Stories from clients.
Markus’s kind and nurturing spirit led me through a journey that both empowered me to shift my perspective and clarified the power I possessed to be in control of how I respond to difficult situations. I left every session with practical tools to address whatever we had worked on that day. If you feel somehow you’ve become blocked artistically, Markus can help you not only unlock your artistic energy, but also help you chart out a path toward an intentional and fulfilling life.
–Terrence Chin Loy, Tenor/Opera Singer
–Terrence Chin Loy, Tenor/Opera Singer
Opera Singer Rediscovers Her Voice
The issue: A seasoned opera singer was overwhelmed by her self-criticism and internal critics.
The work: Together we examined these harsh internal voices that were sabotaging her expression, reframing and learning how they can actually serve her in a productive and positive way.
The result: She learned when examined closely, her negative voices actually want to protect her. With this knowledge, she harnessed and redirected those impulses in service of her artistic expression. With her refocused energy, she is able to step fully into auditions and as a result, consistently books more work. Most importantly, she has reconnected with her deepest purpose and is able to enjoy auditioning and performing for the first time in years.
Composer Turns "Salesy" Into Excitement
The issue: A performer and composer wasn't comfortable "selling" himself, yet needed to promote his work in order to further his career.
The work: In our sessions together, he got in touch with the deepest "whys" of his work. From there, we discussed tools he could use and identified reminders to help him access this genuine excitement before having conversations with potential producers.
The result: He was able to rediscover and articulate his passion about his art, in a way that resonates with him. He is now to talk about his work in a way that excites and engages presenters. By genuinely understanding his purpose and using reminders to focus on the bigger picture, he is able to fully engage conversations with those who can help him bring his vision to life.
The issue: A seasoned opera singer was overwhelmed by her self-criticism and internal critics.
The work: Together we examined these harsh internal voices that were sabotaging her expression, reframing and learning how they can actually serve her in a productive and positive way.
The result: She learned when examined closely, her negative voices actually want to protect her. With this knowledge, she harnessed and redirected those impulses in service of her artistic expression. With her refocused energy, she is able to step fully into auditions and as a result, consistently books more work. Most importantly, she has reconnected with her deepest purpose and is able to enjoy auditioning and performing for the first time in years.
Composer Turns "Salesy" Into Excitement
The issue: A performer and composer wasn't comfortable "selling" himself, yet needed to promote his work in order to further his career.
The work: In our sessions together, he got in touch with the deepest "whys" of his work. From there, we discussed tools he could use and identified reminders to help him access this genuine excitement before having conversations with potential producers.
The result: He was able to rediscover and articulate his passion about his art, in a way that resonates with him. He is now to talk about his work in a way that excites and engages presenters. By genuinely understanding his purpose and using reminders to focus on the bigger picture, he is able to fully engage conversations with those who can help him bring his vision to life.
Frequently asked questions.
What is coaching?
Coaching is a powerful relationship that helps you gain clarity and realize goals. You’ll receive support, learn tools to move through personal obstacles, and have an accountability partner to help you turn your insights into action.
What can I expect from a coaching session?
You can expect 100% of my attention and support, along with complete confidentiality. You can expect clarifying questions, fine-tuned action plans, and accountability. You can expect a safe place to explore and grow.
How is coaching different than therapy?
Coaching meets you where you are now and is action focused, whereas therapy generally focuses on the past and healing of traumas. Coaching focuses on personal growth and moving you toward your goals in the present moment.
How are sessions conducted?
Artistic Alignment sessions occur via video chat or phone calls and are 50 minutes per session. Due to the transformational nature of this work, an initial 3 month commitment is required.
You set the intention for our time together. I'll employ a wide variety of tools, from powerful questions to visualizations, that will address blocks and help develop tangible skills to move you forward. Every session will end with action steps we set together, and a time frame in which to complete them. We'll establish accountability around these actions and will have a check in via email when you've completed them. Everything we'll do is in service of helping you create the life you most long to live.
Coaching is a powerful relationship that helps you gain clarity and realize goals. You’ll receive support, learn tools to move through personal obstacles, and have an accountability partner to help you turn your insights into action.
What can I expect from a coaching session?
You can expect 100% of my attention and support, along with complete confidentiality. You can expect clarifying questions, fine-tuned action plans, and accountability. You can expect a safe place to explore and grow.
How is coaching different than therapy?
Coaching meets you where you are now and is action focused, whereas therapy generally focuses on the past and healing of traumas. Coaching focuses on personal growth and moving you toward your goals in the present moment.
How are sessions conducted?
Artistic Alignment sessions occur via video chat or phone calls and are 50 minutes per session. Due to the transformational nature of this work, an initial 3 month commitment is required.
You set the intention for our time together. I'll employ a wide variety of tools, from powerful questions to visualizations, that will address blocks and help develop tangible skills to move you forward. Every session will end with action steps we set together, and a time frame in which to complete them. We'll establish accountability around these actions and will have a check in via email when you've completed them. Everything we'll do is in service of helping you create the life you most long to live.