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At STUDIOi, we believe that businesses thrive by honoring their unique paths and potential. Our management consulting services are designed for organizations and leaders seeking integrity, simplicity, and well-being in an increasingly complex world.
Founded by Cody Zindler, a passionate advocate for values-driven leadership and financial empowerment, STUDIOi draws on years of experience in finance, coaching, and consulting to guide people and organizations through their money journeys. Our approach blends strategic insight with a commitment to cultivating values-alignment in every decision.
Our origins have roots in investment management, and what we have found over the years is that the process involves coaching investors toward their future. This evolved into helping independent financial advisors grow their practice and ultimately translated into consulting with other teams and businesses towards commitments important to them. Coaching is inseparably tied to people’s money journeys, as money is one of those things that is woven into the DNA of nearly everything we do as humans.
Often the most successful people in life are surrounded by coaches. Inevitably, there are blind spots to what any of us are up to, and having a strategic collaboration with a coach invites in the possibility of team performance.
Management consulting at STUDIOi is not about forcing generic solutions onto your organization. Instead, we collaborate with you to uncover insights, build strategies, and empower action within your core value structure—all while fostering peace and confidence in your leadership. By managing to values, we cultivate a strategy that is authentic to you.
Here’s how we bring our expertise to your journey:
Recently, a small business owner came to STUDIOi while facing a challenging team dynamic that was creating tension and holding back their company’s growth. As a high-functioning producer, they excelled individually but felt stuck in their transition to leading a growing team. Through a series of weekly coaching sessions, we worked together to identify the values that mattered most to their leadership style and incorporated those principles into their daily interactions with their team.
A pivotal moment came when the client shared a realization: leading with empathy and authenticity was far more impactful than striving for control. This shift allowed them to approach team challenges with openness, fostering trust and harmony that had previously been missing. Today, their team operates with greater harmony, completely sourced by a newfound alignment with core values, business metrics, and strategic commitments. STUDIOi continues to serve as their strategic advisor and coach, leading them to stay consistent with their values as they guide their growing organization.
In another recent engagement, a small business ownership team of three approached STUDIOi on the brink of dissolving their partnership. Years of collaboration had eroded into unproductive conversations and unmet expectations. During a three-hour guided session, we helped them rediscover their shared motivations and identify values that could serve as a foundation for rebuilding trust and focus in their business.
The breakthrough moment came when the team connected to their shared commitment to their community. They realized that many of the issues they were facing had clear outcomes when viewed through the lens of their core value: standing for and empowering their community. This shared vision not only reignited trust but also provided clarity and alignment for decision-making moving forward. The team left the session recommitted to their partnership with a renewed sense of peace, community, and well-being. They continue to build on this alignment as a cohesive and purpose-driven team.
Recently, STUDIOi partnered with a nonprofit organization committed to building community and leadership within their volunteer base. Their volunteers, a diverse group including small business owners, individuals pursuing new initiatives, and others seeking meaningful change, presented a unique opportunity to amplify leadership across the community.
Through strategic coaching, we collaborated with the nonprofit to develop a leadership program that empowered these volunteers to lead with purpose. This initiative extended beyond the nonprofit’s mission, inspiring participants to bring their leadership skills into their personal and professional lives.
The impact has been extraordinary. Yoga studio owners, realtors, students, behavioral health executives, and others are now stepping into leadership roles with clarity and confidence. They are not only advancing the nonprofit’s vision but also making significant contributions to the broader community in areas they are deeply passionate about.
For me, this initiative has been profoundly moving. It demonstrates how cultivating leadership within a focused group can create a ripple effect that strengthens entire communities. This work embodies STUDIOi’s commitment to fostering values-driven leadership and supporting individuals in thriving within their unique contexts.
Streamlining operations is about using resources thoughtfully. Whether it’s optimizing team workflows or simplifying individual processes, we focus on what matters most while staying aligned with your values. Often, operational complexity arises when priorities aren’t clear. By focusing on measurable outcomes, we help identify what isn’t working and turn it into an opportunity for meaningful progress.
Growth and change require a fresh perspective on priorities. We coach businesses to foster accountability, ensuring teams stay aligned with goals during transitions. By partnering with a third party like STUDIOi, businesses can manage change effectively while maintaining focus on ongoing responsibilities.
Every business has a unique money journey shaped by its values. Whether you’re a nonprofit committed to empowering trauma survivors, an artist community committed to shaping culture, or a boutique professional services firm seeking to grow revenue, we tailor solutions that not only address financial goals but also reflect the principles and purpose at the heart of your organization.
STUDIOi’s purpose is to make an impact, our vision is to create peace in the world, and our mission, how we do that, is by coaching money journeys. We do this within our core value structure: Peace, Community, Well-being, Integrity, and Simplicity. Partnering with a firm rooted in financial expertise gives management teams confidence in achieving their goals while honoring the values that matter most to them.
At STUDIOi, we believe in the power of values to transform individuals and organizations. Whether it’s helping leaders lead with integrity or guiding teams to rediscover their shared purpose, we tailor every coaching conversation to honor the values that matter most to you.
We don’t just teach these principles—we live by them. STUDIOi engages in coaching ourselves to stay aligned with our values and to refine the insights we bring to every client relationship. This commitment reinforces that we provide not just expertise, but empathy, authenticity, and the highest level of personalized support by practicing what we preach.
Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your business? At STUDIOi, we guide organizations and leaders through meaningful transformation, helping you align values, leadership, and strategy.
Let’s start your journey today—together, we’ll create a tailored plan that reflects your unique goals and purpose. Reach out to STUDIOi to learn how we can support your vision. Get Started Today →
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