Dr. Jim Rives is a pioneering force in executive coaching, combining a deep understanding of neuroscience, Somatics, Leadership Agility, iEQ9 Eneagram, leadership dynamics, and personal transformation. As a certified Master NeuroChange Practitioner and NeuroExecutive Coach, he empowers leaders to unlock their full potential by transforming how they think, lead, and inspire others. His unique approach merges cutting-edge Neuroscience, Somatics, Emotional Intelligence, and Leadership Agility with over three decades of experience helping individuals and teams reach new heights.

With a Doctor of Divinity, Dr. Rives brings a holistic perspective to leadership. He is known for integrating faith-based principles with scientific methodologies, offering a deeply transformational experience for leaders who seek not only professional growth but also personal fulfillment. His work focuses on moving executives from extrinsic to intrinsic motivation—shifting the focus from titles and prestige to cultivating a lasting, authentic impact on their organizations and the people they lead.

He is the creator of the NeuroExecutive Mind Management ACCELERATOR, a comprehensive program that combines insights from his certifications in Neuroscience, leadership 4.0, the iEQ9 Enneagram, with Emotional Intelligence assessments. This accelerator program is designed to help leaders understand their unique purpose, rewire their subconscious minds, and elevate their leadership capacity to create high-performance teams. His distinctive coaching process transforms operational leaders into catalysts of change, equipping them to thrive in today’s fast-paced, ever-evolving corporate environments.

Through a variety of coaching offerings—ranging from 1:1 executive coaching to group sessions and hybrid programs—Dr. Rives has worked with countless leaders across industries, providing them with the tools to achieve transformational breakthroughs. He offers corporate training programs tailored to high-performance executive teams, with a special focus on developing the intangible attributes that define exceptional leadership.

Whether you’re seeking to sharpen your decision-making, build an agile leadership style, or align your team around a powerful shared vision, Dr. Rives is dedicated to helping leaders like you master the art of intrinsic leadership and create lasting, meaningful change.

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