Jeff Giesen, Associate Director at North Cascades Institute
Jeff Giesen, Associate Director at North Cascades Institute
Dave was the perfect person for me at the perfect time. I am not one to want to sit and talk about myself or my work issues to ANYONE, let alone someone I do not know. I was skeptical that I would be able to gain anything from Dave or anyone else - how wrong I was. Dave is kind, a great listener and very skilled at being able to translate my words into actions that I needed to work on. He helped me tremendously and I feel more empowered to move ahead in relationships at work and at home. Thank you Dave!
Andrea Blois, Physical Therapist
Dave helped me to get clarity in my life when I needed it the most. I was unhappy, spinning my wheels, feeling undervalued and stuck in a job that I hated. Dave helped me to identify my core values, realize my potential and gave me the confidence to organize my life, so that it worked for me. I now have freedom to arrange my schedule the way that I want to. I have more time for my family, more time to explore creative endeavors, and more time and energy to do the things that fuel me. I have a job that I love, wonderful colleagues, and I am earning so much more than I was before. I feel recharged and happy. Thank you for the excellent coaching. I will be forever grateful and know that I can reach out again for your guidance when life throws more twists and turns my way.
Timothy Oaks
David is an excellent life coach, skillful in several important phases of coaching:
- Amazing listening and reflection skills, he gets me settled into feeling solid in what I do know.
- A fundamental and often reiterated confidence that I do know what I want and need to do - this attitude is critical, because it keeps putting me in an empowered position.
- Skillful questions point me in directions that I forget to explore on my own; and also keep reconnecting me to joy, peace, energy, and motivation when I get blocked or feel demoralize.
- His confidence is inspiring.
I recommend him to anyone who is interested in discovering interests, reconnecting to positive energy, overcoming blocks and achieving goals in all dimensions.
Chris Gray, Whatcom Transportation Authority
Dave will inspire and help you to find what you are looking for. He’s done this for me, several times over the last 20 years, even when I wasn’t aware I was stagnate or searching. He does this with just the right amount of verve; never overbearing, never fake, always with the humility and love of someone who shares what he knows simply because it’s the right thing to do.
My connection and resulting friendship with Dave has brought my life more joy, integrity, and purpose. For this, I highly recommend including him in your life.
Ben Prescott, Practice Manager
Having worked with Dave directly for about 2 1/2 years, I can easily say he is one of the best leaders, mentors, and friends I could have asked to work with. One of the best characteristics of Dave is his trust in his employees. Dave likes to see the workplace as more of a flat structure. Anyone and everyone can come to him with ideas and he will give them a chance to run with it to see the direction the mind is going. Sure, this may lead to a lot of effort invested into something that may end up going nowhere, or it may lead to a lot of effort into a business/life changing initiative. Either way, this is beneficial to see if there's growth in a particular direction for both the employee and the company. Without trying, you may never know. Dave always used to tell his employees that "you have more control over the direction of this company than I do".
On a personal level, Dave is one of the most genuine people I have ever met; a person I know I can rely on for direction and honesty. Dave likes to challenge you on both a personal and professional level and ensures that you don't become complacent in life. The balance between personal friendship and professional leadership is what really sets Dave apart.
If it weren't for Dave I wouldn't be where I am today. With his trust and belief in all of his employees he has helped guide me, and guide myself, in the direction I've wanted to go.
Bob Jones
I have known Dave Koshinz for over 15 years. He has become a friend, mentor and supporter for me. I have watched him navigate both business and life challenges with grace and balance. I prize his integrity, his wisdom and his willingness to speak directly and clearly to me. He is a man I can recommend without hesitation.
Allison Ormsby CPT, CPC, ELI-MP
David is a thoughtful and pragmatic coach. Speaking in a soft and gentle manner, David asks questions intended to help the individual arrive at their own conclusions. My experience in working with David is that he cares deeply for individuals, and has an intense passion for assisting others in recognizing their greatness so they can live it every day. If you are struggling with issues pertaining to your life purpose, I strongly recommend reaching-out to David.
Candice Lowery
I really enjoyed spending time sharing with David some struggles I was having with a business decision. He helped me to find the clarity that I have control and choice over what I decide to do! David has a very soothing and calm personality!
Trisha Trama, Counselor
I really enjoyed spending time sharing with David some struggles I was having with a business decision. He helped me to find the clarity that I have control and choice over what I decide to do! David has a very soothing and calm personality!
Dave is a fantastic coach! His ability to ask thought provoking questions enables his clients to stretch their thinking to understand and gain clarity around what is really driving a behavior or how to get what it is their seeking.
I have had the pleasure of working with Dave as my coach for the past several months which has guided me toward a way of thinking that I never thought possible!
If your seeking coaching regarding growing a small business or a transition in life, I highly recommend Dave as a personal coach!
Angie McNulty, Certified John Maxwell Speaker, Coach and Trainer
Dave is patient, kind and thoughtful during his coaching sessions. He takes the time to understand what I am feeling and how to best move forward. He asks questions that get me thinking. He helped me to be in touch with my true purpose and create a plan to take first steps.
Sam Salenger, Coach
Dave is patient, kind and thoughtful during his coaching sessions. He takes the time to understand what I am feeling and how to best move forward. He asks questions that get me thinking. He helped me to be in touch with my true purpose and create a plan to take first steps.
Taylor Prescott, Veterinary Technician
I once had a boss that would ask me everyday, "How's it going?" without truly caring about my answer. I could have said my house burnt down and his response would have been, "Oh no. Hey can you cover a shift Thursday?"
This is not the kind of boss Dave is. When he asks how you are doing, it is genuine. His best quality, in my opinion, is his recognition of a healthy mind and how that influences the way we work. It shows in his leadership and management style. My second favorite thing about having worked for Dave was his unyielding ability to believe in people. What you already knew never seemed to matter more than what you were willing to learn. Working for 3D was not in my desired career field. Dave was always patient and encouraging when I came across something new. I walked away from that job with skills I didn't know I would use so frequently.
This is not the kind of boss Dave is. When he asks how you are doing, it is genuine. His best quality, in my opinion, is his recognition of a healthy mind and how that influences the way we work. It shows in his leadership and management style. My second favorite thing about having worked for Dave was his unyielding ability to believe in people. What you already knew never seemed to matter more than what you were willing to learn. Working for 3D was not in my desired career field. Dave was always patient and encouraging when I came across something new. I walked away from that job with skills I didn't know I would use so frequently.
I will always be grateful for the time I worked with Dave, on both a professional and personal level.
Brandon Bjarnason
While I did not work directly with Dave, I do know that he is a solid strategist and visionary, guiding 3D to exciting new places. Dave supports professional and personal growth, which creates a very open and collaborative work environment. He will always ensure that his clients business needs are understood and met (if not exceeded!). Working for 3D Corporation, and Dave, was truly a pleasure.
Greg Martin, General Manager
Dave's focus on quality and consistency helped prepare me for my future endeavors.
Donna Raimey, Manager
David and I met about 2 months before the pandemic hit in 2020, and he reached out shortly after the shutdown to offer his coaching services (at no charge) to help others not only cope with the changes surrounding us all, but to thrive through them.
I personally took him up on the offer and my meetings with David had a profound effect on the ways I was able to shift my thinking, and in turn, my response to the ever changing environment. We focused on the effects that the changes had on my life, and ways to focus on my strengths while identifying opportunities to emerge stronger than before. These lessons were a gift that empowered me to find my own strength, and recognize my worth. The positive message that David helped to instill is an invaluable tool that I continue to put into practice in my daily life.
I would highly recommend David to anyone who is looking to work with a caring, professional coach, in any aspect of their personal and/or professional life.
Mark Hall
Realtor
I have recently had the pleasure of working with David. But let me tell me a little about me.
I considered myself to be "un-coachable." I have been in my industry for almost 18 years, I have been a team leader and mentor for dozens of agents, and have been a top performing agent for 16 of those 18 years. AND then Covid hit us all and I fell into a dark hole. What could Dave possibly share with me to help me along?
It wasn't easy for the two of us. I was resistant but he was resilient! He didn't lecture me on the same old "Get out there and make your calls" or "Plan your work and work your plan" stuff that so many coach / mentors like to pretend is the answer. No, David took the time to reach in deeper and help me discover what the real problems were. The ideas that I have been holding onto for far too long? The silly things that I have been avoiding for silly reasons? The joys in life that I had been ignoring in order to bang my head against the wall to make a buck.
What I thought, like many of others may be thinking, it was going to be a waste of time and money. I can unequivocally tell you that he was able to help me get past that thought! Within a very short period of time I was happier at home and work. I started writing my book again. And I was a much better person in general. (Funny how that works.)
If you are looking to improve your business while still maintaining a balanced life, I feel that David Koshinz would be a perfect fit for you.
I was having some frustrations with work and navigating my career path and after one session with David, my entire perspective changed. I had a new understanding of my work environment and colleagues and found peace at the end of the day. After our meeting, I left work in a good mood for the first time since I had started working. I highly recommend working with David through any professional related matters on your mind.
Jordan Hoehne
Technology Professional
Laura Jessica Walker
Coach
Dave is incredibly talented at what he does. He is a very skilled mentor and coach who has helped me to gain complete clarity at times when I have struggled to find what is blocking my way.
Dave's toolkit is endless. All you need to do is turn up and totally trust the process and you will be delighted with the deep insights that reveal themselves through his playful questioning and skilled reflection. Every time I talk to Dave I feel I might know myself a little better. :-)
Dave recently helped me through a difficult work decision, where I had been building up the courage and desire to transition into something new after a decade of service to one company. In my heart I knew I needed to improve my relationship with my career and the people in it, but with such a big choice in front of me, I needed that encouragement and insight that comes from his years of wisdom & experience to step over the edge. He responded quickly to my request and quickly began asking me just the right questions to begin thinking about this dilemma in whole new light. I took the leap, and I have to give Dave much credit for applying his skills as a life coach in a thoughtful & considerate yet potent way to help me break through my hesitations!
Ryan Rickerts
