Coaching

Testimonials – Coaching

We may have changed some of the names below to respect the rights of confidentiality to the client.

“Renee Kennedy-Edwards is a valued member of the Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce. She is known and well respected among the membership and has provided workshops and facilitated roundtable discussions. Her topics are cogent and relevant to the issues in today’s business marketplace and her presentations reflect the highest level of professionalism. Our members are duly impressed with Renee and her company as workshop surveys consistently praise her facilitating abilities and report satisfaction with the group discussions and exchange of ideas her roundtables generate. Renee is definitely an asset to the Chamber and an excellent resource for our members who seek to develop themselves personally and achieve success in business.” Stephanie Kissinger, Member Sales & Marketing, Bonita Springs Chamber of Commerce

“Coaching with Renee has brought true focus into all phases of my life – professional and personal. My colleagues and family have noticed the change in my work ethic. Coaching has helped me to focus on the dollar productive activities to achieve my goals.” [Kathy - Salesperson - Naples, FL]

“Renee has pointed me in the right direction in order to help me realize my dream of doing something completely different in my life. I used to be in the financial business and felt bored and unfulfilled. After coaching with Renee, I have realized my talent and passion in owning my own business and being my own boss. Renee gave me the motivation, encouragement and insight to help me reach this very important goal of mine.” [Jeff - Restaurant owner - Bonita Springs, FL]

“Our lives were in chaos. With my husband working overtime constantly, our relationship was in trouble. Renee worked with both of us to strengthen our relationship by increasing intimacy with one another. She taught us the skills necessary to improve our relationship by focusing on how we communicate with one another and prioritizing our time with each other. Her background as a Counselor made us feel comfortable knowing she had the experience and skill to work with us as a couple. Renee is professional, courteous, and treats her clients with respect. She is also very friendly and has a warm personality that makes it easy to talk with her about anything.” [Jim & Donna - Naples, FL]

“I used to shy away from people before working with Renee at Coaching 4 Success. In my business as a Realtor, I need to make regular contacts with people. However, I was losing sales because I was too shy to meet people and network. Renee taught me the skills to overcome my shyness and feel confident to go to business functions and meet people. I never thought I could network with strangers but Renee helped me overcome my fear and assert myself with people. Now, I am able to talk with just about anyone and I’ve increased my sales because of it. Thanks Renee!” [Missy, Realtor - Milwaukee, WI]

“Our Insurance Agency was struggling with the high turnover rate we were experiencing as a result of poor management. Ms. Kennedy-Edwards was able to confidently come into the business, find the source of the problem, and show us ways to retain our staff and obtain quality management. She was professional and friendly in her approach. We will certainly call on her again.” [Mr. Butler – Owner Quality Insurance Incorporated]

“I am a Chiropractor with several different practices. I know I’m not easy to work with and I know I’m guilty of micro-managing my employees. The problem was that I didn’t know how to change. Ms. Kennedy-Edwards was able to help me learn the skills necessary to allow my employees to work without feeling smothered. I feel I have better control of my own life because Renee has helped me learn that I don’t have to control every detail of every person.” [Dr. Adamson, Chiropractor – Chicago, IL]

“We run a busy restaurant here in town and we were having problems with our customer service. The quality was going down and I was too busy to try and do anything about it. Besides, it doesn’t seem as effective when the remarks come from me. Ms. Kennedy-Edwards was able to establish rapport with our staff while training them on quality service. She was received much better than I would have been because she is an outsider without any hidden agendas. Coaching is the best thing that could happen to businesses!” [Grace, Co-owner – Amelia’s Café]

“I was burned out in the sales business. Tired of working the long hours but afraid and overwhelmed in trying to figure out an alternative. Renee was great. She helped me see where my strengths and talents are and assisted me in finding the perfect career as a Marketing Director. Now, I have more time for myself and my husband and I feel more fulfilled in my career.” [Tracy, Marketing Director – Estero, FL]

“Thank you for guiding me to a new direction in my life. At age 62 I am at a “Crossroads” once again! Your assessment of my strengths and weaknesses has helped me lay a path, set goals and stay on track. Your close follow-up has helped me to avoid my customary procrastination. I appreciate your objective input and coaching and I am looking forward to reporting to you the exciting outcome this Fall.” [Caron, RN - White Pigeon, MI]

“Who, exactly, seeks out a coach?…Winners who want even more out of life.”
Chicago Tribune, 12/17/00

Testimonials – Sales Training

Testimonials – Sales Training

Bob,

The training of the sales force that you provided has been a great asset to me as a Sales Manager. Many of the salespeople that went through the two week training course ended up being our top people in sales and gross profit and it didn’t take long for them to get there. They also were easier for me to work with, as they were not lot droppers and knew the desk would help them sell the car. With your training it gave me the time to concentrate on managing sales and focus on closing deals without the fear of having unqualified people talking to our customers. I would not hesitate to recommend you and your training company to anyone wanting a professional staff that will make them more money.

Ron Ziemba
New Car Sales Manager

B.K.E.,

When I first started in the business I had no clue about selling cars. However, with your training program everything was easily laid out and explained. Then all I had to do is follow the simple steps that you taught and have a good attitude and before long I was on the road to success. I made over $85,000 in my first year and after that I was promoted into Sales Management, thanks to the training that I received from your program.

Carlos Perez
Used Car Sales Manager

Coaching 4 Success,

I have had the pleasure of knowing Bob Kennedy-Edwards for the last two years. He was in charge of my sales training course when I joined Naples Nissan. I had worked previously in sales so the training was sort of a review for me, but it was well worth it. B.K.E. was efficient and thorough in teaching me and the rest of the group the sales process and product. During the training program and the two years I worked under him in sales I can honestly say that he was always very organized, extremely competent and overall has an excellent rapport with people of all ages. He was always quick on his feet, with sensible reactions in all circumstances I’ve seen him in. I feel confident in saying he is capable of handling any situation with thoughtfulness and maturity. In summary I highly recommend B.K.E. and his training program to anyone that wants to succeed in sales.

Juan Fraga
Sales Consultant

B.K.E.

First I have to thank-you for your time and dedication in helping me become a successful sales person, especially because I knew nothing about the car business before I started your training program. It has been almost two years since I started in the business and I still practice step by step the “road to the sale” that you taught me and it starts with a big smile from me and ends with a satisfied smile from my customers when they take delivery of their new vehicle. The training took me from an inexperienced person to one of the most successful sales people in the dealership and in the process I have made more money than I thought possible. Thanks to your experience and shared knowledge I am happier than ever and enjoying my career doing what I do best…. Selling cars!

Miguel Prieto
Sales Consultant

Coaching 4 Success,

I have worked in a number of fields in my life but never in sales. I went through a training program by Bob Kennedy-Edwards at the dealership he was running and was very impressed with the thorough education I received about the sales process. I was hired for an assistant finance manager position and was told that I would first go through a two week sales training course to help me understand the business better. After I completed the training my life changed 360 and I was on the path to success. I am now the most profitable finance manager in our dealership and am living the life I always wanted. I would strongly recommend his sales training program to anyone looking for a career in sales. I am so thankful that I met him.

Favio Rodas
Finance Manager

Hi Bob,

I felt that you should know that I’m truly grateful for being able to have had you as my instructor in my sales training class at Naples Nissan! My first thought at the beginning of your classes was that I would simply learn your product and sell it, but I found out that it was a lot more than taking orders and sending customers on their way hoping they bought the car! The sales process from the meet and greet to the final delivery I found to be totally different than I assumed it was. But with your expertise in the road to the sale, it has been beneficial to me. The first month on the floor, after your two week course, I was New Car Salesman of Month, High gross, Most total profit, Most Cars sold! Also not to mention Employee of the Month!

If I had a choice of continuous sales training classes from Grant Cardone or training by Bob Kennedy-Edwards, I would choose BKE!!

You’re a true professional in the highest regards, you have the gift to make a dealership succeed by training the average salesperson to the next level in his or her career!

I’m looking forward to buying your cd’s in the future, because I know you have more information to share about selling..

Thanks again Bob,

Marty
Marty Ingesoulian
Sales Professional at Naples Nissan

Success Stories

Success Stories

In the following are extracts of interviews with clients who changed their lives with the support of Coaching 4 Success, Inc.

Interview with Tarra, formerly working in the insurance field, now restaurant owner

Q. How important was it to you in working with a Coach to accomplish your goals?

Q. Do you believe you could have reached the level you are now at by yourself?

A. No. not at all.

Q. Do you believe Coaching positively impacted your life?

A. Definitely.

Q. How so?

A. It helped clear away all layers of bad habits and negative thoughts, to make room for positive ways of handling my future in work and other aspects of my life, such as relationship and family.

Q. Did you see positive results carry over to other areas in your life as a result of working with a coach?

A. Definitely. I improved my communication skills. I am on a higher level of productivity. I can better focus on the tasks on hand. It also helped me improved my people skills.

Q. Did working with a Coach meet or exceed your expectations?

A. It exceeded your expectations.

Q. How so?

A. When I started it was not clear to me what a coach actually does. I had own ideas about that and I saw a coach more like a cheerleader. A coach is actually much more. Renee established the goals with me and then cheered me on in the right direction.

Q. List 3 positive qualities to describe working with Renee Kennedy-Edwards as your Coach.

A. Renee is a very good listener. She is able to see things from a client’s perspective but also from other perspectives and gives insight into situations. Renee is extremely professional.

Q. Is there anything you would change about the coaching process?

A. No, not really. Renee has many different ideas and ways how to handle situations and if one doesn’t seem to work for you she suggests other ways and methods. She has lots of good ideas.

Q. Would you recommend Coaching 4 Success, Inc. to your friends?

A. Yes. I have already recommended her.

Interview with Trish, Membership Director for a Non-for-Profit Organization

Q. How important was it to you in working with a Coach to accomplish your goals?

A. Very important, for my personal development and my goals, personal and professional growth. It has been totally different to what I have ever experienced.

Q. Do you believe you could have reached the level you are now at by yourself?

A. I think I could have, but it would taken me a lot longer, especially to stay focused.

Q. Do you believe Coaching positively impacted your life?
A. Absolutely.

Q. How so?

A. Just by how my colleagues look at me now, compared to how they used to. I feel better about myself, I am a lot more confident.

Q. Did you see positive results carry over to other areas in your life as a result of working with a coach?

A. Absolutely. My personal life. I use the skills I learned in my everyday life. It helps in my relationships with my partner, my children and my friends. Huge changes happened within myself.

Q. Did working with a Coach meet or exceed your expectations?

A. Definitely exceeded.

Q. How so?

A. Before, I was not sure what coaching was about. I thought it was a different word for counselling. Now I am a true believer that everyone should have a coach. It keeps you on track, Renee cares about who I am and where I am heading.

Q. List 3 positive qualities to describe working with Renee Kennedy-Edwards as your Coach.

A. Sincere, Genuine, Loyal.

Q. Is there anything you would change about the coaching process?

A. Not really. It has been my first time working with a coach and at this point I am very happy with what I’m learning.

Q. Would you recommend Coaching 4 Success, Inc. to your friends?

A. Yes. I have already recommended her.