Hi, I'm The Guilt-Free Coach, Victoria Cook, ACC. I'm a Professionally trained and Certified Executive and Personal Coach. After becoming a mother myself, I became passionate about helping other ambitious working Moms (and Dads) live Guilt-Free using my unique 4-step process for reclaiming time and energy and accomplishing what really matters.

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A bit more about me...

My husband, Brian, and I became parents of two children after almost 10 years of marriage. We were granted guardianship of our nephew, who was ten at the time, then 18 months later, just to make things more interesting, I gave birth to our son. Having a teen and a toddler sure makes life exciting!

While learning to juggle work and motherhood I utilized many of the same tools and techniques I use when working with my clients. While we're not perfect parents by any means, we've attained good family harmony and balance. I've learned juggling my love for family and my passions is an ongoing process.

Longing to share the benefits I've experienced, I'm passionate about helping other parents find harmony, attain business success, AND live Guilt-Free!

After working with me, clients feel they have greater balance in their life, excel in their business and, most importantly, have more time for themselves and their families. Don't just take my word for it. See for yourself what some of my clients are saying after working with me.

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My background & training...

With 18 years of corporate experience in my background in the areas of technology, communications and corporate culture change, I bring big business expertise to the small business owner. I enjoy helping working Moms (and Dads) find that right balance for their life AND grow their business in a balanced way.

In 2003 I pursued professional training as a coach and graduated from CTI (The Coaches Training Institute) in 2004. In February 2007 I earned the Associate Certified Coach designation through the International Coach Federation (ICF), the governing body of the coaching profession.

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Professional Associations...

I am proud to be a member of the International Coach Federation, the Chicago Coach Federation (the Chicago chapter of ICF), and the International Association of Coaches.

Locally, I'm an active member of the Barrington Area Professional Women's group serving as the Marketing Chair and the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce, where I serve as Co-Chair of the Small Office Home Office group.

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Misc...

In addition to Coaching, I'm an energetic speaker, offering presentations and workshops on topics such as work-life balance, time and stress management, personal fulfillment and life purpose. On a personal note, my other interests include photography, scrapbooking, dog training, and bicycling.

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