Client Testimonials
Over the past few years we’ve worked with women at many stages of life from starting careers, transitioning into entrepreneurship, growing a business and starting to plan for retirement.
Whether you are starting a business and have questions, have been in business for some time and want someone to review your current financial situation or are nearing the end of your working career and are planning your next move, Evolution Financial Coaching can help.
Don’t take my word for it, hear how others have been impacted with Financial Coaching.
“I have been exploring the idea of expanding my business for a while now. I was definitely feeling overwhelmed until I started working with Laurie. She has taken the time to understand
what my needs are and the direction I want to go. From there, she has set me up with a framework that I can easily work with
and adapt to.”
– Maureen S.
https://sagetherapeutics.net/
“Before I worked with Laurie, I was unsure of the best way to use my resources to retire effectively. No one teaches you what it means to retire. They tell you to save money, but they don't tell you all the decisions that need to be made as you begin to get to the age where your ready to retire. Laurie allowed me to choose a path of learning with her, that now allows me to feel much more confident as I move through the next few years into retirement. I have already recommended her to other friends and have shared my learning with my daughters.”
– Liz S.
“Laurie is not only a brilliant financial coach, but she is also a super advocate for women entrepreneurs! I came to Laurie with a new and growing vacation rental business that had confusing accounting, all mixed up with my personal finances. Now, what used to feel overwhelming and complicated, is clear and simple. Laurie helped me find ways to expand my business earnings while lowering my tax obligation. She's just such a joy to work with and her enthusiasm is contagious! Managing my money is actually fun now and I'm so much more confident in my financial plan for the future. Thank you, Laurie!!!”
– Julie M.
“Laurie was instrumental in guiding me through the preparation and action phases of shifting from a safe full-time job to an exciting entrepreneurial career running my own business. Within the first year of working with her, I paid off $15,000 in debt and set-up my savings account to support me through the first 6 months of running my business full-time. During this transition, I unexpectedly had major health setbacks in which she was extremely supportive, held space for me during our sessions, and took a true interest in my life beyond me as a business owner. She sent me numerous resources both related to my financial goals and my personal challenges and modeled flexibility to meet me where I was at while honoring her own boundaries - truly inspirational! If you are looking to get grounded in your finances with a kind and compassionate soul, I highly recommend Laurie as a financial coach. She will guide you through new financial mindsets and hold you to your financial goals while supporting your dreams!”
– Tara C
“Over the course of five months, working with EFC, my net worth has increased 17%, my credit score by 12 points and I’ve begun investing in the stock market with confidence. My coach took the time to help me feel more secure about my financial health by providing me with tools and resources to continue growing and enhancing my financial portfolio. My coach was knowledgeable, professional and compassionate. I would recommend EFC to anyone who is looking for a comprehensive financial transformation.”
– Melissa W.
“Laurie had a simple, practical plan for me to follow to organize my finances, something I have wanted to do for years. She kept me accountable for doing my homework and staying on track. Now I have a plan that is easy to update month by month and gives me both a granular and big picture view of my finances to help with decision-making. She even made it fun!”
– Anne B.
“Laurie always met me with a smile and a positive attitude. She helped me create spreadsheets and future outlook planning that I am using as I move forward. She reaffirmed my confidence often and told me, you can do this and you are doing this.”
– Liesje
“As a recently widowed woman in her early 70's the financial counseling was exactly what I needed to get on track with my finances and get the confidence I need to go forward. Having three sessions with ample time in between allowed me to do my "homework" and use the information I gained and move onto the next level with my questions and focus. I also now have someone I can contact annually or as needed. Laurie's patience and friendly manner made me feel at ease immediately. Having these sessions was one of the best decisions I have made now that I am on my own. I would recommend these services to anyone of any age. I now feel my "house is in order" and I can handle things well.”
– Ellen S.
“Working with Laurie has been transformational for me personally and professionally. Her kind, understanding and knowledgeable approach has been very supportive to me as I am growing as a solopreneur, managing my finances as an independent woman and learning to balance my work and home life. I have been working with her for almost two years and highly recommend it to anyone wanting to feel supported as they navigate the complexities of money management with a deeper understanding of the emotional, mental and spiritual balance required to thrive in life. Her compassionate presence makes me feel like I can always be fully myself and speak with honesty about financial subjects, which is hard to find! Laurie is truly amazing! .”
– Joanie
“Working with Laurie was so helpful for getting a grasp on my current financial situation and for making a plan for the future. My goal was to be more intentional about what I do with my income and this was a great first step! I imagine we'll be working together again in the future. Thanks Laurie!”
– Heather D.
“Laurie has helped me develop a creative and unique approach to investing that works for me and my family. She is open-minded and provides great ideas that has helped us grow and diversify our financial portfolio. She is a great listener, thoughtful, and always teaches me something new. I look forward to our meetings and find that it has helped me prioritize managing our finances on a more regular basis.”
– Allyson P.
“Into my 50's, I felt out of control with money. Financial management is a personal and sometimes emotional topic necessitating an approach that responds to both the logic of money management, and the emotional reaction finances creates in each of us. Laurie found that sweet spot after patiently working through my ups and downs of becoming accountable for my spending. After years of living beyond my means, Laurie has introduced me to a system that has changed my thinking from: “How much can I spend”, to “How much can I save.” It's been life changing and empowering to pre-plan how to use an upcoming bonus check that includes paying down debt and simultaneously adding to my savings. In the past, that money would have come and gone, and I'd have been baffled about how it disappeared so quickly. Laurie has slowly taught me the skills I've needed to become independent in using a pre-planning system that keeps me accountable. I actually look forward to planning for each paycheck, rather than living in fear that I won't have enough money to cover all my expenses. This work is also helping me to set up for retirement - a topic I used to feel helpless about, but now can face with growing confidence that I will, with Laurie's help, develop a plan that will allow me to live the lifestyle I envision for myself.”
– Leslie O.
“Evolution Financial Coaching took us from a disorganized mess to a manageable financial life. We've gone from being panicky and pessimistic to feeling hopeful and in control, with the organized finances to back up our decisions and life choices.”
– Krissie O
“I was feeling hopeless about my financial future before starting with Evolution Coaching. I did not think retiring was anything I would be able to do. I opened my eyes to my past financial spending and realized that I need to change my spending habits. I do have hope for the future now and have a retirement plan. I wish I had found Evolution Coaching or had financial advice many years ago. I could have saved/invested a lot more money than I did.”
– Lestra S
“When I first started working with Laurie, I had no idea ow much I needed her! Through patient conversation and helpful tools, she’s helped me organize an understanding of my financial situation and future. I can’t recommend working with her enough!”
– Annie K
thewildbalance.com
“Before meeting with Laurie, I had a never-ending voice in my brain saying “I need to do something with my finances”. But, I lacked knowledge and confidence to take care of any of it. After meeting with Laurie, I am more organized, confident, and knowledgeable about my personal finances than I have ever been before. Without her help, I was “stuck”. With her help, I now feel capable. It's a good way to feel.
– Courtney G.