Conversation with Lesley

Please take a moment to read this informational questionnaire.

What is your background and experience as it relates to Career Transitions Coaching?

I spent nearly 25 years as an Office Manager and Construction Administration Specialist, and then utilized this experience to transform my career to coaching. Working mainly for mega-size construction development projects, valued at $300 million and up, meant that every 2 to 3 years, as the project neared completion, those of us on the project would transition and often wonder where to find the next project. There aren’t a lot of these large projects happening all the time.

The changes and uncertainty were nerve wracking, but I learned that my attitude toward the process greatly influenced how smoothly the transition would become. Often, other workers on the project would come to me for advice, to talk out their concerns, or ask my opinion on changes they were considering. I discovered that I was coaching long before I became a certified coach through the Coach Training Alliance.

During 2003, I took a position on a project which turned out to be a big mistake. I worked with people who did not get along, and the negativity in the workplace really tore me down. I would be so exhausted at the end of the day from just trying to function, that my family life started to suffer. I simply had nothing more to give.

One morning, after crying most of the commute in, I took a moment in my car to gather myself before going into this place that I now hated. I happened to look over and notice a new sign that was being put up. It read: Remember who you wanted to be. The world and my place in it changed in that moment.

Remembering that I wanted to be someone who helped others be their best, I proceeded to change my career to one that was aligned with my belief in myself. I became determined to show others how to take the necessary steps towards change in less time and with a lot less stress than they would on their own.

How are you different from other Life Coaches?

I ONLY work with people who are ready for career transition and life transformation. I don’t believe in being a Jack-of-all-trades. What that means to you, is that I am very focused on anything and everything that works for you in transforming your career. Because my focus is very narrow, what you get with me is a no-nonsense, undiluted expert on what works for you. I’ve concentrated my efforts to become an expert at this and that’s why my clients, groups and customers get great results. I do temper it all with a bit of compassion, humor and encouragement, which ALWAYS helps!

Who are your clients?

I work with people just like you, who are really good at what they do; however, their present career path holding them from living the life they truly desire and it’s time for change. Every person has innate gifts and talents which, when used in the right career will support purpose and satisfaction in their life. I work with people who are ready to listen to that inner voice and find or create a career that is right for them. That being said, I’ve worked with people in a great variety of professions from Construction Professionals to Graphic Artists.

What type of personality do you work best with and what is expected of me?

People who are serious about aligning their career with their personal gifts, talents and dreams. They are excited about finally taking steps to end those sleepless nights, wondering how to step out from the frustrations they feel in their present job. Clear Pathway’s systems were created for you to quickly see results by following the five step process:

The C.L.E.A.R method

C – Clarify your abilities, skills and talents and where you want to grow
L – Leverage this knowledge with your resources and reasons why you want to change
E – Establish your career plan
A – Act on the steps you have identified
R – Realize your goals and Reward yourself!

Consider our coaching work together to be an action learning course. You will be expected to take serious and consistent action. No excuses anymore, just a very different way of thinking and full support while you achieve this incredibly exciting goal: the career of your dreams and a happier life.

Does this really work?

Yes! The result of our work is an approach to mindset shifts and goal-setting, that, over the course of time and with your dedication, works consistently to get you on your right career path. (Please see Success Stories)
What results can I expect?

You can expect to:

How quickly can I expect results?

Obviously, this depends on the type of career you are setting out for, whether you need to obtain more training and how much effort you put into the assignments developed for you. That said, virtually all clients see results within the first couple of months in the form of new insights, clear goals and measurable progress toward defining or creating their career of choice.

Be totally focused on Career discovery. Understand that it’s not a “quick fix,” it’s not magic and it takes up to a year for you to plant all the seeds and for those seeds to grow into the fruit that you can enjoy. All my clients who have diligently gone through every step of the Career Breakout Program and have learned that defining your right vocation takes work, have gained immensely from the self discovery and confidence gained. They realize that a vital part of their over all happiness is tied up in fulfilling work. They have been able to take this knowledge and successfully transition their career in much less time than they would have on their own AND with a lot less stress.

Lesley, based on everything I’ve read and heard about you, I know you’re the one I want to work with. How do we get started?

Now is time to schedule a get-acquainted meeting by calling me at 860-204-9494 or email Lesley@clearpathway.com. The sole purpose of our chat is to insure there is a great match. We also discuss the coaching programs, the timetable and answer each other’s remaining questions. Once we have agreed to go forward I will e-mail you your welcome packet. This will include some of the basic bio facts I would like from you as well as some more exploratory questions about your goals and vision. We then set a day and time for our first series of coaching sessions. I can’t wait to meet you in person or on the phone to get you started on your path to a career that gives you more joy, more contentment and more success!

After you have read this Conversation with Lesley and checked out the Success Stories, please review the Coaching Services.

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