"If people believe in themselves, it's amazing what they can accomplish"
~Sam Walton
There are likely various areas of interest to you in determining if a particular coach is the right fit for you. This is noteworthy because establishing a connection with your coach is essential to a successful coaching experience.
All my life people have sought me out to be a shoulder to lean on and an ear for their story. I believe it is because I see the inner beauty within each person. I recognize that circumstances of one’s life are a mere snapshot of a moment; they do not represent who an individual is or what they are able to achieve and what they have yet to contribute. I believe the defining attributes of a person are captured in their heart. I look for what a person is passionate about and tailor my coaching sessions around their core values, beliefs, dreams and aspirations.
My approach to coaching is founded in a message of love, hope and promise. We all want to contribute. We all want to have an impact on the world around us; to be valued for our strengths and recognized for our efforts. My philosophy is simple. People will utilize their abilities to the fullest when they appreciate themselves without relying on acknowledgement from the outside world. When they see the beauty of the contributions they have made in their daily lives they gain a greater sense of trust in themselves. Opening this door removes the mental clutter that stands in their way enabling them to focus on what is most important and what actions will best serve them. This creates the foundation for effective communication, appreciation for others, creative expression, a greater capacity to love and much more. Through compassion and grace I create an environment that allows a person to explore possibilities outside his or her particular point of view.
Because coaching is about YOU - your needs, identifying your vision for yourself and establishing the right strategies to create the results you desire – it is my joy to serve you as you seek to fulfill your dream.
I am trained and experienced. I received my BA in Psychology in 1993 and received my life coach training through the Academy for Coaching Excellence. I have served in coaching/leadership positions for the past 13 years.
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This is my area of talent and expertise and I encourage you to visit the testimonials page to get a sense for what others are saying about me.
I am heavily involved in community activities. I volunteer weekly at the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA). And, because I am a tree hugger and a bunny lover I am also a member of Sierra Club. Much like you I, too, strive for betterment and am a member of Toastmasters International as a commitment to my own personal development. I participate in various other professional organizations in the Allen, Texas community.
I have had the good fortune to be blessed with a strong family structure (both immediate and extended) as well as long standing friendships with people I greatly admire.
The people we bring into our lives play important roles. It’s important to seek assistance when we feel the fog thicken. I have experienced times of uncertainty, felt a lack of direction and was able to lift myself up. I did not do it alone though. I had the right people around me to encourage me, identify my strengths, educate me, hold me accountable and most importantly help me find my way when I felt lost.
You too can have the life you dream of. It would be my privilege to work with you in seeking 'Your Inner Champion'.
