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Client Experiences and Feedback: Testimonials We have been very fortunate to have our clients give us lots of feedback to work with and to share their experiences of our coaching, speaking engagements and workshops publicly. Some clients have asked to remain anonymous to protect confidentiality while others have given permission to use their names. Thank you to every single client for making this work possible, and thank you for sharing your experiences with others! "Working with Anese Cavanaugh for almost a year now has been a very enlightening experience. With her professional coaching and support I have lost over 40 lbs. and have kept it off for almost a year. My vision for my life and my priorities have become much more focused. My accountability to her as a coach and her assistance in helping me find solutions for myself have made a tremendous difference in my life and in the life of my family. My journey is far from over but I know as I continue this process with her I am well on my way to climbing the mountain of my dreams." Matt Fairbanks "I was fortunate enough to be able to participate with Anese in two different programs, a one-on-one program to help identify my leadership strengths and improve on those areas that were opportunities for me, as well as a group development program to help identify and strengthen leadership opportunities within the group. In all cases, Anese was the ultimate professional. She is very enthusiastic and very passionate about what she does. She takes personal interest in each and every person. It just wasn't "teaching to the masses". Anese also tailored each session to the individual needs of each person. She did not stick to an agenda that was designed by her, but instead crafted each session to fit what was the need of the moment. That is what lead to the most productive learning, because it was real time and helped through the issues of the day. Anese was always flexible and was very interested in tailoring her sessions to what was needed for the group, not just what she had designed. She spent numerous hours understanding the needs of the group and the individuals so that everyone could get the most out of her insights and tools. The reason why Anese's sessions were so valuable and sustainable is because Anese used tools that were easy to understand and worked with the strengths that people have in order to grow stronger. This means that once the sessions with Anese are completed, each individual has the understanding and the tools to continue growing, which also helps them solve the issue at hand. It was perfect for individual growth as well as the growth of our collective team." Senior Director "Anese
is incredible. She has a way of identifying key areas of opportunity
within a person to get to the core of what is driving unproductive
behavior...(full
testimonial). I don't feel like I've changed, I feel like
my 'canvas' is much more colorful…I would highly recommend her to
anyone. Sue Fangmann "At first, I was somewhat skeptical if Co-active Coaching would work for me. I am a successful businessman and I didn't think a Coach could improve my problem-solving skills. Although I would never hesitate to ask a golf pro how I could improve my swing, for me asking a Co-Active Coach for help was the same as admitting failure. But, I was soon proven wrong. An issue outside of work came up. I struggled to find a solution. But like an athlete who cannot watch himself perform and see how to improve, I couldn't see the mistakes I was making in my analysis of the problem. With Anese as my Co-Active Coach, she helped me to identify the obstacles and mis-assumptions I was making that kept me from effectively tackling the problem. But more remarkable than finding a solution to one problem was how Co-Active Coaching affected the way I addressed other issues. Coaching opened my eyes to new ways to overcome obstacles. The long-term benefits I have received from Anese overwhelm the immediate application of Coaching." President "Thank you for creating an environment where we could learn and work with the issues discussed. I was surprised by the ease and the richness of dialogue that was created. We will be thinking about and integrating the concepts and tools you've presented for a long time to come and look forward to getting more!" Sr. Director "I
was impacted positively by every aspect of this program and loved
every minute of it. Normally I get annoyed and lose interest during
personal/professional development courses because they fail to
resonate for me personally, that never happened here. Coaching has
helped me stretch professionally and ultimately build confidence in
my communication and leadership abilities. It also helped me to
strengthen new/existing relationships. As a result of just three
months of personal coaching, I feel my career has no limitations and
that my overall focus is much greater. In regards to the team
coaching work, the unity and cohesiveness of my group is much
stronger because of the exercises and discussions we shared.
Also, seeing the principles applied at a team level made the
personal sessions even more beneficial. Anese
has an uncanny ability to immediately put a finger on what makes
people tick....(full
testimonial) She does not force issues, but lets them evolve
naturally and winds up always making a positive impact. Jim
Beranek "Working with you over the last 6
months has helped me create a clarity in my life, a determination
and joy for creating what I want, greater than ever before. I am
happy, I am healthier and I am more 'response-able'
Mother of 2 "I can not begin to thank you enough for joining us for our recent retreat. You received many votes for favorite speaker of the day, and most tellingly, many evaluation comments asked for you to come back for a longer presentation! Your insights and ideas connected very effectively with people...It was just what we were hoping for." Karen Timberlake “This program FAR surpasses anything I have been involved in in the past. It has opened my eyes and mind to different ways of approaching problems and challenges. It really challenged me to look at what was important to me in my life and to get some focus around those areas...(full testimonial). This was a very valuable process. I went in thinking I might get some help with focus…It has changed my life.” Fritz Hurst "I found this program very valuable in motivating me to achieve what I had wanted (work/life balance.) I don't think I would have achieved as much without it. It was not textbook learning, it was personal and focused on what I wanted to achieve, which was much better. Anese was great to work with, I enjoyed my discussions with her and felt very comfortable talking with her." Manager "Coaching: Anese has had an amazing ability to help me understand my unique gifts and how I can create a life that I love. Leading: Anese has a tremendous capability to impact teams and get them to understand how to step into living extraordinary lives, creating with each other and developing dynamic teams." JDB "From
the first day of having Anese attend our board of directors meeting
she has revitalized our organization. I didn’t know what to expect
but after the meeting I was convinced of her ability to lead us in
the right direction. In
just a couple of months this is what Anese has done for our
organization. To begin with she didn’t waste any time in building relationships and earning the trust of not only myself but of each board member. Any potential “walls” were broke down as Anese showed extraordinary interest in us as individuals first and then the organization as a whole. I now know that her purpose for doing this was if the individuals were “alive” then the organization would be “alive.”...(full testimonial) With each meeting Anese continuously challenged us to think outside of the box and come up with the solutions we needed to move into action. In the midst of this process we began to identify some of the “disconnects” that were affecting the progress our organization and this is where Anese just shined. Without a hint of being condescending she creatively began to identify strengths and weaknesses our board members and used them both to keep us going forward... On a personal note, Anese has helped me to identify and grow in my own personal leadership style. She has helped to clarify my values and have a full and balanced life not only for the boardroom but also more importantly for my life and family..." Dan Alarcon "Anese brought vitality and a thought-provoking
dialogue to our meeting. She really helped ground participants and
helped us make the link between sustainability and
performance." "My coaching time with Anese has become a standing appointment on my weekly schedule. I set meetings around this time and do not budge. Coaching is as important to my success as another sales call and is imperative to building my financial business! I have found that I have better relationships, better defined
business goals, and am much more efficient with my time. Coaching
has helped me to get rid of the busy, non-productive unimportant
things in my life that were just taking away from the things that
are really important to me. I see coaching as a way to look at the
whole picture of my life and drill down to certain areas that may
need attention. It is an adventure to being all that I can be and
never looking back!" “Coaching
is very valuable because it gives you an objective unattached third
party to talk with who will challenge you to think in different
ways. I always thought you needed to have problems to have a coach.
Not true – it can just help you focus on what you want and make
things even better. Coaching has helped me focus on my life...(full
testimonial) I have found that if you are committed to coaching,
you go through life THINKING about what you are doing vs.
letting your life go by blindly. I have a clearer understanding of
what I can do to impact my future – I am in control of my
fate and I am excited about what the future holds!. I can’t thank
you enough for the impact you have had on my life and my future.
This was a fantastic experience! I have been and will continue to
recommend coaching to everyone I know.” J. Hierbaum "The week I started my coaching relationship with
Anese was in one word UNBELIEVABLE. In our first coaching session we
went to places that had been untouched for some time. I was able to
take issues I had battled with for months and faced them head on to
get past them. I felt confident and ready to face the world. I was
going to MAKE my life go the way I wanted it to. It has been a
couple months now, and my life has completely changed. The best part
off all this is, I have made it change. I went from hating my job
and being miserable to staying at home with my children and running
a wonderful business I love and enjoy. TB "The
last 3 months have been the foundation to a successful personal and
professional lifestyle that I wish to continue building upon. The
program is such an incredible gift. It has been a perk that I'm so
appreciative to have been a part of. I have found that I am more
confident as a leader, I am more confident in my decisions and able
to make them faster, I feel on purpose, I recognize my values and my
opportunities for growth, and my relationships are closer because
I've learned how to "be there" for them. This
program by far exceeds all other developmental programs I've been a
part of. This is so hands on and interactive and it holds
accountability. It stretches me, challenges me and shows me a whole
new Karen
Bonfiglio "To work with Anese is to experience the power and impact that coaching can bring to one's life. Her intensity, genuine presence and joy can't help but resonate." JM "Coaching is a valuable tool for personal development in all areas and phases of one's life. Coaching has improved my ability to discuss and analyze career events as well as better identify opportunities for the future. It has helped me to improve my visioning for my organization as well as increased confidence and clarity. I have a heightened awareness of, and appreciation for "living in the moment" and being present in all aspects of my life." CRK "Coaching has challenged me to focus in on the areas of performance, career, growth, success and relationships - both personal and professional. By setting my intentions and purpose in each of these areas, I have been able to identify where I'm at, where I want to be and how I can improve and effectively get there. I have also found that in working with Anese, I have improved in the area of procrastination and have been able to set and obtain goals with greater clarity and less stress. I have also used what I learn, in my coaching, to help others. I find great value in coaching and look forward to our sessions each week." JU "When my coaching sessions started, I had been laid-off and was in a state of shock and fear. In my first session with Anese, I was able to identify and let go of burdens that were not mine to bear. I lightened my load, so to speak. Our weekly sessions became something I looked forward to and I always left our calls with plenty to chew on. Within six weeks, I had not only landed my dream job, but had gained some valuable tools in how to - I know it's cliche - think outside of the box. It's true. Its works. Anese showed me how to be more compassionate with myself and how to 'just be' and for that I am grateful." SMR, Legal Assistant "For many years and in many circumstances in my life, I would adopt the Eastern philosophy: "It is what it is." And in many of those circumstances that phrase seemed to be thoroughly true. Things are simply the way they are. Situations, people and outcomes are what they are. In hind sight, it's easy to see now that the phrase served very well as a safety net, an easy out. Because through my coaching experience with Anese, I have begun to see that adopting that phrase represented a form of surrender. It's complacency that works AGAINST a greater desire. Anese has taught me to look at situations not through eyes that are just willing to accept, but through forward action and willingness to create and seek alternatives; seek greater results. Things are NOT always what they appear to be, nor do I have to accept them that way. I had left a 24-year career in the legal field and started my own business, pursuing my passion in the fitness industry - a competitive field typically saturated by much younger men and women. Anese is and continues to be a very vital cog in the forward momentum of my new career because of her unique skill, her intuitive nature, and her genuine interest in the progression of my goals. Anese, I owe you thanks beyond words available to me. You have championed my desires and my efforts, solidified my courage and fervor, given me a professional kick in the pants when I need it, and cared for where I landed. You are remarkably gifted at what you do and I consider all that you've taught me absolutely integral to my education in my new career." DB, CFT "I recently started my own business but was not really focused on what I wanted to accomplish professionally or personally, and I was starting to struggle with how to pull everything together to make some meaningful things happen (i.e. money and clients). I heard about Anese and thought that it was a great time to enter a coaching relationship. After just two sessions, I had a clearer vision of what I needed to do to get where I (then) knew I wanted to go. Now, 6 weeks later, I am on a roll! Anese is incredible and I really appreciate the opportunity to get what I want out of life that she has helped create through co-active coaching. It's amazing how much clearer and more attainable dreams and goals become when you work with someone who is completely focused on you and your thoughts every week!" MJD "Anese is unbelievable! I am in sales and since working with Anese over the last 4 weeks, I have totally been rejuvenated. She has opened my eyes to having fun in my business and that has increased my call volume, appointment setting and new accounts. It's all about challenging yourself to do "better" than just average. Instead of setting 2 new appointments a day, GO FOR 4! No matter what you do all day, Coactive Coaching will increase your enthusiasm and encourage you to do more in "life". KB "I've had a lot of food for
thought as a result of Anese's terrific coaching
and it is interesting how many times her words have come back to me.
Coaching identifies gaps that one doesn't even realize are
there, it's awakening, empowering and innovative, and it really
helps find the "junk in the trunk" -
I can't imagine anyone who couldn't benefit. Sincere thanks
for honoring me with your time and enlightening me to the
professional world of coaching. You obviously have a true gift in
this field and it shows in your passion for your work." "Coaching takes you from your comfort zones and stretches you into a place where incredible things can happen: professionally & personally. Not long ago, I had never even heard of 'coaching'. Now, I've seen how powerful it can be and I'm telling everyone about it!" KA Active Choices, Inc. Coaching & Training 630.443.5137info@activechoicesnow.com ©2002-2007, Active Choices, Inc. All Rights Reserved. |
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