I was introduced to Marion's program, Laser Coach Your Way to Sustainable Success: A 12 week Intensive, and FINALLY found what I had been missing. As a coach that initially went through a prominent coaching school, two and half years later I was still looking for a foundation to coaching that was lacking from my training. In my attempt to fill in the holes, I tried a few other programs that promised a comprehensive approach, but I ended up very disappointed with the outcomes. Marion's program is not only one I would recommend to a new coach, as it offers every foundational element required to be a coach, but is one I would recommend to ANY coach that seeks mastery of the craft. I am very pleased to say that my coaching has improved, but what I am really excited about is the change in my confidence level. This program has given me a whole new approach to coaching along with the skills that were lacking from my coaching school and subsequent trainings. 
Graduating from Marion's program is going to make the biggest difference in my business and in my life, and is the ONLY COACHING PROGRAM I FULLY RECOMMEND. It is a "don't miss" if you are serious about making coaching a career. Thanks Marion for everything!
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Marion's Laser coaching class isn't just a class; it's her gift to the coaching world. She gives you her knowledge, wisdom, support and attention. The commitment and knowledge of the instructors gave me every  opportunity to understand and process new information. As a new or seasoned coach, you remember that the art of listening is the key to connecting with people. I came away from this experience with skills, tools, and a foundation of how to coach. Stephanie Jansse, MS, Life Coach |
The program gives coaching a new meaning and enabled me to apply the training that I already had and take it to a masterful level. The program is unique in that it brought depth, meaning, and color to coaching and really brought it to life. The skills and the practice that the program focused on are those skills that will separate the truly gifted coaches, the truly masterful coaches, from everyone else. The program is built around an incredibly profound, yet often overlooked question and approach, and that alone had an instant impact on my ability to be a better coach. It gave me a lot of clarity and led to a deeper understanding of what coaching is all about. 
I am confident that my clients experience dramatic shifts much sooner because of applying the core principles of the program. One learning point alone is capable of making an incredible difference. |
My confidence has grown by leaps and bounds. Before this class, I didn't know how much I needed to learn, and I didn't realize how much I doubted my abilities. Your real life examples were very strong, and well placed. You went through the topics in a very natural progression and were very thorough. You were very generous with your encouragement, and I felt like you truly wanted to see me succeed. 
I also really enjoyed the fact that there was such a small class size. Being able to create a bond with the other students and not feel like I was taking up too much time with my questions was very supportive on this sometimes bumpy journey. |
I strongly recommend this course. For me it was of particular benefit as the techniques taught are literally from a different coaching school of thought and that has plugged what I felt were holes in my training, given me more permission and expanded my skill as a coach. 
My clients noticed the difference in my coaching within the first two weeks.
Perhaps most importantly what I have gained from the course has bolstered my coaching confidence and helps me step out and take this into the world. |
Choosing the 'Laser Coach Your Way to Success' program has been the best decision I could have made to launch my career as a life coach. As I researched courses, it was important to me to take a course that had ICF accreditation. This course has to be one of the finest values available for like-minded serious students. In our small classes we have unprecedented access to Marion so that we can internalize the concepts, practice the competencies, and clarify our understanding every time we meet. Two delightfully unexpected benefits of the small group size have been opportunity for reflection and personal growth and development of a bond between fellow students as we practice and support each other's success. Marion shows an obvious real interest in teaching her students to be successful coaches. She freely shares insights from her own successful practice. 
Not only do we benefit from learning coaching skills but we gain tools to assist in creating our own successful coaching businesses. I am absolutely delighted to have the opportunity to learn from such a talented coach and educator. |
I was very impressed and happy with Marion's program. I went in as a new coach and left the program fully confident and capable to start my own practice. Now at this point I have five paying clients. 
It was quite an experience to not only learn valuable coaching tools and resources, but to also gain great insight and knowledge from a Master Coach that has her own full and ongoing practice. She is a great inspiration and I was honored to learn a lot from her and her assistant Kirsten. Laurel K. LaFone, Charlotte, NC www.buildingwithbelief.com |
The methodology and style of teaching was the strongest part. It was exceptional for me. Marion's ability to communicate and teach the wonderful tools so we got it clearly without everything being bogged down in 'theory' or 'psychology.' Marion, you are a gifted teacher. Overall the laser approach was most significant. If you get the importance of staying out of the details and getting to the 'deeper truth' quickly, lasting results can happen immediately. The course is a brilliant concept and well presented. I believe it could be valuable for anyone who is in relationship with others . . . not only coaches. Sharon Clarke, Life Coach |
I absolutely loved this program. The classes were beyond my expectations. Even though I was a seasoned therapist, I didn't know how to coach. Marion took me from the ground up, focusing on skill development and getting to the core issue.  I loved the individualized attention and the intensive supervision. My confidence and my skills grew exponentially! Lisa Landry, Ph.D., Life Coach |
Terrific class for all coaches; those already coaching, new coaches and those who want to get into coaching. Each week you learn something new and can practice and see what you have learned in action at the practice calls.  And everything that you learn is what you will use in your coaching. There is no wasted learning. The instructors, Marion Franklin and her assistant, Kirsten Allen are the best. If you have a chance to take this course, take It! Bob Hill, Certified Holistic Life Coach www.coachbobhill.com |
Marion is masterful! She has an enormous amount of knowledge and wisdom and I loved participating in this course.  Having an instructor and teaching assistant (who is phenomenal) gives you two perspectives - very valuable. I wished the course was longer because it definitely had a huge impact in my abilities as a coach.
Peggy Alvarado, BA, CEC, PCC, Certified Life Coach |
Along the way, there have been powerful people who have forever changed the direction of my life. Marion, is one of those people. She is a master of holding the greater truth in mind, and as a by-product, creating sustainable change. Marion's teaching of her 'Getting Started' classes offered more learning on the 'How To' of coaching than any other classes I had ever taken. Those courses have now ebbed into Laser Coach Your Way to Sustainable Success, and it continues to offer the best in coach training. It is the only coaching program that has very individualized attention with built-in follow up as well as the experience of letting participants build skills and learn masterful coaching through exceptionally interactive exercises. It is a true gift to experience Marion's mastery as a coach. My coaching has grown by leap and bounds, and conversations that used to be sticky and uncomfortable are now effortless. My business has doubled, and I'm attracting desirable clients and am now coaching national organizations thanks to my confidence and skills fostered by Marion's techniques. 
The return on my investment is priceless. I have gained confidence and awareness and continue to develop through Marion's Mentor group. Marion offers the whole package as a place to grow and develop as a coach and a space to hone and master coaching and business skills. It has greatly changed my coaching, business, and life for the better. |
At some point in your career, this is a 'must-take' course. If you are intentional, you will absolutely improve skills and upgrade your capacity to coach anyone on anything.  The instruction and as-you-coach mentoring is outstanding. Gary Wood, PCC, Executive Coach, G.E.Wood and Associates www.GEWood.com |
Marion takes your coaching skill to a new and revolutionary level utilizing her natural inquisitiveness and her authenticity. I can't recommend Marion's education enough for coaches who specifically want to shorten their call time while increasing your powerfulness as a coach to your clients. I don't know any education out there than takes you through such a gentle and rapid transformation into what is truly 'Life and Business Coaching.' When you stated in the beginning of class this would be an experiential journey, I had no idea JUST how true that statement was. You taught us how to listen authentically to others and ourselves. The methods and techniques you teach in this class are exceptional. You have taken us each by the hand and have taught us how to honor another's journey, how to have compassion and understanding, how to lovingly see through the stories, ours and others, while truly embracing our own uniqueness. Of course, I wouldn't forget the all powerful one...how to create a loving space for someone to grow in. 
On a more personal note...all my relationships are better because of what you have taught (and I thought they were great before). Thank you for helping me see exactly how exciting life can really be... You are a treasure!
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Marion is an enormously skilled mentor coach and teacher. She brings her wide experience, keen insight, and exquisite timing to every call. Marion can pinpoint the most important issues and treat them with the seriousness they deserve. At the same time, she has a light, humorous tone that can reduce tensions and facilitate shifts in beliefs and attitudes. 
Marion is also amazing because even though she is a seasoned coach, she demonstrates humility. And what's even more remarkable is that she has a way of teaching you how to do the same. I found her mentoring groups and coach training courses tremendously valuable.
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I came to the course as a total novice and by the end of the 12 weeks, I feel as though I can coach effectively. I was somewhat unsure of taking a course over the telephone, however the program provided a very rich learning environment and classes are structured in a way that made them easy to follow, very interactive, and fun. Classes were well thought out and made it effortless to grasp the material being taught. 
The 12 weeks are intense, but this allows for full immersion into the material. Additionally, there is a lot of hands on experience in terms of coaching practice. By the end of the course, you are fully prepared to start a coaching practice. Claudine Arthurs, Life Coach |
I was looking for a way to go deeper when coaching clients and this class gave me the tools to do it. Besides learning about coaching concepts and theory, I was able to put them into practice immediately during the practice and mentor calls.  Getting immediate feedback on my coaching was extremely helpful and my ability to help clients hone in on deeper themes improved significantly. I also enjoyed the small class size that created a very rich learning environment. I definitely would recommend this to anyone looking to build their coaching skills. Thank you! Janine Friedman, Life Coach www.JanineFriedman.com |
This class has had a dramatic impact on the way I approach each client, getting beyond their story to the deeper places which are almost craving clarity and movement. This is so much more than moving someone to action, it is helping them  clear the clutter on their path which frees them to run to their future and dance in the discovery of their potential. Marion provided top notch coach training and mentoring as I was preparing for my next level of credentialing. She is an incredible trainer, making sure that all in the class are involved in what is being shared. She has an extensive background in the wide field of personal coaching and brings all of that to her work with her clients. I learned so much from her and continue to use it on a daily basis. I look forward to working with her in the future. I am delighting in what it feels like to 'dance' with a client in their purposeful journey. Sandra Wimpelberg, -- Your Coach for LIFE www.g-a-pcoaching.com |
I found the material covered in this class directly applicable to my own coaching practice and was able to immediately utilize some of what I learned with my current clients. I noticed both Marion's and Kirsten's deep knowledge of the material and their commitment to teaching it well. I observed a lot of patience by both teachers when listening to both simple comments as well as beginner coaches struggling to learn how to coach. Kudo's on that!!!  Add personal growth to the roster of added value for me. The tone that was set for the class was great and allowed me to feel safe making myself vulnerable, an area of development I felt I did very well with as I did not feel judged by anyone. The class was most valuable and I will recommend it to anyone that may be in need of more coach training or the need for CCEU's for ICF requirements. Thank you both very much for your expertise. A satisfied participant for sure! Stewart E. Berman, PCC Personal, Business and Mentor Coach www.StewBerman.com |
Marion is an outstanding teacher. Her open-mindedness and willingness to connect with and encourage her students is completely evident. This course is of tremendous value and I strongly recommend it. 
With completion of this course, I, without doubt, know the value of living by example through Marion's teachings. Natalie May Bolger, Life Coach |
After taking numerous coaching seminars and classes, I thought I knew what to do, but still not how to do it. Marion's class bridged the gap and tied it all together. Through a combination of education and practice in a safe environment, I came away with the skills and confidence to coach. If you are looking to learn "How" to coach, this is the class for you. Scott Lehmann, Business Coach |
The small teleclass format gave me the individual attention I needed; I didn't feel lost in a sea of other callers. Your teaching methods fit the needs of the individual student, by providing written materials along with your interactive lessons, numerous client /situational examples, role playing exercises and assignments that challenged me to practice my new skills. You are a great teacher and mentor and have a great understanding of the foundations of coaching. You are an exemplary role model of what great coaching is all about and your enthusiasm in mentoring others is a great contribution to new coaches such as myself and to the development of the coaching profession. Patti Colombo, Personal Coach |
Marion's course offered me everything thing I needed to have the confidence, knowledge and will to start coaching. I was ambivalent about all the courses that were being offered because I wasn't sure if I could coach and if the approach of many of the coaching programs was in alignment with what I needed at the time. I was looking for a course that would offer a: small group setting, focus on personal coaching -- looking at the whole individual, an instructor who understood and practiced using the original coaching concepts while incorporating new and innovative principles of coaching as they are relevant and essential. The cost of the program was also very important to me and without question Marion's course was the most cost effective and biggest bang for my buck. If I had spent thousands on other courses, I don't believe I would have been any better prepared to be a coach. Hope Surpris, Business and Personal Coach |
The course was intriguing, extremely comprehensive, very well planned and paced, offers lots of live coaching experiences (receiving and giving) and opens up the door for many other options and contacts to further develop your coaching expertise. It is absolutely true that after you complete the course you are ready to rock. I felt as though the price was right and that this program really covers all the aspects of coaching training that you would otherwise need to take lots and lots of other courses to obtain. Marianne Flanagan, Life Coach and Business Consultant |
Compared to other programs I have sampled, yours was very different...It was what I call real time coaching, the combination of describing the process and 'putting names to what we were doing' and then actually coaching real situations progressively using what we learned...the real time coaching is actively participating as a coach and getting immediate feedback about what worked and what we missed which was always helpful. The case studies from your experience were also very instructive showing us the diverse issues clients bring to the call. You created a very safe environment in which to stumble, be clumsy, and get stuck, and I never felt judged. What has been invaluable is Marion's ability to assist me to see beyond the 'presenting' issue, to navigate the client beyond the obvious and the strategizing. Her approach (which I love) is getting to the core or real bottom line where real, permanent change takes place. I've read many books about coaching but none of them gave me the 'how to' the way you have. Many thanks, Joyce Gertler, Life Coach www.yellowbrickroadlifecoach.com |
Since going through Marion's program, my life will never be the same and coaching is certainly the right fit for me. Although notes and the 'technical' part is important and necessary, the part that really got me into learning the coaching is the interactive learning through examples, observing, actual coaching, and client scenarios. Putting the learned techniques into action is a strong part of this program and therefore the small class size was a great benefit. The different aspects of learning to listen was big for me and will be very helpful in my coaching and all of my relationships. 
I learned what I needed to know to facilitate others to get to the place where they want to go. I have always had a passion to help empower others and now I am doing that. Thank you so much.
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I thought I was a pretty good communicator. Did I ever learn a lot in those teleclasses! 18 months, and dozens of coaching engagements later, and I still vividly recall the power of the exercises Marion introduced in those classes... exercises which I have begun to use in my own training and consulting engagements. Thank you, Marion! Michael Hamman, Agile coach and organizational development consultant www.humansandcomputing.org |
I am getting much more out of this course than I thought I would. I wasn't totally convinced that I would "know" how to coach by the end of it, but we are only a few weeks into it, and I have to say I feel like I am on my way!  I have already learned more than I ever have anywhere else. It's all starting to fall into place, and I feel so much more comfortable coaching now. I have my first "real client" call tonight, and I am actually looking forward to it instead of dreading it! Great job, Marion. I would recommend this to anyone who really wants to learn how to coach.Karen Regan www.coachforhappiness.com |
I sooo appreciate all the wonderful guidance and resources -- full, comprehensive SERVICE (not just resolving solutions). I really get a lot out of the classes and appreciate your organization and structured format -- and give and take -- very well balanced. In addition to skills and coaching conversations, you have consistently fed us with valuable resources -- that's what I mean by full, pertinent comprehensive services as a Mentor coach. You are motivational, and your boundaries, ethics, are consistently appropriate and of the highest order. You exemplify exactly what "clean coaching" is about (Thomas Leonard's expression). Great sense of humor. It shows you really love what you do and your enthusiasm is infectious. This has been a phenomenal learning experience. (You can give my 800 number out and I would be glad to reference your classes.) Carole L., MSW, Life Coach |
Your BECOME a Coach program was an eye-opener. I learned solid skills on being a coach and all the in's and out's of starting a new coaching business... all in a matter of a few months. It is one of the most effective and intensive programs out on the marketplace. The ROI was completely worth it! Thank you, Marion! I owe it to you for giving me a jump start in my coaching and business training. You are the BEST! Sunny Wu www.sunnycoaching.com |
I took Marion's course 2 years ago, and I still tell everyone it was the smartest thing I ever did as a coach. Marion has many years of experience as a teacher and you can certainly tell. She tells you what you need to hear and in a very gentle way. She is respectful of everyone and uses everything as an opportunity to learn. She has incredible patience and her methods are solid. I appreciate all her wisdom, guidance, concern, and patience. Her format is great in that we get training and learning through experience. She makes everything look so easy too, and there is nothing like learning from a master. Jennifer Quade, Business and Life Coach |
My coaching has improved by leaps and bounds by taking the class. I believe that before taking the class I was doing more of the agenda setting.  I now also know how to ask better questions as well as knowing why close ended questions are not good. All the way around I think I am a much better coach as a result of taking the class. Lisa Carey www.coachlisacarey.com |
Marion is a unique blend of coach/teacher and brings enormous value and experience to this call. An added value is the wonderful coaches she attracts to be part of this group. When I started I wanted to have a solid handle on the certified coach proficiencies. Not only did I come away with this solid foundation, I also gained tremendous confidence in my coaching skills. This would be a wonderful group at any price! Beth Lyons, Life Coach www.KitchenTableCoaching.com |
Thanks to Marion's smart way of structuring each call to provide practice and supportive feedback, I've been able, in a relatively short time, to expand my range as a coach and to coach more confidently and intuitively. Marion keeps the focus on our coaching and her incisive comments have sharpened my coaching. S. W. |
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The Life Coaching Group
265-D South Broadway
Tarrytown, NY 10591
(914) 333-0443
The Life Coaching Group
265-D South Broadway
Tarrytown, NY 10591
(914) 333-0443