Transforming the way you live, work and lead.

Dr. Paul Berg MD, MHA

President | MidMichigan Physicians Group

I engaged in Coaching because I wanted to maximize my effectiveness as I transitioned from clinical practice into an executive leadership role. As an experienced family physician I understand the value of coaching. I understand the value of meeting patients where they are at in their healthcare journeys, coming alongside of them, and guiding them towards healing and wellness. As I transitioned into an executive role I new that many of my clinical talents and experiences would serve me well, yet I was humble enough to recognize that I would also need to develop and hone new leadership skills. I knew that having a professional coach would be invaluable in this professional transition.

Coaching helped me by taking time, on a scheduled basis, to be self-objective in how I was leading and being perceived by others. Coach Callie helped me focus on my current state, my future goals, and work to close that gap.

The result was a highly engaging and professionally fulfilling journey. After completing the coaching experience I feel confident to “coach myself” in the many complex challenges that we face as healthcare leaders.

What I appreciated most was Coach Callie’s individualized approach to coaching. It was not a “canned” or “pre-baked” coaching experience. At each session we reviewed topics from the prior session, discussed new experiences and challenges, and set ongoing goals for professional development.

I found the experience humbling and professionally challenging. Many of us function is a world of “we know what we know, and we know what we don’t know.” All too many of us fail to explore the unknown world of “we don’t know what we don’t know”. The reflective nature of the coaching sessions helped unwrap that mystery of the unknown. It helped me to deeper reflect on my talents, gifts, skills, and shortcomings as a leader. Professional development as a healthcare leader is a never-ending journey of self-improvement. The coaching has given me the confidence and humility to continue forward in my executive role striving to improve myself, those around me, and my entire organization.

I would recommend Coach Callie to people who need or want to maximize their likelihood of success if they are making a professional transition into a leadership role. I can see how the coaching experience will be beneficial for high functioning professionals who are looking to maximize their development, as well as struggling professionals who may need to re-center their thinking and approach to leadership.