“Barbara Kessler helped me help myself. She is an excellent facilitator who helps you dig down and really figure out who you are and what you really want to do with your life. She helped me realize that I can do something that I love and turn it into an opportunity, a job. I really needed help to become more focused and weed through the many ideas I had floating around. I now have a plan, a goal and a clear direction for this next chapter of my life. I am very excited about it!!”— Danielle, a stay-at-home mother planning her re-entry into the workplace, Westport, CT
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“Barbara was able to help me assess both my skill set and my wants. Once I became aware that they were compatible, it was almost easy to figure out what to do with the information and I have been working steadily for nearly 30 years. In all that time, I have only had to interview for a job once or twice. In this market, I knew I would be required to interview for a new job. Barbara worked with me on my interviewing skills and helped me frame answers to questions so that I could put a positive spin on things. She asked appropriately probing questions and listened carefully to my answers to make sure that the responses I was preparing were really my own thoughts in my own words.”—Robin, a successful senior corporate executive seeking a workplace change, NY, NY
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“As a recent college graduate, I was lost and overwhelmed with what my next step should be. Barbara’s guidance was invaluable. She helped me evaluate my strengths and weaknesses and gave me the confidence I needed to pursue a career path that best suited my interests.”—Leigh, a recent college graduate, Philadelphia, PA
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“Coaching with Barbara is a fascinating journey that has improved my life.  It has cleared some of my thought processes and allowed me to maintain confidence so I can make mistakes or changes and still move on effectively.”—Debbie, a working mom transitioning to a new career, Lloyd Neck, NY
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“I had the fortunate experience of working with Barbara Kessler as a life coach.  Barbara was able to help me make some significant changes. Barbara persistently asked the difficult questions—the questions you know are nagging at you and that you know the answers to but never verbalize. By encouraging me to answer those questions, I was able to take concrete steps to make my life more positive and less stressful.  Barbara helped me to set attainable goals and to become accountable to myself. With Barbara’s help I am getting better results because I am actively changing my thoughts and feelings.  I am now a work in progress, a work that is worth working on.”—Mary, a stay-at-home mom considering her options, Bethpage, NY
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“I found the experience working with Barbara amazing.  From day 1, I felt very comfortable and trusting with her.  I knew that anything I said was not being critiqued or judged.  I loved how Barbara kept me on track when I wandered off.  Her way of pulling me back onto the topic was always subtle and respectful.  I also always knew that she was truly listening to what I was saying.  I have to tell you that Barbara has a great gift.”—Patti, a mom working part-time and considering next steps, Bethpage, NY