Jonathan Brennan

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“I’ve come across few truly Renaissance men in my life—Jonathan Brennan is such a man. Out of the many coaches that I know, I’d pick him to coach someone for whom I care deeply.  His brilliance, deep feeling and quick mind make him one of the finest coaches I have had the privilege of knowing.”
—Richard Kiefer, Senior Coaching Staff, Falling Awake
 
“Dr Jonathan Brennan is a superb coach.  Because he brings both his academic and therapeutic expertise to his coaching, his clients are simultaneously intellectually inspired and psychologically lifted. I am a clergyperson who counsels scores of people in my work.  My work with Dr. Brennan has assisted me to become measurably more effective in my professional counseling with others.  He has aided me in my relationships with colleagues, my family and my community.  I began working with him less than a year ago and can testify that by any measurement, my quality of life has been markedly transformed and improved by our work together.  Simply put:  I am a happier, more confident and more fulfilled person because of my coaching with Jonathan Brennan.”
–Rabbi Karen Bender, Los Angeles, CA
 
“Jonathan Brennan personifies the qualities of an outstanding educator and coach. Having created extraordinary results in his own life, Jonathan provides others with an ideal role model for professional and personal accomplishment. He has the ability to inspire others to identify personally meaningful goals and translate them into effective actions that lead steadily to their accomplishment. Jonathan is one of those rare people with the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of others.”
—Dr. Skip Downing, creator of the On Course workshop & textbook
 
“As a mentor and a coach, I have found Jonathan Brennan is one of the most compassionate, discerning, and intuitive people I know. He has the unique ability to gently ask very pointed questions that penetrate the shadows of self- awareness. He is compassionate yet persistent as he supports others in identifying their goals and developing an action plan that will lead to success. The wisdom and insight that emerges from his diverse knowledge, skills, and experience is extraordinary.”
—Eileen Zamora, Director, Center for Teaching & Learning, Southwestern College
 
“Dr. Jonathan Brennan is a human being with a true passion for bringing out the best in every individual he encounters. I can think of no one else who has all the innate tools, creativity, genuineness, and sincere belief in the human spirit as Jonathan does. He is a ‘warrior’ teacher, a man of wisdom, and a man that can coach anyone towards success.”
—Donnelle McGee, College Counselor, CA

Testimonials

Jonathan has been a fantastic professional coach.  He is a superb listener, and has a knack for asking the exact right question at exactly the right time to fuel perspective and help drive clarity in decision making and focus.

–Karl Siebrecht, President/COO, AdReady

Jonathan is a keen listener, heart-centered with a quick mind, and responsive to my needs, concerns and goals.  He has become a true ally in creating a marvelous life!

—Don Fergusson, retired president, Rust-Oleum Corporation

The work that I have done with Jackie required courage and a willingness to feel my pain; ultimately empowering, joyous, and fun!

–Marc Rohrer, Financial Advisor, Wells Fargo

The guiding principles and tools used by Jackie are solid, reliable, and proven. They function like precision instruments.  Jackie is imaginative and inventive with solutions to uncommon problems.

–Jan Berman, Director of Dissemination and Marketing, Developmental Studies Center (DSC)

Jonathan Brennan is the best facilitator I have ever worked with. Thank you for such a wonderful experience.

—Suzanne Goodrich, Milwaukee, WI

The workshop last week was a resounding success, and everyone appreciated Jonathan’s expertise, willingness to hear and work with varying points of view, and his great sense of humor.

—Diana Babayan,  CA

The participants really appreciated the opportunity and felt the day was well worth their time.  I respect your ability to be so open to all questions and comments.

—Mary Parthemer, OR

Dr. Brennan is a wonderful facilitator. He is engaging, patient, a strong listener. This workshop was not what I expected, which is good because it exceeded my expectations!

—Vel Wiley, Milwaukee, WI

What a great model Jonathan is—you are peaceful, wise and non-judgmental!

—Debbie Beall, NY

Jonathan did an outstanding job.  One of my goals was to experience value…Jonathan, you got the job done!

—Hector Sanchez, CA

I enjoyed Jonathan’s manner and feel he did an excellent job role-modeling the skills. He obviously walks the talk. Thank you.

—Dave Schmaus, Canada

Thank you, Jonathan, for the most enjoyable 3 days I have had in years.

—Lawrence  R. Peterson, WI

Dr Jonathan Brennan is a superb coach.  His clients are simultaneously intellectually inspired and psychologically lifted.  By any measurement, my quality of life has been markedly transformed and improved by our work together.

–Rabbi Karen Bender, Los Angeles, CA

Jonathan Brennan has the ability to inspire others to identify personally meaningful goals and translate them into effective actions that lead steadily to their accomplishment. Jonathan is one of those rare people with the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of others.

—Dr. Skip Downing, creator of the On Course textbook

I worked with Jackie Priestley during a challenging period of time in my organization. The process she took us through revealed clearly what I could and could not expect to change. She is extremely knowledgeable, competent, and skillful, as well as immensely compassionate.  Thank you, Jackie!”

–Susie Alldredge, Writer

I find that Jackie guides me to find the right path and this allows my work to be deeply suited just for me. The answers are inside us, and Jackie helps to bring them out.

–Natalie Brookshire, Natalie Bowen Designs

I recommended a dear friend to Jackie who was having serious relationship issues with her husband. In just a few sessions with her, their relationship turned around and now is stronger than it has ever been. Due to the tools they learned from her, they were able to shift their thoughts about what was happening and are now connect on a much deeper level.

–Trecia R. Knapp, Realtor, Pacific Union International

Business Research

50% of businesses fail within the first five years.

(www.sba.gov/starting_business/startup/areyouready.html)

8 out of 10 entrepreneurs fail in the first 18 months.

(Bloomberg.com)

The average weak employee performance differential costs the company more than twice the employee’s annual salary.

(Dr John Sullivan, tint.com)

40% of employees report having gone into a work meeting feeling unprepared.

(www.brother-usa.com/Ptouch/MeansBusiness/whitepaper.pdf)

Low emotional intelligence in the workplace costs US businesses between $5.6 and $16.8 billion every year.

(Cherniss and Goleman, 1998)

Performance suffers when employees lack skills to manage stress from outside the workplace.

(www.ehow.com/list_7329990_sources-ineffective-employee-performance.html)

Workplace stress leads to higher litigation costs and reducing conflict reduces these costs by 50-80%.

(Ford, John (2000). "Workplace Conflict: Facts and Figures")

Companies with highly effective communication practices show 47% higher total returns to shareholders.

("Capitalizing on Effective Communication – How Courage, Innovation and Discipline Drive Business Results in Challenging Times" (2010). Towers Watson)

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