Coaching Testimonials
These first five testimonials are from recent participants in
Tom’s Authentic Business Discovery Course.
I have to say the journey was amazing. And it was not much unlike some of the most satisfying experiences in our lives – we do most of the work and we gain most of the satisfaction – only someone really cool (read Tom) steers us ever so lightly in the right direction, nudging us back on to our paths.
In essence, this class was a wonderful journey, a refreshing experience and loads of hard work. In a week’s time, my journey involved traveling inwards and outwards, back in time and ahead into the years that will follow. It gave me my story. Honestly, the class taught me very little I did not know, but what it really did was establish the vital connections – between my past and my future, between my values and my desires, between my dreams and the action steps required to fulfill them. Looking back, the connections are a key part of understanding ourselves. There will be plenty of times when I will be unsure, when I will question my past decisions and the future path I have laid out for myself, but understanding those connections will help me “reboot” myself and get focused.
Tom is a great guy. He is very experienced in his field. He gets involved without getting in your face. He makes you work hard and asks the right questions. And if you push him like I did, he gives you lots of tools to get to your goal. He is great at customizing his class and taking feedback too. This is a great class if you are trying to jump into doing something on your own. Do feel free to contact me if you would like to know more.
Maya Bisineer
Entrepreneur
http://www.thinkmaya.com
Tom Volkar is a dynamic and inspirational career/entrepreneurial coach. I took his 5-day Authentic Business Discovery course right after I developed my business plan. And his course was just what I needed to feel secure and confident about my plan.
What makes Tom effective is his passion for helping fellow self-employed-wannabes and his wealth of experience with the subjects.
His insights and responses were always illuminating, affirming; yet challenging. He made us answer some tough questions and dig deep within ourselves to find answers. It’s intense, but it produces results that match up the efforts required.Some so-called “coaches” tend to push their own ideals and steps for success, and their teaching material is simply them preaching from their soapbox. Not Tom. What impressed me about the class was that there were people in varying stages of development — some of us were starting to explore what their ideal business may be, while others had already started their own ventures and were looking for ways to do it better. Tom met all of us where we were and helped us figure out what our next steps are. No easy feat.
Before the course began, I was hearing a voice in my head that whispered “Are you sure this business plan is right for you? What if you start it and discover that I hate doing it?” That voice went away during the 5 days. Now I feel very comfortable with my business vision and am ready and pumped to go pursue it!
Whether you are toying with the idea of self-employment or you’re already a budding entrepreneur deep in the trenches of building your business, I highly recommend Tom Volkar. If you are stuck, he’ll get you going. If you’re going, he’ll help you make sure where you’re going is right for you, and get you going faster.
Ari Koinuma
Musician, Blogger, Entrepreneur
http://arikoinuma.comTom’s Authentic Business Discovery class gave me clarity and a much-needed jump-start. I had several big “a-ha” moments over the 5 days. The intensity and structure of the course really pushed me to dig deep within to find not only my true values and strengths, but also the ways I may have been sabotaging and short-changing myself. I feel I have made several positive shifts in the way I see my brand-new business and how I handle the emotions and challenges it brings.
Having others in the group to share insights with on the calls and through email was extremely helpful–we have even planned to stay in touch now that the class has ended in order to support each other further. As a coach, Tom is so good at getting to the core of why we often get in our own way and is especially skilled at showing us our biggest blind spots. He has taught me the importance of taking massive inspired action and of being authentic both in business and in life. I feel much more prepared to move forward with my business because Tom has helped wipe away so many self-doubts and encouraged me to stop playing small. I would recommend this course to anyone in a heartbeat. If you want to make huge leaps on your way to discovering the work you were truly meant to do or be given the tools to strengthen your current business, you must take this class!
Christine Gallagher, MLS, MSIS
Online Marketing and Social Media Consultant and Small Business Coach
http://communicatevalue.com
Signing up for Tom Volkar’s teleconference class, “Authentic Business” was a great move on my part. I had just dived into the waters of self-employment and wanted to strengthen my business by getting it off on the right foot. When I started the class, I was really unsure if Tom had any wisdom for me since I had already begun the entrepreneurial journey but Tom customized the class to meet me where I was and move me forward.
The class was transforming for me. I delved deeply into who I am in my core and then used my new discoveries to develop my business in a way that matches my values and strengths. His natural ability to individualize on the fly, his questioning technique, and his encouraging enthusiasm makes this class a great investment no matter what stage of starting your own business you are in. I am now able to make my business a success because I am equipped with wisdom, strategies, and confidence. I know the moves to make to strengthen my business and I have the self-assurance to make it happen.
I highly recommend participating in Authentic Business with Tom if you are either thinking about making the freedom jump into self employment, are in the process of jumping, or want to improve your probabilities of success after the jump. He is a gifted coach who intuitively reaches each student in an impactful and profound way. Not only did Tom give me a way to find freedom in my work but also through his class I gained the freedom to be myself. I will never be the same!Laurie Henry
Trinity Science Solutions LLC™
Home of the Big Canyon Balloon
www.trinitysciencesolutions.comThe five day Authentic Business Design course offered by Tom is a first-rate program. For me, this ended up being a very intensive five day coaching session, that went well beyond our hour-long telephone sessions each day. The real meat of this program is in the work you do after the phone call each day. It’s very much a session designed for you to get to know “you” better. The big take away for me was the knowledge of what, deep down, are my core values. And then, how I can use these to better direct myself toward the goals I have in my life. I came away with a real belief that I CAN accomplish whatever I set my heart and mind to do - if I just believe in myself. That was a big realization for me - that I needed to believe in myself before any of this could happen. And that was powerful for me! Tom did an excellent job of working with each of the participants to really make the phone sessions interactive - providing much connection, not only with Tom, but also the other group participants. I highly recommend Tom’s Authentic Business Design program for anyone interested in further understanding themselves and how they can really do work that matters!
Lance Ekum, http://www.jungleoflife.com/
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More Testimonials on Tom Volkar’s Ability as a Group Coach
Tom has mastered the art of provoking thorough introspection while promoting inspired action. He weaves content and meditation gracefully. Time with Tom has proven to be a wise investment - excellent ROI.
—John Morlan
Tom’s heart is definitely in this work! He offers a great support structure, he will push, pull and drag people into their own highest good, and he brings a very high level of mindfulness to the experience, which is very inspiring.
—Andrea Hess
I would recommend people take Tom’s courses because he gives supportive feedback, makes the effort to understand what you are feeling, and he is extremely organized in his approach.
—Lance Snow
Tom will not let you off the hook as you explore and then commit to honoring your authentic path to your best life. This coaching is experiential and effective in helping to create lasting change. This is the best kind of coaching - you are supported at 110%, and at the same time challenged to do what it takes to create the life you say you want.
—Kay Grace
Tom is a great motivator. He helps you get clarity, and he follows up on his promises. He holds you accountable, and he creates a wonderful supporting atmosphere in the group.
—Charlotte Kamman
I recommend Tom’s group coaching to help my friends find his/her own greatness. The information is fresh and inspiring and the opportunity to work with a committed group of like-minded individuals is inspiring.
—Dorothy Lynn
Tom presents a powerful (no excuses) program to support participants to set and reach their important objectives. Tom is an outstanding and effective coach. Tom encourages and brings out the greatness in all group participants.
—Peter Ayers
Tom has an amazing ability to provide guidance and support as he motivates participants to believe in themselves and move past/outside their comfort zones. If you have the opportunity to be coached in one of his groups; take it! You’ll receive support and acceptance with just enough of a nudge.
—Brenda Flores
In Tom’s group coaching experience you’ll feel a support system, focus initiative and direction and learn new approaches to reaching your goals.
—Renee Irwin
I’d recommend Tom’s group coaching experiences to my friends because he provides good exercises, structure and models delivered with enthusiasm. Tom’s ability to effectively and competently facilitate large teleclass sessions is outstanding.
—Mike Holdstock
When your daily “work” is a good personal fit you are more likely to enjoy and excel at it. You are also more likely to finish your workday on time feeling good about what you have accomplished. You will then have more time and energy when you leave work to devote the rest of your day to other personal pursuits, family and community. EVERYONE benefits. It is delightful to be able to use your gifts. In doing so you are more likely to feel useful and fulfilled. This is why it is so important to pay attention to what Tom teaches about finding delightful work. If you are seeking to find it and are willing to make changes in your life to actually do it… you need to take one of Tom’s courses. I am grateful I did.
—Rosemary Losser
I recommend Tom’s group coaching for the group camaraderie and support and because of Coach Tom’s enthusiasm and heart-centered approach. He focuses on the positives and the power of intention and gratitude.
—Lily
Tom will push/prod/poke you to where you want to go. He thinks “out of the box” –refreshing, invigorating, refreshing! I don’t believe in coincidences. If you have are reading this–you have attracted this information to you.
—Susan Rolinak
Tom’s experience and expertise have moved me forward, in less time and more efficiently, than I have ever moved myself. He is an expert at creating and maintaining a cooperative and supportive environment with effective ground rules. A group coaching experience conducted by Tom far surpasses anything I have ever experienced, led by others. This is where Tom’s delightful work truly shines, and he is an example of what he teaches.
—Clem Gigliotti Jr.
I recommend Tom Volkar’s coaching groups because they are effective, if you commit. The people he attracts are enlightening and supportive. It may be just the jolt you need to move out into your own desires and fulfillment, instead of waiting to be told where to go and what to do all the time.
—Gail Hendrix
I have many friends/coworkers that I believe would benefit greatly from Tom’s support. I want my friends to experience the greatness that I experienced during Tom’s Unconditional Support. I want to see my friends happy doing work they love and I feel Tom would help them on their way.
—Kristy Roth
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