212-564-2073 sharon@goodlifecoaching.com

About Sharon  "Life to you is a dashing and bold adventure." ~ from a fortune cookie   Click here for Summary of Credentials Click here for Sharon in the Media   I've been told that I'm fearless. Oh, I've been plenty scared many times in my life, but I've never let it stop me from doing what I was called to do. When I was graduating sixth grade, we got autograph books. The front page included a space to write our motto. I sat with my best friend and pondered what that should be. We both agreed on, "Learn to conquer your fear." That turned out to be my guiding principle throughout my life. Career has always been an important focus for me. I gravitated to theatre at the age of 14, taking acting, dance and singing classes through high school. After getting my degree in theatre, I had an enjoyable career for many years doing musical theatre for adults and children. This is me in the Gingerbread Players' production of The Pied Piper. My next calling was into book publishing. My friend Maria Ciaccia and I founded Excalibur Publishing and spent the next 7 years publishing 14 books. I wore many hats, learned a lot and experienced the thrill of becoming a published author. I wasn't looking for another career, but then Life Coaching came calling! As someone who had pursued personal development for years, Coaching felt like a great way to give back what I had learned and use it to help others. Along with Coaching, I began doing workshops and training. I currently train Life, Career and Creativity Coaches for the Life Purpose Institute, the Creativity Coaching Association and NYU's School of Professional Studies, as well as doing workshops on career and life transition at the 92nd Street Y. And I continue to write and publish through my publishing arm, Good Life Press. On a personal level, I enjoy living in the heart of Manhattan, where I love taking advantage of the incredible theatre, museums, restaurants and historic sites. I have a gorgeous view that I love photographing. I also enjoy spending time with good friends, traveling, reading, taking personal growth seminars, taking weekly ballet and tap dancing classes, and dabbling in playing piano. Top Summary of Credentials BA in Theatre, Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY Certificate in Adult Career Planning and Development, New York University, New York, NY Certified as a Life, Life Purpose and Career Coach, The Life Purpose Institute, San Diego, CA Board Certified Coach, Center for Credentialing & Education Associate Certified Coach, International Coach Federation Certified Retirement Coach, Retirement Options, Mansfield Center, CT President, Good Life Coaching Inc. Publisher, Good Life Press Senior Coaching Instructor, The Life Purpose Institute, San Diego, CA Adjunct Instructor, New York University School of Continuing and Professional Studies, New York, NY Instructor, Creativity Coaching Association certification program, Lake George, NY Guest instructor, Retirement Options, Darco Coaching, Columbia University Alumni Career Office and Fashion Institute of Technology Former Affiliated Coach, Vocation Vacations, www.vocationvacations.com Former co-owner and publisher, Excalibur Publishing, New York, NY Author, Creative Marketing Tools for Coaches, The Tortoise Workbook, Managing With A Heart, The Complete Guide to Writing and Publishing a Book, Self-Publishing Basics and other books Member, Certified Career Coaches Member, Creativity Coaching Association Member, International Coach Federation Top     Top Sharon in the Media Internet How to Plan Your Career Progression / Transition, sponsored by Abdul Khaliq Sibyl Magazine: The Good Life Dec-Jan: Steps to the Good Life Feb-Mar: Love and Belonging Apr-May: Achievement and Recognition Jun-July: Esteem and Self-Esteem Aug-Sep: Knowledge and Understanding Oct-Nov: Self-Actualization Dec: Self-Transcendence The Coaching Connector: Retirement Coaching: Rehearsing the Second Act Levo: 3 Things That Should Be Top-of-Mind When Reading *Any* Job Description Ojas Yoga Blog: Bonding Over Meditation The Times of India: How I Start My Day AARP Work: Take These Tests to Find Your New Job Investors Business Daily: 8 Tips For Job Hunting In Retirement Daily Worth: The 6 People You Need in Your Network Canadian Living -- 5 reasons to try something new The No Limits Telesummit -- No Limits on Your Creativity: Using Creativity to Design and Live Your Best Life The Job You Don't Want May Be the Right One, by Matthew Solan FiLife: Your Financial Lifeline, in partnership with the Wall Street Journal – Career Experts Highlight Their Favorite Career Resources and Books, by Rahwa Asmerom American Bar Association: The Young Lawyer – The Creative Lawyer? Who Has Time?, by Sharon Good Making Life Better: How Hobbies Can Make You Happier, by Judi Ketteler Business News Daily: 6 Job Interview Questions and Answers to Avoid, by Nicole Fallon   TV and Video 3rd International Creativity Conference: Using Creativity in Your Coaching (31 seconds) The Coaching Game with Laurie Lawson – Manhattan Neighborhood Network Life Coach TV with Dr. Marianna Lead – Manhattan Neighborhood Network Access for All: An Interview with Author Nancy Rubin Stuart – Manhattan Neighborhood Network   Radio and Podcasts Abundant Retirement with Kay Young: Creating a Life of Meaning & Purpose Retirement Journeys with Ted Carr– About Retirement Coaching Money for Lunch with Bert Martinez Career Talk with Maggie Mistal – Martha Stewart Radio, Sirius Satellite Radio Network Coach Chat with Ilise Ratner – Blog Talk Radio Life Coach Radio with Dr. Marianna Lead – Progressive Radio Network Career Connections with Leslie Harris – Business Radio 1160, Atlanta Vocation Vacation Podcasts – Podcast #6   Print Time Out New York: "Life Coaches" Time Out New York: "Project You" Time Out New York: "Going for the Goal" ARTLINE magazine — Delaware Division of the Arts: " Double Lives: Non-Career Artists Balance Jobs and Arts New York Sun: "Getting Back on Track"     Top