Results

Real Voices. Real Courage. Real Results.

What’s it like working with Shermain?

Dominique Ricketts, Director

Emanuel Gonzalez, Network Engineer

“When I started working with Shermain, I was really looking for that 'easy button' for success. I wanted to believe in myself more and see real financial growth, but I wasn't sure how to get there. I decided to invest in Shermain's coaching program. It wasn't just about the money; it was about getting the tools, guidance, and support I needed to push myself further.

Through Shermain's coaching, I was able to secure a new leadership role that increased my salary by 25%, resulting in a $100,000 return on investment. My confidence has skyrocketed, and I've developed the courage to take on challenges I wouldn't have before. It's not just about the financial gain, it's about becoming the person who can create those results.”

— Marcus McKibben, IT Leader - Phoenix, AZ

“I started working with Shermain because I was feeling drained and knew I needed to make some changes. I struggled to step back and let others lead. I wanted to develop leadership skills to serve my team better and help them grow as leaders.

I've become more vocal about my thoughts and feelings, which helped my team grow and allowed me to focus on strategic planning. This shift has been crucial in fostering a more autonomous and motivated team.

Team productivity has improved by 25%, and employee satisfaction scores increased by 15%, which feels incredibly rewarding. Thanks Shermain.”

— Jared H., IT Architect - Gilbert, AZ

“I was at a point in my life where I felt lost and uncertain about the future after the COVID pandemic impacted my career. I was hesitant to step outside my comfort zone. I wanted to be an entrepreneur and wasn’t making much traction.

While working with Shermain I felt encouraged and empowered. He helped me be in action and align my business vision with my core values. He helped me build a business that prioritizes my needs first - I’ve even prioritized my physical health and lost 40 lbs. Thanks a lot Shermain.”

— Declan L., Entrepreneur - Toronto, Canada

“I felt overwhelmed starting my coaching practice after leaving my government job. I struggled with self-doubt and wanted to establish myself as a credible and impactful coach in the industry. I kept questioning whether I had the skills and experience to make a real impact.

Working with Shermain has been a game-changer for my coaching business. I recently secured a $50,000 client, which was a huge milestone for me. Shermain's support boosted my confidence and helped me differentiate myself in a crowded industry, and I couldn’t be more grateful.”

— Alani B., Professional Coach - Helena, MO

“When I first came to Shermain, I was stuck. I wanted to start my business, but I kept thinking, 'What if I'm not good enough?' and 'What if I fail?'

Shermain helped me reconnect with my dream, stand in my power, and not only launch my business but sign my first client. I’ve integrated his teachings and feel empowered and confident. This is a testament to my capabilities and the work I’ve done. I'm very grateful, Shermain, that you didn't let me go when I was insecure and unsure about taking the step. Thank you for being there.”

— Bernard D., Entrepreneur - Phoenix, AZ

Real Results. Real Leaders. Names Changed.

The old me would have blew up. I could've got in a lot of trouble. But I was able to articulate myself and come to a resolution.

Before, I took work home every day. Hour to two per day was a norm. Now I spend more time with my wife. I listen more. The relationship with my kids is different. We talk more. I'm able to know what's going on with them. They're knowing what's going on with me. I'm there for them, but also being a good example for them and someone to look up to.

— austin t., senior director

The most emotional moment was when I told you I improved my A1C. I've lost 40 to 50 pounds. I can be around a little bit longer as a parent and husband.

Prior to this, I would wake up exhausted. I got little sleep. My diabetes was not controlled. Now? I no longer worry. I no longer stress. I no longer sit in the background—I allow my voice to be heard. I can do whatever I want to do. I believe in myself. Anything I want to do, I can achieve.

— malcolm g., senior director

I was so quick to put a bandaid on it. Now I'm letting the problem actually get healed.

We still start with 'How have you been better since last time we've met? What challenges have you overcome?' They take it back to their team. It's been like this domino ripping off on our entire organization. Staff are coming into my office and finishing conversations. It's created more accessibility to me. Honest conversations are my favorite conversations. It just became something that was so exciting to do.

— nicole p., ceo

I'd go into sessions completely exhausted and leave energized with some challenge you gave me.

I had been in my role for 10 months. I doubted my education. I doubted my skill set. I doubted my leadership style. It flowed over into my home life—I'm a bad mom. I'm a bad wife. I can't juggle it all. For a while there, I did not know who I was, or what I liked, or what I enjoyed. Now? I'm in my mid-40s and I feel like I'm on the other side of that. I fit into my world a little bit better. I've been in the workforce for 25 years. I do have some level of knowledge and expertise, and I need to be proud of those.

— angela b., senior leader

I had this Ironman suit of armor on me all the time. That's not my idea of leadership anymore.

For 20-some years, I believed I could not really tell people I was having a hard time in leadership. Now I can go into a meeting and say, this part was really, really awful, and I just need to be able to say it. Where I might have had the hard conversation before, I might have avoided it for a while. Now I don't do that. If I have to say the hard thing, I will lean right into it. I have the best relationships with my reports in my career. I feel a deeper rapport with my team.

— denise w., director

The environment hasn't changed. What's shifted is me.

I had a lack of clarity. I was second-guessing myself and not trusting my instincts. Stress, definitely, and procrastination. It's hard to map out your plan for the day, the week, the month when you go around in circles. My perspective was from a passive place. I was reactive and not proactive. I applied for another job. I didn't get it, but the process of just applying—breaking that sense of being locked into this relationship with my job. I can go somewhere else, just like they can look somewhere else, and it's okay.

— sandra k., senior manager

I had some issues. Trust was a big one. Being willing to put myself in a position to be vulnerable—because I wanted connection with other people, but you can't get connection if you're not willing to be connected.

We decided to move in together. We put our issues on the table. I'm hearing you, I need you to hear me. And then you have a choice. Because you can't say you didn't know anymore. Either we're going to work on it—or what are we doing? Now I'm putting my guards down. Being very real in my relationships. If I got a problem, I'm going to speak to that problem. Take care of it.

— tanya m., manager

This is what I am. If you like it, great. If you don't, that's okay too. And I'll still be okay.

I got feedback that some staff loved me. Then I got feedback that some staff felt like they couldn't approach me. Then I got feedback I was too positive. It was just like this back and forth, pendulum swinging, trying to find the balance. I applied for a promotion. I interviewed with that same kind of attitude—this is what I have to offer, if you like it great, if you don't I'm okay with that. I got the promotion. I finished my first week on the job. I feel pretty comfortable in this new role. I feel like I'm capable enough to do this job—where I did not feel like that previously.

— patricia e., director

I'm taking my first vacation ever with no work laptop. I'm just going to completely shut down for a whole week.

Before, I would try to get everything done. Whatever they send me, I'm just trying to get it done. Sometimes I'm working past my lunch time, taking later lunches. Now? If it can't get done today, it just won't get done today. I'm not gonna stress myself.

— jerome l., senior professional

My son and I are working on our second cooking effort together.

I was notorious for internalizing. Bottling a lot of stuff up. You have to be this Iron Man kind of robot. Some of my staff and colleagues probably felt like I had a wall up. It's hard to positively emote when you have so much pressure and so many things bogging you down. Now I'm blocking time off because I want to spend time with my family. I want to get on a treadmill. And it being perfectly acceptable to do. I feel a bit more balanced. It just alleviates some tension. Alleviates some pressures. I'm more comfortable showing people the authentic side of who I am.

— william c., ceo

I would get excited about something new, then three or four weeks in I'd figure it's just not as exciting. Now the drive is no longer based on little milestones on the outside.

I had a history of starting things and not finishing them. Whatever I'm chasing, it's a moving target anyway. I thought the bigger job, more money, more comfortable life—that's what mattered. It dropped from first to fifth or sixth. It fell out of my top five by the end of the last week. I can use this same exact path and just make the turns along the way—when my kids grow up, when the grandkids come. I have clarity.

— lee r., entrepreneur

I want you to be satisfied and happy. And if you're not here, let me help you figure out where you can be.

One of the things I feared in coaching—is this person going to be judging the things I say? If I do break down, is that going to be looked at as a weakness? Having that lack of judgment, your kind words—you always wanted me to celebrate something. I'm able to be more clear in direct conversations with staff. Here's the expectation, but also here's the expectations you guys can have of me. Difficult conversations—I don't shy away from them. We try to use them to grow.

— michelle r., manager

Data

The graphs below highlight the impact of our work. It displays the change by percentage clients have achieved through Shermain's coaching and The Melton Method.

Clients were surveyed before and after their journey and rated themselves on a scale of 1-10. The data presented is and aggregate of the responses received.