Colleen G Guskjolen
Summary
Experienced in hospitality, teaching/mentoring, administration, marketing, and customer service industries. Skilled in pastoral care, leadership coaching, mentoring, and group dynamics. Certified Coach with the John Maxwell Group. Passionate about fostering individual growth to enhance organizational strength.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Life Coach
Sole Proprietorship
09.2015 - Current
- Established strong rapport with clients, fostering trusting and supportive coaching relationships.
- Encouraged clients to set and achieve reasonable goals on weekly basis.
- Utilized active listening skills to identify underlying client needs and develop targeted strategies accordingly.
- Helped clients build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors.
Administrative Assistant to the Regional Director
Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada
01.2007 - 09.2017
- Responsibility for all administrative details of a Head Office, including customer service, major event planning, financial accounts and marketing.
Pastoral Ministry Partner
Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada, SK District
01.1981 - 10.2007
- Led small group discussions focused on exploring different aspects of faith, encouraging critical thinking and deepening spiritual connections among participants.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts for local service projects, strengthening community ties while demonstrating the importance of giving back.
- Developed strong relationships with parishioners through regular home visits, pastoral counseling, and community outreach activities.
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere within the congregation by actively reaching out to newcomers, offering hospitality during events, and providing support as needed.
- Provided compassionate pastoral care during times of crisis or personal struggle, offering support and guidance to individuals and families in need.
Personal Banker
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
01.1997 - 01.2002
- Responsible for financial care of customers, including financial options, loans and mutual fund investments.
- Utilized strong interpersonal communication skills during client interactions, resulting in increased trust and fostering long-lasting relationships.
- Generated new business by conducting thorough financial needs assessments and offering tailored products to clients.
Education
Diploma - Theology
Horizon College And Seminary
Saskatoon, SK01-1980
Skills
- Proficient in team collaboration
- Solution-oriented mindset
- Proven leadership ability
- Compassionate customer service
- Administrative support
Certification
Certified by Canadian Bankers Association in Mutual Funds
Certified with the John Maxwell Group as Life Coach,/Speaker/Mentor
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Creole
Elementary
Timeline
Life Coach
Sole Proprietorship
09.2015 - Current
Administrative Assistant to the Regional Director
Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada
01.2007 - 09.2017
Personal Banker
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
01.1997 - 01.2002
Pastoral Ministry Partner
Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada, SK District
01.1981 - 10.2007
Diploma - Theology
Horizon College And Seminary