“Michele Saunders was my ELI coach, and she really took the time to make sure I got the full understanding and value of what ELI has to offer. With her, I was able to experience how I show up in each level and what that energy and attitude feels like personally. I now have a new, valuable tool to aid me in my personal and professional growth.”
— Energy Leadership Index ClientSuccess Stories
“Working with Michele has been a truly transformative experience. I reached out to her during a difficult breakup, and she helped me move through it with clarity, strength, and self-respect. What I value most about her is her honesty - she doesn’t sugarcoat things or tell you what you want to hear. Instead, she shares real, thoughtful truths that help you grow, always delivered with warmth, compassion, and genuine care.
Her approach strikes the perfect balance between directness and empathy. She helped me see my situation - and myself - in a healthier, more empowering light, while reminding me of the importance of showing up for myself with confidence and grace. Each conversation left me feeling grounded, proud, and more in control of my own story.
If you’re looking for an executive coach for personal and professional development who combines authenticity with compassion and helps you emerge stronger from life’s challenges, Michele is exceptional.”
— Vincent, Professional in Life Transition“A little over a year ago I was struggling to pivot on my career path and was at a crossroads. Michele and I were connected and in three months I was well on my way towards a new chapter! Michele listens to what is being said and what isn’t, asks meaningful and unique questions which allowed me to have insights quickly. All this combined with her deep compassion were a winning combination for my growth and mindset. Michele was my cheerleader and mirror-holder during a time I needed it most.”
— Mid-Career Professional in Transition“I realized how much energy I’d spent avoiding discomfort - when in reality, stepping outside my comfort zone was exactly what I needed. The anticipation was always worse than the action itself. Once I actually leaned in, I discovered strength and clarity I didn’t know I had. That shift alone started positive momentum.
Being in a space with other women who were willing to be real and vulnerable cracked something open in me. When you hear someone else voice the exact insecurity you've been hiding, it’s like holding up a mirror - and suddenly, it doesn’t feel so heavy. There’s comfort in the shared messiness and motivation in witnessing each other’s growth. It made me realize we’re all works in progress.
Do it - even if (especially if) it makes you nervous. You’ll walk away with more than you expected: a shift in mindset, more self-awareness, and a reminder that there’s always room for positive change. It’s not about having everything figured out - it’s about being brave enough to start. And honestly, you’ll feel better for having tried than if you stayed stuck where you are.”
— Maria, “Reignite” Member “I highly recommend Michele for any reason, and in particular during those tough life transitions we all face at some time or another.”
— Mid-Career Professional in Transition“Michele is a great coach who has given me uncompromising encouragement while keeping me focused on my heartfelt goals. It is easy for me to be practical, efficient, and avoid taking risks. Having her there to remind me about what makes my heart sing keeps me committed and courageous in the face of uncertainty. With her support, I have maintained the strength every entrepreneur needs to keep stepping along her path of genius.”
— Mid-Career Professional“I feel that you have helped me find so much clarity regarding my future and what I want my future to look like. I have found ways to use my anxiety to my advantage instead of running away from it and as a result I feel that I can trust myself to get the things I want and trust that everything will work out as it should. I am now able to focus on what I can control and let everything else go which is something I've never been able to do before.”
— Job Seeker“What I have found beneficial from taking the ELI assessment and debrief is I now have a measurable scale of how I am showing up in different situations in my life, I have awareness around what it looks like when I’m in those frames of mind, and (with mindfulness and practice) I can shift my mindset and attitude into a different mindset, attitude and/or energy compared to how I would “normally” show up by default.”
— Energy Leadership Index Client“Michele is a great coach who has given me uncompromising encouragement while keeping me focused on my heartfelt goals. It is easy for me to be practical, efficient, and avoid taking risks. Having her there to remind me about what makes my heart sing keeps me committed and courageous in the face of uncertainty. With her support, I have maintained the strength every entrepreneur needs to keep stepping along her path of genius.”
— Mid-Career Professional“I’ve been reflecting on our fantastic ELI session a lot recently. Understanding how my energy fluctuates regularly throughout each day and what may cause those fluctuations was really useful. What really stood out for me was the insight you helped me to achieve around the tension I’m holding as I transition from working as a lawyer to working full time as a coach - and how that impacts me energetically.”
— Energy Leadership Index Client“My transformation was one of clarity and being able to break through the noise of indecision. And focusing on what I want and need, regardless of how it’s different from what others may expect from me. Being in a group was a great way to not only learn about my own coaching opportunities but also get perspective from others’ situations. It’s an encouraging, enlightening, honest, and safe experience. I highly recommend Michele’s services. She is an expert in her field and a great person. You will not regret it.”
—Deidre, “Reignite” Member