I would like to recommend Ann Babiarz as a life coach. She was very instrumental in moving me out of my plateau and assist me in advancing to the next level of my career and mindset. Ann would help me see the situation as it was, rather than the way I wanted to see it to be, so She would also send me resources relevant to the topic of discussion and/or issue. I love her easy going manner, soft-spoken, yet firm manner, and her “right-on” analysis of my issues.
Thank you for connecting us”.
Y.M.-California
To say that Ann is AWESOME would be an understatement! Throughout the entire coaching experience she welcomed me, challenged me in healthy and productive ways and she demonstrated a belief in me that served as a much needed wind in my sail of life! I count it both a privilege and an honor to have had the pleasure of being coached by Ann. I am a better me because she invested her wisdom, time and energy to pour into a broken vessel. Ann from the bottom of my heart…thank you for giving me hope again! You are truly valued and appreciated. Keep making a difference…you truly are PRICELESS!”
L. Pitts, Bridgeton, NJ
I’m glad I made the decision to work with Ann Babiarz. I had been a parental caregiver for over 7 years and was in the throes of beginning a new career when my caregiving responsibilities grew exponentially. After eight more intense yet rewarding months, my parent passed. Who am I now? Our sessions and the homework Ann assigned and interpreted helped reinforce and bring to the forefront things that I already knew about myself but had tucked deep in the background. She helped me move toward my goals using strengths that were already in place and her background in financial services ideally positioned her to coach and refocus me toward success in my own career! BOOYAA!!!”
L.J.M. Palatine, IL
I just wanted to thank you for all of your support and ability to break me out of my own shell and misconceptions. I have landed a job with __________________(actually – all the firms wanted me really bad and I had my pick – you were right all along). This has been a breakthrough for me personally – I have been wanting the make this jump and I haven’t had the moxy to pull it together to make the move. Well – I am here and I am in and you are the one I would like to thank!!!
Thank you for helping me to get out of my own way and get me to action. My dreams were right there to be captured and you made it happen for me.”
Valter B. Hartford, CT
Thank you for all the assistance and focus you have assisted me with over the past 15 months or so. Having coached, trained and consulted myself for much of the past 20 years, and NOT being a fan of most in the field, I am truly blessed to have met and been able to work with you. Thank you Ann!”
Kirk N. Naples, FL
You came along at just the right time and just the right way. I’m much farther along now than I would have been on my own. The insights you gave me on myself and the things I encountered in my life made barriers fall. Things inside me that were passive and restricted are free to spread out around me and interact with other people. You created a safe place and showed compassion and acceptance and wisdom. The things you brought to light will stay with me and serve me well. Thank you for everything.”
Rebecca R. San Francisco, CA
I have been in the field of nursing and counseling for 27 years now and was unsure of how Ann would be able to help me. Well, I was surprised! I completed the Energy Leadership Assessment and was able to clearly see how she was able to help me after meeting with her and going through the debrief. Completing this was the best thing for me and for my clients! If you don’t think you need or are beyond coaching, you could be wrong, I sure was!”
D.M. Richards, RN, MBA Burlington, WI
Thank you so much for taking the time to meet with the DuPage Writer’s Group at “The Art of Writing Your Life” workshop. My group had an amazing time and really enjoyed your exercises and enthusiasm. Your genuine nature and zest for helping others is truly inspiring.”
B. Orchard Dupage County, IL
You have an awesome show and really enjoy listening to you every week. Thank you!”
A. Costanza St. Charles, IL
And more raves . . .
Amanda S. of Illinois:
Mr. Babiarz was my Probate professor in the paralegal program at Harper College. I always felt that Mr. Babiarz genuinely enjoyed teaching our class and the practice of law. He would give us “real life” situations and from them I was always better able to grasp probate issues. His comprehensive questions were creatively entertaining and still help me to remember things today. I credit my career largely to Mr. Babiarz and am gainfully employed at a firm that practices the very things he taught me. He also tutored me on how to conduct myself in a courthouse. He coached me to learn the names of the people I will work with in the courthouse, and to write them a note if they did something that stood out. That advice alone has helped me tremendously. He was invested in his students and he continually motivated me. I would be delighted to discuss Mr. Babiarz and his teaching skills. Please feel free to call or email me anytime.”
A. Weber of Illinois:
Thanks Michael, for all your valuable information on so many things people worry about and wonder how to go about setting them up. It opens the door to at least, have an idea on how to get started on what one needs to do. Thank you so much!”
Mark C. of Pennsylvania:
Michael, I wanted to drop you a note to say Thanks and Congratulations. As a retired VP and Financial Advisor with Merrill, I want to say that you proceeded in an orderly fashion with a review of what we covered in your last session and where we were going in future sessions. The value is a reminder that the only constant is change. Your advice could save money, time and heart ache. Your style is a nice combination of expertise and conversation. I got the impression you were speaking to a friend. You are welcome to use any or all of this note. Additionally, people can reach out to me if they want to ask any questions. Think What If… Think Win-Win!”
Kathryn B., RN, MSN, CHPN, of Florida:
Hi Michael, Thank you again for your time in answering my questions. I am so grateful for our conversation. I had wanted to go over one of the sessions from the Protect Your Assets class. The course was so informative and helpful. Great teaching! Very clear, with excellent questions and assignments. I am so glad I took the course when I did, and so glad you called me! With gratitude . . .”
Glen E. of Hawaii:
Ann: You are an amazing coach. Your calm manner helps me to dig deep into tough subjects yet your sense of humor always manages to keep things from becoming too heavy. The insights I gained from working with you have helped me more than I can say in my personal life as well as with my many business ventures. In fact, the idea from my latest business venture came as a result of one of our many sessions together. If anyone is looking for a life or business coach or a consultant, I would not hesitate to recommend you and your firm. And if anyone wishes to speak to me about your services, please feel free to give them my contact information. I would be delighted to do so.
And Michael: I thoroughly enjoyed the class, Protect Yourself and Your Assets. I like the manner in which you presented the material, the summarizing of key points and looking ahead to future sessions, and the bits of humor that made the subjects more interesting. This class packed so much valuable information into the sessions. It was an amazing value, perhaps the equivalent of a full college course. I was able to take what I learned from your expertise and apply it to my personal life, as well as to my business. I would recommend anyone take this class.”
Bill F. of New York:
Ann, Thanks for your help. You are great teacher. You got me painting again and that is the most important thing to me. I hope you have a great summer. Best Wishes.”
Eric J. of New York:
When I met Ann, I was about as far down as I could be on both a personal and professional level. I needed a coach to help me try to build something new.
Less than two years later, I have achieved more success than I could possibly have imagined. Ann is a major reason for that success. She found me as I was and challenged me to think bigger, work harder and build a career that I would have thought was impossible. Her prodding and sharp questioning helped me exceed my goals and objectives. Her personal warmth made me look forward to our sessions each week. Her belief in my ability to succeed throughout our coach client journey helped me to become a professional coach and consultant. Ann has not only become a great friend and mentor, she is a colleague.
Anyone who is willing to do the hard work and commit to being coached by a true professional will succeed under Ann’s guidance. I am living proof. You can be too!”
Cole A. of Minnesota:
Ann helped me stay on track with my goals and held me accountable; this was my first time getting a coach and I was very unsure about it at first but I’m glad I made the decision to do it with Ann! You’re going to have to do the work and take the action necessary to accomplish your goals but she will give you more clarity and give you very helpful suggestions and encouragement!”
L. Rogers of Michigin
I decided to reach out to Nightingale-Conant for a personal coach because of feeling rudderless having moved to a new state with a new job just when the pandemic hit. I explained my situation to a representative at the company and she said there was no question in her mind that Ann was the person for me so I scheduled my appointments.
Ann is remarkable in her ability to delve into different life issues–job, relationships, productivity, personal goals. She is so easy to talk with that at times I felt I was talking with a friend and enjoying the chitchat, when Ann would suddenly offer an analysis of the issue being discussed, or provide an anecdote that helped me understand the issue. In other words, she listens deeply and is very perceptive, helping one make progress without it feeling like a coaching session.
I would recommend Ann to anyone who is looking for direction or focus or a new way of seeing things in order to progress in their life.
Erica W. of Canada
Before working with Ann I was unclear about the direction I was taking in my business. Things were OK, but I wanted a life I loved and wanted to live on purpose. Through our consistent conversations Ann supported my shift from ho-hum to amazing! I’m now clear about my direction and excited about the future!!