The Serving Way

Chris has coached me through a challenging season serving as the executive director of a high-profile nonprofit organization. He is a clear and incisive thinker with a robust coaching toolkit at the ready. Professionally attuned to the complex challenges that corporate and organizational leaders face, Chris has helped me hone untapped skills to drive necessary culture change and tackle thorny situations with my board. In addition to being an able synthesizer of ideas and keen observer, he is warm, direct, kind, and thorough. He is a fantastic partner and strategist in every way. More...

I worked with Chris as part of his certification program. Chris worked well in coaching me on various management skills. I enjoyed working with Chris.

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I give Sarita a 5 Star rating as my client based on her detailed evaluation of the accomplishments she made during our 10-session engagement. The purpose of coaching is for the client to move from where they are now, with its barriers, frustration, and pain, to where they want to be, with new capacities, the power to grow, and the promise for the future they desire. And that's exactly what Sarita did. 5 Stars! I see my role as a coach is to be like a midwife. The new leader that the client wants to become is *their baby*, their next-great-self. That's how I help *evoke excellence* within clients. *They* transform their skillful action from the inside-out. I cheer them on by helping them notice the real progress they are making and encouraging them to keep that momentum going with the next push or the pause to just breathe. So, based on how I coach and what I experienced working alongside Sarita, ... again, 5 Stars! Thanks, Sarita, for a great experience!

Excellent interaction with Chris and The Serving Way. He is a great coach and was particularly skilled at meeting me where I am and giving me resources and suggestions for growth. I would highly recommend him.

Too often in my past experiences, professional development has been superficial and disconnected from what is relevant in my life. Likewise, I have had limited opportunity to work with someone who takes the time to help me explore my motivations and skills. Chris is that rare person who guides, provokes and inquires in an effort to help individuals move forward to that desired place of reflection and growth. His ability to truly listen to clients and elicit their fears, goals and potential is masterful. During my coaching sessions with Chris, I found him to serve as both a mirror and window for me. His insightful questions caused me to look at myself in ways that I hadn’t in the past while also offering me a view beyond the immediate to seek future challenges and opportunities. His adept facilitation skills and knowledge combined with his servant’s heart provide his clients with all the resources they need for self-discovery and affirmation. I am a better leader because of our work together. More...

I’ve had the opportunity to interact with Chris Thyberg in a number of ways over the past 5 years, and his centered presence, deep and insightful reflections, and quiet strength have been a gift to me each time. He guided me through the Strengths Finder process with a spirit of genuine curiosity and care, and deep listening and his wise questions carefully teased out the rich nuances and discoveries that lay beneath the surface. I highly recommend Chris' coaching for any leaders who want to grow in insight and maturity. More...