First
of all, I have found the process of working with Marlena as my coach
to be a totally positive experience and without reservation, I would
recommend her services to anyone interested in setting up their own
practice or helping them move it to the next level.
What
you need at the outset, is someone who is completely supportive but
at the same time challengingly honest in their feedback. Marlena has
developed this amazing combination, to a fine art. It is very rare to
find someone who can keep you at your growth edge so skillfully and
yet feeling safe and supported at the same time. Exquisite.
The
actual process Marlena journeys you through, is very clear, stimulating
and most important of all, effective. It really feels like you get the
chance to build your dream from the foundations upwards. What a gift.
I
have also appreciated that Marlena makes herself available in between
times when the need arises and at such times her opinion is one of the
first I sought.
While
I could say many more good things , I'd like to conclude by commenting
on Marlena herself - I always looked forward to my sessions, which really
says it all - she's a very creative person with great integrity, and
most important of all, has a wonderful sense of humour. I enjoyed the
journey too!
David Greenshields, MA, CQSW, RSW, LPT
Licensed Reverse Therapist - for chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia
www.mickelreversetherapy.com
250-381-9626
"Marlena
Field’s coaching services have greatly benefited my private practice.
Marlena’s experience in the field, combined with her excellent coaching
skills greatly helped me to develop my business. I did loads of research
and hard work on marketing and business management, and I always found
that Marlena cut to the basic essence of these tasks, in a way that
helped me save time and money and increased my effectiveness. She helped
me figure out things that might have taken months or even years to realize
on my own. Her business coaching and advice consistently generated money
making ideas and strategies for me. I also greatly appreciated her coaching
skills in keeping me on track. Marlena helped me tame many of the little
“gremlins” in my mind that could have slowed me down or completely derailed
me. I learned that having all the best research and strategies meant
nothing if you can’t overcome the internal challenges that come with
operating a small business. Marlena gave me many useful techniques to
focus and anchor myself, which allowed me to be more successful and
mentally focused. Having Marlena as a coach is like having a sharp counsellor,
a business guru, and cheerleader all wrapped into one big supportive
package. If you are considering starting a private practice, she will
save you time, money, and you’ll enjoy the entire process much more!"
Andy Bernhart:
www.wholefoodshealth.com
250-384-7668
"Working
with Marlena has demystified the process of business development. As
a teacher and coach, I knew how to work with people, but I had no experience
in the business world. The thought of creating a successful coaching
business was daunting.
My
business partner and I knew we wanted to work with educators, and that
we wanted our business to offer professional development programs, as
well as coaching. What that business would look like, or how we would
get there was a mystery.
Marlena began by helping us develop an exciting, shared vision of what
we wanted to create. We then systematically built on the foundation
of our shared vision. Because of our work with Marlena, I feel confident
that we are moving in a consistent and purposeful direction. Developing
our business has shifted from being an overwhelming and frightening
task, to being manageable and exciting. I leave each planning session
feeling “pumped” about what’s ahead.
Marlena has given me confidence to follow my heart and take coaching
into a profession where it is relatively unknown, knowing that I can
make a difference in education and have a successful business at the
same time."
Debbie Nikkel:
www.clarityworkscoaching.com
"Working
with Marlena, I see my strengths, my potential and the possibilities
in the vision my business partner and I share. Because of Marlena's
influence, we are moving forward more quickly and with far more focus
than if we were working without her. She has taken us step-by -step
through an effective business development process, helping us to develop
a shared vision and then supporting us as we move that vision into action.
She has challenged us to dream big and move forward with confidence."
Sally Morgan:
www.clarityworkscoaching.com
Marlena
has proven to be a valuable asset in making a transition in my private
practice. After almost five years working as a Psychologist with people
having a variety of different issues, I decided to specialize in one
area of counselling and consulting. Marlena has been there guiding and
aiding me in building a practice around career related issues. Her knowledge
in matters surrounding business development is remarkable, however,
it is her friendly, informal style which has made this transition process
a real pleasure.
Mary
E. Lee, Ph.D.
Marlena
has a wonderful sense of timing. Her Sustainable Private Practice workshops
came into my awareness, just as I was exploring ways in which to expand
my Private Coaching Practice. With Marlena’s gentle and insightful guidance,
I was amazed at the ease with which a structure for a compelling vision
presented itself. The process was enjoyable, productive and continues
to evolve. I would highly recommend that anyone who wants to begin,
expand or breathe new life into their business venture contact Marlena
and enroll promptly.
Mary
Eshenko, CPCC
Certified Professional Co-Active Coach
Specializing in Life Change & Transitions Mastery
Marlena’s
manner put me at ease immediately and her course was very inspiring.
I found that I got clearer about what I wanted and what I needed to
do, and I felt very supported in taking action on it. It was great to
feel I had someone cheerleading for me.
Karen
Freeman
Through
my coaching sessions with Marlena, I gained tools for challenging deep-rooted
assumptions and for breaking out of negative patterns of thinking. Making
the effort to invest in myself through personal and/or career coaching
was just as important as investing in the right education and interview
suit.”
Tracee Schmidt, MBA
"Working
with Marlena opened up a whole new world of opportunity and growth for
me. She has the empathy, strength and skill to help me be the best I
can be. Marlena is a superb listener, has a very fine sense of timing
with her interventions and knows how to create the space that growth
requires."
Rod
Paynter, Facilitator, Life Skills Coach Trainer
My
husband, Dr. Jim Field, mentors people "Responding to Illness: their own
or that of a loved one." His website is www.DrJimField.com
