SHINE Mentorship Program

Mercedes Beyna
Scientist, Biogen

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~ Debilitating fear of presentations
~ Self-sabotaging
~ Uplifted, have tools, clarity, and sound internal belief
~ Excitement and opportunity, not panic
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Jackie Riso
Senior Project Manager, Boston Children’s Hospital

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~ Forever changed my life
~ Aligned & Confident
~ I unlocked things in myself in ways I never imagined.
~ I now have a public speaking toolbox for life.
~ Now my real voice is stronger than my inner critic and more powerful than ever.

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Julien Dugal-Tessier, PhD
Director of Innovative Chemistry & Bio Conjugation, NJ Bio

“~ I’m a lot more present.

~ Presence makes my presentations a lot more enjoyable

~ I’m no longer talking “at” people. I’m connecting with them.

~ Without being present, I was nervous, and it was all about the content, performance, and mechanics.

Aisha Hanh, MBA
Financial Services Consultant
Ernst & Young

“Very positive impact in my life:

~ It helped wake my drive.
~ I now have confidence.
~ I identified my barriers.
~ I can ignore my inner critic & speak up.
~ I learned to laugh when I feel most serious & uncomfortable.”

Heather Waldie
Functional Medicine,
Registered Dietician

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“I was terrified of speaking and now I’m speaking. My favorite thing about the SHINE Mentorship Program is that Mary works on the inside first.”

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Carson Owlett, OSCP, CEH
CEO, Black Mirage

“~ I now have the confidence & ability to speak my mind.

~ I can be present during business conversations. Before, I would be awkward, dry, and boring. Now I can be more personable and relatable.

~ As a result, I landed a strategic partner.”

Susanna Cerni-Price, IIDA
Interior / Light Designer – Cannon Design

“~ I no longer avoid speaking opportunities at work.
~ Found the courage
~ I can be more present, confident and calm.
~ I am truer to myself: Shifted my self-talk from “Can’t” to “Can.”
~ Now, I trust myself
~ So grateful for the SHINE Community
~ Mary’s guidance, wisdom, support, and tools were a true gift“

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Ashrita Tiwari, M.Ed, CPT
Events & Communications Development Manager / Fitness & Health Coach

“I’ve gotten a lot out of the SHINE program:

~ I now feel very supported.
~ I don’t feel alone anymore.
~ Gained clarity on what my message is.
~ I finished my keynote speech.
~ Gained clarity on what to do next.”

Steve Osemwenkhae
Photographer, Videographer
Federal Reserve Bank

“~ I can now speak from my heart.
~ I have confidence to speak my truth.
~ Completed my signature talk.
~ I’m humbled by the SHINE community.
~ One of the most enriching experiences I’ve ever had.
~ I now know myself.“

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Robin Marquez
Physical Therapist, Owner at Chestnut Hill PT Associations

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“My confidence has increased. I now feel comfortable talking about myself and my business.”

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Rose Folsom
Motivational Speaker

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“I spent several unsuccessful years trying to build the confidence to sell from the stage. After working with Mary, I did so and closed 100% of the audience. I have two more talks scheduled this month and now actually look forward to offering my online course!”

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Jaclyn Boruch, MBA
President,
Wealth Marketing Group

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“I can now communicate my services in a language my prospects understand. I am overwhelmed with compliments… and new clients.”

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Mel Baron, MBA
Investments Performance Analyst, Fidelity Investments

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“I got much more from the SHINE program than I anticipated:

~ I found myself.
~ I completed two new talks.
~ I can be “still” and present.”

Tiffany Finnegan
VP & Director of Employee Benefits
Full Spectrum Benefits

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“The SHINE program:

~ Helped me be more self-expressed.
~ Gave me courage to show vulnerability, which to me, is priceless.”

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Delphie Dugal-Tessier, PhD
Research Scientist, Staterra, ON

“~ I thought I was a decent speaker, but I didn’t know what I didn’t know…
I would verbally vomit information at people.

~ I now understand who I am.

~ I now know how to make my listeners care and pay attention.

~ Felt emotionally supported during the rollercoaster TEDx Journey.

~ After my talk, so many people wanted to talk to me. I didn’t even make it
to the official speakers’ corner!”

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Chelsea Dill
Journalist, Wordsby.net

“I now have skills to:

~ Present my work with confidence and achieve my goals
~ Overcome the little negative voice and get out of depressive funks
~ Not feel overwhelmed
~ Be on target with my purpose”
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Paul Jones
Vice President & Senior Writer, Eaton Vance Inc.

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~ Achieved first place in District International Speech Contest

~ Smooth-flowing speeches that come to life

~ Zen approach mindset, easier to simply relax

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Christopher Manring
Financial Services Professional,
New York Life Insurance

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“So valuable. Mary has my best interests in mind. I’m no longer stuck in my personal brand BOAT project, which requires a lot of speaking. I’m now able to move past my doubts.”
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Anna Mandell
Breakthrough Coach

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“I was insecure and found it hard to express myself. After working with Mary I’ve launched myself as a keynote speaker & author. It’s wonderful working with someone who sees you not who you are now but who you’re capable of being. She is gentle but honest with you at the same time.”

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Lis Rhodes
Director of Finance

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“The most motivating program I’ve ever done!”

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Sonya Schey
Program Co-ordinator

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“I accepted my first speaking engagement opportunity without hesitation because of ALL the confidence I’ve gained in my communications skills as a result of this amazing program.”

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Mo Lehman
Senior Director of Risk Management, Lending Club

“The SHINE program has:

~ Transformed me

~ I discovered my unique communications style

~ I can now speak at my best in different settings, from executive meetings to inspiring my team.

~ I received a lot of support from Mary and the community.”.
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Melody Stanford Martin
Conflict Transformation Specialist,
Author & TEDx Speaker

“The SHINE program transformed my confidence & prepared me for opportunities. As a result, I booked a speaking engagement to speak with attorneys at NASA. I now know myself, trust myself & know what I’m capable of. I now believe I have great work.”.
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Tina Greenbaum
Author, Therapist,
TEDx Speaker

“I love to speak because I love to teach. I thought I was a pretty good speaker and I’m pretty comfortable. But Mary & the SHINE mentorship program brought me to another level of speaking… As a result, I booked & gave my first TEDx talk… I’m inspired by my own talk & that’s very heartwarming & exciting.”.
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Marcia Hublebank
Parent Coach,
Understanding the Nature of Childhood

“I am transformed… I was nervous & anxious when public speaking… And, now I have a signature talk to promote the business I’ve poured my heart & soul into that I’m proud of that I feel can really help change young parents’ lives.”.
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Brian Weekes, CEO
Technology Consultant
Boston Biz Tech

“I was a shy person… speaking used to be so scary for me… Now I have the tool set to put aside the negative thoughts that used to hold me back from engaging in conversations with prospective clients… I just had a successful presentation to the Board of Directors for the client, and won the project!“.
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Jessie Williams, CEO
Fashion Designer
Edge of Urge

“I had tremendous stage fright… I didn’t know where to start to tell my 21-year long business story. Working with Mary was a game changer. She helped me make my story concise, fun and engaging for the audience… And it’s ignited this passion in me!”.
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Rebecca Richards-Kramer
Director of Programs & Operations
Widen the Circle

“I had a hard time getting out of my head which made me have a fear of public speaking, I was worried… This program was effective and incredibly valuable because it’s holistic… it wasn’t just about the mechanics of public speaking, but also looks at the psychology behind it.“.
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Karen Johnston
Health & Fitness Coach &
Owner of Curves Women’s Fitness

“This program gave me the confidence that I have a message worth sharing. My inner critic is no longer in the driver’s seat. I completed my signature talk & booked multiple speaking engagements, during the program, gave the talks, they were all very well received, and I’m thrilled with the results.”.
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Joanie Neenan
Senior Director & National Recruiter, Theorum

“I completed my signature talk that I’m proud of and even re-purposed parts of it for commercials.”.
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