Testimonials

Business Coaching Testimonials

Working with Urs, I accomplished things that otherwise would have been put on the back burner: it wasn't that I was working harder, but rather more efficiently. Instead of getting overwhelmed by day-to-day tasks, he guided me to take measured steps that helped me achieve my longer term goals. The beauty of working with Urs, is that I always felt empowered--that it was me driving the decision-making. A compassionate and attentive listener, Urs is able to get to the heart of the matter in a single question. He was always generous in sharing information about resources I wouldn't have known about, and educating me--without ever preaching--about helpful small business concepts. I am truly grateful.
Kristi Stoddard, Licensed Acupuncturist & Certified Chinese Herbalist
Seattle WA

Throughout the duration of our coaching relationship, Urs has effectively balanced the hard work of both empathic encouragement and disciplined coaching. He was able to strategically guide me through a very helpful and focused internal analysis of my business, identifying key strengths and market differentiation. In other words, with his help I now have a very strong foundation laid to begin the real work of getting and keeping clients. My work with Urs has been invaluable in creating that foundation. It is clear that Urs sincerely wants his clients to win, to accomplish the goals they've set out to accomplish. He has been demonstrably willing to go above and beyond where the 'average' coach may go in order to help reach those goals. I would not hesitate to recommend him.
Sean Dimond
Owner Untamed.Be: Web|Music|Video
Seattle, WA

Urs did an excellent job of guiding me through an important transition in my business, keeping me accountable and following up on action items. His feedback and advice was always frank, constructive and right on target. I highly recommend his services!
Tim Godfrey
Owner Fuse
Seattle, WA

I hired Urs because I sought both his expertise and an independent sounding board for my business start-up. Urs has outperformed my expectations. He has great business knowledge. The value he added to my business plan has been key to my early wins. Urs has followed through on all commitments made in our initial session. I have been extremely impressed with his coaching style. He has challenged me on the points I needed to address, such as becoming more structured, yet he has always been very supportive. I would recommend Urs to anyone who is building a business. I am looking forward to a long relationship with Redpoint Business Coaching.
Joel Wright, Real Estate Professional
Sydney, Australia

Urs has been very effective in helping me focus my professional objectives, identify specific targets, develop an organized structure and formulate a logical career strategy. Within a relatively short time, I was able to implement a pragmatic plan of action. Urs applied the right mix of structured discipline and positive encouragement to keep me on track and productive. Our sessions were targeted to my specific needs and had a clear purpose; never a standardized "one-size fits all" program. He is also keenly aware of how one's mental attitude and physical well-being are impacted by, and have an effect on, the search process. He suggested activities and provided the support that kept me going. Urs has a unique passion for this profession and a genuine interest in his clients. His eagerness to be an active participant provides strong encouragement and was most gratifying. He does not sit back and simply ask questions and give direction, rather, he enthusiastically "rolls up his sleeves" and gets down to work with you.
Bruce Bachenheimer, Vice President IQ Ventures
New York, NY,

I feel very fortunate to have Urs as my coach. He has been a source of energy, ideas, confidence and order whenever my supplies run low. He has tremendous insights into the workings of the business community, and he is adept at translating the language of business and commerce to someone who has always felt awkward and foreign in that environment. Urs has helped me to navigate the small business world in ways that I find comfortable and non-threatening; when I balk, he works with me until we find the source of my discomfort and ways to combat it. I don't know if it's natural ability or the Wonder Woman wristbands that help him to deflect chaos, but with his help and advice, my approach to my freelance career has become considerably more structured and productive. He is enthusiastic, empathetic and genuinely committed to my success. I would happily and without hesitation recommend Urs to anyone looking to make a smooth transition to a more fulfilling life.
Shannon Perry, Owner Expanded Skies Publishing
Seattle, WA

I came to Urs confused and looking for guidance, insight and input. I was transitioning out of running my own business in an industry I had worked for years and was looking for new challenges. Urs helped me to identify my strengths, interests and ambitions in a way I had never been able to do before. Through his creative and personal approach, I gained a better understanding of myself- what motivates and interests me- and was able to apply that learning to identifying new career directions. I would recommend Urs to anyone who is in career transition, or would like to be! He is an extremely passionate and skilled coach with an enormous amount of compassion.
Tina Basle, Marketing Executive
New York, NY

Urs helped me through a difficult period during which I was not satisfied with my employment circumstances and was unsure of the best path ahead. Urs assisted me in finding the right focus and strategy to change careers, which enabled me to secure employment that better suited my long term life goals. I was extremely impressed with the professionalism, empathy and insight he brought to our coaching sessions. He provided me with:

• structured ways to think about the best possible future career paths;
• emotional support when I needed it;
• impartial insights into how well my career planning was progressing; and
• encouragement and advice related to attaining my new goals.

I would recommend Urs's services to anyone seeking to gain better clarity about their career or life goals and to achieve their goals.
Stuart Edgar, Bank West
Perth, Australia

Urs immediately made me feel like we were a team--like he was on my side wanting me to succeed. I felt empowered and energized through meeting with him, working on defined goals, and systemizing my approach to challenges. Urs has a lot of great analytical, organizational, and planning tools that helped me along the way. Talking with Urs helped me focus. Many times I would talk for a while about a situation or challenge and he would reflect back to me and pinpoint the underlying essence of what I was saying or wrestling with. His questions drew out the wisdom I needed to move forward. Urs' approach could be both nurturing/supportive and firm/challenging, depending on what the situation called for, but I always felt he was there for me and believed in me.
Kristina Bennett, Owner Founder Navigating Transitions
California, USA

Urs has been a great source of strength and support during a particularly trying time in my life. He is a good listener and superb coach. I found his caring, sincere nature coupled with his focused, structured approach very effective. It is my pleasure to recommend him to anyone who is looking for a coach that makes a difference!
T.N., Management Consultant
Sydney, Australia

Urs has an accessible, empathetic and insightful approach. He also brings effective structure and development tools to coaching. As a result of our sessions, I am much clearer about my future life and career goals. I have also made a lot of progress along the steps required to achieve them. I would recommend his coaching services unreservedly.
Matt Leyshon, Management Consultant
Sydney, Australia

Executive Coaching Testimonials

Over the last two years, my company has utilized the services of Redpoint for executive training. I have been fortunate to have Urs Koenig as my personal executive coach during this period. Previous to my involvement with Urs, my staffing and area of responsibility had been significantly increased. My local office was looking to me to act as a leader in the region. I found myself challenged daily by my new role and the issues it created. Increasingly, these challenges were affecting my performance. When my employer asked if I would be interested in outside coaching, I was hesitant, but agreed to the idea. From the outset, Urs challenged my preconceptions of what successful management is about. Through a combination of reinforcing the fundamentals of leadership, becoming aware of how a leader is perceived and gaining an understanding of my own strengths and weaknesses, I matured into a more effective leader. This in turn led to better relationships with the teams and success for my entire department as we executed on our work. I would recommend Redpoint to anyone seeking assistance in developing their leadership and management skills. Both the company and the manager will mutually benefit from the experience.
Vince Sheridan, Director of Construction, Equity Office Properties
Seattle, WA

The element I most appreciate [about Urs] was the "get-after-it" approach and attitude. I envisioned an experience that would feel like an outdoor adventure, cool travel or a physical effort that satisfied in its accomplishment. I was not disappointed! My experience . . . was not one that felt repetitive or like I was trapped in a formula. It was fluid, sincere, energizing and felt like an adventure -- a positive journey worth taking.
David Tye, Vice President of Operations, Equity Office Properties
Seattle, WA

Speaking Testimonials

Urs has worked with me in supporting Business Plan Workshops at SCORE (Service Corp of Retired Executives) for the past four years.  He has presented Marketing and Operations sessions for our workshops at the SCORE Seattle office and a Business Plan overview at the annual Small Business Fair at the Renton Vocational Institute.  Urs is an articulate & knowledgeable speaker on the subject.  He speaks with an in-depth understanding of the subject in a manner that sparks and holds the attention of his audience.  He keeps them involved, by asking leading questions of them, forcing them to think things out before responding.  The forthcoming dialogue is a special part of his classes.  In responding to questions from his audience, his in-depth knowledge and broad scope of understanding show up brilliantly.  His sports analogies are extremely helpful in ‘connecting’ with the participants.  His audience ratings are among the very highest of any of our SCORE speakers.  Urs is unquestionably one of the best!
Jerry Zyskowski,
Former Chairman of the SCORE Seattle Chapter

As a speaker and a business coach, you couldn't ask for a better blend, Urs' financial skills, combined with his motivational skills makes for a powerful combo.
Julie Harrington, Director Client Services, Business Resource Services, Seattle

Comments from participants at business planning workshop:
‘Dr Koenig – Fantastic presentation, lots useful content and great energy!’
‘Lots and lots of fantastic info. Need to hear him again. He was great.’
‘Loved Urs, very attentive and personable’
‘Excellent style of presenting information’
‘Urs’s presentation style is very energetic. He is obviously very knowledgeable about the business world. His presentation was very well structured and organized.’

I saw an immediate, marked improvement in the quality of the interaction between my group members after they participated in Urs' coaching workshop. They are now more direct and honest with each other. The coaching skills he shared with them really increased the impact of the entire group experience from that point forward. 
Laurie Owen, Senior Vice President, Business Resource Services, Seattle, WA

Facilitation Testimonials

The goal setting workshop inspired me to start setting goals, both personally and professionally. I love his holistic approach! Urs is a great example of someone who walks the talk, his enthusiasm is contagious! As a facilitator, Urs has great balance;  both the technical skills and the people skills to manage a widely diverse group. As a facilitator I've seen Urs in some "touchy" situations, and he handled those moments with great finesse. 
Julie Harrington, Director Client Services, Business Resource Services, Seattle

Urs does a fantastic job at facilitating our group. He makes sure every group member is involved yet he does a great job at keeping the group on track.
JFS, member CEO-Performance Group

Urs is a true coach/facilitator. He sees the best in each member and holds them to it. He’s tough – he doesn’t accept excuses when a member commits to something and then doesn’t do it. He brings an enthusiasm, focus, and energy to his role as facilitator that is truly inspiring. If you want a group that achieves big, positive changes quickly, then you want Urs as your facilitator.
Laurie Owen, Senior Vice President, Business Resource Services, Seattle, WA

Financial Consulting Testimonial

Scott McCoubrey, Owner, Seattle Running Company

I had been asking my supervisor for more training in financial management for several years. Finally my new supervisor said go hire yourself a consultant, and I did--Urs Koenig. As a result of six sessions, I can now write a profit and loss statement, project revenues, do break-even analyses at the product and business level, and analyze the financial benefits of partner relationships. Urs Koenig was an excellent teacher/tutor/coach who focused on my questions and needs and provided the right amount of challenge and reinforcement.
Muriel Dance PhD,
Director Continuing Education, Antioch University, Seattle