The Power of Coaching
“When I met TJ, I had recently moved to the Portland area all the way from West Virginia. I had come to Portland seeking opportunities to pursue my long-term goals in the music field. I’ve always had tons of self-motivation and a deep desire to achieve my goals, but I felt stuck and lost in all the possible paths that I had before me. TJ gave me the tools I needed to literally clear my head and identify limiting beliefs that were holding me back. She was very kind and approachable, and I felt comfortable sharing my insecurities and fears. I now have a renewed sense of confidence and a clearer focus on what path to take. She truly helped transform a started as difficult transition into a successful turning point in my life!” -Brenna W.
“Coaching is invaluable and TJ is the best. She is warm, funny and accepting, but also tough and honest. You get away with nothing! I am amazed by her integrity and skill in working with all kinds of people. TJ is a joy to work with because she entertains while coaching – making me laugh while imparting valuable information, helping me see my strengths, and pointing out where a shift in perspective might be needed. TJ is very skilled in her work, expertly organized, always upbeat, and clearly invested in making her clients coaching experience successful. She also makes herself available by phone at no extra charge for times when you need extra support.
In my case I needed a lot of emotional clearing and understanding before any actual work habits at Tektronix could improve. I believe we accomplished that and I am moving forward now with confidence. Again, seeing the big picture and understanding how burnout can deflate ones self-worth was huge. I will always be thankful for TJ’s role in bringing me back to a state of balance which I need to work at maintaining every day.” -Debi J.
“Coaching is a time commitment, for sure, and for me it has been well worth it. TJ’s coaching helped me define my goals, make them actionable and successfully pursue them. Coaching helped me accomplish my primary goal of delivering a successful and well-received executive presentation. I feel I would not have been as successful had I not sought coaching. In addition to the executive presentation, TJ’s coaching has made me a more comfortable and confident manager. She gave me a tool (as well as others) to help me figure out my communication style and those of others so that I communicate more effectively. Our coaching sessions were very interactive. We had different communication styles, which I appreciated; when I would go off on a tangent, TJ would laser in on the main point of discussion and bring me back on track. TJ’s helpful management tips and communication tools are treasures I can use every day to be a more effective manager. I truly helped myself by investing in coaching.” -Cynthia L.
“Through coaching I learned many truths about myself and discovered the core values I hold.” -Dawn H.
“As I recall my experience with TJ, she created a very safe space in which to review my life. She listened with compassion while still encouraging me to look at my feelings and set an intent for my actions. She is an itelligent coach who cares about her clients enough to keep them focused on their goals.” -Barbara C.
“Dear TJ, Many thanks for your steady coaching over the past few months. We have very different backgrounds and skills and I initially wondered how we would do as a team. Throughout the process I have always felt honored, respected and that you flowed seamlessly with my wide variety of concerns.
During our coaching relationship you have supported me in taking purposeful action in a way that most serves me to move beyond my resistance. I have felt very comfortable with you and have appreciated your humor and gentle guidance.
Through your coaching I have realized that taking small bites can eliminate my negative expectations. I will be applying this new learning to many other aspects of my life when faced with internal resistance to doing things that don’t always appeal to me initially. Thank you for this valuable learning. With warm regards,” -Linda K.
“Going through this coaching experience gave me an opportunity to work through an in-depth exploration of my core belief system and develop a deeper relationship with God. The journey was very growth producing for me. I loved the experience.” -Sharon J.
“TJ was the true mentor I never had growing up.” -Henry C.
“My experience with my professional coach has been one that is like having an observer that is able to see a bigger picture of what I am too close to see. The person came with tools to help me understand there is more to life than what I am intensely involved with at the moment and maybe another path that will lead to where I want to go. It has been a great learning experience and a milestone in which to reflect back upon.” -Ron M.
“TJ, provided me with a sounding board, organized system, and well placed suggestions, helping me take my business to the next level. Thanks TJ!” -Justin M.
“T.J. provided an environment to help me determine, locate, and contact my prospective client. My income is up 45% over last year, and I expect it continue to grow with the marketing plan we created together.” -Mike B.
“TJ Helm has the distinct ability to help breakdown barriers preventing you from making progress on career development and personal issues.” -Ralph S.
“I started as a devastated, semi-codependent divorcee who didn’t recognize what skills I could offer to the world, nor did I believe I could do things on my own. Over my time in coaching, I have developed into my own person who can take charge, lead and help others see what they bring to the table. I’ve learned to be self-sufficient and handle my life rather than letting life control me. It’s great to be in charge!!!!!” -Melissa R.
“Life coaching was the best decision I ever made. I also got very lucky. I was fortunate enough to stumble across the website for Galileo Life Support. There are none better than TJ. Her dedication, knowledge and concern for her clients are without compare.
My life before TJ was a shattered, run down, pathetic excuse for a shack. I had spent years in self-destructive behavior. Just wandering aimlessly down life’s road. Heading in a direction I did not even want to go. TJ has shown me the process necessary to stop moving in that direction, turn around and start the changes needed. TJ and I have worked hard together to get the framework laid for the all-new solid concrete foundation. TJ has, with great care, poured the foundation. Now it is with unspeakable anticipation I wait for the foundation of my new knowledge to cure and set.
Using this foundation I will be able to go to work building a new house for my life. While this portion of the house is small and meets only my needs, the kitchen where I get my daily sustenance and strength, the bedroom, where I can recharge from a busy day and wake up refreshed and raring to go, a small living room and office where I can plan my next move, study the new knowledge I am learning along my journey and finally the bathroom where I can spend more time each day cleaning up the mess from my old life.
This new house will be the best thing I have ever seen. The knowledge bestowed to me during the building process will be used to make my little space grand, and that’s not even the best part. The best part is with TJ’s extensive knowledge and continued help we will keep adding rooms and make my life the wonderful mansion I know it will be.
TJ, this has been my best experience ever, you have been awesome, and I look forward to your continued support.
With my utmost respect and heartiest thank you.” -JC E.
“I have known TJ for several years and she has always been very encouraging in our conversations, extremely interested in what I am doing and how I am accomplishing it. I never thought that I needed the services of a coach since my business was growing in leaps and bounds and I thought I was doing everything right. I am a caterer and do not have time for much more than bookings, cooking and completing events.
TJ offered me a free consultation to better my skills and I accepted. After all it was only a ½ hour of my time. As it turned out, we spent 1.5 hours talking about not only my business and all the things that affect my life. A wake up call – right how about my goals, my marriage and my business! Reality check!!!!
When the timing was right, after only friendly reminder calls from TJ – no pressure – I was ready to go ahead with the transformation process. TJ leaves no stone unturned. Everything you do in life affects everything – your goals, your marriage and your business/career. TJ opened up many different avenues for me, some painful to talk about, but once out in the open, helped me realize what I was missing out on/could be doing better in/building my business to greater heights. How can you portray to others your success if you do not feel like you are a success in all facets of your life. You do not need to compromise any of your feelings or ambitions to please others but in turn be happy with yourself and your surroundings and adjust your persona but to deal with others and your surroundings positively.
What “Do life” “DO LIFE BETTER” and TJ can make that happen for sure.”
-Su Y.
“Working with TJ helped me transform what felt like a Job to a vocation. She provided easy-to-use tools for identifying my values, goals, & practical steps for implementing them. I’ve always had goals, but had reached a point where my default system of implementation continually fell short of my hopes & dreams. TJ’s coaching has given me the tools to not only achieve short-term results, but evaluate & update my approach to achieving my goals.” -Stephanie D.
“TJ Helm gave me tools, insights and skills during our coaching process…. these were given generously with compassion, clarity and humor. TJ taught me how to maintain focus in my business.” -Marilyn M.
“I was skeptical about the benefits of coaching when I started the program. But, since I went through the process, I feel much happier, more in control and less stressed than I have in many years.” -Jeff G.
“TJ Helm has helped me see some of the areas I need help in to become more successful in my business. Her style is easy-going, but she keeps on asking the tough questions that I need to deal with. Her enthusiasm is beyond “Z”, and is always willing to help however she can.” -Glenn C.
“Terry has opened my eyes to see that I had issues hiding that were causing a great deal of grief in my life. In the short amount of time that I have been meeting with her, she has helped me be more assertive and balanced. She also showed me how to have more control in my life through my own thoughts.” -Becky K.
“TJ is another Dr. Frankenstein – she’s created a word monster. Someone who has chosen a better road to travel through actions and words. -Doug R.
“Coaching has not only given me successful tools for the office, but has also helped me improve my personal life with the same techniques.” -Jennifer G.
TJ Helm demonstrated exceptional skill in assessing potential improvements for me. I am definitely empowered by the breadth of knowledge that she shared with me.” -Debra C.
“My decision to hire TJ Helm as my coach was probably the best business decision I made in 2003. TJ has been helpful in helping me to see many of my shortcomings that were preventing me from reaching my goals. Her style is non-threatening, firm but friendly and tactful. Her advice is sound and she has a wealth of knowledge. I would recommend TJ to anyone!” -Glenn C.
“When I first considered coming to you for help, I was at a time in my work life when I felt that I needed to change. I felt that I needed to change me to a more assertive, strong person in order to survive in the job I was in. I procrastinated at the time at that thought, and I lost my job in September. It was at that point in my life that I felt that I needed to explore Bud and came to you for help.
In terms of what I felt I needed initially when I considered coming to you, I would have to say that with your help, I have accomplished what I felt I needed to i.e. I am more assertive, and a stronger person.
My time with you has given me a new lease on Bud, and on life. At the end of our coaching sessions, I step away with a fuller tool kit than when I started the journey back in September. The tools I have gathered will help me for the rest of my life if I so choose to utilize them. I have a fuller reference manual from which to draw upon.
Your support, help and encouragement has been a source of positive feedback for me, and I thank you very much for all your have done for me.” -Bud B.