WHAT OTHERS SAY
Susie O’Neill, Madam Butterfly, Olympic Gold Medallist, Swimming
There came a point in my life when moving forward became very difficult. I had reached a point where I felt stuck and unsure of what my future held. As hard as I tried to think I couldn’t come up with a solution. Through coaching with Stephanie Gill from Focussed Fish, I felt I had the opportunity to stand back and do an objective audit on my life – looking at what was going well and not so well,
Read moreand moving forward to achieve a balanced life. Through Stephanie’s easy and relaxed style I made positive steps towards taking control of my life again. I learnt many new skills and thinking processes that I will use for the rest of my life. I would definitely recommend Stephanie and Focussed Fish coaching for anyone who wants to make a positive change to their life.
JP Bumstead, Actor, LA, USA
I was looking to infuse my life with an enthusiasm somehow lost. Disappointments rack up over time, and the great battle is against a feeling of “Why bother?” that settles in voluntarily like a bloat. Stephanie Gill is a remarkable woman who has been of immeasurable, and often also measurable help in sorting out the parts of my life that have befuddled and/or bedazzled me for a long time. She is a coach of great talent and enthusiasm, and in taking her on
Read moreas my coach I have found answers and direction that had eluded me for many years. I have found her to be a terrific listener, someone who hears ‘between the lines’ and feeds back intent from expression.
Jason Bluett, Contract Administration and Claims, Bechtel Corporation, Brisbane
Stephanie has been a powerful force for change and improvement in life over the last few months of working with her. Her methods and approach are as logical and substantiated by facts and research as they are dynamic and creatively designed to accommodate the needs of the individual. I would emphatically endorse her work to anyone wanting to improve themselves personally and
Read moreprofessionally. Thank you Stephanie for your contribution to my success.
Liz Kearns, Life by Design Coaching, Michigan , USA
One of my goals was to develop my business message and website copy. Through coaching with Stephanie, I realized I had skipped essential preliminary steps because of a fear that if I were to limit my niche, I would have fewer clients, when actually the opposite is true! Stephanie helped me move past my resistance and distraction, and clearly define a niche and target market so that I can continue to develop my marketing materials.
Liesl Meerkin, Wordmason, Sydney
Coaching with Stephanie was life-changing. After 25 successful and fulfilling years in an industry I loved, I found myself at home with 2 babies under 2 – depressed, anxious, with low self-esteem and without direction or a vision for the future. After completing the Personal & Professional Alignment program, I felt re-energised, strong and empowered and have now fulfilled a life-long dream to launch my own business.
Emma Murphy, Hairdresser, Brisbane
Coaching with Stephanie gave me the epiphany I needed to identify the underlying cause of my clinical anxiety, depression and panic attacks which I had suffered from years. My days are brighter, more fulfilling and everyone around me feels it too! I didn’t have a single panic attack after the coaching and the time spent with my daughter and partner is rich and beautiful. I now live my life in the here and now, getting out of it as much as I can.
S. Allen, Manager, Higher Education
These coaching sessions have been an exciting journey of self-discovery. I now know myself better, am more results-focussed and I recognise behaviours that were holding me back. Stephanie has an amazing gift for listening and reflecting on factors that inhibit success. She is great at exploring options to deal with problems and at helping you to find solutions that work for you. Following her coaching sessions I feel more productive, more focussed, more
Read moreenergised and this has significantly increased my self-confidence. Thanks Stephanie.
David Cooper, Princess Charlotte Seasfoods, Brisbane
I was unclear about my business vision and the best approach to establish & grow my business. Coaching with Stephanie enabled me to get clear on where I wanted to go & to develop an approach to get there. Stephanie acted as a valuable sounding board & gave me the confidence I needed to move forward.
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WHAT OTHERS SAY
Debbie Kemp, CEO, NSW Sports Federation
Leadership coaching with Stephanie has been an amazing experience. I never expected it to change my life, or make me so excited about my new future. It did both. Before coaching, at least 80% of my time was dedicated to my work responsibilities. My work/life balance was non-existent. I was frantic all the time. I went from being frantic, behind and late to being calm and focused 90% of the time. Stephanie helped me shift my focus; I decided what’s really important to me, I set
Read moresome big goals, and I stayed focused on the big picture. I learnt great strategies to ensure that I achieve mygoals, and I realised that I really can achieve anything. Stephanie is amazing! And she helped me realise, so am I!
Maria Barrett, Queensland University of Technology
Having my boss declare that I’d ‘dropped the ball’ came at the lowest point in my career to date. How had I come to this point, with confidence in my own abilities shattered and feelings of self worth on a rapid spiral downwards? It was at this point that I was introduced to Stephanie Gill and her fabulous Focussed Fish program.
Stephanie guided me through my ocean of emotion and sea of self doubt. She enabled me to see my way clear to set achievable goals to address to my
current situation. She armed me with strategies to deal with the speed bumps in life, turning them from Titanic sized icebergs into opportunities for growth and learning.
I have now completed my Focussed Fish journey. My self-confidence has been restored and my set goals achieved. My career is back on track and I am motivated to embrace new opportunities that come my way. I have balance and direction back in my life. Thank you Stephanie. I no longer feel that I am swimming against the tide thanks to Focussed Fish.
Kylie Carmody, Kylie’s Courage, www.kyliescourage.com.au
Regaining my health, my life and losing 66kgs has been an amazing journey. However, there were still some unsolved pieces of the puzzle. And so, my Kinesiologist referred me to Stephanie. As life would have it, I first connected with Stephanie some 7 years ago! A little surreal, I made contact and outlined my challenges and Stephanie clearly mapped out a plan, including a little homework!! We worked consistently and in being honest at times for me, it was intense. All the while knowing I was in a safe, nurturing and professional
Read moreenvironment. Over a 2 week period Stephanie helped me unlock my puzzle. Ultimately realising it was me holding me back!! Stephanie has given me solid framework for moving forward in life, workable day to day strategies. She has empowered me in taking responsibility of these strategies and they are not a chore. They have been easily integrated into my life. My love to run has also had its own set of challenges for me and now, since finishing my sessions with Stephanie the ability to run with entire freedom…mind and body has been an unfamiliar, though powerful experience. Stephanie has combined her talent with the ability to listen to my needs, work in a professional and nurturing environment. Remain calm and focussed when needed and yet warm, all at the same time. Throughout our work together, Stephanie continued to check in with me ensuring we were both on the same path in ultimately achieving my goal. I am continuing to embrace these easy strategies in my day to day life and living the benefits. Also importantly when I don’t embrace my daily practices, my body sends me messages…’Time to tune in Kylie’! Listening to my body more and more:-) I am grateful for having re-connected with Focussed-Fish. My sincere thanks Stephanie, I am looking forward to staying connected.
Natalie Hodgskin, Marketing Manager, Olympic Silver Medallist, Softbal
The leadership sessions with professional coach Stephanie Gill were amazing and inspiring. After every session I felt as if a weight had been lifted and I was able to get back into work and life armed with some very practical strategies I could apply straight away. It has helped to reshape the way I think and the way I now approach work/life issues.
I have no doubt that the experience I’ve had with my professional coach will certainly have long lasting benefits in all areas of my life.
Rob Carmody, Managing Director, Australian Integrated Communication
In two sessions we were able to explore the key areas in my life that have been challenging and holding me back, many of which date back to my childhood and implement strategies that not only changed my thinking but also re-aligned my values, most of which were conflicting.
Given the exercises require you to be completely honest with yourself, and are at times confronting, the warm, trusting environment you create, allowed me to focus with ease, always feeling that I was in control at all
times.The goal setting exercise we did has allowed me to throw away lists and goals and visions, and focus on the one ultimate vision of my life, broken down into current 3 month blocks – I have found this a powerful and changing experience.
I would have no trouble in recommending your services and would be more than happy to share my experience.
Thomas Kovacs, Life Coach, Thomas Life Strategies
Before coaching Stephanie I wanted to start a coaching business but my excuses, a fear of not succeeding and a lack of knowledge kept getting in the way. I was not taking action towards my goals (procrastinating), I had not specifically defining my goals enough and had $0 savings in the bank with a spending mindset.
Coaching with Stephanie developed confidence in my ability and in my value as a coach. She helped me take action and be accountable. The positive vibe and feedback from Stephanie helped me develop a ‘can do’ attitude. My savings have gone from $0 to $3,300 and I have finally started being paid as a coach! My
confidence is right up there. I have also developed and run a webinar, and ad campaign, a goal setting workshop and set up a joint venture with the local gym.
Stephanie is always challenging you with a positive vibe that enables you to ‘answer you own call’ to action. You are motivated when Stephanie is by your side, and the ongoing daily or weekly (as required) ‘touching base’ really made a difference in my journey. I find Stephanie is very natural and down to earth in her approach, and at the same time displays a professional image. Her knowledge is vast and specific as well as of the highest calibre. I would have no hesitation recommending Stephanie as a coach for anyone that is serious about making changes in their life, professionally or personally. Thank you my super coach.
Marianne Maguire, National Sport Operations Manager, Touch Football Australia
Throughout the coaching process I have been able to establish some understanding of myself. My strengths and areas for improvement, while also starting to become comfortable with who I am right now. I think this is an important point, because there is no such thing as being perfect. Being comfortable with the here and now, has allowed me to have my confidence build. I have a new level of confidence in what I am, what I can achieve and
Read morepersonally where I am heading. It is empowering to have the self belief, then some new tools for my ‘kit bag’ in life and in management. This experience directly and indirectly has allowed me to see a new side of myself. What more could I be wanting.
Cathy Sweeney, Community Artist, Brisbane
I needed to make some changes in my life. I wanted to thrive rather than just survive. The problem was that some negative mind sets were keeping me from believing I could achieve what I wanted for my life. Stephanie helped me unlock some shut doors to the past, bring out the junk, and sort out the stuff I didn’t need anymore. It was a true Spring clean but in winter! I chucked out all the old stuff that didn’t work for me anymore and that was holding me back. I felt lighter and excited (!) at
Read morethe feeling of renewal and change. We all need some mental maintenance work every now and then. This program of Steph’s is inspiring as she gives you the keys to unlock that door you may not want to open for fear of what is lurking behind there. It is a healthy tune up for the mind and soul. I cannot express my amazement how she taps into what you need to explore with the right tools that she brings to the program. It is fun and as well as empowering.
There are no reasons strong enough to not do this program as it is individualised and can help anyone who wants to move through to the next level.
Jayne Leslie, Business Owner, Mother, Sydney
Where I started coaching with powerhouse Stephanie Gill, I simply had too much to do as a business woman living in Sydney and a mother of a high performance tennis player. The Major challenge for me was having someone I could trust to talk through all of my brilliant ideas and hold me accountable. Now Stephanie Gill is not a coach to cuddle your brain. She pushes you to discovery. I employed Stephanie to set a direction that would motivate me in the right direction. Stephanie saw my value and charged me with positive energy to fulfil my dreams.
Read moreWhat changed for me was my attitude to getting things done. I felt empowered to tackle all areas of my life. I achieved my goals within a short time frame 100%. I secured three new clients and am now very clear about what I need to focus on.
Even after three months, I still refer to my coaching notes and remember fondly how it rallied me to life. She’s amazing. I felt so good when I was discussing my goals with Stephanie. I recommend Stephanie for entrepreneurs, business leaders and corporate directors who want confidential conversations with a person who brings knowledge, a unique perspective and a much needed sense of humour to the coaching mix. What really worked for me was her off-beat perspective to my problems. She always gave me something to go away with that helped me to see how I could make the changes I needed. She makes jumping over hurdles fun! She rocks! I would book in now – don’t hesitate a second.