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Testimony for Stephanie Calahan by Kevin Seymour

Kevin SeymourStephanie changed my life in one day. I am a better person, both personally and professionally, because of Stephanie. For that I will ever be thankful.

I remember well the day Stephanie visited my office. I had stacks of books and papers on every horizontal surface, including some of the floor. Oblivious to the disorganization of my office, I felt that I was functioning at a high level, but was frustrated that I was always preparing for everything at the last minute. I justified my procrastination by telling myself that I “function better under pressure.” I didn’t really believe that I needed much help, but Stephanie came highly recommended by a friend, and I felt she was worth a try.  I was confident that the professional angst and anxiety I felt was just part of my job and that there was nothing she could do to relieve the pressures I felt.

I was wrong. Stephanie changed my life in one day. She started our visit with a series of questions that made me reflect upon my modus operandi. Through gentle, but firm inquiry she helped me realize how the cluttered look of my office mirrored the near-chaotic process with which I tackled every day activities. She listened, provided encouragement, prodded for understanding, and provided helpful and pertinent strategies that are still working today. One of the most important things she did was invite my administrative assistant to be a part of the improvement process and helped us realize how much more effective we could be if we worked as a team.

Stephanie continued working with us through the day and beyond business hours, consistently showing patience and support.  When she left my office the stacks were gone, operational processes were outlined, and a spirit of productivity was in place.

Stephanie’s visit occurred five years ago. I am proud to say that my office remains stack free, my assistant and I now work together in a very effective manner, and I plan for most activities at least a week in advance.  I still stumble every once in a while, but it is during these times that I remember her gentle, but firm question, “Do you really need to do it this way?” My assistant now quotes Stephanie’s wisdom when she sees me allowing myself to return to “old” ways.

I have called upon Stephanie on other occasions since her original visit.

Most recently I asked her to facilitate a difficult situation that needed someone with an understanding of group dynamics and a familiarity with web-based design.

I was involved with a statewide group who was desiring a new website. A very knowledgeable and enthusiastic individual from the group had assured everyone that he would create an RFP and facilitate the awarding of a contract for the development of the website. Unfortunately time constraints did not allow him do give the project due diligence, a fact that everyone but him realized.

I asked Stephanie to consider taking on the challenge of creating the RFP, a task which now involved potential hurt feelings in addition to the technical and distance challenges that already existed (group members were spread across the state).  To my relief, she agreed to the take on the endeavor.

In typical Stephanie-fashion, she drew the group together, in this case using virtual meeting software, and queried the participants about the qualities and capabilities they desired in a website.  Consistently and patiently directing the participants’ attention to the “what” rather than the “how” of website design, Stephanie was able to describe the desired product and develop a list of required components. Having deciphered the information she needed, Stephanie then developed an RFP that was distributed across Illinois. The application process went very smoothly and the organization’s website will go “live” before the end of this year.

As is very evident in the text above, I hold Stephanie in very high regard. I respect her strong sense of pro-activity and purpose. I admire her ability to understand and work with people. I am amazed by the professional network she has built.  And I appreciate her direct and forthright approach. I am a better person, both personally and professionally, because of Stephanie. For that I will ever be thankful.

Kevin Seymour
ROE SchoolWorks

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"She got me very clear and specific when I was filled with confusion and not sure what direction to go. It had always felt like a pipe dream or a far out dream that I could maybe achieve at some point in my life; but she actually got very concrete. I am seeing a number in my bank account that I have never seen before, I am serving four times as many clients and I'm well on my way to achieving the financial freedom that I set out to achieve..." Sonali Fiske - Leadership for Women of Color [Watch Video or Read more...]

Testimony for Stephanie Calahan by Emilie Shoop 90x90"My sales are already surpassing any of my past records. And I am at peace with the flow of possibility. Giving myself permission to truly do business my way, has had phenomenal results for my clients. Who knew? Steph has ways of helping me see things bigger, and I look forward to our calls from a “help keep my head and heart in the right direction..." Emilie Shoop - Shoop TC [Read more...]

Testimony for Stephanie Calahan by Lisa Mallis"Through Stephanie’s belief in me I began to claim and own my brilliance. I was able to get more done in the first three months of working with her than I had been able to do on my own the previous three years and I increased my fees (in some instances up 300%!) Often, she anticipated my needs before I did." Lisa Mallis - SystemSavvy Consulting [Read more...]

Testimony for Stephanie Calahan by Brent Kelly"Like many hard-driving entrepreneurs, I am filled with countless ideas. However, without clarity, those ideas can become more of a liability than an asset. In working with Stephanie Calahan, I become clear on who I was, why my work mattered, and on how I could deliver it effectively and efficiently to the marketplace.  Stephanie will encourage you to believe in yourself, in your dream; yet challenge you to become who you were created to be." Brent Kelly - VP, Executive Coach & Speaker [Read more...]

Testimony for Stephanie Calahan by Kevin Seymour 90x90"Stephanie changed my life in one day. Through gentle, but firm inquiry she helped me realize the near-chaotic process with which I tackled every day activities. She listened, provided encouragement, prodded for understanding, and provided helpful and pertinent strategies that are still working today...Her visit occurred five years ago." Kevin Seymour - ROE Schoolworks [Read more...]

Testimony for Stephanie Calahan by Marilyn O'Connor 90x90"You have just the right balance of giving me the emotional and mental space I needed to do the work and absorb the process, but also kept everything consistently moving forward. My marketing materials have never looked better, my computer systems are functional,and my business processes are better every day." Marilyn O'Connor - MAK Development [Read more...]

Testimony for Stephanie Calahan by Vikki Nichols Baptiste 90x90"Not only have I grown within myself, my business has grown, because this is one of those relationships that keeps giving. She pushes me to think in ways I’d never thought of thinking and gets me analyzing myself. Steph believed in me. Steph believes in me." Vikki Nichols-Baptiste - Could You Just and DoTERRA Essential Oils [Read more...]

Testimony for Stephanie Calahan by Monica Vest Wheeler 90x90"MY brain is AFIRE, sparkling with ideas on FINISHING what I've already started and expanding upon those to reach audiences that need the hope, common sense, insight and resources that only CAPITAL I can give them." Monica Vest Wheeler - Turning Empathy Into Action & Author [Read more...]

Testimony for Stephanie Calahan by Gabriella Caldwell Miller 90x90"Working with Stephanie and using the systems that she helped me implement has revolutionized my administrative operations. Stephanie was non-judgmental and patient throughout the entire process. My productivity has soared since working with her." Dr. Gabriella Caldwell-Miller, PhD, LCPC – GMC Life Solutions

Testimony for Stephanie Calahan by Joy Duling 90x90"I've know Stephanie for years now. It took a moment of sheer desperation before I actually called on her for her professional skills. She started with and assessment to pinpoint where my systems were breaking down... She called it a miracle and that is exactly what it was. By the end of the day she had restored my sense of control." Joy Duling - A 25 Hour Day [Read more...]

Testimony for Stephanie Calahan by Linda Lambert 90x90"I can see to profit from your services. It has resulted in greater productivity, fewer errors, and a much more comfortable work environment. It can be measured in dollars and cents since I am getting more done in less time, with fewer errors and frustrations. Your plan is working because I am able to maintain what you have put into place." Linda Lambert - Lambert Designs [Read more...]

Testimony for Stephanie Calahan by Lynn Worthington 90x90"My emotional well-being has been extremely stressed over the past few months, and the experience of working with you has given me such peace of mind, and the courage to face each new day with a positive attitude." Lynn Worthington [Read more...]

Testimony for Stephanie Calahan by Adonna Braly 90x90"I was drawn to Stephanie because she always seemed to be the voice of reason. Her guidance and counsel were always sound and because of her approachability, I felt very comfortable contacting her. I was able to have the confidence to raise my fees by 30% and business is booming! As I implemented and followed through on her advice and suggestions, I was amazed at the results – and it was so easy!" Adonna Braly - Professional Organizer [Read more...]

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