Who We Are
Who We Are
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Our Mission
Our Mission
Our mission is to help individuals, families, businesses, and communities navigate life’s challenges with clarity, confidence, and purpose, guiding them to make intentional choices for lasting change.
Our Vision
Our Vision
Our vision is to co-create a world where every decision is made with intention, every person is empowered to grow, and every community thrives through collaboration and understanding. We strive to be the trusted partner in guiding transformative change, inspiring confidence in every step of the journey.
At The Next Right Thing, we believe every decision, no matter how small, shapes your journey. Founded by Zachary Waters and Tina Gillmeister, our company is dedicated to helping individuals, families, businesses, and communities navigate life’s challenges and opportunities with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
With over 30 years of combined experience in education, mental health, organizational development, and human resources, we understand that meaningful change requires more than just decisions—it requires alignment with core values. Our approach is rooted in serendipity, recognizing that even unexpected moments can lead to growth and transformation. We are committed to authenticity, ensuring that every step you take reflects your true self, and we emphasize clarity—helping you see the bigger picture so that every choice leads to the next right step.
At The Next Right Thing, we operate with humility, knowing that every journey is unique and that our role is to listen, support, and empower. We encourage intentionality in everything we do, from co-creating solutions with you to making decisions that align with your goals and values.
Our mission is simple: to guide you through life’s transitions with purpose, confidence, and intentionality, helping you make decisions that reflect who you are and where you want to go. We don’t just provide answers; we help you ask the right questions, unlocking deeper insights and leading you toward sustainable, meaningful change.
Let’s take the next right step—together.
Meet the Founders
Meet the Founders
Navigating the human condition requires more than 35,000 decisions every day. With a background spanning human resources, life and family coaching, education, community mental health, and mentorship, Zachary has spent over a decade guiding individuals, families, businesses, and communities toward intentional, values-driven choices. As Co-Founder of The Next Right Thing, LLC, he blends expertise in change management, decision analysis, and systems thinking to help clients see the full picture, cut through complexity, and take the next right step with confidence.
Drawing from frameworks of conscious leadership, design & systems thinking, and deep observation, Zachary believes that every decision—whether in parenting, business strategy, or personal growth—is an opportunity to foster resilience, connection, and progress. His work emphasizes holistic vantage points and practical guidance, ensuring that individuals and organizations alike can move forward with clarity and purpose.
Together with co-founder Tina Gillmeister, Zachary is committed to helping people ask better questions to get better answers—because life isn’t about making perfect choices, but about making intentional ones.
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“Deep human connection is the purpose and the result of a meaningful life - it inspires the most amazing acts of love, generosity, and humility.”
-Unknown
Every decision—big or small—shapes the path forward. With 20+ years of experience in education, organizational development, and mental health advocacy, Tina has dedicated her career to helping individuals, families, businesses, and communities make intentional, values-driven choices. As Co-Founder of The Next Right Thing, LLC, she brings a unique blend of academic expertise, practical strategy, and deep listening to guide people toward growth, resilience, and transformation.
With a Ph.D. in Science Education, Tina combines research-driven insights with innovative, real-world applications. She believes that every person holds inner wisdom—and by creating environments that foster emotional understanding and personal growth, individuals can tap into their strengths and move forward with confidence. Whether working with parents, educators, or business leaders, her approach is about connection, empowerment, and lasting change.
As a mother, Tina understands the importance of nurturing spaces where people feel heard, valued, and supported. Together with co-founder Zachary Waters, she is committed to helping people and organizations take bold, purposeful steps toward meaningful progress—because life isn’t about making perfect choices, but about making intentional ones.
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"Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom."
- Viktor Frankl
Our Values
Our Values
SERENDIPITY
SERENDIPITY
: the gift of finding valuable or agreeable things not looked for
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The ability to see the meaningful connections between seemingly unrelated things.
AUTHENTICITY
AUTHENTICITY
: being really what it seems to be : Genuine
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The ability to know what you believe and how your feel and stay true to yourself in any circumstance. To know yourself.
CLARITY
CLARITY
: the quality or state of being clear
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The ability to think, communicate, and act with clear focus and understanding, free from confusion or uncertainty.
HUMILITY
HUMILITY
: the quality or state of being humble
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The ability to hold true to your beliefs and values while remaining open and curious to new perspectives without judging others or becoming defensive.
INTENTIONALITY
INTENTIONALITY
: done by intention : not accidental
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The ability to make purposeful, thoughtful choices that align with your values and goals, taking responsibility for their impact.
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