I work with social business leaders, social entrepreneurs, visionaries and activists who have brilliant ideas, but are not seeing the results they are committed to.

They are well-respected professionals who have a proven track record of success in one or more industries - finance, education, sales and marketing, healthcare, manufacturing - and are actively or aspiring to use these skills in a social business.  They see a different way for doing business, one that drives a profit and also addresses a social need.  They are creative, innovative and relentless in pursuing their vision for change.

Does this situation sound familiar?

• I'm a natural entrepreneur - I love leading and working independently - but I need support in continuing to think boldly, take calculated risks and balance leading from my head and my heart.
• I love what I'm doing but I feel alone, sometimes isolated and lacking the support of team members or partners.
• I have a lot of great ideas but don't have a good handle on the effectiveness of my efforts.
• While my work is focused on improving the lives of others, there are areas out of balance and personally unsatisfying in my own life; I just don't have time to address them.

I help my clients translate business ideas into effective organizations for change.  My clients create:

• Profitable organizations that also generate significant returns for the community.
• An authentic connection between their work and passions.
• Increased profitability.
• Greater effectiveness in capturing and measuring their social impact.
• An awareness and action plan to take on their life purpose.
• A greater sense of peace and balance in their personal and professional lives.

Testimonials

"[Rachel's] guidance has been invaluable to me.  Through our sessions, I have become more focused on the success of my business and have realized increased revenues.  I highly recommend Rachel...for all those seeking to improve their business, their relationships and their reputation with themselves."

-- Diana Kathryn, Entrepreneur

"I have worked with many coaches over the years, but most seem to have to "work" at it. Rachel doesn't. She knows what she is talking about, but most importantly she just knows what you are asking for. When one close friend finished her first session with Rachel, she picked up her life's work again, refreshed and rejuvenated - how can you beat that?" 

-- David, Small Business Owner

"I think Rachel is very gifted.  She was so present, open, and positive that I looked forward to our appointments.  I could hear her smile over the phone while being serious and holding me accountable. She weaves all of this together so beautifully."

-- Jaelyn, Sales Professional

I work with businesses and organizations committed to developing vibrant, healthy workplaces, both as a business strategy and as a reflection of their commitment to social responsibility.

There are many ways that organizations today are adapting and innovating to meet the changing dynamics of business.  From workplaces that are balancing the differing needs of Gen Yers and Baby Boomers, to establishing more nimble ways to communicate and evaluate performance, there is a clear call to many organizations to create new ways of doing business.

I have the greatest success with organizations that:

• Believe people are its greatest strategic asset and invest in their growth and development accordingly.
• Are committed to growing a leadership culture and encourages individuals to speak and act from an empowered place.
• Values integrity, responsibility and service (to customers, to one another and the community).

Testimonials

"The value of my professional partnership with Rachel arises from her ability to energize, empower and motivate accountability for results.  Rachel's consultation has helped to shape positive workplace culture and organizational strength through many cycles of growth and change."

-- Steve Ritter, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, Leaders Bank; winner of “Chicago’s 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For 2007” and finalist for “Top Small Workplaces 2008”

“Rachel was a coach for two individuals on my team.  Both individuals had an amazing experience with Rachel and were able to use the learning and insight for both personal and career growth.  Rachel also strongly advocated the coach approach to management and leadership and we had several conversations about how we could effectively use this approach with my organization.  In addition to Rachel's great coaching skills, she is a wonderfully caring individual who truly wants to support others in being their personal best. I'm very proud to call Rachel a respected colleague.”

-- Delores Gardner Stokes, Principal, Gardner Coaching and Consulting; former Vice President/Director, Digitas, Inc.  Recipient of “Detroit’s 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” and “Crain’s Cool Places to Work 2007”