Laurie Geary, M.Ed, PCC, of In Gear Coaching & Training, has over 25 years of experience as a trainer, educator, and consultant,  and over eight years of experience as a personal and professional coach.  One of the first graduates of CoachU and one of the first to be certified by ICF  (International Coach Federation) she is currently on the Board of Directors of ICF New England.

She was a frequent presenter (InteractiveGames and Initiatives for Learning) at the International Coach Federation Conferences and, as a certified Teleclass Leader, she has designed and facilitated many teleclasses on subjects related to coaching (eg. Responsible Risk-taking, Building Self Esteem, Coaching Yourself to Success).

Laurie specializes in coaching clients in transition: life, career, retirement, as well as supporting new coaches in building their business.  She helps clients find their passion and learn to attract what they want into their life. Fluent in Spanish, she also provides coaching and training in Spanish. As a corporate trainer, Laurie currently works for Outward Bound Professionals, Right Management  Consultants, and the Teacher Education Institute.

Laurie has developed unique models for taking risks and building self esteem, and is a co-author of the book: A Guide to Getting It: Self Esteem which includes her chapter on Risk-Taking and Building Self Esteem.  She has also written the workbook: Risk to Grow! Create the Life you want through Responsible Risk-Taking. She has also produced a manual for trainers (based on her years of experience as an instructor  for Outward Bound):Games & Initiatives for Networking, Energizing, Team-building…and just plain Fun!  She has recently written a 6-session eBook on Assertiveness Training. Archives of her newsletter, Gear Up for Success! Tips, Techniques, and Tasks…with over 150 articles related to coaching concerns… can be found here.

Laurie has been featured in the Boston Globe (Retirement Coaching) and was recently spot-lighted in the new coach magazine from England: Personal Coach. She has also been heard on the radio (Self Esteem Boston), seen on Cape Ann Cable T.V. (The Positive People Show), and, most recently appeared on WBZ Boston with host, Liz Walker, discussing Women and Risk.

In her free time Laurie likes to sail, windsurf, kayak, hike, ski…and play with her three grandchildren, Madison, Taylor, and Jack.

Testimonials

"Laurie keeps me focused with a combination of broad-based and specific tasks. We started with my 'ideal position.' With Laurie's direction, editing, revisions, I have a new resume…actually two… on the path to obtain my ideal position. Laurie has recommended excellent reading materials, opened me to thought processes I never considered. She has provided me with the tools to create the structure I need to research companies, learn about and participate in various networking events and submit resumes for those positions I desire. I have weekly exercises, assignments, and research to do. Laurie is totally committed to working with me to discover my hidden talents and help me map the road to new beginnings." Lorraine C. - HR professional "Laurie has been my coach for over 3 years now, and I have made amazing transitions during that time. Her process and approach with me have been quite flexible…we generally co-create general areas for me to address yet we have also done strategic planning, The strength of our sessions is the powerful brainstorming that emerges - AND - her affirmation of me." Anna W., MBA "Laurie's trainings and coaching were among the most valuable experiences I had while I was working as a manager at an athletic club and they have helped to shape my career. Fifteen years later I find that I still use the skills she taught me; they have been invaluable tools that have helped me both professionally and personally. "I would highly recommend her coaching/consulting/training services to any company that wants to further the professional development of their staff." Laurie F. - Owner/Operator of a pilates and fitness studio. "I thoroughly enjoyed the tele-class environment. Laurie established a relaxed yet motivating environment where ideas were presented and then discussed in an open, judgment-free forum. I felt the balance between gathering new information and sharing of personal experiences helped me translate new learning into practical use. I liked the synergistic style of learning. Laurie presented information in a clear and organized fashion, but encouraged participation and the exploration of different ideas. Hearing different points of view and other people's experiences triggered me to question my own ideas in a deeper way. I thought information was broken down into clear steps that could be used in a very practical way. I found this especially beneficial given the nature of the subject matter. Taking risks can be challenging and anxiety provoking and this class helped me gain objectivity and learn to break down big changes into small, constructive, manageable actions. Laurie's knowledge, enthusiasm, and openness were the driving force behind the success of the class." Debbie Bennett, Participant "Laurie, you are the best!!! Seriously, your class was one of the best I have ever attended!! I can understand why you are successful! your follow up is excellent...and your willingness to share info is commendable! THANKS." Mary Taddie, Participant "Laurie, you have so much to offer; I love how you risk and encourage others to do so also, but without a bit of one-up-manship; you have a real gift!" Judy Godinez, Participant "Before hiring Laurie as my coach, I had let my life get out of control. I worked too much at a job I didn't love anymore, I procrastinated with bills and household chores, I was exhausted and had lost my creative energies.  Laurie has helped me reset my priorities, set clear and attainable goals, and develop a reserve of energy and creativity. I decided that I had to make a big change: a switch in careers. Laurie helped me to break that goal up into smaller tasks, to be accomplished over an agreed time-frame. So I am making small changes in my life to prepare for that larger change. As time goes by, and as I check off these steps, I believe more and more that I can attain the big goal. I look forward to my coach sessions because Laurie really listens to me. She draws out my determination and then directs that energy in the most effective way." Margie Kelley, Client "You did a TRULY GREAT job (on the Risk-taking Tele-class) facilitating. You're up and informative and flow with the conversation..didn't sound at all uncomfortable or contrived... good energy and motivation I got a lot out of it!" Sharon Hooper, Coach "I found the last one (Risk-Taking tele-class) energizing and a reminder to get moving - get risking.!" Jan McLean, Coach I got more out of this class than a year and a half worth of therapy. Thank you! Student from Self Esteem Class at North Shore Community College I've had the opportunity to see Laurie present/lead groups on numerous occasions. I always find her to be well organized and prepared as well as enthusiastic and informative. I also have consistently heard reports of her professional approach and successful training sessions from other participants. Michele Holovak Harrison Attorney at Law, Gloucester, MA You were so well organized that the excellent material in your presentation came across beautifully. We all learned so much about ourselves and the ability of the group to work together. Polly Tomer, Business Manager Cape Ann chamber of Commerce You designed a good balance between the theoretical and conceptual on the one hand, and the practical on the other...the sequence you provided was just right, and left the participants with specific actions to use. I left feeling very happy...and the period since has deepened that assessment. The Rev. Alfred Zadig, Ph.D Executive Director Ecumenical Counseling Service, Inc. Yours was the best planned and organized course on management and leadership I have ever attended. Tony La Verde Service Advisor, Hobart Corp. Laurie led management training workshops for all four of the nurse manager teams. Laurie is an enthusiastic, articulate professional who is able to facilitate a group with ease. She is readily able to lead, motivate, and garner group participation in a non-threatening way, assuring excellent results. Phyllis Simone, RN MS MPH Vice President, Patient Services Visiting Nurse Association of the North Shore La experiencia (de aconsejamiento) me ayudo a ser mas eficiente en identificar la importancia de mi problema. Dividiendo el problema en pedazos y resolviendola en una manera mas metodica. Tambien me ayudo a mantener mi palabra o compromiso conmigo, porque el tema sera discutido durante la llamada. Me hizo sentir mas responsable y mas proactiva con mis compromisos. Tambien aprendi a educarme con tecnicas mas eficientes. Layla Garcia, Client En el tiempo que participe en el programa de "coaching," tuve la oportunidad de explorar mis metas y tambien de llevar acabo algunas de estas metas que parecian inalcanzables.  Mi "coach," Laurie, supo ayudarme y orientarme en las diferentes facetas de mi vida profesional como tambien personal.  Gracias a Laurie, aprendi a utilizar mi potencial como profesional" Sandy Mogelberg, Producer, Pachanga Latina, Univision 27-Boston     "Mientras estaba laborando en Merck-Medco Rx Services, yo tuve la oportunidad de recibir los servicios ofrecidos por Lauire, en la lengua Espanola.  Ella siempre estubo dispuesta a ayudarme en la preparacion de mi resume y proveyendo diferentes metodos para obtener empleo. Yo tambien tuve la ocasion de observar a Laurie en consulta con otros empleados de Merck-Medco y ensenando en espanol como presentar una entrevista para obtener optimos resultados.  Su habilidad en comunicacion en espanol fue excelente y cada empleado de habla hispana pudo entenderla facilmente.  Ellos tambien se sintieron confortables hablando con ella." Martha Medina TESTIMONIALS from participants at MedSource Technologies, Danbury, CT Course: 9 PASOS PARA OBTENER EL EMPLEO QUE DESEA September, 2002 Estuve muy satisfecha con las clases de Como Obtener Trabajo que para me fue nuevo y aprendi muchas cosas. Y la maestra, Laurie, en especial, nos dio una confianza y fue muy bonit pasar con ella las clases. Gladys de la Vega Me siento conforme con las clases de 9 PASOS PARA OBTENER EMPLEO. Laurie se expresa muy bien el espanol y escribe excelente. Estoy muy agradecido por que me va a servir mucho para el futuro y para poder ayudar otros. Jose Villon Gostamos muito das classes 9 PASOS PARA OBTENER EMPLEO. Laurie foi muito paciente e eficiente. Aprendemos muito e tivemos uma boa experiencia. Recomemdamos esta instrutora para outras pessoas que estejem na mesma situaçao, precisando de ajuda com os curriculums. Fatima da Silva Aida Gomes

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