Clear thinking and principled action for high-pressure roles and consequential decisions.
The Flinted Edge is a boutique advisory practice for leaders operating in complex environments—where feedback gets filtered, tradeoffs are real, and decisions carry downstream impact. We clarify what matters, pressure-test assumptions, and strengthen alignment so you move forward with confidence and integrity.
Private. Practical. Built for leaders who can’t afford sloppy thinking.
What to expect: A thought partner when the stakes are high.
As responsibility increases, feedback can become filtered—by incentives, hierarchy, and the natural desire to avoid friction. The Flinted Edge provides a protected space for disciplined perspective: candid reflection, sharper options, and decisions you can stand behind.
Pressure-tested decisions
Define the decision, surface assumptions, test downside, and leave with a clean “immediate next steps” plan.
Alignment under stress
Reduce drift by reconnecting values, incentives, behavior, and execution—before it becomes expensive.
Sustained performance
Strengthen the leadership system, not just the problem: presence, communication, standards, and execution rhythm.
Who it serves: Leaders with real responsibility—and a desire to do the work well.
Clients vary by industry and role, but the pattern is consistent: complexity is rising, the margin for error is shrinking, and you need an external perspective with no political incentives.
Common use-cases:
A new role with more visibility and less room to learn in public
A team that executes—but friction keeps creating rework
Hard conversations you can’t keep postponing
A high-stakes decision with imperfect information
How it works: How the work runs.
Alignment Call: clarify context, decision(s), and fit
90-day engagement: weekly/biweekly sessions + between-session commitments
Continue or graduate: extend, shift cadence, or exit with a repeatable system
Client Testimonials
“Justin is an exceptional listener with an incredible ability to connect the dots…Justin weaved them on the fly into the bigger picture or outcome for the session. As a result, I identified the principles key to my decision making and improved my confidence in how I show up as a leader.”
-Tim
“In the midst of multiple professional blows, I was fortunate to connect with Justin as a career coach. He comes in with a ready ear, supportive but eager to uncover the real story. With Justin's help, I was able to uncover my true core values, and grew more resilient amidst the professional storms. I have come away more empowered and with a greater sense of purpose and belonging. I credit my time with Justin for these outcomes, and I encourage anyone struggling with figuring out their "next steps" to give a Justin a shot.”
-Lupe
“Justin is an exceptional leadership coach. He's a great listener who helped me gain perspective when I needed it most, kept me accountable to my goals, and provided concrete, actionable ideas I could implement right away. Working with him has made me a more effective and confident leader.”
-Kristen
Contact Us
Interested in working together? Request a 30-minute Alignment Call or use the contact form here.