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legal analyst at major nyc financial institution
Where can I even begin to describe how much Astrid has helped me. I met her when I was beginning my final semester of college. I was unsure of what I wanted out of the next few years; she talked me through each thought I had until I knew exactly what I wanted. I was unsure of how to get what I wanted; she talked me through how to best present myself to potential employers and prepped me for every question I might be asked. Because of my sessions with Astrid, I was able to walk into every interview prepared and confident.
By providing a calming, judgment-free environment for me to reflect on what my hopes and dreams were, Astrid allowed me to focus on my future in a way I had not been able to before. It wasn’t always easy but she stuck with me until I knew exactly what I wanted for my future: two years from now, five years from now, ten years from now, and twenty years from now. My goals may very well change, but because of the skills I have learned from Astrid I know I will be able to apply myself to recognize what I want and go after it.
Not only was she so instrumental in helping me discover a career path that worked for me, I left every meeting with her feeling more in control and more hopeful about my future; in short feeling much happier. Astrid is a wonderful woman and every one she works with is the better for it – I know I am.
— Kate K., New York, NY
Associate at Boutique NYC Law Firm
The results of our weekly sessions surpassed all expectations. In concrete terms, within five months I obtained a new job that permits me to continue being a lawyer – a career path that I was on the verge of quitting despite years of education and hard work – while honoring my values, interests, and creativity and making a good living: a combination I never thought possible as an attorney in private practice in NYC. Astrid’s probing questions and value-oriented exercises played a significant role in giving me the focus and courage to identify and pursue my new legal career.
But perhaps more significant are the less visible, more internal results. By emphasizing values, strengths, core emotions, and interests, rather than diving headfirst into a job search, Astrid helped me to recognize the aspects of my job and career trajectory that did not align with my authentic self and were responsible for my dissatisfaction. We not only talked about ways to make my job more inspiring in the near term, but also explored alternative career choices, both in and out of the law. Throughout, Astrid’s genuineness and empathy made me feel at ease, while she also challenged me to use my creativity to prioritize my desires in career and life.
—Anna L., New York, NY
Clients
What results have my clients gotten from coaching?
My clients are motivated, passionate people who are committed to being more successful. Many come to me at a point in their lives when they are wondering what they really want from their careers, their relationships and their personal lives. Now that the economy is in flux and the world as we know it is changing, my clients welcome my support as a collaborator and partner to help them
- gain clarity on what they are committed to,
- learn to trust themselves and tap into their reserves of positive energy, and
- take the steps that will enable them to change and lead the lives that they are capable of having.
My clients run the gamut of business and creative professionals, including musicians and lawyers. If you are a musician or artist or a lawyer, I have included specific information on what coaching can do for you.
If you relate to any of the following statements, coaching may be exactly what you need:
- I know I can be more successful but I don’t know how to get there.
To the outside world I have it all, but I feel as though something is missing in my life. - I love being an artist/musician but I am not sure how to succeed as a professional.
- I have so many interests and responsibilities that I have trouble finding balance and I often feel overwhelmed.
- I don’t like my job but have no idea what else I want to do.
- I want to be challenged and I am open to exploring new ideas.
- I feel stuck and don’t know my next steps.
- I have a sense of what I want but can’t seem to take the necessary action.
What results have my clients gotten from coaching?
Here are some of the results that my clients have gotten from coaching, which can help you to:
Careers
- Take charge of and reorient your career by seeking out the opportunities that play to your strengths and let you do what you love
- Improve your job performance by analyzing what it takes to succeed at work, zero in on gaps in your professional skills and/or knowledge and get the training you need to flourish in your career
- Figure out if you are in the right career and create a career plan based on what you love, what you are good at and what is important to you
- Prepare for a new career by rehearsing for interviews, honing your message and planning effective search strategies
- Network and meet people who can become part of your professional support system
Artistic Careers
- Understand and trust your unique gift as an artist—your personal brand—and pursue the projects and career paths that let you thrive as an authentic artist
- Change the direction of your artistic career and gain the confidence you need to have a professional career in the arts
- Create new revenue streams, including starting a business, and raise funds so that you can live successfully as an artist
- Transition from being a student to having a career as a professional artist
Balance, Time-Management and Organization
- Choose the activities that support your long-term goals and values and learn to say no to the rest so that you are achieving a healthy balance between your professional and personal lives
- Become more productive by learning how to prioritize, delegate, manage external distractions and overcome procrastination
- Declutter your apartment and office and set up a organized filing system
Relationships
- Expand your personal and professional networks by figuring out the kind of people that you want to have in your life and finding where those people are
- Enjoy meaningful intimate relationships by creating the ideal image of what you want and who you have to be in order to attract that kind of relationship into your life
- Survive a break-up by learning how to deal with the day-to-day pain, learn from the experience and move forward with confidence
Financial Security
- Get out of credit card debt by understanding why you spend money on things you cannot afford
- Set a plan for paying off your debt
- Create new savings and spending habits.
Personal Development, Health and Wellness
- Identify your values and align your goals with what is really important so that you make the right decisions and take the right actions
- Discover what you love and find ways to bring your passions into your life
- Create a life purpose statement that pinpoints your mission in life and breaks down how to convert your vision into action
- Develop strong personal boundaries and learn to say no with confidence to relationships, business and extra-curricular opportunities that are not the right fit.
- Improve your health and sense of wellbeing by committing to exercise and a healthy lifestyle
If you want someone who can support you, stretch you and inspire you while you challenge yourself to discover the solutions that work best for you, call me at 917.747.5625 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to schedule a complimentary telephone session and explore how coaching can help you. You can also join my mailing list to receive periodic updates and tips on how to achieve authentic success.