Barbara Brown Leadership Coaching
Leadership coaching for people carrying real responsibility.
Barbara Brown works with executives, school leaders, founders, executive directors, and senior professionals who want practical coaching, sharper self-awareness, and clearer next steps. If you are searching for John Maxwell leadership coaching, DISC coaching, or a stronger starting point for executive coaching, Barbara recommends starting first with the DISC assessment and debrief.
John Maxwell certified coach. Former CTO. Statewide leadership experience. Warm, direct coaching grounded in real executive work.
Start here
A simple offer structure that is easy to understand and easy to maintain.
Barbara calls this the Maxwell Leadership Report because, in her experience, it offers more than a standard DISC profile. It is the recommended first step for people who want clearer communication, stronger self-awareness, and a better understanding of their individual strengths before moving into ongoing coaching.
Maxwell Leadership Report & Debrief
This is Barbara’s recommended starting point for leaders searching for John Maxwell coaching, DISC-based leadership insight, or a practical executive coaching entry point. Barbara recommends beginning with the DISC assessment and debrief first.
$350
Assessment and debrief package
- Leadership-focused report
- Individual strengths section
- One-on-one debrief with Barbara
- Clear practical takeaways
Additional Coaching Sessions
For leaders who want continued support, applied coaching, or a steady place to work through hard decisions, communication challenges, and leadership pressure.
$200
Per session, booked as needed
- Executive coaching support
- Leadership communication strategy
- Practical next-step guidance
- Flexible follow-up after the report
Why leaders book Barbara
A coach who has actually led at a high level.
Executive experience
Barbara brings decades of senior leadership experience, including executive roles in public education and statewide leadership work.
Straightforward insight
Her style is warm, direct, and useful. Clients come for clarity, honest reflection, and practical next steps.
More than a report
The value is not just in receiving information. It is in understanding how to apply it in real leadership situations.
About Barbara
- Former Chief Technology Officer, Lewisville ISD
- Past President, Texas Computer Education Association
- Past Chair of a statewide K–12 technology leadership council
- John Maxwell certified coach, trainer, and speaker
- Certified in the Maxwell Method of DISC
Practical coaching, grounded in real leadership.
Barbara works with leaders the way she would want to be worked with herself: directly, thoughtfully, and without wasted words. Her coaching is grounded in the reality of leadership pressure, team dynamics, difficult conversations, and decisions that do not come with easy answers.
Clients work with Barbara because she has lived the work. She brings perspective, calm, and useful structure to conversations that matter.
“Strong leadership is not about becoming someone else. It is about understanding how you already lead — and choosing to lead more deliberately from there.”
Frequently asked questions
Answers for people searching for John Maxwell coaching, DISC insight, and leadership support.
What is the Maxwell Leadership Report?
Barbara uses the term Maxwell Leadership Report to describe a leadership-focused assessment and debrief process that helps people understand communication patterns, behavioral tendencies, and individual strengths. It is the recommended first step for leaders who want DISC-based insight and practical coaching support.
Is this the same as a DISC assessment?
It is related, but Barbara’s framing is more specific. She calls it the Maxwell Leadership Report because, in her experience, it offers more than a basic DISC profile. The process is designed to help leaders apply what they learn, not just read a report.
Is Barbara Brown a John Maxwell coach?
Yes. Barbara is a John Maxwell certified coach, trainer, and speaker. She also uses the Maxwell Leadership Report as part of her leadership coaching work.
Who is this coaching for?
Barbara works with executives, school leaders, founders, executive directors, and senior professionals. Her clients are usually people carrying meaningful responsibility who want clearer leadership insight, stronger communication, and practical support.
What happens in the debrief?
The debrief is a one-on-one conversation with Barbara about your report, your leadership style, your communication patterns, and your strengths. The goal is to turn the information into something useful for your actual work and leadership context.
Can I book coaching without starting with the Maxwell Leadership Report?
Yes. Some clients begin with coaching directly, but Barbara generally recommends starting with the DISC assessment and debrief first because it gives both of you a clearer, more useful foundation for the work.
What makes Barbara’s approach different?
Barbara brings decades of senior leadership experience, a John Maxwell coaching background, and a direct but warm style. Her work is practical, not abstract. Clients come for clarity, usefulness, and honest perspective.
Ready to begin?
Start with the DISC assessment and debrief, then book coaching as needed.
If you want the clearest first step, start with the Maxwell Leadership Report and debrief. From there, you can continue with additional coaching sessions as needed.