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Five years ago, I sat across from Kim for the first time- delicately building walls out of the white, fluffs of stale popcorn spilled out on the table between us- and told her that I was drowning in a sea of good things. An over-scheduled, over-crowded, over-managed busy-ness of my own making, that was keeping me spread far too thin to do anything about all those things I was now being called to. Things like sitting down and actually writing a book called Dirt. I told her I was a pecan tree, breaking my own back in this pursuit of more until I just might split right down the middle, all in the name of holding on to these good things that have been grown. Terrified that without them, I wasn’t sure I would know who I was anymore. It was there in that moment that Kim asked me in that signature, point blank, one half sweet tea, one half sucker punch, see right into your SOUL way that she has about her,  “So. Are you putting your faith in the fruit… or the One who grew it in the first place?” I hired her right there on the spot. And together, we set about dismantling this ticking time-bomb of a belief I have held in my tired, shaking hands my entire life that says: you are only as worthy of love as your latest achievement. And there hasn’t been a day since then that she hasn't been walking alongside me to see not only this book come to life, but to powerfully guide who I was becoming in the process. This “Mary” that exists behind all the capes and masks and sweet buttercream frosting of MORE. This girl in the red cape, escaping her way out of the deep dark woods, who finally gave herself permission to stop running. Kim, from reading multiple drafts to daily check-ins, you have pushed me to fight for something better than “draft one,” to believe that grace and reconciliation are always worth the fight. Thank you for Whiteboard-ing it all out so I could finally see it: these two parts- The Girl Before and The Girl After- were always stitched together by a turning of the page called “But God.” I’ll never be able to un-see it now. Thank you for helping me silence the wolf. Thank you for helping me take back reclaimed ground. Thank you for being the guide always pointing me back home, to a spacious place. You are not just my coach, but I am now honored to call you one of my very best friends. The ripple effects from you standing strong in your space on the shore will part the waters for generations to come.

- Mary Marantz, Author of Dirt & Slow Growth Equals Strong Roots, marymarantz.com

Kim is a gift. Her ability to listen, collaborate, and engage on my dreams / goals / visions is invaluable. She's able to help me further focus what I'm trying to achieve and accomplish and also speak into the things I might not need to work on at the current moment. She's someone who can help you really hyper-focus on what matters.

- Molly Stillman, Writer & Business With Purpose Podcast Host, stillbeingmolly.com

Kim is like a treasure hunter for lost and wandering souls. She has a way of helping you dig deep into your “why”— asking thought-provoking, soul-searching questions to help you find your true North. For years, I’d been been asleep to my calling as a storyteller. Kim helped me understand why I wasn’t fulfilled in my previous career and helped me uncover my purpose both personally and professionally. She continues to provide steady encouragement, helping me to break through the mental roadblocks and “what ifs” that we dreamers so often become entangled by. If you know you want something bigger for your life but can’t articulate what it is or how to get there, I can’t recommend Kim and The Whiteboard Room team enough!

- Michelle Loufman, Visual Storyteller

Two years ago, I came to Kim for coaching, desperate to define my businesses and grow them into what I knew they could be. I thought we'd be just digging into business, I had no idea how much of what I would learn would transform every aspect of my life. Kim's coaching is centered around strengthening relationships - the one you have with yourself being just as important as the ones you have with your spouse, children, and clients. Now I have two businesses that are thriving, a marriage that has strengthened and grown as well as relationships with my children that I am proud of - I am no longer the mom locked in her office trying to get it all done!  I could tell you how my business has reached and surpassed income goals or about my dream clients that I am booking...but what I am most proud of from working with Kim, is how I have changed. God is in charge of my business, I have a mission that reflects that belief, goals that support it, and a life that reflects it.

- Amber Russell, Copy Writer, amberlearussell.com

As an entrepreneur and owner of 3 businesses, there is no one you can ask for advice on business strategy. That's because it is you who is making the tough decisions, it is you who is steering the ship. I know that personally I work better when I can bounce ideas of someone who is knowledgeable, grounded and sees the big picture. That is Kim of The Whiteboard Room. Not only does she have this amazing way to ask the right questions, she is really good at listening so she can understand you and your business. When I began working with Kim it was to help me improve my business, what resulted was how I can improve my life. My work with her every month for the last couple of years has been invaluable. I literally count down the days to our monthly meeting and make sure nothing interferes with our time. I can't say that of most meetings! I went a step further and coordinated to meet with her for a full day in person this January for a business strategy session. I can tell you as a seasoned business owner, it was better than any workshop I could have attended. It was personalized to me and was exactly what I needed to start off my year with intention. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

- Tricia McCormack, Photographer, triciamccormack.com

In the last year, Kim has rewired the way I set goals and go after what I want. Someone who is capable of seeing and activating the bigger picture, Kim inspires and pushes her clients to new levels. Before working with Kim I had a lot of goals but struggled to execute them. I felt defeated numerous times because, no matter how many times I wrote the goals down, I wasn't capable of turning my dreams into a reality. Kim stepped in to walk the journey of goal-setting with me. She taught how to break down goals into action steps while showing me how to make room for what really matters. Especially being self-employed, it was so helpful to work with Kim monthly to prioritize my health, finance, and career goals. I will thank Kim and her beautiful work for years to come as her structure continues to guide me to this day. If you are looking to be motivated and finally make progress then Kim is your best option. Get ready for a cheerleader, a go-getter and a great friend to join your team.

- Hannah Brencher, Author of If You Find This Letter, Come Matter Here, & Fighting Forward, HannahBrencherCreative.com

Kim took our program to the next level. She takes complicated processes and distills them down to something useable and manageable. She is a woman of impeccable character & is extremely reliable. She is a natural born coach & can lead your business or your personal life to clear goals, definable success & clarified purpose.

- Kyle Dennard

I arrived at our goal-setting intensive with a handful of words and phrases, a jumbled mix of ideas, and a whole list of questions about how to move forward. Quite honestly, I was wondering if I should even keep pursuing the work in front of me. Kim took my seemingly unrelated ideas and magically revealed meaning in them. In only six months of working together, I have been able to gently pursue my goals, in a way that feels sustainable and focused on the bigger picture. The strength of Kim's coaching is the way she excavates your vision, then connects it to the smaller, on-the-ground decisions you make every day.

- Jenna Brack, Writer, jennabrack.com

I was initially interested in working with Kim because of her expertise in goal setting. My enneagram 3 self was in need of someone to help me truly move the needle in my business. But from our very first conversation I realized that I had luckily stumbled upon so much more than a business coach in Kim. Over the past two and half years, she has patiently listened to me voice fears and concerns and has helped me quiet those doubts, steady my heart, and embrace my purpose. Kim’s insights and pointed-yet-loving questions have pushed me to be more present in my life and with my family, as well as to be more intentional about the choices I make in my business. As a multi-passionate creative my goals continue to evolve and Kim is always there as a wise sounding board and cheerleader. She’s helped me build a successful version of my photography business and launch a wedding-education brand. And she’s now by my side as I embark on a third business venture. I’m so grateful for her partnership and support.

- Lynne Reznick, Photographer, lynnereznickphotography.com + Founder, lakecitycoworking.com