Deb is a very good listener and had the ability to tailor recommendations to my unique situation. I accomplished more than I ever thought possible.
— CEO, global technology firm
My influence has risen exponentially. If we hadn’t started this engagement, I’d have my eyes partially closed – I have you to thank that I don’t. I am more conscious and deliberate in my communication and my actions when I could have easily lost track.
— Head of Trading, asset management firm
We had trust from the get go – that’s why I chose you. I liked that you made me own the agenda – and you made me think. You were supportive and gave me resources. And I knew if I wanted to get something out of it, I’d better do something!
— Executive Director, international business school
After working with Deb, I’ve owned a different level of leadership.
— new CFO, healthcare industry
You make me comfortable to share and bring a perspective I wouldn’t otherwise get. It is just the right amount of challenge and support and it feels custom to me. Your great energy and openness makes it easy for me to be open. I admire your warmth.
— Division CEO, Asian textile manufacturer
Deb’s coaching helped me sort through my personal and professional priorities, and get a clearer sense of my strengths (and weaknesses). Most importantly, Deb’s coaching helped me feel more empowered to pursue new opportunities, and for that I am especially grateful.
— Influential Washington policy expert
Deb made the process very easy and I looked forward to each of our sessions. I learned to step outside of my usual point of view to examine issues, get past internal barriers, and find new solutions. Deb asked very thoughtful questions and I came away with great insights that I know I will draw upon throughout the rest of my career.
— Director of Innovation, life sciences
Deb’s positive attitude and encouraging demeanor is infectious. She helped me to better understand workplace perceptions and dynamics and to develop strategies to succeed. Deb has an amazing ability to turn difficult situations into positive conversations. As a result of my work with Deb, I became a better communicator, taking into account my own and others varied styles of interacting. I highly recommend her as an executive coach.
— Associate General Counsel
Deb made it easy for me to hear difficult feedback – to find the positive so that I felt empowered to do something about it. Deb has a huge ripple effect on all the leaders here and on all the people they impact.
— CFO of International Law School
You have an incredible ability to guide people along. Your questions bring me to a place I hadn’t expected but is where we wanted to end up – which is great. I wouldn’t want to be told what to do, but your questions get me there. You’ve been exactly the right coach for me.
— Ad Agency founder and former banking CMO
You are ‘disarming”. It has been easy to share my deepest self with you. You are one of the ten people I’ve shared my whole life story with – you made it feel easy and safe. Your tone of voice, affect all contribute to this.
— Chief Information Officer, global asset management firm