Creating Transformation: Client Reflections
Being a Woman in Executive Leadership
Working with a professional coach is an investment in your future self. As a woman in business, it's one thing to make it to the level of "executive leadership" and another to stay there.
Executives don't often admit that they have a “tool kit" of resources to help them perform at a very high level. Lynda is one of my resources, my "secret weapon," my accountability partner, and my mental fitness coach. Her training and expertise are top-notch, and she has guided me through personal and professional peaks and valleys with clarity and care.
Burnout is very real; working with a professional coach to stay focused on your vision for your life is the best investment you can make.
Alicia L. Carney
Executive Director, Nantucket Dreamland
Nantucket, Massachusetts
Why do I have Lynda as my Coach?
I am coached because life is messy and unpredictable.
I am coached because being a mom is HARD!
Am I doing right? Wrong? Too much? Not enough?
Am I like the mom at the grocery store with her perfect kids who actually remembered her shopping list?
Or I am like the mom at the grocery store who says that it's' a miracle of god her kids aren't' screaming and actually have their shoes on.
Coaching has taught me that it doesn't matter who you are; you can be both moms.
Coaching has helped me identify my uniqueness as a person, a human, a wife, a mother, a friend, and a leader in the workforce. It has helped me realize that you don't need to be ALL of those things at once, but you can be all of them individually and together, as they make you who you are.
Coaching has helped me quieten my Judge and bring out my Sage.
The Pleaser in me has learned to say no.
The Stickler in me has learned to chill out.
And sometimes, I need these reminders- coaching has helped me identify these triggers. Name them and divert them away from criticizing myself.
Coaching has helped me find balance and the ability to do more than I ever thought possible. About ten years ago, my biggest coaching goal with Lynda was to have Zen mornings alone, as my kids say, before the world wakes up.
I'm' tired! That's' hard! Yes, it was.
However, I can tell you that habit and understanding that it doesn't happen every morning is why I can write this now. I'm' a mom of three and have had over an hour to myself with NO interruptions. It's time to clear my heart, make my space, and fill my cup for the day. This is the most significant gift from coaching, which I will forever hold with gratitude and dear to my heart.
Thank you, Lynda, for the opportunity to be vulnerable. For the opportunity to harness my strengths and empower my weaknesses.
I am often complimented by my multitasking ability (please know NO ONE can multitask). What I can do is SHIFT and Ride the Wave. This I credit to my coaching and time with Dr. Lynda Reid.
If you are thinking about coaching with Lynda- don't think about it anymore. DO IT!
Jessica Batten
Sato Real Estate, Inc.
Anna Marie, Florida
*Note: The terms Judge, Sage, Pleaser, and Stickler are Positive Intelligence® (PQ) terms. Lynda's membership with Positive Intelligence® allows her to embed the PQ App and assessments.
Moving Beyond Self-Doubt to Embracing My Sage
It was a perfectly imperfect timing when my path crossed with Lynda’s. I was getting frustrated with my inability to just buckle down and start believing in myself. Not just in myself but also in what I have to offer as a professional and a human being.
I am a physical therapist and I have been trying to incorporate more holistic approach to my practice and make it accessible to those that wanted to continue to get better after formal sessions were over. I wanted to empower them and show them the way to better physical and emotional life. Turns out I needed to be empowered first.
I am, or rather I was the biggest procrastinator and a big-time people pleaser as well as perfectionist. Those qualities held me captive and paralyzed until with help of Lynda’s guidance I discovered my Sage. Lynda helped me make a big mountain of worries and self-doubt into little bumps that I stepped over on my way to my best self- my Sage. Managing and organizing, letting go and prioritizing. That Sage spilled over to all other aspects of my life and made me able to find happiness and tranquility even in the hectic of times. I am grateful for the connection I made with Lynda, and I will tell anyone that will listen that they all need Lynda in their lives.
Magdalena Lenkowski
Private Physical Therapist
Palm Springs, California
*Note: The term "Sage" is a Positive Intelligence® (PQ) term. Lynda's membership with Positive Intelligence® allows her to embed the PQ App and assessments.
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I had the privilege of working with the exceptional Dr. Lynda Reid who has a deep understanding of the challenges faced by female executives. From the moment I started with her, I felt a genuine connection and support that made a significant impact on my personal and professional growth.
Her guidance and expertise were invaluable in helping me navigate the complexities of the healthcare industry. She provided tailored strategies and practical tools that empowered me to overcome obstacles and achieve my goals. Her ability to truly listen and empathize created a safe and nurturing space where I could openly discuss my concerns and aspirations.
What sets her apart is her unwavering dedication to fostering confidence and resilience in her clients. She encouraged me to embrace my unique strengths and to step into my leadership role with conviction. With her guidance, I developed a greater sense of self-awareness and a clearer vision of my career path. Then she introduced me to the Positive Intelligence® program and helped me truly learn that I hold the power of my own thoughts and emotions and how they can either propel me forward or hold me back. With her assistance, I discovered that I have the ability to cultivate a resilient and positive mindset, regardless of the challenges I may face.
I am truly grateful for the transformative experiences I had working with Dr. Lynda Reid. Her unwavering support, expertise, and genuine care have made a lasting impact on my career journey. I have been able to continue applying the principles and practices I have learned, knowing that they continue to enrich my life and empower me to overcome any obstacles that come my way. I highly recommend her services to any female leader seeking to unlock their full potential and excel in their leadership roles.
Ashlyn Champagne, MCD, CCC-SLP
Executive Director, Speech Language Pathologist
Rancho Mirage, California
