Kind Words & Kudos

Here are some comments from schools, parents and students that I’ve had the opportunity to work with.

“After completing a summer business internship, I feel especially grateful for having worked with Deanna. Her positive, respectful and relationship-oriented approach to career coaching has been the single most important tool in discovering my career interests and preparing me for the corporate world. More than a year after working with her, I still reference Deanna’s coaching material weekly. Deanna is a fantastic resource for lasting career activation and comes with my highest recommendation.”

College Student, Gonzaga University

“They have offered me employment and I start on April 4th and will be doing training. I think this is an exceptional company to start my career and I could not be more grateful. I will look forward to talking with you soon and I cannot thank you enough for helping me get to this point. Thank You Deanna.”

New College Graduate, Washington State University

“I write this email to you because I wanted to let you know that it was incredibly inspirational to hear your presentation at Women’s Leadership Camp, it had such a powerful impact on me that I am now more motivated than ever to keep pursuing my career and personal goals.”

University of Washington Bothell Women’s Leadership Camp

“I wanted to let you know that you really opened my eyes as to what my professional potential could look like. I gained a lot of confidence in myself and my future after the camp and my interaction with you. Thank you so much!”

University of Washington Bothell Women’s Leadership Camp

“It really is amazing what sort of things are being drawn out as part of this process/conversation with Deanna! I really feel I’m reaching this turning point where I see the full depth of my motivations and passions, and as a result I’m feeling more excited about life than ever before, I’m connecting dots that have seemed disparate in the past.”

College Student

“I learned things about myself, my personality type and how to put it into my career.”

Inglemoor High School Junior
Career Academy Program

“These classes help me determine the values in what I’m doing now or should do (school, internships), so that I can stay focused on my career and where I want to be in the future.”

Inglemoor High School Junior
Career Academy Program

“I learned who I am as a person and that knowing that is much more important than knowing a specific job title.”

Eastlake High School Junior
Career Academy Program

“I will take away from this class that the careers I am interested in fit the type of person I am.”

Eastlake High School Junior
Career Academy Program

“This class will help me to keep myself focused on the future so I can accomplish the bigger goals I have for myself.”

Mt. Si. High School Student
Career Academy Program

“Your motivational skills are intoxicating…..and we hope it started conversations at home about the students about future career choices.”

Liberty High School Career Specialist – comments on College Night Keynote Presentation

“Deanna Carlisle has been invaluable in partnering with us to reach ALL students. She uses her 20 + years of experience in the business industry to educate and help students understand that discovering their strengths and talents and finding a career fit within those areas could increase their career happiness. Deanna is passionate in her delivery of the curriculum and was willing to work with our current curriculum by supplementing and giving us creative suggestions on how to implement and meet the new state standards of all students being college and career ready.”

Kellie EssigMt.
Si. Career Specialist

“He was very happy to get offered a job and huge thanks to Deanna for helping him along on his journey. She was extremely helpful to him and I know he found it very useful to use her as a sounding board and to help him with his communications. My youngest son will be graduating in a few years and I will be sure to bring him to you when he is starting to look for an “adult” job.”

Parent of New College Graduate

“I graduated college with 16 years of education under my belt and very little direction. By pinpointing my strengths, Deanna helped shed a new light on my academic achievements. We not only identified work environments where my unique personality could thrive, but we also brainstormed careers suitable for someone with my level of experience. My new level of confidence and network of opportunities is owed in large part to my time with Deanna.”

College Graduate

“I wanted to express how much I appreciate the help, guidance, encouragement and belief you had in assisting me find a career path that I really wanted and, deep down, had the character to truly thrive in. Thank you Deanna for all the work that you have done for me. I am sure I will be needing your magic touch in the next year when I start applying for opportunities again!”

Recent Graduate, Kalamazoo College

“I really appreciate all the help you have given me! I wouldn’t be at this point without you! I can’t wait to start my fantastic career.”

New Graduate, Washington State University

“The College2Career Bootcamp has given me more clarity and confidence in myself and my plans for the future. Deanna truly cares about all her students, and it can especially be seen through the personal attention, advice and encouragement she gives to every single student.”

New Graduate, University of Washington

“Thank you again for all of your help with everything Deanna! I am feeling much more prepared to tackle the job search process with your guidance.”

New College Graduate, Whitman University

“I learned to not be afraid to chase after my dreams.”

Inglemoor High School Junior
Career Academy Program

“I can do more things to focus on the future career I want to do, earlier is better!”

Inglemoor High School Junior
Career Academy Program

“I don’t feel so clueless and confused anymore!”

Inglemoor High School Junior
Career Academy Program

“I can do more things to focus on the future career I want to do, earlier is better!”

Inglemoor High School Junior
Career Academy Program

“I’ve learned a lot about myself and my skills and I definitely have more of a direction to go in now based on what I enjoy and what I’ll be good at.”

Eastlake High School Junior
Career Academy Program

“These classes are something that I can carry on throughout my life.”

Inglemoor High School Junior
Career Academy Program

“Deanna Carlisle is an amazing presenter, connecting with students in such a profound way; students are responding to her passion, sincerity and her vast business-world knowledge she brings into each of her workshops and programs. She moves the students through steps of self-discovery, understanding of their individual strengths and talents; and then connecting to the BIG piece of the puzzle… “how to market the real you” through her integrated curriculum she shares in her workshops. This past year she has worked with counselors, career specialists and teachers in several school districts, to include Lake Washington High School, Issaquah, Northshore and Bellevue.”

Julie Madsen
Career Specialist
Lake Washington High School Career Specialist

“I would most definitely recommend this camp. It was much more encompassing and informative than expected. Having traveled four hours to the location, it was very worthwhile. I also appreciated “removing” my daughter from the everyday distractions so we could discuss and focus on what she was learning, what interests her, what her goals are, etc. It was a great experience for both her and I!”

Parent
CareerCamp Sessions

“I just wanted to update you because you have been so amazing and helpful during this whole process! I just accepted an offer from Yelp today so I will be starting there in July. Thank you so so much for everything you have done for me throughout, I really appreciate it all and wouldn’t have been as prepared for my interviews without you.”

New College Graduate, USC

“I am so grateful for the guidance, support, and coaching that Deanna provided me in my recent job search. She is everything one would want in a mentor – caring, instructional, understanding, and above all, enthusiastic! Deanna helped with every aspect of my job search, from my resume, to LinkedIn, to interviewing. I start my new job next week as a Fisheries Biologist, and I couldn’t have done it without her help. Thanks Deanna!!”

New College Graduate, University of Puget Sound

“I learned how to see what classes will help me in the future and I found more career choices.”

Mt. Si. High School Student
Career Academy Program

“I liked learning more about my personality and especially reading about my strengths. Knowing this will help me know myself better.”

Eastlake High School Junior
Career Academy Program

“The class will help me feel confident about what career I choose and enjoy it.”

Mt. Si. High School Student
Career Academy Program

“I know now more about who I am and what I want to do.”

Eastlake High School Junior
Career Academy Program

“I learned how to focus on getting a career that I will enjoy and will best fit me.”

Mt. Si. High School Student
Career Academy Program

“I cannot say enough good things about Deanna and her program. Because of her kind and genuine approach, our kids immediately bonded with her on a personal level. On top of that, her program is so incredibly well designed; and more importantly, applicable and effective. Furthermore, Deanna is a fantastic collaborator. We truly were partners as we utilized our respective expertise to personalize the curriculum for each student – and feedback from my kids was 100% positive. I strongly encourage any teacher to talk with Deanna if they’re looking to create a meaningful career readiness experience for their students.”

Patrick Zanders
Mercer Island HS/Crest Learning Center Teacher

“She really learned what her strengths/interests are in relation to selecting an area of study. This is exactly what I had hoped she would have received from the CareerCamp.”

Parent
CareerCamp Sessions

“Great experience! Very helpful handouts, assessment tests, and activities to explore career options. Creative and interactive activities made learning fun and engaging. Great exposure to opportunities available!”

Parent
CareerCamp Sessions

“Deanna really helped my son synthesize all the aspects of himself (personality, interests, aptitudes, etc.) and how to channel them towards a career in business/finance. It helped him hone in on a major and career path. It has helped tremendously with college applications and having clarity for choosing colleges and specific programs that will be a good fit. He has a much stronger view of his future because of the work he did with Deanna.”

Parent of High School Senior

“Deanna advised our daughter on a change in career plan after her Freshman year at College. She was very helpful in getting her to consider how she wanted to spend her life – not just what she could get good grades in now. Using a series of aptitude assessments to get her thinking about how and why she makes decisions, our daughter has been able to plan her future with a maturity I believe she wouldn’t have applied without Deanna’s assistance.”

Parent of College Freshman on Gap Year

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