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Why do my clients succeed? We start by creating a strong, trusting relationship. We build upon our partnership and mutual drive. I teach my clients how to take rational risks and develop positive strategies that engage and energize them. With my help, my clients learn to set ambitious goals, define achievable action steps, and rely on proven guardrails to keep them on track. I am a certified coach with over 20 years’ experience helping businesses, professionals and individuals in transition achieve their full potential. Partner with me, reach your goals.
Education/Certifications: B.A., Psychology from Amherst College and Masters in Counseling from University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Professional Certified Coach (PCC), International Coaching Federation.
Types Of Clients: Career women striving to achieve work/life sanity, new professionals defining their career path, mid-career women in transition, small business owners, entrepreneurs, and moms re-entering the workforce.
Favorite Part About My Job: Getting the opportunity to work closely with courageous women who are taking risks and trying to make change. I love cheering people on as they stretch forward, and cheering them up when they fall.
Steadfast Do's and Don'ts: Create a fearless vision of your future - set challenging and meaningful goals. Learn how to be resilient and bounce back from mistakes. Prioritize your well-being: invest in your emotional, physical and relational health Don’ts: Don’t hold on to negative beliefs that drag you down. Don’t surround yourself with people who do not support your goals/vision/dreams Don’t give up! Grit and perseverance drive performance and success.
Most important qualities of a good leader: Positive energy - Optimistic vision – Inspirational – Invests in relationships.
My Advice for women starting their careers: Surround yourself with mentors who can support, advise and surprise you!
Advice I wish I'd had (or had followed): Life is a rollercoaster of ups and downs so keep your seat belt on, enjoy the ride, and trust that you will be okay.
Quote I live By: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou
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