Career Coaching for Leaders at Every Stage of Their Journey
Lead your career with purpose and live fearlessly.
Your Career. Your Leadership. Your Legacy.
Hi, I’m Dr. Benjamin Ritter, founder of Live for Yourself Consulting:
Are you ready to grow as a leader, feel proud of your work, and live fearlessly? I started Live for Yourself Consulting with the sole purpose of guiding leaders to create a career they love and create organizations people can fall in love with.
We specialize in helping values-driven and impact-focused leaders gain clarity, confidence, and control over their career paths. Now is the time to invest in yourself and discover the proven strategies to navigate your career as a leader. Schedule a time to chat about how we can help.
About Live for Yourself (LFY) Consulting
Live for Yourself (LFY) Consulting, with offices in Chicago, IL, and Austin, TX, provides leadership coaching, executive coaching, and career coaching services tailored for values-driven senior leaders. We work with those who believe there’s more to life than work but still strive to lead themselves and others towards greater career success.
Our mission is to empower leaders at every stage of their career journey—whether securing their next position, navigating a career transition, or thriving as impactful executive leaders. Simply put, we help turn your ideal job and career vision into a reality.
Are you ready to elevate your leadership and career? Schedule a time to chat | Email us with general inquiries
Our Experience Spans Industry and Geography
We’ve coached over 500 global leaders across industries at major companies such as:
Our leadership and career expertise has been featured on major outlets such as:
Every successful leader has a leadership coach in their corner. Who’s in yours?
Start a conversation to find out more (interest calls and programs are limited based on capacity). Our team will contact you in response to your inquiry regarding leadership coaching or career coaching programs. Schedule a time to chat | Email us with general inquiries
More questions? We have answers:
Can you share who your ideal client is?
We partner with senior and executive leaders who are ready to uncover what’s next in their careers and turn it into reality. Our clients are high-performing, values-driven professionals who aim to align their work with their personal purpose and create meaningful impact in the world.
They come to us to:
Clarify their career goals and align them with their values.
Refine their leadership brand and enhance their executive presence.
Strengthen key leadership skills to thrive in dynamic roles.
Navigate complex career transitions with confidence and focus.
Master job search strategies and manage upward effectively.
Whether they’re seeking to rediscover their career purpose, elevate their leadership, or achieve personal and professional growth, we provide the strategies and support to help them create a fulfilling, impactful future. Are you ready to elevate your career and leadership? Schedule an introductory call
What is it like to work with a leadership coach that puts your career first?
The coaching process is tailored to each client, ensuring a personalized journey toward success. Typically, it involves weekly, one-hour Zoom audio sessions focused on achieving a specific overarching goal. These sessions delve into current challenges, problem-solving, reframing limiting beliefs, and completing assignments designed to align with the program's ultimate purpose.
At Live for Yourself Consulting, our programs are grounded in applied learning theory and research on curriculum design and leadership development. This blend ensures that every client benefits from a combination of impactful coaching sessions and hands-on, experiential assignments personalized to their needs. Our coaching philosophy centers on health, trust, openness, honesty, respect, and empathy. With these principles as our foundation, we remain focused on empowering clients to take back control of their careers, achieve their goals, and find fulfillment in alignment with their values.
How long does coaching take?
LFY Consulting is founded on the principles that the coaching process is not forever and that clients should reach a level of self-leadership, sustainable career fulfillment, and leadership development. The goal of the coaching programs are to develop an internal leader that can guide them throughout their life without consistent coaching.
Based on previous clients successes and other professional experiences, clients tend to develop the traits for self leadership in approximately 3-6 months. After a completed program it is common for clients to schedule individual coaching sessions on an as-needed basis or switch to a once a month support and empowerment retainer program.
Why audio coaching calls and not video or in-person?
The coaching process requires that the client and coach are in an environment free of distractions, and near a computer to review assignments and take notes regarding the current session. The audio component allows both the coach and client the focus they need to achieve the growth that is desired.
How much does coaching cost?
Individual coaching programs are personalized for each client and may differ on intensity, value, and length of programs. Investment options range from upwards of 25,000 but start at a minimum of 2,500 and increase based on length and value.
Can I pay in installments?
Yes. Clients who pay for their own coaching can pay in one or multiple installments depending on the program. A full or installment payment is due prior to the first session. Subsequent installment payments are made at specified sessions. Lump sum discounts are available to those that pay in one installment for longer term programs.
How do I get started?
Please schedule a brief time for us to chat by clicking here or emailing BenjaminRitter@lfyconsulting.com.
Why do I need coaching?
Having someone in your corner amplifies your success. A coach helps you see opportunities, overcome obstacles, and achieve more than you could on your own. If what you’re doing isn’t working, something needs to change—or you risk staying stuck in the same place. You don’t need coaching, but ask yourself: are you truly happy and content with your career right now? Coaching can be a transformative process that propels you toward your goals and desires without waiting 5, 10, or 20 years to get there. Why keep doing what isn’t working? Coaching is your opportunity to focus on yourself, to uncover what truly matters, and to take meaningful steps toward the career and life you want. It’s time to get unstuck.
Why now?
You’ve worked hard to get where you are — the title, the responsibilities, the recognition. But beneath the surface, something feels off. You’re restless. And maybe even questioning if this is the career you truly want. What you’re doing isn’t working. Whether you’re trying to land that next role or struggling to lead effectively where you are, it’s clear: you were meant for more.
You crave clarity about your next chapter. You want to lead with confidence instead of constantly second-guessing yourself. You want to feel like you’re actually living your life — not just surviving your career. Here’s the truth: nothing changes unless you change something. Waiting for the perfect time is a myth — there is no perfect time. There’s only now. And the longer you stay stuck, the more it costs you — in energy, growth, fulfillment, and yes, even income. But with the right support, you can take control of your path, and become the leader you were meant to be. This isn’t just about your job. It’s about your life, and you don’t get that back. Let’s make sure your career is built to serve it.
Who’s Dr. Benjamin Ritter, and what makes him credible?
Dr. Benjamin Ritter, is the founder of Live for Yourself (LFY) Consulting and author of the award-winning and Amazon best-selling book, Becoming Fearless. He is a certified international leadership and career coach, Senior Talent Management Consultant, and host of two podcasts, The Executive and Live Fearlessly.
Ben has coached over 500 leaders with a strong focus on senior-level executives across multiple industries and geographic regions, within organizations that have included names such as Amazon, CDC, Coursera, DoorDash, Google, Fiserv, Northwestern, Mayo Clinic, Pinterest, Yelp, and more. His mission is to guide leaders to become the leader of their own career, live fearlessly, and create a career and life they love.
What if I’m not a leader, and earlier on in my career?
Starting out in your career can feel overwhelming, especially when the traditional schooling system often overlooks practical career guidance. Many of us enter the job market without the tools we need to create a fulfilling career that aligns with our goals and values. As someone who faced similar challenges early in my journey, I understand how crucial it is to have direction, support, and confidence in building a career path that resonates. Young adults need career coaching just as much as seasoned professionals do - sometimes even more so. That’s why Dr. Benjamin Ritter is taking on select young adult clients for career coaching services. Let’s work together to create a career path that not only matches your skills and ambitions but also brings purpose and fulfillment. Find out more here