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"As a small organization focused on building external relationships, Starla took time to focus us on our internal dynamics. We all came away from the coaching knowing each other better -- and with a mindset that helps find opportunities where previously there were unnecessary conflicts."

"My experience with Starla has made a profound impact on my personal growth and career success. Her insightful, positive approach to coaching helped me better understand behaviors—my own and others’—which led to strengthened relationships with clients and colleagues. By asking the right questions, Starla opened my eyes to behaviors that were limiting my success, helped me uncover and embrace my ‘superpower,’ and identified strategies for change. I highly recommend Starla as your first or next executive coach!"

"Our work with Starla focused on the improvement of our business relationships with some of our most important clients. She made sure she fully understood the fundamentals of our business as well as our client's core values and primary objectives. Starla is a pleasure to work with. She is always professional and highly engaged, and exudes a positivity that translates to group settings both large and small."

"I was being challenged by the leadership style of a colleague on a non-profit board, for which I am a very passionate advocate. At the time, I considered resigning because it had become too difficult to deal with her. However, Starla and I regularly strategized on addressing substantive issues with this person in a way that preserved my brand while accurately conveying my concerns. My time with Starla helped me trust myself and confidently communicate my viewpoint in the face of difficult circumstances. Presumably, I was successful in doing so as my fellow board members later voted me into the executive leadership of the organization."

"In today's world of sterile transactions and shallow relationships, the most successful individuals and companies are the ones who invest in improving their interpersonal relationship skills, which encompasses all of the things Starla does so well. Starla's extensive experience training and coaching, combined with her unbridled enthusiasm, make her the ultimate relationship coach. Not only does she know what to do, she knows how to teach people how to do it, which is no easy feat. If you're reading this, don't wait to decide to invest...you could be costing yourself and your company a lot of money."

"I first heard Starla speak at an event, signed up for her newsletter, and decided she could help me! The first thing she helped me accomplish was understanding that no matter how hard I try, other people will do what they are going to do. I adjusted the time and effort I was putting into personal and professional relationships to minimize frustrations for me. It worked and I am much happier! She also worked with me on how to use social and physical cues to identify an individual’s preferred interaction style so I could learn how to best communicate with them for efficient and effective results. It has allowed for improved communication for difficult conversations and day-to-day communication. She’s been a tremendous help and I highly recommend her to others."

"My coaching with Starla helped me to step back and look at difficult situations in a different light. Now, when confronted with a challenging situation, I immediately assess the behavioral profile of the person I'm working with to better respond in a way that gets the end result I am looking for. I've already resolved several difficult negotiations by evaluating the situation first before immediately responding."