Yvonne is insightful, intelligent and the results have been beyond my expectations. If you need a coach, a workshop for your organization or a thought provoking speaker Yvonne is an excellent choice.

Teresa Pippus

I have always found Yvonne to be professional, approachable and genuine. She immediately connects with people, understands what needs to be addressed, and helps teams see opportunities for change. As a certified Birkman expert, she is able to coach her clients to have a better understanding of themselves and how others view them. Yvonne helps her clients get results, creates a dynamic environment in which people want to engage.

I highly recommend Yvonne as an exceptional Executive Coach/Trainer and Birkman Consultant. She is personable, knowledgeable, energetic, and a wonderful communicator. I have had the pleasure of being her client and the opportunity to work with her in a variety of capacities. Thank you Yvonne!

Nalish Ladha

Yvonne has a remarkable ability to provide insight to understand both sides of a conflict, while helping you reframe your argument carefully to both de-escalate and articulate an effective representation of your view to obtain the best results.

Rather than using the “give them a taste of their own medicine’ approach in a conflict, she raises the bar, discusses both sides and helps you present your best, convincing argument so that you can still feel good about yourself while also presenting effective discussion to achieve the best results.

I would highly recommend Reframe – How to Reframe your Conversations to resolve messy conflicts to anyone who wants to improve their work or home relationships.

Patricia RossGroYourBiz, Fraser Valley chair, and Abbotsford City Councillor

Yvonne has been a real asset to our team. She has a strong understanding of management, organization and leadership; and has used that background to establish a young and brand new set of teams under her responsibility. She helped them understand their roles, define their processes, and create and formalize procedures and Key Performance Indicators.

Yvonne’s strength is not only leading a team, but also training and empowering them to lead themselves.

Christian Mah

Yvonne has an energetic, outgoing personality that instantly connects with people on a different level. She is a very good listener, intuitive, thinks fast & critically on her feet. Furthermore, I have witnessed first hand a real dynamic personality when the vision and passion for the organization grips her heart. Any board that wants a driven, bright & passionate leader needs to give Yvonne serious consideration!

Jeanne Murko-Wust, BNSc, RN, MAL, CGNA

Under Yvonne’s leadership, I grew in confidence and ability. As a first-time supervisor, I had a significant learning curve. Yvonne challenged me to be a better leader, but not without offering the tools and mentorship to empower me along the way.

Yvonne breathed new life into our team’s projects and activities. She lent her skill and expertise to develop a much needed annual plan and dedicated much time and effort to building us up as fundraisers and team players. I am exceptionally grateful for the opportunity I’ve had to work with Yvonne.

Christiane (Employee)

Dear Yvonne, I am exceptionally grateful to you for your investment in me. I learned so much about myself during our four month coaching program.

Your time, energy and encouragement helped me to take important steps in my life and career that continue to bring health and happiness to me and my family. This journey has not been about “fixing,” but about becoming the person I want to be. Knowing myself as I do now, I feel so much at peace.

Thanks so much!

Christiane (Personal Coaching Client)

Yvonne has worked with me to help establish clear goals and strategies to reach those goals. She is open and authentic with her advice and holds me accountable so that I achieve the goals I have set. I love working with her and highlly recommend her to any business professional that wants to REALLY achieve their highest potential.

Wendy McClelland

Yvonne is a gifted coach and leader. I highly recommend her as a personal and professional coach. As a Sr. Birkman Certified Consultant, I am always encouraging other coaches and leaders and Yvonne is a standout in our field.

Yvonne has an energetic, outgoing personality that instantly connects with people on a different level. Her understanding of Conflict Management and Leadership Development is astounding. Her recent book is an excellent reflection of the complexities of conflict and her practical tools will help any person improve the way they do conflict…that is, if they want to.

Jonathan Michael M.A. LeadershipJob and Career Development Coach, Master Certified Birkman Consultant

Dear Yvonne, I learned through your behaviour that we have to be passionate and listen to others. You showed us how to be a “servant leader”.

You showed us how to come back when things are down. You taught us to care for others no matter how our personalities may clash. You taught me to stay positive and persevere in the face of adversity. You taught me to recognize that as a team player, I am never alone.

Thank You!

Hilton (Workshop Attendee)

Yvonne does a great job learning about your goals and has valuable insight that will help you put life in perspective. She will hold you accountable and on track.

Bote Miedema

Yvonne’s easy and engaging manner enables her to connect quickly with her clients.

With her vast hands-on experience, she can be relied on to deliver pragmatic ideas that have been tested in the day-to-day. Her style is creative and she always brings the fun.

Amanda (Workshop Participant)

Dear Yvonne, My fiancé and I really enjoyed participating in the couples’ discovery session with you. Your expertise in helping us to learn more about each other’s strengths and weaknesses will definitely help to strengthen the foundation of our marriage.

The simple and practical tips and suggestions that you offered throughout the discovery session will go a long way in supporting our new marriage. In addition, we also found your tools and techniques intuitive and approachable. It was truly a pleasant and fruitful experience.

Thank you!

Ivan (Relationship Coaching)

Yvonne is a bright and integrity based professional who excels in challenges and pushing through the difficult questions of life. During her time as my student I sawYvonne as an enthusiastic motivator who creates a positive environment in challenging circumstances.

Additionally, Yvonne focuses on the people serving with and around her making each person feel like they are as important a part of the team as other team members. Taking into account her graduate participation in the course with me, I would recommend Yvonne to any organization looking for someone that is committed to the people they serve and the people hired to accomplish organizational mission.

Yvonne is a positive and effective leader and will be an asset to any organization desiring to hire high performance professionals.

Dr. D. L. AthaAdjunct professor, MA LeadershipTrinity Western University