At the risk of sounding a bit dramatic, Carl may have truly revived my career. I was fortunate enough to find him as a coach just before hitting a VERY rough patch in my current role. Through very productive sessions improving my leadership/influencing skills to conflict resolution frameworks and strategies, every session, discussion, and assignment was immediately useful. Working with Carl has not only improved my mindset, it has truly improved my entire situation.

Tomas Ball, Account Director, Salesforce

I worked with Carl for a year on my professional development. I was very pleased with our time together. The value of this coaching program is awesome! Carl coached me along on my strengths, but pushed me outside of my comfort zone. I was put in a "stretch zone". Periodically through the year he recommended some good books that complemented my coaching program. The on-line resources provided by Better Up were great. I highly recommend this program and Carl in particular to anyone seeking to elevate their professional development, and take it to the next level.

John Amott, Southern California Edison, Environmental Specialist

My experience with Carl was nothing short of life-changing. First, he has a great way of making you feel comfortable so you are more inclined to share the reality of what you want to work on and what you're experiencing. He knows exactly how to get to the root of the matter and gives you tools so you can do the work. I've always said I know what's right, I just don't have the tools in my toolbox to fix the problem and now I do. He is so exceptional at what he does and I'm even paying it forward by giving others the guidance he's given me. He has literally changed my life.

Rachel

Carl is an inspiring coach. He helped me navigate a difficult situation at work with grace and optimism. He had great advice as I transitioned to a new team, and met a new manager, direct reports, and clients. With his help, I gained more confidence in my work and learned effective tactics to advocate for myself. I now feel happier and more motivated at work. Most importantly, I gained tools that will help me achieve my future goals.

Rina Herrero | FCB Chicago | Account Director

Carl guided me consistently through various exercises, tools and mindset-shifts that, once applied regularly, I witnessed what I called a “miraculous” transformation in my work (and personal) life! For the first time in my life, I am embracing my own power and am able to be the grounding energy that produces better results with my team, my superiors, and subsequently with our projects. My anxiety and stress levels have drastically decreased while my work output, team’s engagement and my own job satisfaction have drastically increased! In short, Carl is an alchemist that guides his clients while they transform themselves. I can’t recommend him enough!

-Becky, Senior Director, Social Responsibility

Carl is very patient and allows discoveries to happen - and when they happen they seem more profound due to this approach. I hope to continue this program for longer than the scheduled time period.

-Bhavin

Carl is an exceptional coach. He consistently provides direct feedback by interpreting and naming the source, summing up occurrences and providing helpful methods for improvement. I've worked through years and years of childhood issues very quickly with Carl.

-Phyllis D.

Working with Carl has been both beneficial and enjoyable. Carl had some rich ideas as well as practical tips that really helped increase my awareness of joy and freedom. I appreciate the generosity with which he shared his insight and compassion when we would work together to discover a greater understanding. What a gift our sessions were for me! Thanks Carl.

-Kathy Turner

I have known for Carl for over six years. He has assisted me tremendously in finding my voice, understanding my past and dreaming BIG to create my future. Through these years I have grown in ways that I did not believe were possible. Carl's gentle spirit illuminates all around his insights, speaking from his heart without judgment and open to all that is exchanged. He has had many colorful life experiences and relates so well to all life happenings. I love how he integrates spirit with intuition with concrete past childhood experiences, opening the path to beauty, acceptance and evolution of self!

-Carolyn Estay

The hallmark of an effective leader is that they have done their own work. In a leadership role, this effective leader continues to self-check and continue their own spiritual and psychological work.

Carl Barringer is such a leader. He is scrupulous in his on-going efforts to expand and evolve. He is unceasing in his dedication to his spiritual path, and the accruing of new skills that he willingly passes on to his clients.

You will find in Carl a blend of gentleness and strength. Carl offers a rare brand of kindness coupled with a deep wisdom. He is creative and playful when needed, and dedicated and determined to go the extra mile. Carl will assist you to successfully discover new dimensions to your goals, and will support you in transcending your roadblocks and will teach you to flourish.

-Eileen O'Donnell

Working with Carl has been a most positive emotional growth experience. I have grown in so many ways that I never expected and I owe it to the simple, honest, gentle guidance Carl's presence. Carl offers processes and guidance in a way that I can understand it. And, if I don't -- he patiently offers a variety of ways to look at something and work through it until I do. He's very non-judgmental which is so helpful when trying to heal one's self. Calm, knowledgeable, comfortable, perceptive...just begins to give you a picture of Carl, a man who has guided me out of confusion and into peace and a life filled with more self-appreciation.

-A Keller

I’m writing to share my coaching experience with Carl Barringer. I work in an industry that is male-dominated. While I am very good at what I do, I always felt like I was a backup player. Carl helped me see that I did not need to change the whole industry or even my company (which is quite large). Instead I simply needed to challenge and change the context of what my role is along with my view of what power is. I now perform at a higher level. My focus is on my contribution. My communication is more direct. I now have many more ways to create "wins" in any situation. And as a bonus, I am more comfortable with all aspects of my life. This is not something I could have done myself. I credit Carl’s listening, insightfulness, compassion, enthusiasm and clarity as playing a significant role in helping me with my development. I am very grateful for my work with Carl. I heartily recommend Carl’s coaching to anyone who is seeking to optimize and enhance their professional efforts.

-Sandra