“I’ve always believed that life is lived in chapters.  Starting a business was one chapter. Growing it was another.  The decision to sell that business signaled the start of a new chapter that brought on a whole host of questions.  What was I solving for through that sale?  What would a good partner look like?  How could I ensure that my team would land well?  How could I best navigate the journey – both personally and professionally?  Pete was exactly the guide that I needed.  Having made the journey himself, Pete was able to share from his lived experience.  He not only helped me achieve a successful sale, he prepared me for the new journey that began on the other side of that sale. Many people can offer you advice. There are some people that can help you find your way.  Only a few will walk with you and see you safely to your destination.  Pete is one of those few.”

“I suspect every leader could use a coach. Problems always arise, and having someone who is not on the payroll, not on your board, not a friend or spouse, but who is on your team, is critical. For this relationship to work, however, you need someone you trust. Pete is someone I trust fully. Not only do I trust Pete to listen to my greatest challenges, but I trust him to consistently provide a new lens or framework for tackling those challenges. I cannot imagine doing this with anyone else, and I feel very lucky to have him in my corner.”

“Pete is the Obi-Wan Kenobi of executive coaching and team development. He is one of the few leaders I’ve met who is fluent in both short term tactics and bigger picture vision-setting. He has been absolutely invaluable in bringing our teams together, helping us set (and stay focused on) our longer term vision, and guiding us in how best to manage our own personal energy along the way. We are so grateful that he’s been with us on this journey.”

“The coaching with Pete has been really rewarding! I have learned how to communicate clearly with my team and to reflect on my leadership skills. Pete is very flexible and helpful in every way. He has a great sense of humor, and some of the phrases he uses to help my understanding will stay with me forever. I have grown more confident in my role being able to look at different approaches, and then to focus on taking action.”

“Pete makes a great coach because he takes the time to really understand the leader, the business, and the people. He asks great questions, and approaches every conversation with curiosity and humility. He has helped me navigate challenging circumstances as a first-time founder, and he has helped me build a useful set of tools when leading and making decisions. He raises questions that I don’t think of, helps me refocus on what’s most important in the moment, and normalizes the transition from being a young startup to a more mature later stage company.” 

“Pete is great at making his coaching customized to the needs of the person with whom he’s working. When I first began working with Pete, I wasn’t sure what to expect from coaching services. But he has walked me through both professional and personal hurdles, and helped me to think about things in a perspective that is invaluable to any first-time entrepreneur. What I like most about working with Pete is that despite all his experience and accomplishments, he doesn’t make me feel dumb for not being there yet, or for even having doubts about whether a suggestion might work. Too often as a first-time entrepreneur, you receive feedback that is given via a series of absolute truths. Even the slightest hesitation with accepting can be seen as a reflection on your leadership. Pete’s approach allows me to benefit from his experience while also asking the types of questions that help me understand why it makes sense for my particular situation.”