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THE TOP PERSONAL COACHES
As the name suggests, a personal coach is a person who helps you in achieving your goals. You can choose a coach who is an expert in your area of interest. For example, if you are interested in losing weight, then your coach could be a nutritionist or a trainer. If you have trouble dealing with issues in your workplace, then you can choose a coach who is an expert in that area.
A personal coach will help you in achieving your goals by helping you in setting the goals, giving you confidence that you can achieve those goals, and helping you in solving the issues and in achieving your goals. They act as a mentor and help you with your life, career, health, etc. A personal coach helps you in making the right decisions in life and helps you achieve your goals. A personal coach is your motivation and inspiration, someone who makes you do the things you don’t want to do but should do.
Each personal coaches, each with their impressive style trying to help the clients on improving their personal lifestyle, and asked them what’s extraordinary about their coaching and what has endorsed their massive success.
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In Brief : The Top Personal Coaches
- Brian Colburn – Brian Colburn brings a wealth of experience from public service to the realm of creative media production. As the co-creator of the influential “EM Weekly” podcast and the founder of Sitch Radio, a leading podcast production studio in Orange County, Brian has established himself as a visionary in the field.
- Amy Moser – Amy Moser is a seasoned coach dedicated to helping clients—from companies and family lawyers to professional women—develop the mental fitness needed to thrive, even in the face of the most challenging circumstances.
- Carrie – With over two decades of experience in HR/Learning and Development, Carrie is a seasoned professional with a track record of success. As a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and the Learning Performance Institute (LPI), Carrie brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role.
- Kamran Zahid – Kamran Zahid stands as a beacon of transformation in the realm of organizational development. With a global reputation for crafting visionary ecosystems, Kamran’s influence knows no bounds.
- Brian M. Truskowski – Brian emerges as a guiding light in the realm of personal development. With over a decade dedicated to conscious self-study, he navigates the intricate paths of personal growth, empowerment, and spirituality with profound insight.
- Diane Dixon – Diane Dixon stands as a beacon of athletic excellence, with a legacy forged on the track and a heart dedicated to inspiring others. As a retired Olympic Track and Field athlete, she holds the distinguished honor of Olympic Gold and Silver Medals in the 4×400 Meter Relay.
- Taylor Thomas – Taylor’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of entrepreneurship. From co-founding a technology company in his early 20s to establishing Thomas Endurance Coaching (TEC) and Impact Initiative, he has continually strived to harness the potential of business for positive change.
- Rachael B – Rachael B is more than just a freelance writer and poet/author—she’s a self-care activist and growth catalyst. With a gentle and non-judgmental approach, Rachael creates a safe space for personal and professional growth.
- Sharon Wilson – With a distinguished 25-year career at the prestigious London Business School, Sharon Wilson is an award-winning personal coach dedicated to fostering a people-centric culture.
- Corey – As a Ph.D. candidate delving into the profound impacts of mindfulness on the roots of stress, anxiety, and depression, Corey’s journey spans the realms of academia and ancient wisdom.
- Alexis Haselberger – As a time management and productivity coach, Alexis Haselberger empowers individuals to accomplish more while alleviating stress. Through coaching, workshops, and online courses.
- Julie McClung – As a Professional Career and Personal Development Coach and Parent Educator, Julie is dedicated to empowering working parents to thrive in both their professional and personal lives.
- Eileen Hutchinson – Eileen Hutchinson is a renowned coach, supervisor, and personal development specialist, renowned for her expertise in coaching, mentoring, leadership, and management.
- Elena Tecchiati – Elena Tecchiati is a multifaceted professional, blending expertise in organizational psychology, mediation, executive coaching, and communication training. With over 13 years of experience across Europe.
- Ray LeCara JR – Ray LeCara Jr is a seasoned professional in the realms of coaching, training, teaching, motivational speaking, and film production, boasting nearly three decades of experience in academic and personal coaching.
- Meenakkshi Nahata – Meenakkshi Nahata, a globally certified Image Consultant and Life Coach, is the visionary founder of “Design Your Life.” With a passion for creativity and empowerment, she is dedicated to fortifying and refining your presence, image, and personal brand.
- Michael Serwa – Michael Serwa is renowned for coaching the elite with his no-nonsense style. Since 2011, he has cultivated one of the world’s most successful personal coaching practices, earning the top spot in the UK.
- Trudy Chapman – With three decades of self-employment across diverse roles, Trudy Chapman brings extensive experience to her personal development coaching practice. Reliant solely on repeat clients and referrals, she prioritizes fostering enduring and revitalizing changes in those she guides.
- Anna Lampart – Anna Lampart is a Lifestyle Coach with a focus on Transformational Life Coaching. Transitioning from the corporate world to pursue her passion, Anna is dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals.
- Sarah Farmer – Sarah is a Global Executive Coach with a track record of success, having collaborated with over 500 leaders and their teams to achieve remarkable outcomes such as a 40% improvement in profitability and a £10 million increase in revenue.
- Claire Foy – Claire Foy ACC is not your typical coach. With 25 years of experience in the financial industry and a decade dedicated to coaching world-class professionals, Claire brings a unique blend of expertise and warmth to her practice.
- Matt Kirilov – Meet Matt, a dynamic force in the world of organizational transformation and agile leadership. With a passion for driving change and fostering growth, Matt thrives on transforming organizations, serving as a community catalyst, and crafting impactful learning experiences.
- Dvorah Stein – Meet Dvorah, a seasoned People and Culture Strategist and Professional Certified Coach (PCC) dedicated to unlocking the hidden potential within leaders, teams, and organizations.
- Amanda Antcliff – Welcome to the world of Amanda Antcliff, where personal coaching meets adventure! Amanda invites you to join her on a journey of self-discovery and growth, where resumes take a back seat to personal connections and inspiring stories.
- Katy Brooks – Meet Katy, your dedicated coach for personal and professional development in the vibrant city of Perth, Western Australia. With over a decade of experience in secondary school teaching.
- Jacob Fishbein – Meet Jacob “Coach Jake” Fishbein, an experienced Executive & Personal Coach dedicated to guiding individuals and organizations through dilemmas and uncertainty. With a keen insight into decision-making.
- Doug Blecher – Meet Doug Blecher, founder of Autism Personal Coach, on a mission to empower Autistic adults and teens to lead self-sufficient, purpose-driven lives. With a degree in psychology.
- Jan Fox – Embark on a transformative journey with [Coach’s Name], a seasoned coach and mentor with 25 years of experience. Whether you’ve veered off your desired path or facing unexpected challenges.
- Janelle Ryan – Welcome to the world of empowerment with Janelle Ryan, a dynamic global Personal Coach, Group Coach, Author, Speaker, Facilitator, and International Retreat Leader.
- Jo M. – Embark on a transformative journey with [Coach’s Name], your trusted Personal Coach. Together, we’ll delve into your unique journey thus far and explore how I can empower you to take bold action toward your future aspirations.
- Lisa Quinn – Meet Lisa Quinn, a seasoned Co-Active coach and former Communications Director, whose passion for personal development has transformed countless lives since she established her coaching practice in 2018.
- Mary Argese – Meet Mary, a dedicated coach with a passion for unlocking the full potential of individuals and businesses alike. With a wealth of experience working with clients across various sectors.
Brian Colburn
Brian Colburn pivoted his career from public service to creative media production. In 2008, his journey in this field led to co-creating the prominent “EM Weekly” podcast; expanding his endeavors, he launched Sitch Radio in 2017, a podcast production studio in Orange County. Colburn extends his expertise through individualized coaching, assisting corporate and individual creators to amplify their digital presence and crafting compelling brand narratives.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
I leverage my expertise to support creatives in developing robust, entertaining content. My coaching methodology is grounded in proven principles, and I extensively use a positive, thoughtful approach. This strategy cultivates a grounded emotional intelligence around the process of creating content. With my experience building successful podcasts and coaching digital creators, I bring a unique and creative perspective to creativity.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
In my journey, I’ve found that the most pivotal aspect lies in the innovative coaching concepts I’ve developed for Digital Content Creators, contributing to coaching knowledge and practice. These elements reflect my commitment to evolving and enhancing my clients.
Amy Moser
Amy Moser is a seasoned coach that works with clients including companies, family lawyers and professional women. Amy’s clients develop the mental fitness to be resilient even in the most stressful times. She is a certified Positive Intelligence coach and has coached more than 300 clients through the flagship programme, including PQ-Powered Teams.
Always looking to give back, Amy recently created a university course for coaches to learn how to work with young people.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
I creatively use my coaching expertise to achieve sustainable outcomes for my clients. I am one of the first coaches certified in Positive Intelligence (PQ), and I have completed PQ Mastery. This has helped me internalise the concepts and neuroscience principles. I walk the talk, while being a lifelong learner in the field. I always bring a fresh perspective to coaching, fueled by my creativity.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
I’ve weathered some difficult life experiences. My empathy has grown and I have come to see these as a gift. I help clients dig deep into their resources. After living in various countries and working at many companies, I am a global citizen and have received support from many. I am a champion of giving that support back through coaching.
Carrie
Carrie has over 20 years’ experience working as a HR/Learning and Development professional and is a Fellow of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and Fellow of Learning Performance Institute (LPI). Her career spans large international financial services organisations and smaller non-profit organisations giving her a breadth of experience in the corporate world which has been successfully transferred to smaller organisations. She has partnered with organisations to deliver HR and Learning change programmes, as well as leadership development, learning and talent initiatives. With her experience, as an HR business partner she’s experienced in supporting businesses achieve their specific needs.
Moreover, Kamran’s impact transcends the virtual realm, having expertly trained numerous individuals from diverse organizations and coached numerous CXOs over the past 2 decades.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
Carrie has driven the learning/talent agenda creating innovative strategies allowing organisations to work dynamically with their people, helping to unleash their full potential. She’s a fully qualified/accredited business and executive coach, as well as a mentor. She’s also a qualified/accredited coaching supervisor who is experienced in working with businesses to support the development of manager coaches.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
Leaders across business must role model the right behaviours to set the right tone for their organisations. If this is hindered in anyway, the organisation’s reputation will suffer. People follow leaders and majority of cases leave organisations because of poor experiences with the leaders/managers of an organisation. I believe it is crucial for an organisation’s reputation to stay positive, leaders need to be given the right tools to lead others in the best way possible, they have the knowledge and skill to demonstrate the right behaviours, aligned to cultural values of the organisation.
Kamran Zahid
Kamran Zahid, a phenomenal guru in organization development, is renowned for crafting visionary ecosystems worldwide. His profound influence extends to an extensive following on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram, attracting thousands of devoted followers in the realm of personal development.
Moreover, Kamran’s impact transcends the virtual realm, having expertly trained numerous individuals from diverse organizations and coached numerous CXOs over the past 2 decades.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
With expertise in NLP and positive intelligence, I empower leaders to unlock their untapped potential across all aspects of life. My adept facilitation enables them to define a compelling vision and purpose, while prioritizing peak productivity and a meaningful existence. By implementing powerful interventions, distractions fade away, productivity soars, and their work becomes a truly enjoyable pursuit.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
Centered on 360-degree coaching, I holistically address spiritual, emotional, physical, intellectual, breadwinning, family, and social aspects of individuals’ lives. Guiding my clients towards their ikigai, I assist them in discovering their sweet spot. The result is an ‘integrated life,’ characterized by profound happiness, contentment, and peace, culminating in a truly impactful existence.
Brian M. Truskowski
Brian is a Personal Development Coach, Teacher and Public Speaker. He has been on an extensive 10+ year Conscious Self Study of: Personal Growth, Self Empowerment, Philosophical studies, Psychology, New Age Movement and ever growing practice of Spirituality, focusing in Eastern Philosophies and Christianity as well as Native American Traditions.
He has also been teaching a range of personal growth and self empowerment classes and workshops for 8 years.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
My approach to coaching is this: meet my clients where they are, and help support them in getting where they want to go. I don’t have any prerecorded modules, no 7 steps to success. I use the very powerful tools of: Listening, offering non biased perspective, and offering tools or ideas I’ve learned along the way, that apply directly to their current situation. Knowing that they ultimately have the answers within, and I am helping that come out and take action towards success. I also work with my clients outside in nature, letting that extra element help support our sessions.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
Getting out of the way, and dropping the idea that I have the “answers” for them. The most common response from all my clients is this. “ I know where I need to go, I just need you to walk with me to help me get there” and the other thing I hear out of every clients mouth is, “ That is a great question!” Meaning, I am listening to what is alive for them in that moment, and helping them self discover what they need to do.
Diane Dixon
Diane Dixon is a retired Olympic Track and Field athlete.
She is an Olympic Gold & Silver Medalist in Athletics in the 4×400 Meter Relay.
She is a motivational speaker, a mentor, an educator and a proud mom to her son, Dior Christian. She is also a personal coach where she trains her clients of all ages to achieve their ultimate goals.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
I am an eclectic person who possesses a wide variety of skills that require me to balance my work and life. The balance stems from my passion in coaching and seeing student-athletes become the best version of themselves. I realized that what I have sacrificed and accomplished in athletics would benefit those who wish to follow in my footsteps. My Blueprint to coaching was a manifestation of 20 years of being an accomplished athlete and then being able to transfer these skills to our future youth. I believe that sharing my experiences and accomplishments tells a story that people want to hear.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
I am a great listener and observer. I am a motivator and a positive thinker all the time. I understand the dynamics of coaching as some can get sidetracked by peer pressure. My reinforcement is to make sure they understand the sport and have an enjoyable and rewarding experience. I am patient and understand each one’s needs and I am inclusive where noone gets preferential treatment as I want all my student-athletes to perform at their very best.
I teach my athletes that through hard work, dedication and a vision that they can be anybody they want to be.
Taylor Thomas
Taylor believes in the power of business to be transformative in the lives of both the team and clients involved. As a young entrepreneur, Taylor co-founded a technology company in his early 20s and went on to found Thomas Endurance Coaching (TEC) and Impact Initiative.
Taylor believes that building scalable and tech-focused companies doesn’t have to come at the expense of the impact that the company has on its customers and its team. Taylor’s commitment to this work can be seen not only in his work as the head of Business Development at TEC, but also in his podcast , writing, and speaking.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
I help leaders get clear on what it is they want out of their life and their business by using a proven process that enables them to identify what’s been holding them back and how they can execute in alignment with their mission, vision, and core values. I give leaders the tools to get away from the “hustle” and live a life that’s in alignment with the things they care most about.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
The thing that has contributed to my success the most has been the fact that I’ve been where my clients have been and continue to do the work required to be the type of leader I help my clients be. I’m not teaching a methodology or a “hack”, but rather giving leaders real-world tools that I implement every day to build the businesses and lives that they want.
Rachael B
Rachael B is a freelance writer, poet/author and personal coach. She refers to herself as a ‘self-care activist and growth catalyst,’ to describe the work she does to facilitate personal and professional growth, offering a gentle, non-judgemental space for both.
Rachael loves to work where creativity meets consciousness and her approach lends itself especially to empowering women to become more confident, particularly when navigating major life changes.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
My work is informed as much by my life experiences as my training (which includes a background in psychology, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) and executive coaching) and my style of coaching is naturally laid-back. I bring creativity into my practice, using poetry and creative wordplay to bypass the conscious mind’s resistance and help create new neural pathways that gently empower my clients to disrupt thinking patterns that no longer serve them. My approach is flexible and relational, responding intuitively to every person I work with and my style is particularly suited to those who identify as highly sensitive and/or neurodivergent.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
My life experience. While qualifications are great, I believe that the real work happens relationally. Knowing that someone has had experiences that relate to yours can make all the difference. Having experienced divorce, domestic abuse, redundancy, early menopause, being a single parent raising a neurodivergent child and more, means that my empathy for your situation runs deep. I know what it is to do The Work. I won’t lie (The Work is never done!) but will hold the space for you on your journey, as you find what works best for you, and cheer you on as you grow.
Sharon Wilson
Sharon Wilson is an award-winning Personal coach with a 25-year career at one of the world’s best business schools, the London Business School. An advocate for a people-centric culture, she coaches individuals and teams to be their best selves @work/study/life. Supporting HR Professionals, she provides tailored coaching to develop, motivate and retain talent. She created Complimentary Kindness- a platform to connect and acknowledge when others are being their best-selves.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
You have to see it to be it! My coaching differs from others because it was home-grown and developed within one of the world’s best business schools, working with some of the world’s best professors, entrepreneurs, students and academic minds. I gained my experience coaching students, academics and staff in an environment of excellence. Working with the best, learning from the best and coaching the best. Increasing EQ to balance IQ is my winning formula and receives outstanding results. I was also one of the first 300 coaches in the UK to receive an OCN Life Coaching Accreditation with distinction.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
My innate ability to deeply understand people, their behaviour, fears and motivators. To me, people are like books and each one has their own title, story and colourful chapters in between. I build rapport and connect with people easily and, because we are all different and have varying needs, I create tailor-made coaching tools to support them on their journeys to becoming their best selves personally and professionally. I deliver themed workshops and create tailored programme accordingly.
Corey
Comfortable in a research lab or mountain monastery, Corey’s coaching and research sits at the intersection of scientific and contemplative traditions.
Corey is a PhD candidate researching how mindfulness impacts deeper causes of stress, anxiety and depression. His research is the culmination of a degree in Psychology and Sanskrit plus more than twenty years studying and translating Buddhist philosophy from Tibetan to English.
These days he works as a meditation teacher, emotion and stress management coach. Before any of this, he was a jazz pianist in Toronto, Canada.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
Using ancient Buddhist wisdom and psychological research, I empower high performers to overcome anxiety, burnout, and overwhelm to achieve peak performance and navigate high-pressure situations with ease and confidence. With this newfound sense of self-assurance, my clients are able to inspire and lead others with clarity, conviction, and purpose. My mission is to help individuals not only succeed, but thrive in high-pressure environments, unlocking their full potential and achieving their professional goals.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
The most important part of my coaching is an authentic grounding in the ancient and modern systems I use for coaching. Years of translating complex philosophy and meditation instructions, coupled with expertise as a mental health researcher, enable me to simplify ancient and modern knowledge into user-friendly language that’s easy for clients to understand and apply. My approach provides a unique opportunity for those seeking a coach who can bridge the gap between traditional wisdom and modern life.
Alexis Haselberger
Alexis Haselberger is a time management and productivity coach who helps people do more and stress less through coaching, workshops and online courses. Her pragmatic, yet fun, approach helps people easily integrate practical, realistic strategies into their lives so that they can do more of what they want and less of what they don’t. Alexis has taught thousands of individuals to take control of their time and her clients include Google, Lyft, Workday, Capital One, Upwork and more.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
Different from most “productivity coaches” who focus on output, hustle and fitting as much as possible into every day, I help people transform their relationship with time. I teach folks how to prioritize their time in such a way that they know that the things they did today were more important than the things they didn’t do, to know when they’ve done “enough” and to make time for the things that matter most to them. My clients report they feel more in control of their time, and that they are a lot less stressed once we’re done working together.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
The single most important thing that has contributed to my success as a coach is my perspective that everyone is unique and that we need to experiment and iterate to find the strategies that will work long term. Every person has a different brain, different constraints, different circumstances, different skills and challenges. I also believe that there’s no one-size-fits-all solution and I work with my clients to build sustainable habits around who they actually are.
Julie McClung
Julie is a Professional Career and Personal Development Coach and a Parent Educator. She is a credentialed Associate Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation. Julie is committed to helping working parents set a vision for themselves as they navigate careers and parenthood. She draws on her personal experience as a parent, former tech recruiter, and former preschool educator to connect with parents and develop realistic strategies to manage career and home life. She holds certifications in HR Management, Career Coaching, Personal Development Coaching, Resume Writing, Yoga, Parent Education and Empowering Professionals in the Workplace.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
Julie is a former Silicon Valley Tech Recruiter with a Certification in Human Resources Management. She is accredited through the International Coaching Federation as an Associate Certified Coach. She also has a background in Early Childhood Education and is a Certified Facilitator of Positive Discipline Strategies for Parents. She is also a Certified Facilitator of Empowering People in the Workplace. Julie holds a Yoga Instructor 200hr Certification and she deeply values mindfulness, self awareness, and being present which is incorporated into her coaching style.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
The single most important thing that has contributed to my success as a coach is my unique blend of experience that aligns perfectly with supporting working parents and professionals seeking work/life balance.
Eileen Hutchinson
Eileen Hutchinson is a highly sought-after coach, supervisor, personal development specialist, and business mentor. A social entrepreneur, CEO of EH Coaching Academy, offering international accreditation in coaching, mentoring, leadership, and management. Author of an exciting practical series of books called “The Hutchinson’s Guide to”, bringing to light the evolution of coaching and mentoring.
Creator of the global “INSIGHTS” Coaching, and mentoring cycle referenced in publications and translated into 10 languages. Eileen has featured in several short documentaries commissioned by UK government and Universities.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
I work with leaders and senior management teams creating positive systemic transformation by developing compassionate leadership. My coaching is based on the INSIGHT and 5E’s model, covering Environment – self-awareness, Engage – self-development, Explore – awareness of potential, Enhance – relationship management and Elevate – emotional maturity.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
The single most important thing is being of service to others which has led me to being innovative and creative in launching new modalities which have added to the body of behavioral change and coaching principles leading to the launch of international coaching accreditation programmes.
Elena Tecchiati
Elena Tecchiati is an organizational psychologist, mediator, executive coach (PCC ICF), and communication trainer and lecturer with more than 13 years’ experience in Europe, USA, and China. Born in Italy, Elena developed quite soon a multicultural identity living and working in different countries, she speaks also fluently 4 languages. Her corporate background includes HR, recruiting, head hunting, consulting, marketing, and sales. Elena is also active as a singer-songwriter, leading a solo and a band project.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
My clients can be able to communicate effectively and negotiate successfully in few sessions. In my coaching I play many times the devil’s advocate, and I like to challenge my clients in deep and philosophical conversations showing different views of the reality, so that they can choose the right option for them. The feedback from some of my past clients has shown that they noticed a significant improvement in self-awareness and self-confidence, important ingredients for success. The ability to communicate effectively is not inborn, still it can be learnt and practiced. I can show how.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
My intercultural identity: I have lived in different countries, I speak 4 languages at negotiation level, and I have been working in different organizations and multinational companies with leaders and managers of more than 30 nationalities. I also worked as a communication and negotiation trainer in China, USA, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Poland, and Switzerland, deepening my experience and intercultural communication skills. This cultural identity gives me the opportunity to understand deeper the reality and perspective of my clients, and to focus more effectively on their real goals, going below the surface.
Ray LeCara JR
A coach, trainer, teacher, motivational speaker, and film producer, Ray LeCara Jr has worked in the academic and personal coaching space for nearly thirty years. He has helped clients in over 20 different countries and from over 40 different states in the thousands of classes, presentations, and sessions he has given.
An author of several books, including a student success guide that was ranked within the top 100 Test Prep Books in 2017, LeCara is also author of the upcoming Essential Study Skills, the first in his Prepared for Life series, and Who Are You, Really? The Search for Authenticity .
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
Exploration, acknowledgement, and celebration of one’s authentic self is what distinguishes my coaching in the areas of living, loving, leading, and learning. When authentic, relationships develop more quickly, deeply, and naturally because one is less triggered, less prone to depression, and less influenced by trends.
Purpose, messaging, and branding are better articulated by authentic leaders. It is who they are at their core. Less insecure, they are better communicators, empowering and comfortable celebrating peers without prejudice.
Guarded against peer pressure, authentic youth possess greater clarity regarding their future goals and interests, academically and as emerging young adults in their communities.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
The single most important thing that has contributed to my success as a coach is the articulation of the authenticity model in the areas of living, loving, leading, and learning (for young people). This is detailed in the publication Who Are You, Really? The Search for Authenticity, a mindset primer for those looking to transform their lives by accessing their most authentic selves with approaches that can be immediately implemented. It has also led to the “WHO AM I?” coaching program for adults and young people.
Meenakkshi Nahata
A passionate and creative internationally certified Image Consultant and Life Coach, Meenakkshi Nahata is the founder of Design Your Life a brand and program designed to strengthen and sharpen your presence, your image and your personal branding. She helps women connect with their passion, purpose and profit by creating their own identity, achieving financial freedom and earning the respect they always deserved.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
I help women to build a personal brand that helps them to easily summarise who they are and what is important to them which enables them to figure out what they want to do and how they want the world to see them, setting their goals, understanding their vision, mission, uniqueness and target markets. My program Design Your Life provides inspiration, guidance and practical tools women need to unleash their capabilities to overcome their limiting beliefs and create the life they deserve.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
As a wellness professional I feel building partnership with your client is most essential to help them make progress in their lives improving their relationships, careers, and day to day lives. We can help our clients overcome their limiting beliefs and help them make most of their strengths.
Michael Serwa
Michael Serwa coaches the elite using his signature no-bullshit approach.
Starting in 2011, he has built one of the most successful personal coaching practices in the world (No.1 in the UK).
He is the author of From Good to Amazing and has been featured in Forbes, GQ, The Times, The Observer, The Telegraph, and on BBC and Sky News.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
I serve my clients without fear of hurting their feelings or ego. I help them produce the best results as quickly as possible using my unique approach. When high and super-high achievers get to a certain point in their life, everyone is afraid to tell them the truth. I’m never afraid. I will often be the only brutally honest person in their life, the only person who can make them see what they cannot see themselves. Sometimes even their best thinking is wrong, and I tell them when I think so, no matter who they are.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
The single most important thing leading to my success was deciding to be successful. Not just successful, but the most successful. I gave myself a few years to achieve this in the UK, and the rest of my life to achieve it globally. I am relentless in my pursuit of being the absolute best coach I can be for my clients. From day 1, I would ask myself every day, what do I need to do, and even more importantly, who do I need to become to reach that goal.
Trudy Chapman
Self-employed for 30 years in a variety of roles, Trudy Chapman brings significant experience to her personal development coaching. Relying only on repeat clients and word of mouth, she has focused on supporting durable and regenerative shifts in her clients. Her clients include executives and private individuals alike who are seeking their best selves. As an antidote to the despair caused by the pandemic, she created “Meanderings with Trudy,” a podcast exploring joy in regular life.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
My coaching approach is best described as “grounded kindness.” In this, I hold my clients to account with gentle and consistent pressure in line with our agreed upon developmental objectives. My presence becomes a guiding spirit in their struggle with grooved-in habits of living. I invite all my clients into change from the inside out through connection with their inherent wisdom – in their hearts, their genius bodies, and their minds. I use the Enneagram to help them see themselves clearly, as personal development is baked into this framework. With kindness, non-judgement and humour, I create a safe container for people that holds them as they shift.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
My ability to listen deeply, and reflect back to people what I see in a way that supports their development, is likely the most important contributor to my success. I work hard to keep out of my own way so that I don’t cloud my client’s view of who they are as they hone their developmental edges. With my use of grounded kindness, and belief that development starts with our hearts and that experience lives in our bodies, I help people both at home and at work engage with themselves in a profoundly different way. They see themselves clearly, often for the first time.
Anna Lampart
Anna Lampart is a Lifestyle Coach specializing in Transformational Life Coaching. Having dabbled in the corporate world for some time, she decided to pursue her purpose, which is working with clients to achieve their goals. She runs her coaching practice with a tailor-made approach to what her clients need. Anna’s biggest achievements include watching her clients lead empowered lives and constantly learning about the human condition through many endeavors.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
One of the most important aspects of being a coach is connecting with people. I like to offer my clients a truly authentic space that is designed especially for them. I make sure my clients get to experience my human-holistic approach. This is based on seeing them as a whole person and catering to their needs for wellness with a space that results in a transformational dialogue, and free-flowing thoughts leading to shifts. My ultimate aim is for them to feel comfortable and safe in the coaching space.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
One of the most important things that have contributed to my success as a coach is the foundation of knowledge that I was able to obtain at Animas Centre for Coaching. Not only was it about learning the essentials of becoming a coach but also about building relationships with other people in the industry and exchanging experiences. An absolutely crucial part of being a successful coach is the never ending thirst for knowledge about people. I consider that to be a key component of my success.
Sarah Farmer
Sarah is a Global Executive Coach who has worked with over 500 hundred leaders and their teams helping them achieve outstanding results like Improving profitability by 40% and increasing revenue by £10 Million.
Sarah specialises in working with senior leaders and C suite executives returning to work post redundancy or transitioning into new roles who are highly competent but suffering with Imposter Syndrome.
Sarah’s book ‘Leader Unleashed’ is due to launch November 22. It explains her 5-step process that helps leaders build an unshakeable self-belief, improve resilience and achieve more.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
I help senior leaders develop an empowered and resilient mindset and the advanced leadership skills that help them deliver fast, effective and sustainable results within the first 90 days without the fear of failure or making the wrong call, holding them back. My work is based on neuroscience and I help all my clients build self-awareness, emotional self control and the advanced leadership skills that all great leaders need to inspire others to follow them.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
The single most important thing that has contributed to my success is my continuous curiosity and professional development which has built my knowledge but more importantly, my own confidence to coach others with the passion and the energy that lights them up and inspires them to be and do better. I have always been courageous but this was inspite of the fear within. Now my courage is free from constraints which makes me pretty unstoppable with the right client in from to of me.
Claire Foy
Claire Foy ACC is an Executive, Leadership and Team Effectiveness coach and mentor with 25 years’ experience in the financial industry, and 10 years’ experience in the learning, development, and coaching of world class professionals. Known to have a loving boot, Claire brings a warmth and playfulness to her coaching and has a gift for the reframe and perspective of any situation.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
I use a strength-based performance psychology approach with my clients, both individuals and teams. I hold a safe space for deeper self-awareness and induce a greater cognizance of other’s behaviors and mindsets. My clients soon develop an ability to shift perspective and see a situation from many different viewpoints. This is particularly valuable in teams, where valuing other’s strengths and differences allows for better collaboration, influencing and group effectiveness, with inclusivity at the heart. By creating belief in own ability, and encouraging trust, curiosity and therefore psychological safety between peers, everyone will feel valued for being their authentic self.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
The single most important thing for me as a coach was gaining an understanding the psychology of the human mind. Seeing the world through different lenses and therefore learning how to easily shift perspective. This allowed me to pause, reflect and focus my direction thoughtfully. Time to Think (Nancy Kline) taught me the comfort of silence, and the ‘positive-assumption’ to unblock a stuck situation. Vision chairs and derive are two of my most valuable tools, and the thought-provoking question of ‘who is this serving’ reminds me that my role as coach is not to save, just to hold space.
Matt Kirilov
When Matt is thriving he is transforming organizations, serving as a community catalyst, crafting learning experiences, enabling team and leader journeys, and holding space for others online and in person. He has founded several user groups, speks and coaches worldwide.
A founder of Cerber, a coaching and training organization with the ambitious objective to bring clarity and knowledge to agilists across the globe, Matt partners a pace with technology leaders to create nimble purpose driven environments. He is a Scrum Alliance Certified Team Coach (CTC) and Training from the BACK of the room trainer.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
I enable clarity and new learning for people though generative coaching while my motto is to be the one holding the spotlight one people in the sense that I want to be the catalyst for their growth who enables them without sharing the spotlight.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
The single most important thing for me that contributed to my success as a coach has been my personal growth journey triggered by my coaching practice. The beauty of it is that coaching is transformational for the coach and gaining more self awareness in turn reinforced my coaching skills and growth.
Dvorah Stein
Dvorah is a People and Culture Strategist and Professional Certified Coach (PCC). She is ignited by awakening the hidden power in leaders, their teams and their organisations. She is the founder of The Hive, specializing in coaching, culture and leadership development. Dvorah is also a faculty member of Integral+ Africa’s, Coaching Centre and the Eliot Osrin Leadership Institute. She has a rich background in Industrial Psychology and 20 years’ experience in the field of people development, change management, HR and Learning and Development.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
My methodology is designed to ignite new ways of thinking, doing and being – through radical self-discovery and purpose-driven action. I use an Integral approach, based on neuroscience and positive psychology, holding the whole person, their system, relationships, and their context in mind. My understanding of organizational culture and a strategic perspective feed into the approach. The experience is a catalyst for elevating my client’s inner and outer game to catapult them, their team and their organisation to the next level – sustainably and authentically. Using a range of tools, techniques and perspectives, and two decades of experience, I partner with my clients to define unique goals, map milestones, leverage their diverse strengths, develop strategic alignment, relationships and leadership capabilities.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
The single most important thing enabling my success as a coach is the profound ongoing dedication to learning and unlearning. This learning includes Organisation and Relationship Systems Coaching (ORSC), Strengths-based Models, The Enneagram, Archetypal Psychology, Depth and Shadow work, Design Thinking, Team Coaching, Systems Thinking, Integral Coaching frameworks, to name a few. My unlearning includes a healthy dose of curiosity, questioning and consistently letting go of ideas that are no longer fit for purpose.
Amanda Antcliff
On this page, you will read some information about me … Amanda Antcliff. I’ve chosen not to present to you my resume but rather – as a PERSONAL coach – to keep this introduction just that, personal! My aim is for you to know a little about where I have come from and what I currently do, but most importantly what motivates and inspires me. My husband and I call our life ‘Pat and Amanda’s Excellent Adventures’ so these are some of the highlights…
Katy Brooks
I’m Katy, a personal and professional development coach based in Perth, Western Australia. After a decade of secondary school teaching I decided I wanted to spend more time working one on one with people of all ages helping them to achieve their goals. Coaching is a natural fit for me and I love working with people to help move them forwards towards their goals… in whatever direction that may be. To find out if coaching is right for you, get in touch to organise a free 30 minute coaching session.
Jacob Fishbein
Jacob “Coach Jake” Fishbein is an Executive & Personal Coach who helps people and organizations who are experiencing dilemmas or uncertainty make and navigate their most important choices. He has also worked with men for over half a decade to inspire them to trust themselves, live authentically and vulnerably, and step into the arena in their personal and professional lives.
Doug Blecher
When you’re Autistic, the world isn’t designed with your unique traits in mind and everyday demands can feel insurmountable. At Autism Personal Coach, we provide Autistic adults and teens hard to find support to live self sufficient and purpose-driven lives through our private coaching and community events. After graduating with a degree in psychology, Doug Blecher saw an ad to work with Autistic children and immediately answered the call, falling in love with what would later prove to be his life purpose.
After years of training and working with Autistic children, Doug noticed a troubling trend…Autistic teens and adults had very few resources and very little support in transitioning into independent living.
Jan Fox
When you find yourself on a detour that has taken you off of your desired path, it is how you perceive the situation that makes the difference. Your view of the circumstances can make it an opportunity or an obstacle. The choice is yours. I hope the road less traveled is the one you choose. I have been coaching and mentoring for 25 years. I have coached one-on-one with individuals on personal and professional matters and with couples working to improve their relationship.
I have worked with groups of up to 30 participants. I have spoken onstage to audiences of over a thousand. I have mentored within my role as co-owner of a global marketing business, where for 27 years I have been able to pursue my passions and work toward financial independence while assisting dozens of individuals and couples in starting their own business – helping them meet their needs for independence, self-worth and financial goals. As a way of giving back to our community, I have worked with groups at our church and am currently mentoring military spouses exploring career opportunities that function well within their military lifestyle.
Janelle Ryan
Hi and thanks for dropping by. My name is Janelle Ryan and I am a global Personal Coach, Group Coach, published Author, Speaker, Facilitator and International Retreat Leader. I help high performing men and women EXPAND their minds, CREATE the life/career/biz they desire and LEAD others to success.
Jo M.
I’m a Personal Coach, so we discuss your journey so far and how I can support you to take action for what’s next! By creating a personal vision, you will reconnect with your inner-self, with what you want now. With your Go Go Mojo Personal Action Plan to guide you, you will feel excited about what is next for you as a professional who has so much to offer the world.
Lisa Quinn
Lisa Quinn is a former Communications Director turned Co-Active coach, who has grown a successful coaching practice through word of mouth recommendations since starting her business in 2018. She is an in-house coach for a large global PR agency, and coaches for the Allbright members club on a programme to help more women reach board positions. She also runs a thriving private practice working with senior leaders in the US, Asia and Europe. It’s only through my own personal development, working as youth worker, training and supporting people with disabilities in open employment and now as a Coach – that I can honestly say that I know who I am and what it is that I want for my life.
What do you do differently or how is your coaching different from others?
My coaching is intuitive, highly practical and anchored in neuroscience. I’m a trained somatic coach and a qualified mindfulness teacher, and a significant part of what I do is helping my clients manage their own physical responses. Understanding your own unique fight/flight/freeze response can be a real game changer. I’m also big on Values and helping my clients understand what makes them tick, so that they can use this knowledge to help them make better decisions.
What according to you has been the single most important thing that has contributed to your success as a coach?
My curiosity. I am really, really curious. Both about my clients and what serves them best, and also about what’s going to make me a better coach. Continuous professional development is vital to me. I’m learning all the time. I also think my background helps. I come from the corporate world. I’ve reported to CEOs, been to business school and had big, demanding roles. I know what it’s like to work in a fast-paced business, to have targets, multiple stakeholders and to navigate complex operating environments. I understand the world that my clients operate in.
Mary Argese
As a Coach, Mary works with Individual Clients and Business Owners, Executives, Managers and Staff to develop them to be the best that they can be. She supports individuals to look for the answers within themselves, based on their values. She develops and models trust, honesty and mutual respect in developing communication and working relationships, focusing on Leadership Development with Business Clients.
Conclusion
There you have it, you’ve just read about the industry’s top personal coaches.
What has been your biggest takeaway from this?
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