Confidence · Leadership · Performance
iContact Coaching helps you gain the confidence to feel empowered and prepared.
MISSION STATEMENT
iContact Coaching offers a collaborative and supportive environment where we create opportunities for all ages, to build confidence, feel the magic in discovering one’s voice, and to practice the social skills that are necessary to be impactful communicators, performers, or leaders, all with an emphasis on the power that comes from making others feel good.
It’s never too soon or too late, to learn the importance of iContact!
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About Julie
From national TV voiceover artist* to post-production producer in the advertising industry to leadership, public speaking, and confidence coach, to the creator of the Game Changers program, to children’s musical theater director, to founding President of a Toastmasters Club, my incredibly diverse life experiences have honed my ability to work with all types of people, connect with them on a human level and rise to any challenge. Whether you’re a professional preparing for your next big opportunity or a young person wanting to leave it all on the stage, I’ll share all my best secrets with you.
Many people believe their experience or resume will speak for them; however, now more than ever, employers value soft skills like good communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and work ethic. In fact, 92% of companies in a recent LinkedIn study listed soft skills as more important than technical skills — and 89% reported that bad hires typically lack them.*
As a past hiring manager myself, I know what it takes to win people over and seize the opportunities in front of you. I believe people will make their first impression about you based on how you make them feel. It’s ok to just be you, actually, it’s best to be you, but be sure you know who you want to be. Whether you’re quiet and shy or confident and bold, it’s important to be aware of how others perceive you. Great communication skills along with a smile and eye contact can make all the difference in the world.
“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
— Maya Angelou
Services
Self-confidence, leadership, and the ability to perform aren’t natural abilities or gifts, they’re skills, which means they can be learned, practiced, and perfected. I can assure you, it’s never too soon, or too late, to get started.
Through performance-based role-playing, enlightening conversations, and best practices in communicating values and intent I can help anyone at any age overcome insecurities and their “imposters syndrome”. You will grow self-confidence and find your own unique voice to help you represent yourself in the most authentic way. I’ll meet you where you are and guide you on an inspiring journey by being real, and supportive, using my methodology for better iContact.
If you are looking to bring a team of coaches or workshops into your place of business, I am grateful to also be affiliated with the professional coaching firm Humessence. My team and I, help grow the professional, people-first leadership skills your company desires. Check us out and see what amazing change we can bring to your team.
Confidence Building
Sometimes we just need a cheerleader.
In my communication development and confidence building courses, we’ll work together on:
evaluating your actions from someone else’s point of view
feeling comfortable engaging in conversation and making eye contact
presenting yourself confidently, especially when you’re feeling nervous
Leadership Development
Are you in a leadership position or do you desire to be? I will help you see yourself from the other person’s perspective and recognize how to earn their respect by:
understanding the mechanics of good communication
tweaking your leadership style so others will respond to you
leading with an impactful “Servant Leadership” attitude
Performance Coaching
All the world’s a stage! Be it an audition,
a performance, an interview or a presentation, we’ll come up with a
game plan that prioritizes:
feeling prepared and embracing your role fearlessly
seeing yourself from an audience’s point of view
discovering and developing new characters, voices and personalities
“When the pandemic hit, our 800k-person company all became virtual. I had major presentations and celebrity interviews to conduct- all virtually with an audience of over 1k. Julie helped me not only look better on camera but gave me the tools I needed to polish my overall style, while embracing what came to me naturally. Through this, I met more people, expanded my network, and was asked to host several virtual events with total ease. Thank you Julie!!!”
::Eddie Sanchez, Executive Assistant
“I’m so grateful that my company has invested in me by bringing Julie into my professional life! Not only is she fun and inspiring to work with, but she has helped shape the next steps in my career as a young leader within my company. Julie has a supportive way of providing thought-provoking perspectives in every situation and creates a safe space to work through problems, solutions, and steps for change. Her dedication to listening, learning, and providing the support that each individual needs, is something that I cannot recommend enough for those interested in advancing their careers as a committed team player, good communicator, and active leader”
::Sarah Perkins, VP of Partner Services
“Julie was such a pleasure to work with. Her insight was invaluable and guided me through an important time in my career! She motivated me to find answers to questions I had for a long time. Our discussions were enlightening and I feel fortunate to have had the chance to work with Julie.”
::Amira Ward, Sr. Director of Talent
“As a new manager, my company provided me the opportunity to be coached by Julie Johnston on how to navigate these new professional uncharted territories. She has been a sounding board and a mentor, helping me build the confidence to lead, forge new connections with other peers, and rid myself of the imposter syndrome we all feel in new roles. I’m really grateful for the experience.”
::Elias Khoury, Senior Brand Strategist
“The tips, tools, and techniques Julie patiently taught me during our one-on-one coaching sessions were an invaluable investment for my career. Within just a few short months of coaching, I received a promotion which resulted in a 30% salary increase. It was even noted that I had substantially improved my communication and conflict-resolution skills. Without Julie’s coaching, that would not have been possible.”
::Jeannine Goldsmith, Senior Consultant
Contact
Please submit the form below to connect with me. Your first session is complimentary as we get to know each other and strategize our time together: where do your interest lie, where are you feeling challenged, what are you goals and how would you like to improve?
Sessions are available in a variety of formats — in person or virtual, one-on-one, as a group or even a family. Fees will be discussed upfront and based on your individual needs.