Testimonials

" In the first few months.....increased the revenues by $69K/Year!!", "It simply astounds me as to how much I have accomplished."

Mary Naumann, Business Owner, Windsor VT

I’m a writer starting an editorial business. My services include writing articles, writing fiction, editing, copy editing, and proofreading. I wanted to work with Garry as a coach because I felt he was able to understand my need to be more self sufficient in terms of producing income for myself. From the outset of our speaking together about how he coaches and why, I immediately felt that I had an opportunity to work with a partner who was genuinely interested in MY success. It was apparent to me that this was HIS priority.

The first thing I realized and continue to realize in working with Garry is that he listens. He understands intuitively what my goals are. Then he works with me to put a path to goals with a timetable that works. Garry has a positive way about him that makes me feel comfortable with moving out of my comfort zone – and I do that now with regularity.

During the first few weeks that we have worked together, I lined up a reading and contacted five venues to read more of my work within a six-month period. We discovered rehearsing techniques that continue to enhance the way I present my work. We also designed scripts that I use when approaching venues to read my work. The exercises and the skills I learned paid off immediately.

He and I put together a calendar of book fairs and related events that I will attend to drive customers to my website. What was only a vision just several weeks ago has now turned into reality, thanks to my working with Garry. I will be continuing to work with Garry in the next several months to advance my business and to continue stepping out of my comfort zone to accomplish new achievements. I highly recommend Garry as a coach if you are looking to get more out of your business and your life.

Loretta H. Campbell, owner of UpWrite editorial services

I recently had the opportunity to work with Garry Carlson, a Strategic Business Coach, with whom I had been previously acquainted with in my industry. I was unfamiliar with coaching and what kind of work that they do for people. Honestly, I must confess I was a little skeptical.


However after working with Garry for just a few sessions, I experienced what coaches strive for, the ‘Aha Moment’. This is where I found some extraordinary clarity and a new vision for what opportunities were available for me in my career. I owe this moment and subsequent actions to move towards it, to Garry and his wonderful coaching skills.


I was truly impressed at how he was able to help guide me to a place in my life and business that had been very difficult for me to achieve in the past. In fact, before working with Garry, I was convinced that I could not get there at all. But here I am, right here, right now! It’s amazing to feel this new sense of possibility.


I can honestly recommend Garry, without hesitation, for anyone who feels that they need some additional support and guidance in their business, to be able to move forward, faster and with more confidence to do so. Garry is very passionate about what he does and really cares about helping people have the best in both their lives and their business.


Thank You Garry!!!

Jackie Boulton
Calgary, Alberta Canada
‘International Groomer of the Year’
1993, 2003, 2007


Jackie Boulton

I have known Garry for many years. I first met him when he came into Systems Plus and I was immediately stricken by his easy-going manner coupled with a keen, decisive business insight. I was already thinking of hiring him in a sales position when he revealed that his profession was that of a business coach. It was not long before that was the basis of our professional relationship.

Garry has a unique ability to absorb and understand minute details of almost any situation while also being mindful of the broader implications from the 30,000 foot view. Over time, he has shown a deep understanding of my goals and capabilities. He can inspire me and push me to achieve results beyond the normal reach of the day to day activities. He is aware of my shortcomings and limitations, using that as leverage to move ahead without invoking any negative connotations.

Garry possesses a keen understanding of human nature and motivation. I can recall countless times when he related an anecdote from his experience that truly illuminated the meaning and lesson from my situation. We have also always been able to share a laugh about the funny situations we get ourselves into.

Garry has always followed up our coaching sessions with a “Fieldwork” email. This has proved invaluable to me as a guidepost to the core items that I wanted to be working on. It is so easy in today’s fast-paced business environment to get caught up in the myriad responsibilities and tasks that one never finds time to invest in meaningful change. I have found that my coaching relationship to Garry has always pointed me toward those “extras” and highlighted the value of the time invested to achieve them.

Sincerely,
Jake Blum
President


Jake Blum
Systems Plus Computers