Partner with us in the pursuit for workforce change.

Hire>Train>Lose>Repeat.

Does your payroll feel more like a revolving door than a developing organization?

You and your team members are burnt out carrying the extra weight, meanwhile your customers and clients aren’t getting the consistency they need.

We see you.

New Mexico is currently experiencing historically high vacancy rates, surpassing 20% by the end of 2024. Additionally, our state faces a voluntary turnover rate of 15%, with over 36% of employees leaving before completing their first year.

We know you’re suffering the effects of employee turnover and talent shortages. It’s costly, disruptive, and time-consuming.

But how do we fix it?

It all starts with a seed.

A significant portion of young individuals entering the workforce are not being given an adequate opportunity to succeed. They are promising individuals, but lack access to the resources that could help them realize their full potential—ultimately becoming exceptional employees and valuable members of the community.

At Same Seed Different Soil, our mission is to take a promising seed, plant it in new, enriched soil, and provide the support needed to help it thrive and exceed expectations.

Learn more about our mission and vision for the future…

Meet Deborah

Founder, Same Seed Different Soil LLC.

Deborah Stephenson, a NM state native, gave life to this program through her expertise in coaching others to success and her deep love for New Mexico.

Her vision is to strengthen our state’s economy by ensuring that current and future generations have access to limitless opportunity right in their own backyard.

Learn More about Deborah’s compelling story and experience…

  • Building new foundations on a trusted system.

    Our program is an extension of Deborah’s signature coaching technique. It is based on a 3-phase system designed to uncover, unlock, and take action on each individual’s potential.

    This system has been successfully proven time and time again in it’s graduates…

  • “I worked with an individual that wanted to move up in their company but didn't feel they had the ability to do so. Through several coaching sessions they realized that they were taking on all the responsibilities at home with multiple children and a spouse and that was keeping them from having the energy and time needed to focus on growing their career. They had family meetings, set new expectations for the entire family in participating so that there was time for them to focus on their career growth and within 8 months they received a promotion to a Senior position within the company. The really interesting thing about this client is they came in thinking they weren't skilled enough for the new role and it had nothing to do with their skill and more to do with the weight of carrying too much at home!”

    -Deborah, Coach at Same Seed Different Soil LLC

  • This is just one example.

    But you can clearly see the impact of meeting individuals where they are at, getting to the root of what is holding them back, and giving them personally tailored support to help them reach their goals and thrive within a team.

    The key to our success comes from our 3-phase system and the passion to fuel change in the lives of others.

Our Trusted 3-Phase System

Phase 1 - Connection

  • Behavioral Assessment to identify unique drives and needs.

  • Introduction to business leaders in various fields

  • Interview opportunities with subject matter experts

  • Education application support and guidance

  • AIM SMART™ Transition Plan

Phase 2 - Amplify

  • Intentional career development and planning

  • Self-awareness and strengths identification

  • Internship exploration

  • Life/career skills building:

    -Conflict resolution

    -Long term vs. short-term thinking

    -Active listening

    -Feedback-giving and receiving

    -Money management

    -Work/life harmony

Phase 3 - Propel

  • Job search assistance

  • Resume building

  • Interview prep

  • Dress for success session

  • After hire partnership with new employer for 90 days

Your existing team is just as crucial to our end goal.

Employees are the hands and feet of your business, whether it has two or ten levels between entry and executive positions, each one plays an indispensable role.

This is why we seek to partner with businesses like yours and offer our signature coaching services to your entire staff.

The Same Seed Different Soil program is not only focused on empowering the next generation but enhancing the current workforce. Our goal is to transform your team into a driven, symbiotic ecosystem by strengthening its vulnerabilities and reinforcing its strengths.

Imagine your entire team not only performing well, but being as excited about your company’s mission as you are.

How It Works

  1. Connecting with Your Business

    • We will personally reach out to your business to discuss the opportunity to coach your emerging leaders. This one-on-one coaching will focus on equipping your team with the skills they need to thrive, develop leadership capabilities, and drive greater success for your organization.

    • The coaching sessions are designed to be flexible, ensuring they fit your company’s needs and align with the goals you have for your leadership team.

  2. Cost-Effective, Dual Impact Model

    • Your business will pay a fee to cover the cost of coaching for your employees. However, the value goes beyond just your team. Half of the funds from the coaching payment will be directly reinvested into coaching a student in need—mirroring the impactful "buy one, give one" model that has been successfully used by brands like Bombas.

    • This approach allows your business to not only invest in your team’s growth but also support the development of New Mexico’s future workforce, addressing the pressing talent shortages in the region.

  3. Amplify Your Impact with Marketing Support

    • As part of this partnership, your business will receive marketing copy to prominently display on your website. By showcasing your commitment to workforce development, you’ll be seen as a leader in community engagement.

    • This is a powerful way to demonstrate your business’s commitment to social responsibility, helping to enhance your brand’s reputation while building trust with customers, partners, and future employees.

  4. Tax Benefits for Your Contribution

    • Once we receive our nonprofit status (501c3), the funds your business contributes toward student coaching will become tax-deductible. This provides your company with the added benefit of reducing your tax burden while supporting a meaningful cause.

    • Not only will you be making a direct impact in your community, but you’ll also see financial benefits that improve your bottom line.

  5. Invest in Your Workforce, Invest in the Future

    • By partnering with us, your business can play a vital role in developing the leaders of tomorrow, improving employee retention, and contributing to solving workforce challenges that New Mexico faces.

    • This mutually beneficial model helps create a stronger, more engaged workforce while directly addressing critical talent shortages and empowering the next generation of leaders.

Motivated, passionate employees and superstar talent to hire from?

With our help you can have both.

Here’s the thing…

If we don’t address the workforce challenges in New Mexico, they will only worsen.

And if the youth and young adults graduating from the Same Seed Different Soil programs don’t have access to solid employment opportunities…

why help them in the first place?

An All-Win Situation

Our youth gets the chance they deserve. Win.

Your staff gets high-level coaching to accelerate and solidify their careers. Win.

You are connected to the next generation of skilled and ambitious employees. Win.

Your business becomes a thriving, standout operation in your community. Win.

You spend less time stressed over the hire-train-lose-repeat cycle, and more time doing the things you love in your work and in your personal life. Win.

New Mexico sees brighter days on its horizon. WIN.

Partner with Seed Different Soil and re-imagine the future for your business, your life, your community, and for New Mexico.

Change starts when you take the first step.

Let’s get in touch.

deborah@thesameseed.com
(505) 234-6144