"If you are going to achieve excellence in big things, you develop the habit in little matters. Excellence is not an exception; it is a prevailing attitude".
— Colin Powell
"The leader of the past was a person who told. The leader of the future will be a leader who asks." — Peter Drucker
Academic:
Immaculata University
www.immaculata.edu
Montgomery County Woman-owned Business Network, series sponsored by Montgomery County Community College
http://www.mc3.edu/
Pennsylvania State University - Outreach and Workforce Education & Development, partnership with PA Labor & Industry
http://www.hbg.psu.edu/news/CareerLink2006.htm
Philadelphia Area Independent Schools — Business Officers Association
www.paisboa.org
Corporate:
Manchester, Inc. — merged with Right Management Consultants, Inc.
www.right.com
Eclipsys Corporation® — The Outcomes Company®
www.eclipsys.com
Informed Systems, Inc - Consulting company, specializing in the value-added reselling of Microsoft Business Solutions
www.isisupport.com
Government:
City of Philadelphia; Philadelphia Water Department
www.phila.gov/water
Non-Profit:
40 Plus
www.40Plus.org
Professional Association:
American Association of University Women, Philadelphia Branch
in partnership with US Department of Labor Women's Bureau, 6th Annual Be the Designer of Your Life Conference
http://www.aauwphila.org/index.html
Association of Career Professionals International, Philadelphia Chapter
http://www.acpinternational-philadelphia.org
Greater Valley Forge Human Resource Association
www.gvfhra.org
Great Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce
www.gvrcc.org
Network of Women in Computer Technology
http://www.nwct-phila.org/
Society of Human Resource Professionals, Philadelphia and Valley Forge Chapters
www.phillyshrm.org
Women’s MBA Network
www.womensmbanetwork.org/
This is a compilation of comments and feedback from my coaching clients from different industries, organizational structures, and coaching formats...
Each Client brought a unique gift to our coaching partnership with one common theme for each one — each Client was searching for more meaning and vitality in their lives.
They each had a strong belief in possibilities and their dreams, and took the courageous step to explore these possibilities through coaching.
Enjoy reading about my client successes.
"This month marks the anniversary of my first coaching session, and I have good news to report about several accomplishments over the past year: I acquired two income properties with both showing a profit in next month; successful completion of a ski instructor exam; recognition as 2003 Volunteer of the Year by YMCA; new job that is a great match for my interests and skill set. Thanks for your help in keeping my focus and better understanding of longer-term goals."
B.L., Staffing Manager for
Fortune 100 Corporation
"It is wonderfully reinforcing to have a personal cheerleader to assist you to accomplishment. As a result of my coaching partnership with Gerrie, I find that I have taken strides toward goals I normally would have procrastinated about and not achieved. I felt that I had to follow-through on my goals, did, and DID achieve. I worked more effectively and focused in a different way on projects and goals.
My initial hesitancy and skepticism about coaching was soon abated when I began to work with Gerrie, and I now find myself a convert to the idea of personal coaching due, in fact to the major effort, professionalism, and personal rapport I have with Ms. Dresser as my coach. I find Ms. Dresser to be actively engaged, more than capable, concerned, and knowledgeable about her topics, enthusiastic about my successes and productively inter-bound with my goals and desires.
I recommend coaching to others, and I particularly recommend Ms. Dresser to assist you to realize that which you would hope to accomplish."
Barry Brait, Financial Transactions Manager
"Gerrie has helped me to look at my long-range goals and how to achieve balance in my activities, so that now my daily "to-do-list", both at work and at home, takes on a larger meaning. Gerrie also encouraged me to "play to my strengths", rather than trying to fix certain areas."
William E. (Bill) Toffey, Biosolids Utilization Manager
"Gerrie Dresser is an excellent motivator; she has helped me review my career and life goals and worked with me to achieve or improve on what I feel is necessary. Our sessions together are confidential, productive, informative and enjoyable. I highly recommend her and her coaching techniques as you evaluate where you are and where you want to go in life."
Joseph (Joe) S. Morrow, Manager Industrial Waste Unit"Working with Gerrie Dresser over the past year has provided me with the essential tools for defining and accomplishing my personal and job related goals. Gerrie's attention to detail, genuine concern and motivational skills are positively contagious and have influenced my way of thinking and the manner in which I engage in 'every-day' situations. Moreover, her ability to accommodate a client's individual needs or concerns, speaks highly of her intrinsic qualities as a personal coach."
Lance H. Butler, Aquatic Biologist Manager
Watershed Sciences Group, Office of Watersheds
"Although I was initially apprehensive about the use of a personal coach to assist in identifying goals, establishing priorities and gaining a better understanding about what motivates me to achieve, the process of working with Gerrie Dresser was pleasant and confidential. With Gerrie's help, I identified the values that are important to me; the steps that I needed to take to meet my personal and professional needs and the actions necessary to reach my selected goals. I successfully achieved the goals that I identified and feel that the overall experience was worthwhile."
William (Bill) Wankoff, Water Plants Manager
"Coaching has helped me to define a clearer vision of my goals and map out a more direct path to achieve them. I learned concepts of which I was not aware that were catalysts in reaching my goals. I also became more aware of strengths that I naturally possess that had not previously been evident to me. I highly recommend coaching."
Mike Battle, Stores Manager
"I have a clearer sense of the type of work that I like to do and where my strengths/skills lie. My resume is stronger and projects the image of a capable individual whereas, before, it was merely a chronological listing of positions held."
Kathy T., Business Process Analyst
"In my 30 years of corporate and professional experience, Gerrie stands out as a highly motivated, results-oriented professional with great organizational, communication, and success coaching skills. Gerrie is genuinely interested in her client's success and does whatever it takes to support her client's goals. She is a pleasure to work with and a fabulous coach."
L.O, General Manager, Energy Services Company
"My coaching sessions with Gerrie Dresser have been very beneficial. Gerrie's practical systems and knowledge helped me to focus on building on my strengths and setting a clear direction for myself. One result is that I have been better able to maximize my day-to-day work accomplishments. That is not just very satisfying, but it has also helped reduce daily pressure — for which I am very grateful."
Nancy J. Weissman, Director of Economic Development
"I found Gerrie extremely valuable in helping me sift through what I want and what makes me most happy. Working with Gerrie has helped me focus on my professional career, work on personal relationship issues at home and has given me an overall sense of inner confidence.
By focusing on my style of leadership, I gained confidence that what works best for me internally is the way I can contribute best. Fairness and one-on-one communications helps, in addition to establishing consequences as needed. The steps that I took to clear out clutter allowed me to become more organized and follow through consistentely, were extremely valuable.
Coaching has helped both my personal relationship between my wife and me in that in that I have gained greater confidence in my ability to succeed. Gerrie has been extremely valuable in helping me work through many issues, and I find it is an ever evolving and expanding vision of what is possible."
Matthew Smith, Planning & Research Manager, Planning & Engineering Division
"I hired a business coach because I wanted to increase my dollar volume and decrease the amount of time I spent spinning my wheels. My goal was to become more focused and therefore more profitable.
With the help of Gerrie Dresser, I was able to realize quick results. The average sale by dollar amount increased by almost double in a few months, and I found that in better defining my target market, I actually began attracting the Buyers and Sellers that I visualized as clients! Coaching is a great investment."
Nancy Dougherty, Esquire, Realtor, Weichert Realtors-Paoli
"I really get the feeling that you care about my success and are tuned-in to what is important and challenging to me. Your Recaps of our coaching sessions are thorough and on target!"
Anthony D. Cellucci, Jr., Managing Partner of The Beacon Group Companies, LLC
"Whether your goals are big or small, Gerrie will set up an individualized plan that will accommodate your life schedule. Gerrie is the most organized and focused person I have ever met. As a coach, she is totally committed to you."
Cindy Ash, NH
"Through this coaching program, I've experienced a greater sense of direction in my life and business, higher sense of self-esteem by overcoming and eliminating false beliefs — being aware of what those false beliefs have been and now going beyond those thoughts — and having the distinct opportunity to share greater levels of growth and insights with other wise, wonderful and successful leaders!"
Elise M. Collagan, NH
"I discovered that I work more effectively when I have the appropriate structure and directions. I now feel comfortable asking to get my needs met. I learned that my inner wisdom is my guide, and I can have FUN as I work!!!"
Susie Wohar, Nebraska
"Gerrie's great organization and enthusiasm has been wonderful to keep the team focused and propelled in forward motion. She did a great job bringing out our individuality, and I appreciate how each of us had to find our own method for reaching our goals. I am very grateful for everything that Gerrie shared with us during this great coaching program."
Heidi Hartwell, VT
"The coaching has shifted my focus from thinking about my own limiting beliefs to communicating the benefits that regenerative products and a solid financial opportunity can bring to others lives."
Ethel Dugan, NJ
"I learned that fears can be overcome by simply shifting my thinking and taking action, and benefited from connecting with other leaders who have the same fears."
Mary Ann Purnell, VT
Direct outcomes of other entrepreneurs and business leaders:
Personal Outcomes, the Inner Secrets to Success:
Business Outcomes, the Outer Manifestation of Your Personal Outcomes:
"Gerrie kept the focus on what each member of the group needed while allowing for the flow of conversation. She was always open and honest and connected with each of us, encouraging us to connect with our own visions and cheer on the visions and accomplishments of each member. I was able to integrate my vision through the tools and exercises that Gerrie provided, as well as through her ability to view things objectively, make connections, and identify progressive action steps."
Kathy T, Business Systems Analyst
"It was a thrill to watch the group form into a team of women championing each other. I experienced a feeling of sharing and understanding from each woman in our group. I feel that everyone in the group grew by leaps and bounds from the first session. I felt safe, open, and at ease while speaking and sharing with the group."
Jacqueline M, Office Manager
"I gained a better self-image and confidence to say "no", set clearer boundaries with client fees and financial management, am more organized, stay on focus with what's important and not on the urgent, spend time to reconnect with friends, and am bolder in my marketing approach."
Marjorie J, President of Consulting Firm
"I gained more confidence in business, developed more awareness of balances/imbalances in my life, have an intention to listen to my inner voice and create an individual life, even if it's not the norm. I also have a greater self-image, personal respect, inner power and confidence. I am more aware of my life as a map that I create."
Mitzi S., Sales Consultant
"I loved the energizing growth through a life transition that honored each person's personal space. I experienced a safe space for people to "show up", experience being heard with a suspension of judgment, and I received richness from the varied experiences and lifestyles of the group."
Kathy R., Financial Services Manager
"I experienced that we matter and people are empowered when they are clear about their vision, learn to be honest, authentic and express their feelings. I learned to be open to different ideas and nourishing growth, and the importance of appreciation and being accountable to myself. Life flows when energy drains are eliminated and fun is added to my life."
Barbara B., Office Manager
"I gained a stronger belief in myself and what I can bring to the world, and well as solid support and encouragement; practical suggestions, not just concepts; made time for myself a priority. As a result of the program, I cleared out a lot of clutter and took more control over how I am treated by others.
Gerrie kept the focus on what each member of the group needed while allowing for the flow of conversation. She was always open and honest and connected with each of us, encouraging us to connect with our own visions and cheer on the visions and accomplishments of each member.
The environment was completely safe and positive, and totally energizing. We learned to identify what holds us back from living full and satisfying lives. We took action to eliminate the things that drain us, and learned and reveled in the power of the group. Each session was pro-active."
Kay S., Recruiting Consultant
CLIENT OUTCOMES: In just 3-months other women experienced these successes:
"Gerrie has a gift of connecting people with what they need to maintain a healthier and more successful lifestyle. She is very knowledgeable and offers ideas and practical strategies to help you maintain and improve your lifestyle. I feel blessed that she has guided me to take better care of myself and has introduced me to nutritional strategies that I never knew existed!! Thank you!!"
L.O., Life Coach
"What I have gained from first 3 months of coaching around physical vitality and getting fit: greater confidence; nutrition knowledge; more resources; wonderful handouts that have taken many hours to prepare; exercises that I can revisit in my GET FIT! notebook; developed good habits of putting exercise in my daily routine and making healthier food choices; gained a wonderful community of supportive souls on whom I feel comfortable calling for support; reinforcement and lots of new perspectives."
R.F, Personal and Career Coach
"I gained so much from being associated with the GET FIT! Program. Gerrie has a gift of making me feel better about myself and pointing out what I am doing right, she really knows her stuff, and shares her contacts and wisdom that is so valuable.
My Life Vision has evolved in that I am actually making exercise a part of my life and enjoy it more; my food choices have improved 60%!; sugar intake is dramatically lower!!; I feel better about myself and have had a boost in self-esteem; life is good!"
C.R., Parent Educator/Coach
"Gerrie, as an internal team/leadership coach, led a fragmented team without clear direction to a goal-oriented, reputable, cohesive team through her dedication and support."
Senior Manager, Fortune 100 IT Corporation
Immaculata University, Institutional Advancement Organization, 7/2003
"The input and direction of a professional coach elicits surprisingly profound insights — a result of the professional expertise of the coach. Through this experience and personal coaching with Gerrie, I committed to develop the habit of focusing and keeping the main goal in mind."
Marylou McLaughlin, Director of Stewardship
"Gerrie's gift of inspiration leads you to understand how your dreams are lying just below the surface, ready to be realized. Her motivational gift is to make you believe that you will succeed because these dreams are born out of your own inner need for creativity, personal development, and/or financial independence. Something begins to move, obstacles, resistance, you!"
Toni Makowski, Senior Director, Gift Planning
"This program gave me the time to reflect on myself and on the way I see myself!"
Marie Moughan, Executive Director, Public Relations
"Gerrie is an active listener and genuinely wants to help you improve yourself and realize your true potential, while bringing her own life experiences into the mix."
Samantha Spadotto, Corporate & Foundation Relations
"This has been such an inspiring workshop. It is a great tool to apply to my life to keep me in a positive frame of mind with positive energy."
Ruth Ann Batten, Administrative Assistant
"That sometimes you need to be reminded of what you already know."
Angela Alderfer, Assistant to Director, Alumni Relations
"Take the time and effort to re-evaluate your life and your goals."
Carola Cifaldi, Associate Director, Public Relations
"This made me look internally at myself."
Edie Petillo, Director, Alumni Relations
"It's beneficial to have step-by-step guidelines in place to keep you on track."
Lydia Szyjka, Assistant Director of Public Relations
Immaculata University, sponsored by Career & Alumni Services, 2005
This workshop and hands-on structure provided the vehicle for me to gain clarity about my goals and develop an action plan to achieve them.
Barbara Bannigan, Interior Decorator-Interior Inspirations
I became aware of the importance of setting time to work on my goals, and decided to focus on clearing out clutter NOW.
Marguerite Buck, Serial Librarian, Immaculata University
I benefited from outlining specific steps to get started on reaching my goals, and refocused on the need to spend more time planning my life.
Donna Davis, Software Sales
I realized that I was limiting myself, and learned to shift my limiting beliefs by confirming affirmative statements and empowering beliefs. As a result of the workshop, I have a wonderful feeling that I am not stuck and bored in what I am doing, and feel satisfaction about where I am now.
Anna Evagelou, Admin Assistant — ARA Services
My most significant benefits were the opportunity to fine-tune my vision statement, discover my goals, and identify the steps to achieve life balance. I left the workshop realizing that I am on the right path to achieve my goals.
Kathy Forrest, Customer Services/Sales Assistant
My outcomes are related to my inner beliefs and vision of my success. I feel more focused, realize how important empowering beliefs are, and am committed to not limit myself.
James Harvey, Environmental Services Supervisor
Through this workshop, I was able to focus on an authentic vision. This motivated me to see my limiting beliefs and develop an action plan for greater success. I feel validated and believe in my vision.
Gloria Moseley, Teacher/Advisor — Malvern Prep
I gained inspiration and clarity through this experience, and learned how to change a limiting belief to a positive vision and move away from a step-by-step goal setting model. My vision of being a prolific and successful artist is crystal clear.
Linda Rossi, Librarian, Immaculata University
I was able to articulate the change that I desire, and define where I need to focus my action to impact my future. My most significant outcome is insight about how I may become more effective in my position.
Sam Wrightson, Assistant Dean of CCL, Immaculata University
Immaculata University, sponsored by Career Services for Alumni Group, 2003-2004
"The Professional Turn-Around workshop was interesting and eye opening. Gerrie offered us the opportunity to look at life and career management from a unique perspective. In calling participants to "Discover Your Passion... Lead with Your Strengths!", we were challenged to build into our lives the things that matter the most. This distinctive approach encompasses more than just "finding a job" and encourages us to find our passion and take hold of it. The tools and tips provided will continue to enhance professional development, long after the seminar is completed."
Debi McIntyre, Professional Trainer/Career Management Consultant
"I would recommend the professional turn-around workshop if you are starting your career, interested in changing careers, or need a jump-start. Gerrie is an invigorating speaker and coach who gave us hard and fast tools and actions to take. This helped us get excited about the potential each of us has and to believe that there are opportunities that will engage our unique talents, skills, interests and experiences. She encouraged us to challenge the perspectives that impede our ability to go after what we want in our lives. The workshop gave me the boost I needed to 'chart my path!'"
Michelle Cranmer, Business & Training Consultant/Coach
"I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop, and I found the steps and tools to be very useful in my own career exploration. The facilitator and coach, Gerrie Dresser, took the time to share the steps and tools in a caring and professional manner to the group. She showed her passion by coaching us to think and connect with our own passions.
The tools will help me to identify what meaningful work is for me to create a clearer vision to direct my search. I realized the importance of re-evaluating where I am in the process and being clear about what I want to offer. As I create my vision, it will lead me to connect with my passion and strengths for a fulfilling career."
Rose D., Human Resources
"I was feeling frustrated that years of experience as a business analyst and my recently acquired bachelor's degree weren't enough to compete in today's job market. I am better focused and feel renewed hope for future action. This was a timely opportunity to clarify my fuzzy career goals. Gerrie offered compassionate, thought-provoking coaching for clarifying values and needs, and she identified steps for further reflection to define the right path for me."
KT, alumni of Dynamics of Human Performance Management
"The experience allowed me to step aside and look inside of myself, and gave me action steps to start living more fully. I learned that I am not alone in my issues, and have a wonderful community. My most significant outcomes are taking action and identifying my vision."
Anthony D. Cellucci, Jr., Managing Partner of The Beacon Group Comapnies, LLC
"I gained confidence to explore a new job/position, and obtained a better understanding of my needs. I learned the importance of making myself feel good and that vision is the basis for action. My significant outcome is the sense of direction that I gained."
Pat Connelly, Research Specialist for University
"My most significant outcome is a change in my thinking and my beliefs. I gained the understanding that I have clutter in my expectations of myself, and learned the effectiveness of creating a vision before taking action."
Ellen Ganime, Promotion Coordinator for Publishing Company
"I benefited from knowing that others are seeking change, as well, and that there is knowledge and support available to fill in the gap between my present and my future vision. I learned to stop feeling guilty about myself. I felt energized and ready to write out my vision and take action!"
Chuck Guajardo, Customer Service Associate
"I benefited from recognition of vision, and understanding that others have the same, similar or related concerns as I do. I gained insight from writing my vision, and will include my vision drivers in my resume. My most significant outcome is knowing that passion is a strong motivator."
Roy Kalinowski, Sales/Account Manager
Career Management Forum, sponsored by Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and Association of Career Professionals International (ACP) — June 24, 2004
"I've thought about last night's presentation a lot today and must say again that you were wonderful. It's truly rare, and actually has probably never happened that I've gone to an evening presentation and left so energized. Some of us actually stood in front of the building to talk and plan to see each other next week. Thanks for the time and the inspiration."
Marilyn D, Leadership and Organization Development
"Gerrie you were great. It is clear to see the source of your success — you are SO rich with solutions and actionable information."
Patreece M. Thompson, MD — Career Concepts, Inc.
Sponsored by Philadelphia Area Independent Schools Business Officers Association (PAISBOA) — October 13, 2004
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