Before I started working with Tara, I had gotten approximately nowhere with my business. I didn’t even know what I wanted; just that it wasn’t what I was doing. I was unclear about the kind of client I wanted to work with, I was giving away hours and time because I didn’t know how to price my services, I hadn’t figured out how to set boundaries for my part-time workday, and I was wasting a lot of energy on business development initiatives that I didn’t enjoy but believed I had to do. I was working hours that weren’t convenient for me for fear of losing opportunities, even though I had set out to create a work schedule that fit with my family life.

A former colleague and fellow coach referred me to Tara. In working with Tara, I was able to identify my ideal client, and build my business including an excellent coaching process that uses both my strengths and talents as a coach and HR leader. I have built a pricing schedule that reflects the value of my coaching, and that I no longer hesitate to present to a potential client. Most importantly, though, I learned how to build a work schedule that really works for me and my family. I’m busier now than I’ve ever been even though I’m working a shorter week. I’ve also learned to identify the business development initiatives that work for me, and stick to those rather than joylessly throwing spaghetti at the wall.

As a result of working with Tara, I am no longer trying to create a business. I’m proud of my business and website. I know what work to say ‘yes’ to, and which work to refer elsewhere. And, I’m so happy with the work life that I’ve settled into as a professional and mom.