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Over the last six years I have had the good fortune to meet
and work with hundreds of extraordinary men and women from around the world -
from Vancouver to Toronto, New York to San Francisco, England to Hong Kong,
Israel to Mumbai - most who hold senior leadership positions.
I have simply stopped asking my clients for testimonials ...
"We brought coaching into our organization in the fall of 2002 to reward and invest in some of our top people. A group of 13 people including myself worked with a coach for a period of three months. The results were impressive. The individuals involved reported new learning and skills in the area of managing, leading, motivating, communication, taking initiative, and delegating, as well as feeling a greater sense of self-awareness and confidence. And at the level of the entire organization, the coaching revealed several critical issues in the company that were under the surface. In the bigger picture, we now have a plan to address communication barriers between management and staff, to create and reinforce a Corporate Vision that everyone in the company can be passionate about and enhance our performance on all levels. I can honestly say that coaching has positively impacted our bottom line and will continue to do so as we move forward into our second phase of coaching".
"As a physician
struggling with disillusionment and burnout, I approached
coaching with a leery optimism. Susanne was able to help me
rediscover my focus, and challenge me to look at problems and
opportunities in a fresh new way. Her keen sensitivity and
insight allowed me to benefit more rapidly than I had
expected. I completed my initial sessions with a renewed
optimism and with strategies I can take with me indefinitely.
Thanks Susanne."
- Dr. Steve Ritz, Pennsylvania. November 2003.
"Working with Susanne has
given me a new focus and direction. I thought that I knew
what I was all about until Susanne helped me find a way to
see things in a different light. She helped me rediscover my
values system and helped me put that system into
play in all aspects of my life. After spending three months
with Susanne my work life is better , my family life is stronger,
and I have been able to create a better balance between the
two. I will return to
coaching with Susanne once I have had a chance to work the magic
that she has brought out in me."
- Kiven Wenman, Manager
of Sales and Development, The
Personnel Department. Vancouver, BC. June 2004
"Before working with Susanne, I did not have a clear view of my values both on a personal and professional level. Also, I seemed to lack some of the basic leadership skills that are needed both for my career and personal life. In working with
Susanne, she helped me build a foundation of core values and leadership skills that has helped me realize that there is nothing I cannot rise above.
Susanne was always excited, enthusiastic and always went the "extra mile" in helping me meet my goals for each session. She has a wealth of knowledge and is more than willing to share it. I would recommend that if you have a chance to work with a coach,
Susanne is one coach that will exceed your expectations." "Since we last spoke, I have been promoted to Project Lead. The new role is exciting and challenging. It is amazing how often I refer to my lessons that we worked on together. Once again, thank you!" - Michael Regione, Consultant , Selkirk Financial Technologies, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. August 2003.
"Everyone needs a coach! We offered all our employees the opportunity to receive
coaching. 20% took us up on the offer. I believe that
coaching has been very successful for our company as it has helped our employees take a look at what they want out of life. It has helped them to be more confident, to set goals and to go after their dreams. We have seen some great positive results with the people who have taken
coaching...they feel better about themselves and it shows in their work. I believe that successful companies today continually invest in their employees well being. Why? It is part of the culture. It's worth it!" "I worked with Susanne to resolve some work driven issues of a personal development nature. Susanne always kept things on track and had me develop my own strategies for resolving issues. This process of personal "buy in" ensured there was a commitment to goal achievement. We achieved positive results on several issues to the point where we both felt the coaching had reached a stage where it could be concluded. That is a true sign of coaching success." - Harry Hoyer, General Manager, Raydon Rentals (The Cat Rental Store). Calgary, Alberta. October 2002 - 2003 "Susanne Biro is a wonderful coach who has an innate ability to distil the heart of the matter from the clutter and confusion that surrounds seemingly complex or difficult decisions. While not offering advice,
Susanne brings the power of perspectives and the return to core values as guiding principles. Her attentive listening skills and her sincere empathy allow for a true sharing of what is essential. For those who want to learn and grow, I would recommend
Susanne to guide in that journey. "Susanne's professional yet friendly attitude was very helpful for me to open up and let her in and help me. As an entrepreneur, my diversified interests, both personal and business, have my attention very fragmented, and Susanne coaching helped me realize and focus on the things that matter most. Her coaching techniques helped be my "mirror" by asking me professional questions and bringing out the things that I could not have done on my own. I highly recommend Susanne Biro as a coach who can help anybody to focus and grow their personal or business endeavors." - Bruce Vernon, President, Homepro Handyman Service Ltd. West Vancouver, B.C. August 2003
"So many things have happened since we last met for our coaching. When I first met you I can't say that I was really goal setting, but I was making progress in my career. However, there is something to be said for actually setting goals, big goals. It's motivating and rewarding. You realize when you hit a goal that you are progressing and you prove to yourself that you can do it and are doing it. Ever since our very first meeting I have been visualizing the home I plan to live in and the life I want to live and now it seems closer than ever. Last month I more than doubled my income from the first goal I had set with you last year. A particularly exceptional month but still, I proved that I can do it and if I keep on doing it I will get that house I visualize. Even if there are a few hiccups along the way I know that it will happen if I want it bad enough. Thanks so much for you ongoing support and your true friendship."
"I am very skeptical when it comes to people 'preaching' about how to become successful and what you need to do to get there, so when Nuheat had the opportunity to talk with Life Coaches, I was a little apprehensive. I soon discovered that it wasn't them that
'preached' to you (but) it was the opportunity to learn more about myself and have them push you to the limits that you could undoubtedly reach. I have accomplished more than what and where I thought I would be 5 years ago, with many more accomplishments on the way. Thank you so much for everything
Susanne!" Comments from those who attended my Introduction to Life Coaching workshop at the Career Educators Society (CES) Conference held at the Four Season's Hotel Vancouver, November 29, 2002:
"I came to Susanne because I had this nagging feeling that I was not living my potential. I knew in my heart of hearts that I could be more. Also, as a coach-in-training, I believed that Susanne had the qualities that I seek in a mentor: wisdom, learnedness, patience, honesty, and a reverence for life and spirit. With Susanne's gentle (and sometimes tough) guidance, I worked beyond a simplistic career plan to an all-encompassing life plan - which is much, much more satisfying on all levels: professionally, personally, and spiritually. With Susanne, I learned to celebrate myself more - which is something of essence when you really begin to step out into your vision of success and happiness. Successful and happy people are confident in themselves. I highly recommend Susanne to be your partner in achieving more - whatever your own personal definition of more entails." - A. Niinikoski, BA, BEd, Personal Excellence Coach, Teacher and Modern Language Specialist. February 2003
"I engaged in a professional coaching relationship with
Susanne starting in July of 2002. At that time I was experiencing tremendous success professionally but I felt something was missing - I lacked a personal understanding of what drives me and what keeps me going. Based on this, I was living an emotional "roller coaster". I was very elated during the highs and felt down with the lows. The goal of my engagement with
Susanne was to address this: Understand what motivates me thereby smoothing out the ride.
"WOW!!! What a job you did with my class. I talked with a mother Tuesday evening that was told by her daughter that your
'visualization exercise' was incredible. She got sooooo much out of it. Well what can I say, you dun good! Thanks once again
Susanne for helping my students see what potential they have and for inspiring many of them with your discussion."
"When I was first introduced to the concept of coaching, I was intrigued and at the same time somewhat skeptical. However, through the process of coaching with
Susanne I learned how to look at things differently, both at work and in my personal life. The greatest gift that I have taken with me is the ability to question how and why I can do the things that I want to, instead of focusing on why I can't."
"Coaching with Susanne was a wonderful
experience and it brought so much more clarity in realizing who I really am
and how to live my values both, professionally and personally.
For me Susanne
was a great motivator and listener,
she
knew
exactly
the best way to get me closer to my goals. She made me commit to work on things
and made me realize that I am the one who has to hold myself accountable first.
I embraced the challenge of addressing areas that needed work and with Susanne's
help and patience I can say that I came a long way in dealing with the things
and situations in my professional and personal life. I feel more confident, I
know exactly
what I have to do, I am a better leader,
and I am
definitely
a more
content person. I
would recommend Susanne as a coach without hesitation as she truly makes a
difference!."
- Ariana Kazija, F&B
Manager, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Vancouver, B.C. June
2004
"Working with Susanne has helped me to take the time to appreciate and understand more about me. Through easy exercises and questions I realized that I was holding myself captive from happiness by setting extreme expectations (in all aspects of my life) that simply weren't achievable. I have learned to take the time to do the things that I want to do for me (not should do), to focus on living my values, and accepting and appreciating me. "Meeting and working with Susanne has changed my life. Susanne has helped me to focus on my values and to not compromise them in both my personal & professional life. I feel much more at peace with myself. At our sessions, Susanne got me excited about the steps I had taken and was able to recognize the importance of them, no matter how small. Susanne's listening skills and life experiences made me feel comfortable and allowed me to open up to her. I loved the fact that she would not take my problems or issues on, but would challenge me to own up to them. Susanne puts people at ease and you really know that she cares! I would not hesitate to recommend her to others who want to take charge of their life!" - Wendy Sears, Director of Catering & Conference Services, The Fairmont Waterfront, Vancouver, B.C. December 2002 "Since coaching with Susanne I've learned that I can accomplish anything that I put my mind and heart to. She excels at motivating me to work towards my goals and without her guidance I would not be where I am at today: I am proud to say my business partner and I will be running our own clothing line in the very near future." - T.M., Entrepreneur and Business Owner. North Vancouver, B.C. December 2001 "Susanne came to speak to our networking group, and in a short period of time, she got us started on the right track. The visualization she took us through was very powerful and thoroughly enjoyed by all. She is an excellent presenter - charismatic, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. She gave us a great deal to think about and left us curious about how coaching and the tools and concepts she discussed related to each of us as controllers/human resources department heads, as well as how the questions she asked related to each of us as people. If you get a chance to see Susanne present, I highly recommend taking it; you will walk away motivated and excited with tools you can use - guaranteed." - Bruce Adanac, Vice President of Hospitality Financial & Technology Professionals - B.C Chapter; and Member Experience Manager, Hollyburn Country Club, West Vancouver, B.C. January 2001 "I must say that I have really enjoyed our (coaching) relationship. I (now) feel at ease about the most important issues I had when we first met. Susanne was always there, ready to pick up where we left off, challenging me when I least expected it and she held me to it! She didn't tell me what to do or fix my issues, but helped me find out what I wanted to do to best deal with them. She is Awesome!" - Shelly Falconer, Sales & Technical Support - California Market, Nuheat Industries Ltd. Surrey B.C. July 2002 "I always found Susanne to be a wonderfully empathic coach who I felt was really 'on my team'. She asks great questions and has given me the confidence to trust my own wisdom, make my own decisions, and achieve a balance in my life. Since working with Susanne I have changed to a job that I love, attracted the lady of my dreams and am living far more in the present moment, noticing and enjoying the richness there is in life every day - if we just take time to notice it. But perhaps most of all what Susanne has helped me to realize is that my connections with my loved ones are what is most important to me." - Phil Roberts, Golf Professional and Vitality Coach. London, England. January 2001 "Coaching with Susanne is one of the best things that I have ever done for ME. With Susanne's guidance I rediscovered someone inside of me who knows that she is truly valuable and possesses skills to become whoever and whatever she needs to be, to be truly fulfilled. Success is a subjective concept; the tangibles that mark me as successful are mine to define as well as the timing in achieving those goals. Thank you Susanne - for being there - for being my champion every week - for making me believe in myself." - M. MacNeil, Nuheat Industries Ltd., Surrey, B.C. January 2002 "Coaching and Susanne came to me as a gift. Little did I know that gift would come at a pinnacle in my life and with Susanne's gift for guidance, encouragement and absolute belief in me I was finally set free to pursue my life long dream. This endeavor always seemed daunting and scary but Ms. Biro showed me that by simply changing my perspective I was able to make many leaps of faith. This has become the mantra of my "new" life and the liberation is exhilarating! I can't wait to meet every new day with all of its challenges and opportunities. I am reminded of Susanne and can hear her words of wisdom every time I think "I can't" and with those precious words ringing in my ears I take a deep breath and do it anyways - and it feels good. Thank you Susanne for guiding me to a better place. I will never forget you." - Jennifer Graveness, Singer/Songwiter. Vancouver, B.C. June 2002 |
