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Garret Straub, Account Executive "Judy has been a joy to work with and I have already realized tangible results in both my personal as well as my professional life. I go away from my coaching sessions with a renewed interest and a fresh perspective.

I won’t lie, when I first contemplated hiring a coach I was more than skeptical. I wanted coaching in my professional life to revive my sales and my professional life. When I started working with Judy it was refreshing to have a sounding board for my thoughts as well as her grounded insight into what was holding me back in sales. Since then I have destroyed my sales goals the last two months, which is impressive since I only started the coaching sessions four months ago.

On the person side of my life, Judy has actually helped me realize a more fulfilling relationship with my wife. The relationship coaching was definitely an added benefit.

I am much more confident when I speak with my clients and prospects. I have moved from simply being a supplier to being a trusted and valued partner that my clients depend on. I also find that I now bring a new focus to each and every day by using a daily starter to center myself. Oh and did I mention that I doubled my sales goal and am adding excellent new prospects to my sales pipeline?

I was very much a skeptic and I honestly believe that Judy has helped me immensely. Anyone can write up a testimonial and put a name after it. If you like to hear it from the source shoot me an e-mail garret[at]igsmn.com."

Garret Straub
Account Executive
Integrity Solutions

   
Joseph Nabedrick, US Bank Home Mortgage "I was hesitant when I first started working with Judy. I’d never worked with a coach before. I didn’t know what to expect, and wasn’t sure if it would be worth the money. What I can say now is that I would NEVER have been able to handle my largest volume month EVER without the processes she helped me put in place. I’m a mortgage broker and have been for about seven years. I’m really a people person and all the detail required to be effective at processing a mortgage used to give me headaches and make me feel like I was missing something or forgetting something.

By consistently using her Day Starter System, I’m able to stay focused on getting the strategic things accomplished in my day and not letting the routine take over. It also has changed the way I “think” about things. I see now that when I change the way I view something or someone; it changes the outcome of my day. I told her she should call herself a business psychologist.

AND she’s help me strategize a process to find and develop new strategic partners so that I have multiple continuing referral sources.

I stopped a couple months early because I was getting overwhelmed with new business (something we were working on) and SHE kept reminding ME that I had sessions that I had already paid for left unused and that I should use them. That means a lot to me.

If anyone questions the value of Judy’s coaching feel free to email me at joseph.nabedrick[at]usbank.com."

Joseph Nabedrick
Mortgage Broker
US Bank Home Mortgage

   
Jeremy Rock, Lakes Area Realty and Text You Back "When I first started working with Judy I had a very successful real estate business. I was expanding that by taking on more realtors AND I was starting a new technology business. I was feeling stretched in all directions. Even though I was great at real estate I had a lack of confidence in my ability to market this new business. I was trying to do everything. Even though I had some processes in place in my real estate business, I didn’t have enough so that I felt I could delegate effectively. I also had a hard time mentally focusing on family when I was home. My mind was spinning and I was continually down on myself for not accomplishing more.

When I first thought about the investment of coaching with Judy it seemed like a lot of money and now; Holy Cow, I can’t imagine not having spent the money. It’s made me 10 times more effective in my work. It all starts with her Day Starter System. I learned how to focus my energies on what is going to get me the most bang for the buck as well as prioritize the things on that list. I reworked my model for the technology business so that I now have Strategic Partners. I created new processes so that I could hand off more in my Real Estate Business. I learned how to leverage my marketing strengths in both businesses. I learned techniques to leave work at work and enjoy my family time AND I learned how to uncover the thinking that gets in my way of progress.

If anyone questions the value of working with Judy to build their business please have them call me at 612-616-6916 or email me at Jeremy[at]textyouback.com."

Jeremy Rock
Agent, Lakes Area Realty
Founder, Text You Back

   
  "When I first started working with Judy I was new to the Financial Planning Industry. I didn’t know if it was a good fit for me and to be honest since I was starting something brand new, my confidence was low and I was unsure about the value I was bringing to our firm. Every day seemed like a struggle.

Now six months later I am enjoying what I do. I KNOW that I bring value to the firm. We’re meeting all the new client goals we set. I’m even enjoying cold calling again, if you can believe that. I love to golf. You always hear about people “doing business” on the golf course, but I didn’t really know how to make that work for me. With Judy’s help I’ve been able to combine the sport I love (most days) with business. She kept me focused on the strategic things we needed to get done, like our web site, referral marketing and aligning with strategic partners. She also taught me processes to use to change old subconscious programming.

Once I started working with Judy, I changed my meeting date to Monday, because I realized that every time we were done talking; I was fired up to get to work and start on some of those challenging tasks and I wanted to make that work for me all week.

If anyone questions the value of working with Judy please have them email me at jkattke[at]advisornet.com."

Jon Kattke

   
Andrea Johnson, Ideas To Words "When I met Judy, I was at a loss and felt very defeated. Even though my passion is bringing attention to others, I don’t like doing the same for myself. I just prefer people to come to me. But the economy was wreaking havoc with my existing clients’ budgets and my referrals had dwindled. I needed to do something – so I chose to do Judy’s Inner Marketing program. With her money-back guarantee, I had nothing to lose and everything to gain.

There, I received exceptional tools to help grow my business. Judy’s Day-Starter Program helps me make the most of every moment; after all, time is our most valuable currency. Her instruction and worksheets helped me clarify which clients I prefer and how I intended to reach them. Most importantly, she gave me powerful tools to restore my vision and my confidence. Of course, by the time I had completed her program, I had received thousands of dollars in new business.

If your intention is to restore your passion, your vision, and your bank account, then you need to work with Judy."

Andrea Johnson
Owner
www.ideastowords.com

   
Lisa Marek, Fat Cat Art Studio "In working with Judy I realized how good I am at what I do and what great value I bring to my clients. This translated into more profitable business and confidence in negotiating with my clients. This new confidence gave me the strength to stick to my guns when blocking off time to do my creative work and arrange follow up emails and requests to be handled in blocks of time that worked for me. I got more of my work done during the day and spent less time evenings and weekends. I became much more effective at both accomplishing my work and communicating with clients.

Judy was fun to work with and I always looked forward to starting out my day with her advice to encourage me throughout the week. She was very accessible and stuck with me through some difficult issues

I have to say that it feels much better to be getting full pay for my work, to be accomplishing more each day AND at the same time improving my communication with my clients and feeling confident of my work and it’s value.

If anyone questions the value of Judy’s coaching feel free to email me at lisa[at]fatcatartstudio.com."

Lisa Marek
Owner
Fat Cat Art Studio

   
Susan Lichty-Schmid, Centered for Success, LLC "The Day Starter System™ is the perfect tool to help me jumpstart my day by beginning with a feeling of positive expectation and gratitude. It guides me to focus on what I want to create, working through any limiting thoughts/beliefs that hold me back so I can move deliberately forward in my business.

The Day Starter System™ is fabulous!

Thank you Judy!"

Susan Lichty-Schmid
Leadership Coach
Centered for Success, LLC

   
Pamela Grover, Design Tech Consulting, Inc. "With a type A personality, a thriving business and 2 young children, I need Judy. She is "better than a best friend" in that she has given me her unbiased opinions that have kept me focused and on track. She's my cheerleader who provides me with tools that help me with my vision and future development. And I find her key to my success as a business owner, wife and mom."

Result:
Peace of Mind
Growth in Business Revenues

Pamela Grover
Owner
Design Tech
Consulting, Inc.

   
Dave Olson, Metro Sales "When I started with Judy I had been selling in the corporate world for about 10 years. My performance had dropped off and I was becoming unhappy with my job. My company offered to invest in me through coaching and I jumped at the chance. In 6 short months with Judy I achieved every goal I had set out for myself. I increased my sales performance by over 44%, I became a positive personality on the sales team, I bought my dream house and we are pregnant with our second child. And I’m not working any harder, I’m just having more fun doing what I do. AND best of all she taught me ways that I can continue to achieve these results on my own."

Dave Olson
Account Executive Metro Sales

 

 

Kirk Busse
CEO
Cargo Protectors

"If you would have asked me a year ago if I would consider hiring a coach for my business, the answer would have been a big no. After working with Judy, I have to say it’s the BEST investment ever. I sleep soundly at night, my business has grown and me, the non-sales guy, looks forward to doing sales!! I love my business. What more could I ask for?"
   
Timberwolves Sales Team "We started working with Judy during a summer when it was tough to be selling Timberwolves tickets. She helped us stay focused on the positive even when those around us weren’t. She provided tools that kept our energy focused on what we wanted to accomplish. Our confidence and ability to stay on task increased and we hit our sales goals in a tough selling climate."

Chad Novotny
Steve Abbot
Timberwolves
Sales Team

 

 
Bob McClain, WordsmithBob.com "Just a quick thank you for all the “positive perception” processes you taught me when my business seemed at the bottom. Things are really starting to take off and, while I’m willing to take credit for the work I did to turn things around, I know the methods you taught me (and our regular “pep talks” you gave me) kept me plugging away when everyone was telling me to quit (including me). Thanks to your efforts, I was able to recognize what was happening when everyone else was being negative. Thanks again, Judy. I will continue to use your teachings to keep me on top of my game."

Bob McClain
Owner
WordSmithBob.com

 

 

Lori Rappa
Owner
LH Interiors Inc.

"Prior to taking Judy’s class, I was my own worst enemy and hardest critic, now I am my best sales person and while still tough and expect a lot of myself I am kinder and gentler with me. I am my greatest asset!!! My business is going crazy and continues daily with repeat clients ready and more and new referrals. I am putting out such positive energy, it is all coming back to me in an amazing way. Thank you, thank you!!"
   
Jeff Teresi, Cutco Sales "Judy's workshop was a blast. You definitely learn a lot and come away with tons of practical tools to use everyday for the rest of your life. If you're hesitant to try it out, possibly thinking you don't have the time or the money, don't be! It's worth the investment and you'll be glad you did!!"

Jeff Teresi
Cutco Sales

   
Carla Kjellberg, VillageTalkRadio.com "Like a lot of people I know, I had demons from childhood haunt my professional life. Therapy had allowed me to succeed, but not to my full potential and with a lot of extra energy and work. Working with Judy for just a short period of time allowed me to put simple belief systems in place, which created a miracle. I never really thought I could walk completely away from those demons. Judy allowed me to walk away and close the door."

Result:
Went from having a show on one radio station to six stations

Carla Kjellberg
Attorney at Law
VillageTalkRadio.com

   
Renee Willee, Manager “I was looking for another job when I started coaching with Judy. She uncovered the reason I wanted to change jobs was because I was experiencing difficult work relationships. Through working with Judy I transformed my relationships. Nine months ago I would never have believed I could experience these relationships without interpersonal stress but I am. I gained a sense of power. By changing my thoughts and my feelings I was able to transform relationships that had been filled with daily tension. I was promoted and am now a manager and once again working with Judy to get clear on my vision for my team and to allow them to grow and blossom.

Renee Willee
Customer Service Manager
Software Company

   

Katherine Turpin
Division Director
Robert Half

"While taking Judy’s class I became more focused, moving into each day with choice and intention (instead of being reactive). I found myself working smarter not harder. I got a small community of people who were, amazingly, struggling and being victorious with the same things I was. Best of all, I got more peace and joy in each moment."
   
Joel Robeson, Pianist “When all is said and done, the greatest gift you give is to be that person that LISTENS nonjudgmentally. Secondarily, your ability to remind me to focus on my goals and objectives. When I do that I remember that I CAN do this. Then, as all good coaches do, you pat me on the back and send me right back into the game to score the winning touchdown. Through coaching with you I have come to realize the full power I have in every situation in my life.  I now feel a calm and confidence that I never had before.  My sessions with you have been the "rudder" to my boat as well as the wind in my sails.”

Result:
Income that quadrupled
Empowerment
Confidence

Joel Robeson
Pianist
Palm Springs CA

   

Gary Lieberman, CPA

"As a tax accountant, I’m trained to anticipate and look for problems for my clients. In working with Judy, I discovered that my training in focusing on what might go wrong carried into my own business life to the extent that I wasn’t taking advantage of opportunities that came my way. I would second guess myself and worry about what might go wrong. Working with Judy I was able to increase my company’s revenue’s by 25%, improve my relationship with my son and feel at ease with making decisions that I knew were good for me."

Result:
Increased company income by 25%
Improved relationship with son
Felt organized in my office
Worried less

Gary Lieberman
CPA

   
Pam Prosser, Homeopathic Services “Never having had a coach before, I wondered what the value would be to me in my practice.  In talking to Judy regularly, I was able to get clear not only on what I was out to produce in my business, but I also gained valuable ways to measure my results.  I began to discover new ways of looking at my business.  We could meet one week and before our next session I was in action to produce the results I wanted.  Judy has a unique way of helping me see what's missing and what I can do to accomplish it”.

Result:
New business increase of 100%
Breakthroughs of old thought patterns

Pam Prosser
Owner
Homeopathic Services

   

Gena Lodolo
Retired Computer Executive

 

"Judy, I want to tell you what a wonderful learning experience I had while participating in this journey. You have given me a very effective methodology to help me identify exactly what I want, how I’ll feel when I get it and a very great process for enhancing my efforts for attaining all of my goals. I’ve learned to throw off those disabling encumbrances caused by irrational beliefs, and negative thought patterns. I’m making great progress building my new life and new business venture. Your teachings have definitely led me to enablement - I can see my way to living the life I really want. I’ll be practicing everyday and growing as a result. You are there with me and I really love that. Thank you so very much."

   
Bill Pankonin, EXIT Pankonin Realty "For me Judy is a cross between my biggest cheerleader and my biggest challenger. Some days she cheers me on and other days she asks me questions that make me uncomfortable because they remind me that I’ve gotten off track in some area. She often reminds me that I’m doing much better and have accomplished more than I realized. After a call with Judy I feel re-focused and ready to get back in the game and I almost always have a new idea to implement."

Result:
Creation of multi-state real estate company – legacy for my family.

Bill Pankonin
CEO
Real Estate
Funding Group
EXIT Pankonin Realty

   

Debra Fisher Goldstein, Goldfish Communications

"One cannot underestimate the powerful role that self-worth has in finding meaning in life. Judy helped my reinstate my self-worth; kept it intact when it faltered; and guided me down the path of finally living not one, but many visions that I have for my life. Her work has given me joy, challenge, and a new way to be. She gives the gift of life."

Result:
Began creating a new dream career

Debra Fisher Goldstein
Owner
Goldfish Communications
   

Jacqueline Byrd
President
Richard Byrd Co.

 

“My work with you has changed the way I see and live my life. You have a way of asking questions and reframing my responses that takes me to a new level of understanding in my life and lets me see options it wasn't possible to see by myself. I appreciate our partnership and the increased joy and enriched relationships it has brought into my life. And besides all that: it's fun working with you."

Result:
Satisfying relationships (with teenagers!)
New direction in business
Happiness with business

   
Lisa Evans “I learned to look at the world in a different way. I started to give myself and others a break. I had always been so task driven that I often didn’t have time left for many people in my life. With Judy I learned that I could have time for people, which brought more fun into my life and that in turn helped get the tasks accomplished more easily. This improved my enjoyment level with sales as well as the actual sales outcome. I know there’s still more to come – we really just got started.”

Result:
Improved enjoyment of relationships at home and at work
Improved satisfaction on the job
# 1 in sales and customer service

Lisa Evans
Sales Representative
Pella Windows

   

Leonard Dickerson
Owner
TeamThree.net

“As a new sole proprietor, I have a lot to learn. Having you as my effectiveness coach has helped me get out of my comfort zone and do the parts of the business that did not come naturally to me. It wasn’t always easy, but I could count on you to be there every week to keep me focused on what was important and to uncover what was getting in my way. Thanks for being the best coach ever!”

Result:
Transition from being a techie to a business owner
The courage to join networking group
The ability to create beneficial business relationships
Development of Strategic Partnerships

   

Peg Horan
Sales Manager
Interacoustics

“I have always been a very successful sales rep and sales manager – however I gave up my life to do it. With Judy I’m continuing my success AND regaining my life. I’m learning that I’ve got a lot of power that I haven’t been using. I’m learning that I have a lot more choices than I thought I had. Judy has given me many simple tools to use in my daily life that allow me to observe my own thinking and make changes so that I am empowered and on my way to deep happiness.”

Result:
Reduced Travel from 90% to 40%
Business Travel during business week rather than personal time
Spending time with friends
Changed jobs
Making myself a priority

 

   
 
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