The Story Behind the Career and Education Coach From the time I was a child, education was very important to me. Prior to getting into a serious relationship with my husband I questioned how the military lifestyle would, or even could, work with my career goals and professional aspirations. I had spent a great deal of time and money in school preparing myself for a rewarding, fulfilling career, and I wondered whether becoming a part of the military community meant giving up on my own hopes and dreams. It took me countless hours of research, a lot of unnecessary worry, perseverance and the advice of experienced military spouses for me to discover that it is entirely possible to have a successful career, while my husband pursued his own. I love coaching fellow military spouses because I save them the time, frustration and apprehension that I experienced when I was trying to figure it all out. As we enter into the military life as a new spouse, we may experience a bit of culture shock. By providing military spouses with career and education counseling guidance, I aim to alleviate some of that discomfort and eliminate any fear. I designed my coaching around empowering military spouses to discover and fulfill their career and educational goals We certainly face added struggles in this lifestyle, but we also have unique opportunities available to us because of our military affiliation. It is key for us to utilize all of the opportunities at our disposal so that we can make the most of this wonderful military journey?challenges and all!

My Commitment to Coaching As a coach, I know how important it is to understand what military spouses are experiencing every day. To provide my clients with the best coaching services they have ever experienced, it is important that I understand their daily lives. As a military wife myself, I have a firsthand account of this lifestyle. Additionally, I am a member of the Colorado Advisory Council on Military Education and National Career Development Association, serve on the Veterans Resource Central Leadership Team , volunteer for the USO and Operation Homefront, and am the acting Ambassador for the Fort Carson, Colorado Spouse Centrals Online Relocation Resource.

My Credentials Master?s in Adult Education and Training - Colorado State University Certified Career Management Coach - Career Coach Academy Certificate in Adult Learning, Training, and Development - Regis University Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration - Muhlenberg College

My Relocations Moving is simply part of the military lifestyle. I have made relocations ranging from across the country to across the street. My travels thus far have included: Poconos, Pennsylvania London, England Allentown, Pennsylvania Colorado Springs, Colorado

~~~ It is my pleasure to provide you with the opportunity to experience a career counseling session or education coaching session at no cost and no obligation. All interested military members may receive one complimentary 30-minute coaching session to determine if career coaching is right for you. I offer a complete range of career counseling services, including resume critiques, mock interviews, job search resources, college decision-making strategies and guidance on using military spouse benefits. Though based at Fort Carson, CO, telephone coaching is available internationally. Call (719) 480-8037 or email Stacy@MilitarySpouseCareerCoach.com