What People Say About
Donna Zajonc, Politics of Hope author and Political Leadership Coach
"I have known Donna Zajonc for 25 years since she first successfully
ran for the legislature in 1978. At an early age she displayed an extraordinary
passion for public service and the needs of her community. She is now
dedicated to supporting outstanding candidates and public servants as
they consider the challenge of running for elective office. I hope you
will consider working with her."
Senator Mark Hatfield
Oregon US Senator, 1967-97
"As a legislator, a community advocate, and an individual,
Donna's skills, dedication and desire to serve has always been exceptional."
Barbara Roberts
Oregon Governor, 1990-94
"Effective training leaves participants with inspiration,
new thoughts and ideas, and motivation to make positive changes in their
lives. Meeting all these requirements takes a mastery of skills that only
top-of-the-line leaders, trainers, and speakers do well. You are one of
THE best not only in handling these challenges with flair and finesse,
but also in setting the pace for others."
Kris Wheeler
US Navy Training Manager
"Donna's greatest strength is her character. She displays
an old fashioned work ethic and is honest in all her relationships. Donna
can convey her ideas convincingly and possesses a natural ability for
public speaking. Her true gift is her ability to work within a group of
hostile individuals and negotiate and facilitate until the group miraculously
reaches a consensus. Few individuals I recommend with such high praise."
Debbie Craig, Trustee
Fred Meyer Memorial Foundation
"Donna handles negotiations expertly, understands how to
achieve results, and knows how to motivate those she leads. Her sincerity
and integrity in developing and maintaining her extensive relationships
in the political arena, as a community leader and a successful entrepreneur
has been invaluable in helping her to advocate successfully for worthwhile
causes."
Lynda Thompson, Provincial Director
Sisters of the Holy Names
"Donna provided a new and invaluable service to our
candidates during The WISH List's Campaign Colleges in Arizona and Washington,
D.C. She succeeded in setting our candidates on a secure footing for what
could be a bumpy campaign road ahead. We are still receiving positive
feedback!"
Pat Giardina Carpenter
President, The WISH List
Testimonials from coaching clients
"The winds of change are blowing and Donna Zajonc is
leading the way with her intelligent, thoughtful and refreshing approach
to political leadership. I enthusiastically recommend her inspirational
training and coaching to every politician.....novice and pro alike!"
Roselyn O'Connell
National President of the Women's Political Caucus
"Working with Donna Zajonc helped me to focus in on what's
really important to me, and to cut away some of the dross that the time
of a legislator gets taken up with. I ran for office because there were
things I cared about, and we all know how limited time and many distractions
can take us away from that. Donna's coaching style combines reflective
listening with questions and perspectives that gave me insights on what
I was doing -- and what I was not doing -- and how to match my time with
my values."
Richard Conlin, Seattle Council Member
"Donna Zajonc has exceptional insights that produce coaching
questions which truly move a client to new and sometimes startling wisdom!
Her gentle, yet firm reflections bring stories to closure and put action
steps in place. I have delighted and prospered from her coaching and highly
recommend her to anyone wanting new direction, understanding and insight
into living a great life."
Linda Petersen, Elected School Board Member
"Donna coached me in the process of identifying my core values,
recognizing roadblocks, and turning past experiences into tools for success.
This process culminated in defining a new career goal and taking the initial
steps on my new path. Her enthusiasm is infectious!"
Wife, nurse, and mother of grown children
"Donna helps me track my behavior and language, supports me as I
clarify my values and what is important to me. She's great at keeping
me on track. I am experiencing a new way of learning in a very non-threatening
environment."
CEO managing 150 employees
"Donna Zajonc is a skilled listener with a life perspective
that created a positive opportunity for me to discover a great deal about
myself in a short period of time. If you have a sense that there is more
to you than is readily apparent, Donna will walk with you in a positive
and focused partnership as you begin this most important journey. I highly
recommend working with her."
Life long educator, father, husband and community leader
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