Dean Rasmussen (He/They) is a life coach, Positive Intelligence (PQ) coach, and inclusive leadership consultant who helps individuals cultivate a deep sense of belonging within themselves and in the spaces they lead. His work centers on the belief that meaningful leadership and lasting impact begin from the inside out.
Drawing from his background in HR, DEI, and organizational culture—as well as his lived experience as a queer transgender man who transitioned at 40 after raising five children—Dean brings a grounded, human approach to personal and professional growth. He supports clients in quieting self-sabotage, strengthening emotional resilience, and leading with authenticity and intention.
Through coaching, workshops, and his transformative frameworks, Dean empowers underrepresented leaders to build confidence, foster connection, and create environments where people feel safe, seen, and able to thrive—starting with themselves.
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This 90-minute session explores three powerful, interconnected truths about identity, community, and personal liberation, guided by queer and trans life coach Dean Rasmussen. Drawing on his experience coming out and transitioning later in life, Dean shares how moving beyond 'default settings' creates lives that are honest, aligned, and truly one's own. Learn why identity is a practice, not a label; how to build community that supports, not shrinks, you; and why liberation is an everyday choice, not a finish line. This is for anyone—queer, trans, questioning, or ally—ready to stop performing and start living authentically.
True influence doesn’t come from authority—it comes from trust, authenticity, and inclusion. In today’s diverse workplaces, leaders who know how to recognize unconscious bias and foster psychological safety are the ones who inspire loyalty, unlock innovation, and create lasting impact.
In this interactive 60 minute online workshop, leadership coach Dean Rasmussen will reveal three powerful secrets to becoming an inclusive leader who people want to follow. Through real-world examples, reflective exercises, and practical tools, you’ll discover how to:
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Identify the hidden ways unconscious bias affects your leadership.
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Build psychological safety so your team feels confident speaking up and sharing ideas.
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Create influence rooted in authenticity and inclusion—not authority or perfection.
If you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or coach ready to grow your influence and leave a legacy of impact, this workshop is for you.