It's time to create life changing results...It's time to Thrive Forward.
Hello, I’m Deb Skarda. As a Life and Leadership Coach I help create happier, more successful and fulfilled lives and careers. Are you ready to take the first steps towards designing your future?
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It can be hard to be at the top of our game, every moment, every day, every year.
Regardless of what you hear from our friends or see on social media, sometimes even the best struggle with deciding which direction to go, when to get started, and how to keep moving forward. You have goals. Every day you work hard to achieve those life or career goals.
Yet, you still don’t make real progress. Or, maybe you’re not enjoying the journey to achieving those goals and wonder if you’re really working on the right thing.
Do you bring all of yourself to everything you do but often put yourself low on your priority list? Maybe you…
- Want more but not sure what it is or how to get there.
- Expect more of yourself than you ever would of your family and friends.
- Feel stuck because you don’t know how to get started, afraid you might fail, or don’t have clarity on exactly what you want?
Is This You?
Have recent events:
- Changed your priorities?
- Made you question your values?
- Made you feel stuck?
- Blurred the lines of work-life harmony?
Are you Preparing to:
- Create a plan for the next phase of your life?
- Become a “People Leader”?
- Change Jobs?
- Return to school?
My Approach
My focus is to guide you in finding clarity and developing actions so that you can thrive, both personally and professionally. We will work together to determine what you want for your future, what is getting in the way of you achieving those goals and determine milestones to help you see your progress towards that new reality. With a combination of my coaching practice and professional experience I will provide confidential, reliable guidance on your journey. I’ve coached individuals seeking support on with following:
- Developing career strategies
- Navigating life and career transitions
- Living a more balanced and wholehearted life
- Enhanced leadership development
As your coach, I will help you uncover what is true for you. I don’t fix or advise but guide you so you can unpack the truth and discover what is really valuable and important for you. Together, we will develop a roadmap with implementation strategies to overcome obstacles. The journey may not always be easy, but the reward will be a more fulfilled and joyous life.
About
One of my favorite quotes is “old ways won’t open new doors”. Whether it was while I was working as an RN in a hospital or a leader in a corporate environment, I have seen impactful change in people who have had the courage to be intentional and take control of their future. If you’re tired of letting life just happen to you, I am here to help you take charge.
I come from a big, extended family that is fun, hard-working and passionate. My husband is my best friend who, along with our two kids, their spouses and our grandson, inspire me to be a life-long learner and to follow my passion for
helping others.
I completed the University of Wisconsin-Madison Certified Professional program and am International Coaching Federation (ICF) – Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credentialed. Based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown, I am
also a Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator.
Deb Skarda
Ready to make profound changes in your life and career?
Schedule a free 45-minute session to explore what might be holding you back or causing you to second guess yourself.
How coaching works
Through coaching you discover your best self. The process will positively impact you personally and professionally. Different than counseling, coaching is future focused, and based on the belief that you, the client, is creative, capable and competent. I use a variety of coaching techniques that include asking questions, helping you envision your future self, and gaining perspectives to get clarity and establish steps to help you not just move forward, but thrive.
- All sessions are confidential, compassionate and judgement-free. Everyone has their own story, and it’s theirs to share – or not.
- Typically, our sessions are virtual. Depending on geography, we may meet at a quiet, mutually agreed to location.
- Most clients prefer to schedule calls every 2-3 weeks with brief touchpoints in between sessions, if needed. However, everyone is different, and we can customize a schedule that works for you.
Are you curious about coaching or want to get to know me better before deciding? Contact me for a free introductory call. At the end of the session we can determine if we’re a good fit, decide on approach and design a coaching package that fits your needs.