“At this point in my career just getting the work done is no longer enough.
“At this point in my career just getting the work done is no longer enough. It's imperative to be able to think more strategic in order to work smarter not harder. Late in 2018, I began working with my own leadership coach - Charlene Ora - working with her enabled me to become more aware of my leadership style and my tendencies that were possibly holding me back. With Charlene's coaching I've taken some big risks - like quitting my job - and have reaped big rewards - like finding a role that best utilized my strengths and experiences. I am grateful for my coach's ability to help me see and act on my potential. Pushing me to level up in a variety of ways all the while leveraging the many strengths I already have.” ~ C.P.
"Charlene is a grounded, wholehearted leader who immediately forms trusting relationships with the people she coaches.
I am grateful for the opportunity to have worked with Charlene [as a mentor and coach] over the past year and a half. Because I feel like she brings her authentic-self to every session/interaction together, I am better able to look deeper within myself to uncover a sense of my own passions and drivers. I love that Charlene provides suggestions and strategies (never judgement) to help me grow; she also serves as a constant reminder to be kind and patient with myself through this journey." ~ S.H.
"Charlene continuously radiates optimism through her compassion towards others.
I was fortunate enough to have been introduced to Charlene as a Life Coach over a year ago. Since this time she has grown as my mentor, my role model, and most importantly my friend. The ability she has to turn situations into opportunities always amazes me. As well as her instincts to know whether you need a hug, a listening ear, or sometimes a dose of reality. For these reasons and many more, Charlene has become every bit my definition of 'positivity' and someone I am grateful to have guiding me through the chaotic journey of life." ~ C.B.
Charlene’s combination of empathetic listening, practical advice, and genuine care helped to get me through some difficult career transitions and struggles.
We mostly did our sessions walking along the Embarcadero and talking through how I was feeling and what was in my control and what wasn’t. I always felt like we made progress, even if we couldn’t achieve the instant gratification of a perfect solution. I’m grateful to have worked with Charlene and happy with how she coached me. “Joy creates Joy!”
“Charlene, I just wanted to say thank you for sharing so much of yourself today— in a such a vulnerable way.
Not just about your DISC profile but about your journey with it. These tests make me feel uneasy (which was probably apparent) because I feel so ambivalent towards being typed - and because I feel so exposed and vulnerable in the group. This isn’t something people expect from me, so I often feel quite alone. Thank you for making it easy for me to stay present and bringing levity and light to the subject :) “ ~ V.B.