Kind Words from Clients

“I cannot say enough about my coaching experience with Karen and Insight & Action, LLC. In a short period of time, my eyes were opened to some very valuable, and completely surprising, connections between the issues I was experiencing in my life & career and the innate tools I had at my disposal to resolve those issues. Not only did I learn to cope with various stressors, Karen allowed me to understand how my core beliefs and values sometimes added to those stressors and also how I could use my personal strengths and values to diminish those stressors.

Karen is a true professional who also has the requisite empathy needed to provide successful life coaching. I was continually impressed with the expertise, experience and natural ability Karen has to pinpoint the origin of any personal or work related problems and to allow me to recognize the tools I had at my disposal to work through those problems. She also has a wonderful way in which she guides her coaching to allow individuals to recognize and learn fundamental principles on their own. Not only is Karen’s coaching immensely productive and helpful, it is sincere in its efforts and that sincerity is hard to find.

Working with Karen was truly an invaluable growing and learning experience, and I am so grateful for the opportunities Karen and her coaching have revealed to me. I wish I had had her services available to me earlier in life, and I highly recommend Karen’s services to all those who wish to take control of their life and their future.”

“I have never met someone who provided as much insight as you have! Sometimes it is almost unbelievable. You have helped me discover so much about myself and who I am and what I want for and in my life. Your assessments and perspective are unlike anything I’ve ever experienced! ”

“I first met Karen when I saw her speak at a seminar on alternative careers for attorneys. Her proactive, common sense approach intrigued me. I did not know the first thing about coaching, but I was willing to learn. Karen gently persuaded this seasoned lawyer to focus and apply what I discovered about myself in each of our sessions. I am in the midst of a transition. Karen got me to embrace the uncertainty and see the many opportunities available to me. Before I knew it, I was taking charge of my life and engaging in life affirming activities that I never would have considered before I knew Karen. Karen helped me realize that I am a “people” person who thrives on connection and interaction. I changed my outlook on life. I believe that Karen may have even changed my life. She is a positive person with quiet strength and confidence. We have the most wonderful and productive discussions. I learn something every time I speak with her. With her guidance, I am finally able to be myself in all aspects of my life. I cannot describe the inner sense of peace and power that working with Karen has given me. I give Karen my strongest recommendation. She is a true professional.”

“I found Karen during a time when I was considering a mid-level career change and primarily wanted to find a third party perspective, but gained so much more than expected in our work together. With Karen’s guidance in thinking through both personal and career goals, identification of strengths, thoughtful coaching, and accountability, I have been able to stay focused, build confidence, and finally see tangible progress. Karen helped me gain insight into the things that are the most important to me in my career and life priorities and feel comfortable with my own decision-making. I see Karen as a trusted mentor and coach and would absolutely recommend her coaching to anyone who feels “stuck” or wants to improve any aspect of career or personal life.”

“When I placed my first call to Karen Shapiro, I admit to some skepticism. How could she help me? Did I really need help? Can a “coach” truly help another individual to make smart, resonant, efficacious decisions and life plans? Why couldn’t I just work things out on my own?

From our first conversation, I sensed that call to Karen would be precisely the guidance I needed. She helped me gain perspective, face any issues head-on, and gently encouraged me to pursue my work and passion. Karen is positive, supportive, and most of all, insightful. She has a radar-like ability to get right to the crux of the matter, yet a style that is warm, gracious, and professional.”

“Karen Shapiro combines compassion, wisdom, and keen insight to help her clients view and handle the challenges that arise in career and life with clarity and optimism. Her strategies for time management and goal setting are effective and practical. More important, she encourages imagination and a sense of play so that each coaching session contains that surprising “aha!” moment which is the mark of a truly insightful listener and guide.

Above all, Karen imbues her coaching with a deep sense of integrity, positivity and character. I am honored to have Karen’s wise counsel in this meaningful journey of uncovering and honing my life’s joy and work.”

“I had been steadily working in an industry for 11 years when I realized this is not what I want to do. I realized I had lost my passion and was not doing something that I really loved. But after those realizations I had no idea what to do. I of course have heard terms like “find your purpose,” “live your best life,’ and other similar affirmations that are now part of our popular culture. But there’s no snappy slogans or catchphrases that tell you actually how to do that. I consulted therapists, read self-help books, made vision boards but nothing seemed to help me crystallize a new direction.

Meeting Karen Shapiro and being able to benefit from her coaching services has made a huge difference in my life. Karen is immensely understanding, kind and patient. But even more important she’s extremely practical and has a proven method that not only helps a mid-career changer like me with finding my passion, but outline steps on how to achieve it.

I think what distinguishes Karen from others in her field is that she is such an amazing listener. Through our talks she was able to pick up on recurring themes and interests in my life that I never even thought of. She helped me realize skills and gifts I never even recognized as such. Karen actually created a new narrative for me of what my true gifts and skills were. Using this new knowledge as a launching board she helped me narrow in on a new path, a path that feels so right. I’ve never felt as confident and determined as I do now, and it’s all thanks to Karen.

I highly recommend Karen Shapiro if you want an extremely personalized and intuitive approach to creating the life you want.”

“Karen has been an invaluable ally in both my search for rewarding employment and the pursuit of my writing. She has provided me with positive reinforcement, challenging “action items” and most importantly the support and encouragement I needed to follow through on my goals and ambitions. By working with Karen, I have gained the courage and confidence to “put myself out there,” to not be afraid of setbacks, and to expect positive results. I am grateful for Karen’s help, and intend to keep in touch with her as I continue on this journey to reach my full potential not only in my career, but in all of my life’s passions.”