams III
Professor, Media Professional & Theater Producer

Let's Connect

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Temple offers a complimentary initial consultation to understand your goals and see if you're a great fit to work together.

Complimentary First Call
No obligation — just a conversation about your goals

Personalized Approach
Every coaching relationship is tailored to you

Flexible Options
From single sessions to full Growth Tier packages

THE GOOD LIFE

Stay connected to what matters.

Thoughtful insights on leadership, communication, and building a well-lived life—delivered with clarity and intention.