Cynthia  "Cyd"  Dodson

Executive Coach                 Career Strategist

About Cyd

Cynthia 

Summary

Welcome

If you feel stuck in your career, confused about what direction to take or need a partner in decision-making, personal development or how to effective lead others - I'm your coach!

I have 25+ years of success in coaching leaders, as well as early-career developing professionals. I view conversations as a confluence to new breakthroughs and greater understanding.
Here is a list of the "Super Powers" I bring to each coaching session:

-  Accurate Listening.   I listen to your statements intently and most often I am able to identify your core intentions, your higher self, your personal Super Powers. Most of us don't realize that embedded in our conversations, we are saying what we really long for.  We all need and deserve someone to help sort through our dialogue. Join me in a conversation to gain insight into your relevant message.

-  Expert Reframing.  You have already created great successes!  I can help you untangle those strengths and articulate how you add value and get results in the future.  Together we can  translate that story into reframing what is around you and discover a break-through for the new future you deserve.

- Business Acumen.  I am passionate about building and aligning businesses to customers.  I also am passionate about gaining engagement and using innovation to make profit.  Can 1 + 1 = 5?  You bet!  I would love to help guide your business plans and strategy to meet the ever-changing needs of the future.

-  Added Resources.   I have a rich network of professionals, friends and colleagues.  Along with making connections, I help with resume & business templates, feedback, research and mentoring guidance.  This supports my coaching with a resource-rich approach. 

I enjoy helping professionals think of extraordinary goals and develop meaningful plans to get there.  I am dedicated to helping emerging leaders in career advancement. 

? Specialties: Executive & Leadership Coaching | Personal Branding | Resume Development  | Career Services

“I am an expert, resource-rich coach that believes in the power of conversations.  My skills are unparalleled in the areas of accurate listening and expert reframing. My mission is to partner with individuals and to identify a personal relevancy for           a new vision."

Professional Experience Highlights

  • Highlight Title
  • Therapist / Counselor
    leveraging my LSCW, Community based social work and experience helping people navigate their careers
  • Director, The Training Network
    Bridges Community Support Services
  • Coach | Executive Assessment | Strategic Planning Independent Consultant
    Independent Consultant
  • Senior Consultant for Professional Career Transition and College & University Graduates
    Right Management

Education Highlights

  • M.B.A., Administration/Management
    Fontbonne University - MBA
  • Class Participant - Selected to be a member of this group
    FOCUS Leadership St. Louis
  • Graduate
    Center for Coaching Certification

Passion & Personal Causes

  • Missouri / St. Louis Advisory Committee for Aging Ahead
  • Supporting Aging in Place Project - St. Louis County
  • Ambassador for Kiva Loans  http://www.kiva.org/about/supportus
  • Advisory Board - Aging Ahead
    Greater St. Louis County area

Interests

  • Making contributions. Could be sharing a meal, assisting with chores or contributing knowledge.
  • Meaningful dialogue that produces new insight.  I love talking with others about their goals.
    Career, Professional & Personal goal setting
  • Making Connections!  You can get me through this site or direct email.   CydD@Bridgescss.com

Achievements

  1. February 1986 - February 1990
    L.C.S.W. | Licensed Clinical Social Worker, State of Missouri
  2. February 2003 - February 2005
    M.B.A., Administration/Management, Fontbonne University - MBA
  3. August 2010 - March 2011
    Class member of 2010-2011, FOCUS Leadership St. Louis

    What a great experience the FOCUS St. Louis opportunity was!   I highly recommend this to everyone who wants to meet the best-of-the-best in our community and has a desire to learn more about the strengths and the controversies of our town.  It will inspire the CHANGE AGENT in you.

  4. January 2011 - February 2011
    Graduate, Center for Coaching Certification

    This is an excellent program to hone your coaching skills  I brought away at least 7 new tools to use while I coach.  I highly recommend this program.

  5. August 1998 - December 2005
    Director, Training Services, Bridges Community Support Services
  6. January 1997 - January 2005
    Independent Coach | Leader Assessment , Independent Consultant

    Supported Financial Advisors and Headquarters for a StL based financial firm. Selected to coach partners and leaders.

    Coached executives within healthcare, incentive industry, agri bio-tech industry and non-profit.

    Provided coaching, as an independent consultant, with Right Management.

     

  7. October 2000 - May 2025
    Sr. Consultant , Right Management

    Directing best practice career management services to Career Centers, Graduates, executives and professionals across North America.

    Leading a team of professional career coaches to provide individual coaching and group career development and transition services.

Skills

  • Nonprofits
    12
  • Performance Management
    20+
  • Career Management
    15
  • Team Leadership
    20+
  • Career Counseling
    15
  • Leadership
    10
  • Management
    20+
  • Team Building
    20+
  • Career Development
    15
  • Leadership Development
    17
  • Strategy Facilitation
    20+
  • Talent Development
    15
  • Executive Coaching
    18

Helpful Resources

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Videos

Files

  • RM_INFO_Colleges Universities_Common CM Myths_DIGITAL.pdf
    pdf, 2 KB
  • Aging_In_Place_Steering_Committee_ADOPTED_201410231246390321.pdf
    pdf, 274 KB

Cyd.Dodson@gmail.com

Location

Richmond Heights / Clayton Area

St. Louis, MO

Currently Seeking

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