People

Pathways Endlessly Intersecting

Whether it’s Blogger or WordPress, to newsletter or not to newsletter, what exactly is a marketing list and how do I build one?, what and why to write (content), or using Twitter & Facebook; bringing change, birthing hope and teaching others how to come from Love or looking at an astrology chart; how I help people ranges. I thought I’d tell you about a few of the people I’m currently working with.

Here is a glimpse of what my intersections look like.

Getting Their Tech Savvy On

Lee Miller

Lee is a life coach. She did a workshop and later began working together privately. She started out using Blogger and eventually grew into getting her Word Press on. With some “branding” help from me, we designed a blog she is happy to hang out on, so she can get her business writing thing on and build her online business using technology to reach people. She is 63.

Recently Lee asked me about Aweber. She already has a free Feedburner email subscription on her website and wanted to look at creating her first marketing list. I tell Lee that “Yes I can help you walk through all the steps to create that first list.

“Mynde is a brilliant tech savvy coach, but she’s so much more–she is an intuitive and compassionate coach also. I learned the tech stuff around Blogger and I definitely had my tech boldness on. But there was one thing holding me back–me! Mynde is especially skilled at listening. She helped me kick butt on some serious fear issues around the content of my blog. She was a tremendous encourager and really helped me go to the edge of my perfectionism and procrastination and jump off! I did and I am forever grateful that Mynde sees deeper, listens deeper, supports deeper and cares deeper. She doesn’t just give a workshop, she gives you a whole new way of bringing your “A” game to the table!”
Lee Miller, The Flourishing Woman

Christiane Holmquist

Christiane is a Landscape Designer in San Diego. When she contacted me, she was already working with WordPress. Christiane is very much a do-it-herself gal. For herself and her landscape design business. If she’s going to have a website for her biz, she’s decided she wants to be in control of it and to make changes herself. We talk about writing. Discuss ideas. She gives me some “logo” artwork she already had that I used to put together a custom look & feel for her blog.

Christiane and I have also worked together on making her web presence more search engine friendly. I helped her with choosing and using plugins (like All-In-One SEO Pack). Plus, she is taking advantage of free stuff from Google like Google Analytics (measures her website’s traffic) and other free resources (like @SEOSteve’s  free SEO guide) that helps her understand what keywords are and how to use them in her content.

“I have never been able to hire someone other than your services and have tackled most of my problems alone, especially my gardening frustration, so thank you for your good ideas on helping me build my blog!” Christiane Holmquist, Christiane Holmquist Landscape Designs

Julie Johnston

Julie had a static website when we met. She also had a free blogspot blog over at (Google’s) Blogger. Her static, just-sitting-there-website, that continuously accumulated things for her website to-do list of things Julie wanted to change (like prices or new stuff). So I chatted Julie up about how she could take advantage of her free blogspot address to create a web presence she could make changes to herself. We replicated all the good stuff from her old static site, put a “pretty” domain name on it (http://www.heartofthespirit.com) and voila, Julie had a place for her business online. Today Julie accepts online payments and allows people to schedule themselves into her calendar right from her webpage.

Julie has also been exploring how writing gives her an opportunity to expand herself and business in ways she hadn’t considered before. When she posts new content at her blog, her Facebook profile automatically picks it up, expanding her outreach.  Julie currently shares messages and articles that talk about change & growth through her own unique perspective and experiences.

Mynde combines deep wisdom with sharp wit and intelligence. She is an exceptional listener with great skill in translating what you said into how she can best help you. Like a breath of fresh air that anyone would benefit from working with her. Blessings to you Mynde!

Finding Their Fearless Selves

Cyndi Carr
Cyndi and I first started working together on the life management side of things. She recently decided to take a closer look at how it might be possible for her to put herself online and open herself up for business as a coach! She started out with a profile on Facebook and is contemplating the blog question as-we-speak. Stay tuned!

“Even though I am a coach myself, I chose Mynde as my coach because she is intuitive, anchored in integrity and fun!! She is the most cost effective way to grow. You will love her!!

Lee Miller
Yes I did already mention Lee above in the tech savvy part. She just happened to also get curious about fear when she realized that IT was what was between her and getting her tech stuff figured out.

As I was in the process of learning to get my tech savvy on, I noticed a gnawing sense of things like: “Lee, you’re not ready yet; your website isn’t good enough; writing a blog and pressing “publish”—yikes.” During that class, Mynde mentioned fear in light of many participant’s questions and trepidation about not being “ready enough.” That was it. I had to know more about this fear thing because in my heart I knew that was what was holding me back—in many areas of my life.

She brought her fear Jedi out of hiding and has access to clearer pathways in terms of what’s next for her and her business. Well, and she’s made a whole lot of sense out of why she did some of the stuff she did in her life (putting herself down, compromising her own needs for the needs of another, sorting out where her strength and power comes from and how to take better care of that) which just spill out naturally into all other areas of her life: her business, her husband, and her family & friends.

What surprised me was that nothing “bad” happened–that I didn’t die—even though I took on stuff that I had long ago put on a very unreachable, top shelf named “too hard, too painful, no way!” In fact, the more I go towards my fear–now that I understand it’s cunning game–the more clear I am about continuing to take on things that has been in the “no way zone” of my life. I ask myself, “Is this the voice of fear and the voice of freedom/love?” It’s comforting, at last, to know the difference. I am grateful beyond words–Mynde is an exceptional coach!

Mary G., Anaheim, CA

I wanted relief from fear & anxiety. I wanted to experience more peace, joy and fulfillment. Mynde helped me understand my core fear, develop greater compassion for myself as well as take the steps necessary to feel really good about myself. Working with Mynde gave me so much understanding as to why I am the way I am with myself, and more importantly skills and tools to recreate the kind of me that I truly want to be. She also helped me own how I really need to be doing my personal growth Law Of Attraction work as my full time income if I ever want to be truly fulfilled with my work. I now am on the path to my life’s work!

Vince V. Alhambra, CA

I was lost in this lonely world, not knowing if I belong. I felt trapped and my self esteem was at an all time low. I wanted relief in understanding why I felt this way. The initial thought by working with you is to find out how to unload the burden of a directionless soul. I ended up knowing who I am and understanding that I was meant to be here, that I have a purpose. It was more than I hoped for. The result is worth more than the money I paid because I’m happier. I learned how to tackle fear and my self esteem is at an all time high. I learned to understand where people come from and “why” they feel a certain way. I would recommend to those who want to change their lives and want to start living instead of worrying.

Steve Goodyear, Anaheim, CA

“Working with Mynde as a coach has been nothing short of life changing. From the minute we began our first coaching session she has remained laser focused on and brilliantly aware of the goals I set for myself. Now, not only have we reached, but far surpassed my original expectations. For anyone wishing to stretch and expand their soul, live fearless, become more deliberate and own their autonomy, I urge you to engage Mynde. She is a rare treasure.”

Lori Eyster, Ohio

“Mynde gets results from me as a life coach. She is thoughtful, compassionate, and extremely trusting. Mynde has a vision of support that is grounded and focused with my utmost growth in mind. You can count on her support like nothing else. I would strongly recommend Mynde for any type of individual or group coaching as she brings a unique and trusting approach to personal and professional opportunities for growth.”

Denise Green, Avon Lake, OH

“When I began coaching, I felt that I would never feel better about myself and my relationships. I did not know if the coaching would help or not. I was fearful of many things and situations and as I moved through my coaching, I started feeling much better about myself and was able to deal with situations differently.

Today, even though I continually use my tools provided through the coaching sessions, I am able to take care of myself, find time for myself and my relationships have flourished.

This has been the greatest investment I have ever made. The coach makes the experience. It is important
to mesh with your coach, which was easy with Mynde. Mynde is an excellent coach because she is kind, compassion and loving through the entire process. In addition, she challenges you when needed, but in a way that makes you think about what the truth feels like for you. So many times we hide behind our fears and are not true to ourselves. Mynde makes you feel comfortable and has the knowledge and wherewithal to help you overcome your fears.

I would recommend coaching to everyone. It has changed my life immensely and I thank both myself and Mynde for the commitment we made to make a difference.

We all have fears of some sort, so everyone and anyone can gain from coaching sessions.”

Amy Miyamoto, San Diego, CA

“Participating in Mynde’s study groups have been a truly eye-opening experience. Mynde’s wonderful skills as a facilitator coupled with the support of the other participants enabled me to realize how many areas of my life have been permeated by fear. The weekly dialogues and Mynde’s integration suggestions helped me to successfully hold myself accountable for making changes in my life and to begin moving forward toward a more authentic future.

Since completing my first Fearbuster Group experience, I now start each day with a clear intention and end each day with the practices of gratitude and self-acknowledgement. These practices have had a profound impact on how I “show up” for my life and have allowed me to feel (perhaps for the first time) true self-acceptance. What a tremendous gift!

Thank you Mynde for your powerful guidance and support.”

Let Me See Stars For Them

Leigh Ellis

“I received the most wonderful, insightful and personally relevant astrological consultation I could have imagined from Mynde. She interpreted my natal chart with wisdom, compassion, humor and skill. I am still taking in all the insights and information I received from her. I will be contacting her again for her advice. I recommend that anyone else who is ready to take a step contact her as well.”

Charlie Gilkey

“If you need help finding yourself, talk to @MyndeMayfield. She seriously rocked my existential world this evening in a good, needed way.”

Desiree in Seattle, WA

My astrology consult with Mynde provided exactly the insight I needed. I came to her looking for reassurance that I was on the right path in making some big life changes during the upcoming year and I walked away with the information I needed as well as some important, yet unexpected, reminders about key life themes. Mynde combines her expert coaching skills and intuition with an ability to make sense out of the overwhelming world of astrology soup.