Hello, I'm Leslie Mizerak
So, you're considering getting a coach.
I'm sure you have lots of questions. I want to help you answer the most important question when looking for a coach — "Is this the right coach for me?"
To help you answer that, let me tell you a little about me.
I’ve been doing this a LONG time — over 25 years. During that time, I’ve coached hundreds of professionals throughout all phases of their careers. But you're not here to read my resume (though you can find it here if you're really intrigued). In the end, the most important factor in a successful coaching relationship is the same for any other relationship in your life — will we get along?
Well, I don't know you, so I can't say for sure. But I can tell you about my coaching style, the type of people I work with, and what coaching means to me. See what you think, and if you think we might get along like chips and guacamole, then let's set a date and chat. If not, still reach out — I'd love to hear from you and may even know someone who can help.
A little about my coaching style.
I've been described as a straight-shooter with a relaxed, conversational style to my coaching. Which really means, "I say what's on my mind, but I'm nice about it."
I believe in challenging my clients, because real, material growth only comes through pushing ourselves to do the impossible. Don't worry — I keep the training wheels on if you need it, and we work on taking them off when you're ready.
Who do I work with?
I do this for lightbulb moments.
I do this for lightbulb moments.
I love working with professionals and seeing the impact they have on their teams and organizations. Does the industry or type of business you're in matter? No — that's your expertise, not mine. What matters for me is how your business or organization depends on you as a leader, and how your leadership impacts those around you. I look more at the "how" you do what you do, rather than the "what" you do.
I do this for lightbulb moments.
I do this for lightbulb moments.
I do this for lightbulb moments.
There is nothing more amazing than seeing the light bulb go on in a client's head — their "ah-ha" moment. What's even better is that these "ah-ha" moments are not mine — my clients get there on their own, and decide how to take that insight and put it into motion.
So that's a little about me. I hope that answered some of your questions. If you have any other burning questions, please connect! I'd love to hear from you.
Leora Kirby
HR Consultant & Facilitator
Based out of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma - Leora is a seasoned human resource executive.
She has served in executive HR leadership roles for over 30 years and manages her own HR consulting company. Quality-driven and articulate, with keen ability to maintain positive employee relations while managing change through mergers, startup/turnaround situations, reorganizations and plant closures. Recognized catalyst for continuous improvement in all human resource operational areas both at strategic and tactical level.
Leora has a rich career history encompasses handling crucial negotiations, M&A due diligence, employee relations, compensation and benefit program creation and improvement while serving as a member of executive leadership teams. She offers proficiency in risk assessment as key executive advisor and human resources expert.
THOUGHTFUL WORDS FROM OUR CLIENTS
I found great value in the story telling development; this has helped me re-focus on my current leadership role.
AB- Head of HR, NGO
The story telling and beliefs development [of the Empowerful Leader] has helped me focus on improving my business, relationships, and character.
DT, Sales Professional, IT Organization
The Empowerful Leader really went beyond general principles of leadership and help me understand the connection between leadership and myself as an individual. Throughout the program I came to understand how leader ship fits with my own personal story and personal goals. Leslie got me to really think about the meaning of my every day decisions and the interactions with others, and has supported me as I’ve worked to improve the leadership skills which I feel most needed work.
JL, President Marketing Agency
I want to personally thank Leslie Mizerak for such an amazing class. I reached out to her several months ago explaining that the managers at our company were in need of a very good leadership class, as this is not something that had been done in the past.
Leslie’s “To Lead or To Manage” workshop is absolutely amazing, not only because she goes over it step by step explaining everything so well, but she makes learning fun as well! We were all very impressed with her high level of skills and knowledge. Her style of teaching is superb! By the end of the day, we each walked away with some newfound knowledge and the ability to view things in a more positive light.
We look forward to another one of her workshops in the near future. I highly recommend Leslie for any group or individual coaching needs.
JC, HR Director, Oil Company