ABOUT
Carlos Garcia, Co-Founder
In courtrooms, command briefings, leadership meetings—I kept seeing the same thing. Talent matters, sure. But composure is what separates good from great. The best people don't freeze. They stay clear when it counts.
Honestly though? My best lessons didn't come from work.
They came from getting beat up in judo and grinding through ultramarathons on dead legs. That's where I learned that mental toughness without physical resilience is just talk. Your body has to be able to take a hit and bounce back. When it can, your mind stays sharp. When it can't, everything crumbles.
I see it with the people I work with too. The ones who handle pressure well aren't just smart or talented. They've got systems—mental and physical—that keep them calm when everyone else is losing it.
That's why I built True Progress Lab. We take what the Army knows about resilience, mix it with solid science, and turn it into tools you can actually use. Leading a team through a rough patch? Prepping for a presentation that matters? Same skills: stay present, think clearly, act fast.
Bottom line: you show up better. For your team, your clients, yourself.
Stefanie Dierichs, Co-Founder
Hi, thanks for stopping by. I began my career in Washington, DC, managing global HR initiatives where the stakes were high and the pace was relentless. Working across cultures and organizations taught me that the real differentiator in leadership isn’t just technical skill—it’s the ability to stay composed, communicate clearly, and inspire trust under pressure.
Over the past decade, I’ve partnered with leaders in more than 30 countries, helping them master executive communication, resolve conflict, and lead with authenticity. Along the way, I earned my MBTI certification and facilitated dozens of workshops that empower teams to leverage personality differences, strengthen collaboration, and perform at their best.
At True Progress Lab, I bring together my international HR background, years of coaching experience, and proven frameworks to help organizations build leaders who thrive in high-stakes environments. My focus is simple: equip professionals with the tools to stay calm, confident, and effective when it matters most.
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