Client Testimonials
“Michelle is very easy to talk to. She has a naturally warm personality and is a great listener. You know that when you are talking with her, she is totally focused on what you are saying and nothing else. She encourages her clients to create solutions to their own problems. She never tells you what to do and is never judgmental. She is very easy to open up to and totally be yourself.”
~ Teresa M., Inverness, IL
“During our sessions, Michelle always made me feel comfortable and at ease with sharing my innermost thoughts and feelings. She also made sure that the focus of each session was on me. Her active listening skills allowed her to candidly obtain information that allowed her to ask more thought provoking questions. In our sessions, Michelle was able to uncover some of my pent up “mind clutter”. In identifying this “clutter” I was able to begin organizing my thoughts to better utilize my personal energy.”
“Michelle is a natural at coaching. Michelle’s goal with each client is to help them live happier, more fulfilled lives.”
~ Monica R., Schaumburg, IL
“Michelle always displayed a high degree of integrity, professionalism and understanding. During our sessions, we have discussed both personal and professional topics and in all circumstances, Michelle has provided a comfortable, open environment that allowed for self discovery and growth.”
“Since beginning working with Michelle, I have found myself handling difficult and stressful situations in a more productive manner. My work life balance has improved dramatically along with my focus. Those around me have commented on the positive change in my attitude and demeanor.”
~ Jeff F., Naperville, IL
Professional Recommendations
“One of Michelle’s greatest strengths is her listening capability. When Michelle has a conversation with someone, she is present and in the moment. She listens actively, asking many questions to ensure her understanding. In this way, she not only builds relationships – she does so in a way that inspires trust and confidence from her clients.”
~ Christie P., Vice President, Learning & Leadership Development
“… I have come to admire her passion and dedication to challenging herself as well as others around her to move forward into what life has called them to be. Without a doubt, Michelle is an integral part of why I have my dream job and also a strong influence in why I became a life coach.”
“She has a unique ability to be able to establish an atmosphere that is safe and supportive-enough so that people around her have discovered for themselves new thoughts, beliefs, emotions, etc., that strengthen their ability to move forward and achieve what is important for them.”
~ Rodney T., Sr. Training Consultant
Interview with Michelle Kelso
Learning from a OD Entrepreneur and Life Coach
By: Pete Herman
Roosevelt University
October 2008
Michelle Kelso’s LinkedIn profile tells us she served as Vice President and Training Manager of Training and Development for LaSalle Bank Corporation from 2006-2008. Prior to that she held the positions Assistant Vice President, Senior Training Consultant and Training Consultant for the bank. At LaSalle she led teams of learning professionals, consulted with senior leaders during periods of transition, led projects, managed consultant relationships, developed management training and facilitated many classes.
But it is in her current role as the owner of her business that Kelso’s organizational development expertise promises to express its full potential. Enjoy the Journey Coaching is a new business, in startup mode since June 2008 and now up and running. Kelso’s plan takes the experiences of her past corporate training and parlays it into a successful life and executive coaching business targeted to empowered women who meaningfully integrate the opportunities of career, family and self-actualization, with her help of course.
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