"In my opinion, this PROGRAM and it’s CONTENT are perfect!!!!
I highly recommend this incredible program for both corporations and individuals! It is enormously rewarding and advantageous to both career and personal growth. I have seen amazing results. This program has accelerated my goals! This course can be a vital part of changing our corporate culture and my goal is to see our entire staff go though the course."
~ Rosemarie Burke (BOEING Navigator / Software Quality Engineer)
"If you never do anything else in your life, you must take this course...
It was the most powerful and rewarding thing I have ever done."
~ Michael Lamonica, (Manager, MOTOROLA
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"Through my nineteen years of business management, I have not seen a more effective and efficient personal empowerment program. Having a roomful of empowered people focused on a common goal is exhilarating! Imagine a department, division or company filled with Empowered Leaders ready to meet any challenge…Suddenly, nothing is impossible."
~ Dave Bahr, (Controller, YMCA - Masters of Counseling)
"We've tried them all!”
"This course is radically different from anything we've ever seen…And, it has had a far greater impact on our employees and our profits!" ~ Mike Smith, (Owner, California Pools)
"It's like getting a Ph.D. in Leadership!
As a corporate trainer and dedicated ‘explorer’ I have traveled around the world several times…And yet, the most incredible journey I’ve ever taken, was ‘The Course of Action ". I've taken and taught leadership courses for years, and nothing I've ever seen can compare with this program. The Course of Action eliminates the need to ‘lead’ others, by transforming them into responsible, self-motivated, Empowered Leaders, as well! It moved me to new dimensions in my work, my relationships…my LIFE! This program will alter your entire world and your destiny, permanently!
The Course of Action has given me the life I thought I could never have."
~ Rebecca Walters, (Corporate Trainer-Border's Books)
"The Course of Action' is unparalleled and second to none in its ability to empower individuals to live the life they love, but never dreamed possible. This program ignites the Human Spirit, liberates the soul and awakens you to your most lofty human potential."
~ Clyde Bawden, (Human Empowerment Coach)
"I liked the delivery because you could tell that the people involved in this program are not in it as a business; they are in it as a passion! They are in it because they love to help others. I strongly recommend this course to any organization, on any level. Because we all get rusty and complacent which causes us to go off track, a course like this helps us realign, reunite and get the rust off!"
~ Joseph Tidwell (Engineering & Tech Education Coordinator/Boeing)
"I have been a motivational speaker for 11 years, and during the past twenty years, I've attended hundreds of seminars by other 'experts' in the personal development field as well. I've read countless books and listened to literally thousands of tapes on the same subject. After deciding that the material available wasn't providing me (or my students) with long-term results, I took the Course of Action. Unlike other programs, I believe this one will permanently impact every life it touches…Almost beyond measure. I passionately recommend this program!"
~ Christopher Meyer, (Owner/Operator, Chris Meyer Design)
"I learned through the Course of Action that all I desire and want can be mine.
I now have a greater appreciation of others and a clear understanding of what is great about my own life."
~ Lyn Marquis, (Marketing Director University of Phoenix)
"I am grateful for the opportunity to learn from The Course of Action! I have thoroughly enjoyed my class experience and know it has helped me tremendously in dealing with the unexpected death of my husband and in raising six incredible children. It has been refreshing to be reminded of time-honored principles. Your program is fantastic…a life changing experience for all who get involved!"
~ Debbie Forrest (National Winner ‘Parent of the Year’ award)
"I love the principles taught in this program. The 10 Commitments is a great formula to being my greatest possibility. I think the workbook is great and I looked forward to and very much enjoyed each session. I enjoyed the themes for each week, especially "That’s Great!" and "Making Requests." You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take and making BOLD requests, to me, is taking shots. The tougher the shot, the greater the reward. Also, I learned that life is about challenges. I really enjoyed participating in "The Course of Action" and loved leading it even more!"
~ Shai Tziony (Jet Fighter Pilot, US Air Force)
"I believe this course truly offers the most profound and rewarding experience/training available. Participants immediately receive a proven process to overcome all obstacles in their career/personal life and instantly turn them into opportunities. It has positively changed my life, along with everyone I know who has ever taken this course. Stretching, reaching and courageously adventuring beyond my self- imposed limitations has made my existence much more meaningful, rewarding and fulfilling. I have recreated myself and experienced a revelation during these sessions. I encourage everyone to be your best every moment of every day and discover the miracles you create as a result. I cannot thank the Center for Empowerment enough for the impact this course has made on my life."
~ Thomas Rudeen, (Business Financial & Planning Analyst at Boeing)
"I chose to take The Course of Action to better my life and the lives of those around me. I received the absolute best leadership I could ever ask for…the best support group... the greatest possibility of my career. And can now contribute to my clients far beyond anything before. Thank you!"
~ Brandon Hall (Personal Trainer)
"This program redefines leadership! I never knew what true leadership was until I took this course. And now, it not only helps me in my employee and client relations, but it is also invaluable in my personal relationships, including those I have with my six sons!"
~ Jeanene McDowell, Owner/Partner, Secrets of the Heart
"I have gotten more from The Course of Action than from my 44 books and many seminars combined. I live this way because the material did stick and is believed. Impossible goals can be reached and I am going for them. I have learned to conquer fear, that contribution is a must to be happy, that I must have a clear vivid vision first and surround myself with support people. I believe I can do anything. I am Enjoying and living in the moment! And I have lost over 40 pounds that I will NEVER regain!"
~ Charles Foster (BOEING)
"I acquired insight into myself and my ‘genius’. I was given the opportunity to dream and set goals beyond my wildest imagination! I have new tools to use that will help me be my best and live my best. Most of all, I gained confidence in myself and I am now unstoppable!"
~ Buzz Keegan, (Boeing)
I wanted to let you know that last night was my big debut. I did a five minute long stand up comedy routine at a sports bar in Chicago, and it was great!!!! I am proud to say I became the observing self and left the judgmental self behind. This is very exciting because I have shed my fear of public speaking (and for me this is VERY, VERY huge) and I was even funny to boot. Thank you for helping me to change my life in so many ways!
~ Michelle Shackle (Accountant, Indeck Power Equipment Company)
"I was already giving life my best. My long and short-term goals were already in place and I was heading toward them; yet, I was procrastinating. This course has helped me move forward with more vigor! I advanced my goal to loose weight and I lost 20 pounds in the first eight weeks of this course! I especially recommend this course for anyone who would like to learn how to become more vibrant and enjoy life!"
~ Richard McKeever, (Boeing)
"Thanks again for the insights. This week has been a GREAT week. I have been quite up and excited about the newfound freedoms I am creating in my mind. I think everyone at the salon thinks I am on some type of happy pills. In fact the girl that sits next to me that has worked with me for 7 years asked what I was on. I just smiled and said that I was just simply happy. They all recognize that my lingo is changing and that is GREAT. THANKS!"
~ Mack Fenn (Owner, Tantrum Salons)
"This program has helped me and my family more than any other of its kind, in the area of parenting and relationships. Our family life has really blossomed into all I ever imagined. We still have problems, but we each tackle those problems like empowered people rather than victims."
~ Lisa (Give) Ketring, (Security officer/Boeing)
"Because of The Course of Action, we put very powerful forces in motion by choosing ‘impossible’ personal and professional challenges. 'We' collectively have more power. The program's support system makes me more prone to accountability and sustained action than ‘motivational’ courses. Example: I wanted to close 20 sales, as I had not been performing in a manner consistent with my past achievements in sales and management. This commitment was the final thing in my mind as I prepared and went to sleep, the actual visualization and possession took place in REM sleep as well. The following day I went out on a lead that was previously labeled as 'worthless' and signed up over 400 accounts! At the time I made the commitment, 20 seemed impossible! This course was also essential to my well being and in my relationship with my wife. The ‘Ten Commitments’ alone are almost magical, but in terms of pragmatism they simply unleash that intangible stuff that can only be described as God-Like…moving mountains etc. It’s like you were there telling me…I can reach the impossible goal! Thanks for unleashing my power."
~ Frank Muhammad (Pilot Technologies)
"The Course of Action has made me look at myself through a totally different set of eyes. It has truly shown me how to take control of my destiny. Now that I have the proper tools, I now know that 'everything is possible, it's just a matter of how and when."
~ Gwendolyn F. Davis, (Boeing)
"I’m rollerblading for 1-hour everyday at work now and have sparked off the interest of another individual. It’s a good sign of accomplishment when others see you enjoying life and want to be a part of it. I’m amazed how people want to do these things but just need someone to inspire them. Your program has certainly done that for me. Now I do the things I’ve always wanted to because I’ve learned how to challenge myself. I love being a good influence on people. This is the true fountain of youth. People don’t realize your age when you're feeling this good. There are many wonderful things happening in my life due to the Principles I learned in your program."
~ David Duggan, (Owner, Peacemaker Audio)
"The Course of Action is a powerful 12-Week course. It ingrains simple techniques on how to be happy, fulfilled and in control of your life. The ‘Course of Action' definitely exceeded my expectations!"
~ John Petrilli, (Bus. & Planning Analyst/Boeing)
"The Course of Action has made me look at myself through a totally different set of eyes. It has truly shown me how to take control of my destiny. Now that I have the proper tools, I know that 'everything is possible, it's just a matter of how and when."
~ Gwendolyn F. Davis, (Boeing)
"Through this course, I learned that I have the power and ability to choose the kind of life I want to live. I have learned that I have areas of genius that I have been using naturally, but now I’m more aware of them and can accomplish more than I ever believed I could. I have everything I need to live a wonderful life right now!"
~ Norma Ward, (Boeing)
"When I began the Course of Action, I had an overwhelming feeling of sadness, deflation and cynicism. I was 'burned out' on life and I was a victim. I immediately felt the positive energy flowing through the room as I entered the first day of the course. This energy instantly lifted me and gave me a feeling of hope that grew over the next nine weeks of the course. My life changed that day and it has never been the same since. I feel that as I incorporate each of the ten commitments, there are no boundaries as to where I can go in my life. I am grateful for the life changing impact of your course!"
~ Sharon Loncar, (Quality Specialist/Boeing)
"This program has opened me up to all kinds of possibilities that I would have never even considered in the past. It has given me a sense of a better self in dealing with work, family, personal, and friends in my life. I highly recommend this program for everyone!"
~Nan Molina, (Boeing)
"I have power to control my life and destiny. I have gained a greater appreciation for the things that I can do…a greater confidence in myself to be a stronger person. I am less of a victim now, and in better control of my life! Nothing is impossible!
~Melanie Byers, (Boeing)
"Coming into the class, I was familiar with the ‘7 Habits of Highly Effective People.’ This class gave me an even deeper understanding of what makes us happy…the essentials…the empowerment principles. These principles have given me a structured way of thinking through what it takes to be happy. It also helped me understand how other people tick. This class is worth the time and energy investment! It has helped me understand how to be a happier person. It has particularly helped me in dealing with the daily challenges that life presents."
~ Michael Soete, (Boeing)
"A strong message! You will get from it what you put into it."
John Schibler, (Mfg. Process and Producibility, Boeing)
"I gained a better understanding of how I could achieve my goals, receive and provide support to others, and make conscious choices that will make my life better."
~ Mike Schachte, (Boeing)
"As a result of this program, I was inspired to make a bold request. I asked my manager for part-time. I recently transferred to Boeing Mesa from St. Louis and was afraid to discuss my true career goals; however, since I was ‘passionately committed’ to balancing my career and personal life, I decided it was time to live my life the way I envision my future."
~ Jeannie Hampton, (Boeing)
"I have a better attitude about accepting tasks in addition to my already huge workload. I’ve stopped the internal whining and now look at the extra tasks as challenges. I now know that challenges are fun!"
~ Tequila Sepulveda, (Boeing)
"I have so enjoyed taking this course. It has shown me that I can take on challenges and opportunities that I didn't think were possible for me at this time. I learned that I have so much more to offer the world and that I truly can make a difference. Taking this course with my husband has provided us with a forum of common goals, projects and an empowered vocabulary that we now use in our home. The many things we've learned in your course help us work together more effectively. Thank you!"
~ Katie Evans
"I am so grateful for the Center for Empowerment and the Course of Action that I've been involved with. It has helped me live a less stressful life simply by changing my outlook. I now don't think of my challenges as negative; I turn them around and become appreciative, then look for the positive and good that can come from them."
~ Diane Nissle
"This course has completely changed my life in so many ways that it is hard to convey my appreciation. I started this course as the eternal pessimist, but I now look at life with optimism and excitement for the future. This course is a God-send! Thank you!"
~ Megan Mitchell
"I have listened to self-help tapes, listened to speakers and I have read books. Somehow the pieces just didn’t fit life’s success puzzle. After taking the Course of Action, the Principles of Empowerment as outlined in The Ten Commitments are totally changing my life. I feel like a bird being freed from the cage of being a victim of circumstance. Thank you so much for your life changing influence you are to my family, my friends and myself. Like the ripples a pebble makes in a pond, you and your program may never know the far-reaching effect you are making on people’s lives."
~ Carolyn Gabbitas
"Through The Course of Action, I was given a wonderful avenue to revisit powerful principles for happiness and practical tools to implement these principles in a way that leads to habit. I love the principle of accountability and living in the ideas for ten weeks rather than eight hours. I loved it!!!"
~ Julianne Bawden
"One great thing about this Course is being taught profound and applicable life changing principles. The process of life has become much more meaningful than merely the results and outcome. I have a greater appreciation for my challenges and increased desire and ability to contribute to others without being attached to their response. I’ve learned it is my responsibility and privilege to create my reality and I do so with greater enthusiasm. Rather than living in a state of regret for the past or fear of the future, I can live in the moment. I realize a meaningful and happy life can truly be created amidst the thorns of adversity! The cost of this program is nothing compared to the impact it has had in my life."
~ Caroline Wray
"This Course of Action has inspired me in many ways. It has shown me that if I don’t like the career position I am in, to change it. I quit my job as a sales representative and I'm seeking a writing career in newspaper reporting and/or copy editing. Mark advised me during our session to say; "I’m never disabled." That was a breakthrough. Although I collect SSI from the state because they labeled me disabled years ago, I can only buy into their tears if I say so. No longer do I say so. I have a whole perspective on life and being disabled has no part of it. Another thing this program has taught me is that the past is the past and bringing it up or dwelling on hurtful memories is not constructive or productive. This program works and I am fortunate to have been part of it."
~ Kathy Hoist
"Through the Course of Action, I gained a positive filter, empowering habits, a supportive group of friends, a healthier body, a loving marriage, a realization of who I truly love and support and who truly loves and supports me. Most of all, I've gained a NEW LIFE! Thank you!"
~ Adam Mitchell
"In my desire to find a way to contribute to others, I have attended workshops and seminars. I’ve read many books and listened to literally thousands of tapes in personal development. Through the Course of Action, I’ve discovered I want to make a difference in people’s lives. This course is not one more thing to be learned; it is about taking action. I highly recommend the Course of Action."
~ Maria Choi
"This program has entirely impacted my life! I had roadblocks in my life that I could not break through. The Course of Action lifted me above and beyond all of these roadblocks. The most wonderful part is that it helped me on a daily basis and gave me the tools I need to advance NOW, and continually grow in a positive way. I Know that now I am unstoppable! Thank you!"
~ Donna Nally
"Thank you for sharing your work with me. The Course of Action has made me look inside and pull everything into the light and look at the good as well as what needs improvement. I love the formula to be my personal best. By living in the present, while expressing appreciation for my life through contribution, continuous improvement and taking risks to share my vision of the world."
~ Kelli Berube
"The Course of Action has blessed my life more than I can tell you. It has taught me how to believe in myself and go forward with my dreams. It has helped me to face my fears and conquer them. I have learned to contribute to others without being attached to the outcome. In the 10 short weeks that I have been taking the class, I can honestly say I wake up each morning with excitement to face the day. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who desires a more meaningful and empowered life. I love this program, and feel that it has helped me to become a more whole person. The parts of the program that I felt were best for me were recognizing my need, embracing challenges, facing my fears and making bold requests. I appreciated learning to be my word and not be attached to outcomes, which are areas in which I’ve previously had problems."
~ Judy Kjar
"I liked writing our obituaries. It made me think of setting higher goals, what I wanted to be remembered for and accomplish, like: live happier ever after, day to day; it's the journey not the destination; don't be attached to the outcome, it always changes; be flexible; commit to being committed; and live in a state of appreciation and passion! In conclusion, yes, I had heard of a lot of these lessons, but now I feel I have more tools to be satisfied and to follow through better."
~ Joyce Winchester
"I’ve learned a better understanding of myself and what I want to be. I have experienced greater confidence in my genius and my hero. I know this program has helped me expand upon my strengths and at the same time I feel more focused. Actually there is a lot more I can share but in many ways I can’t find words that express what I know I have gained from this 12-week program."
~ Marilynn Igleski
"Through your course, I learned that the power of one is infinite if we will make bold requests to enlist others in our cause. We gain velocity & become unstoppable. I am being whom I wish to see in others & the world. I love this program; it is truly a wonderful gift."
~ Margo Worthen
"I’ve experienced a major shift. I realized I am able to reinvent my life just by saying so and choosing honorable challenges that will help me to accomplish things beyond my wildest dreams. I learned phrases and key words that empower not only myself, but also those around me."
~ Stephanie Abney
"I’ve learned that as human beings we limit ourselves. We are capable of so much more. Anything is possible; it’s just a matter of how and when! I learned that to truly be happy we must live in the now and stay in a continual state of appreciation, that selflessly serving others will improve their lives and our lives. I am response-able for my life, my actions and my own happiness. We learn and grow from our challenges and good can be pulled from any situation. I want to and can make a difference!"
~ Tiffany Dastrup
"I’ve experienced the opportunity to grow and challenge myself. I had the chance to examine my desires, goals and dreams and then in turn decide on the amount of commitment I have to them. New dreams were born, old dreams recreated and some unnecessary dreams and desires died." I found whom I was and what I want to do.
~ David Bahr
"I got it!!! The ability to see why things don’t happen because one or more of the commitments are missing and I am responsible."
~ Gary Lang
"I found I have become responsible to make things happen. If you want something do it. If you are bothered by something fix it. And that is great!"
~ David Doretti
"Through this course I have learned that I will grow and learn every day. My eyes are open to every possibility – all I have to do is meet the challenge. I learned how to find out what my genius is and to be a hero – not only for myself, but also to others. I’ve learned to make passionate commitments and adhere to them everyday. I want to set an example for my loved ones and everyone I meet. I will find a way and I know everything will be all right because I say so."
~ Laura Dudzinski
"Through your program, I learned to step out of the shadows and ensnaring muck of the past and live a new life in the present. I no longer make the excuse that my environment not only shaped me, but also detrimentally damaged me beyond repair. I choose to create my own destiny, one that will not only bring satisfaction, but also serves others in a unique and fulfilling manner, for I know that it is only in helping others that we help ourselves. My future will be a bright beacon and inspiration for others. I will not live a life of quiet desperation but a life of riotous fun, scholastic achievements, and inspiring acts. I called up one of my hometown’s papers and interviewed with the editor today. He’ll show his producer my writing portfolio and resume tomorrow and call me. I could become a reporter! I’m taking risks and am courageously committed and challenged to and by them. When you had me declare that I was not disabled, it opened up many doors of possibilities for me. Thank you.
~ Kathleen Hoist