Sharol Tyra, Certified Coach, Inspirational Motivational Speaker, Peak Performers

About Sharol Tyra

Reflections on Becoming a Coach

In retrospect, I realize that my affinity for coaching has always been a part of my life...personally, professionally, and in my community work. People have always looked to me for leadership, so it was natural for me to make a transition to coach and entrepreneur. Even so, I experienced the thrill of change, and now I am dedicated to help others discover how they, too, can change their lives in ways they never dreamed were possible.

My clients are discovering that to find the "true Essence" of their lives, they need to learn how to connect body, mind and spirit and soul. And when they achieve this state, it is like turning on a bright light that enhances their self-esteem and sharpens their ability to positively redirect their lives in ways they never dreamed were possible.

This is what my coaching is all about. If you are searching for this kind of life enriching experience, please call on me to help.

That's it for today, Sharol.

To find the "true Essence of life" you need to learn how to connect body, mind, spirit, and soul. When you achieve this state, it is like turning on a bright light that enhances your self-esteem and enhances your ability to be with others. The issue most people have is making this life Essence connection, and that is where a coach can offer an invaluable service.

Gets To the Heart of Matters

Brings Joy

Sharol Tyra's Background

Sharol Tyra’s experience spans over twenty-five years as a respected leader, professional speaker, internationally certified coach, entrepreneur, group facilitator, and award-winning registered nurse. Sharol Tyra, BSN, CPCC, PCC, CTM is a graduate of the National Speakers Association - Apprentice Program; Co-Active Space Leadership Program - South Shields; Coaches Training Institute Certification Program; International Coach Federation - Professional Certified Coach; Hendricks Institute - Relationship Foundations, and Couples Course; Competent Toastmaster Award; and Chrysalis: A Center For Women-Supervisor and Group Facilitator Training Programs.

Sharol is also advanced trained through CoachVille Coach Training - Founding Member; Brave New Institute - Improv Track; Lucid Living Coach Training; The Co-Active Leaders Link (The C.A.L.L.); Leadership, Management, Healthcare, and Coaching International Conferences; Minnesota Coaches Association; Human Sexuality Program, and Business courses - Dean's List at University of Minnesota; Alpha Chi National Honor Society - Minnesota Beta Chapter; and earned her BSN Summa Cum Laude, PHN Certification, and Honors Program Graduate from Augsburg College in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Sharol is a member of several international and local professional associations. Experienced in the process of coaching, Sharol coaches clients to live their best alive life! Sharol is married to Dan and the mother of one precious son, Blake. Sharol also enjoys flower gardening, beading, reading, volunteering, board games, friendships, scenic vacations, and water sports.

Volunteer and Community Involvement

My volunteer contributions span over the past thirty years. Volunteer journeys enrich my life creating growth, living balance, sharing unconditional love, deep reflection, tolerance for ambiguity and living unsolved questions, and moreover enhancing the lives of other people! By entering into another person's internal struggles, hidden strengths were discovered resulting in life-changing experiences! Life is a heartfelt, trusting instincts, mindful and successful journey of allowing Spirit and your inner voice to evolve. What we choose to believe will ultimately create our world!

Appointed Assistant, Leadership Training Team, Co-Active Space Leadership Program, Whales, 2005-2006

Appointed member, The C.A.L.L. Learning/Retreat Committee, 2003 to present.

Co-actively with leaders plan logistics, presenters and coordinate an annual leadership retreat. Co-Master of Ceremonies-Open Mic Night.

Chair Party Planner, Guest Reader, Health Screening Team, Ad Hoc committees, Hanover Elementary School, 2002 to present.

Adult Choir, Visioning-Transition Task Force, and Ad Hoc Committees member, St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 2001 to present.

Volunteer Assistant, Leadership Training Team, Coaches Training Institute, 2001 to present.

Co-Lead, and Presenter; Program Committee member, Minnesota Coaches Association, 2001; 2005-2006.

Appointed Advisory member, Mental Health Board, Wright County, 2000-2005.

Served Wright County residents, District #3. Analyzed programs and policies for adult and children's Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Chemical Dependency.

Appointed Executive Board of Directors, Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council, 2000-2005.
I feel privileged to represent the City of Hanover, MN. As the Board governs the Council, difficult decisions have been made regarding policy, programs, finances, legal, property, and business affairs.

Program Committee member, Hollydale Women's Golf League, 2000-2001.

Member, Business Advisory Committee, Hennepin County Vocational Services Program, 1998.

Youth Mentor, Big Brothers Big Sisters; and formerly served on the Communications Committee of United For Youth in Hanover, Buffalo, & Montrose, 1997-2003.
Promoted health youth and healthy communities. Assisted in youth asset development. Big Sister relationship with a delightful pre-teen girl.

Appointed Advisory member, School District #279 Human Sexuality Advisory Committee, 1997-1998.
Developed AIDS/HIV prevention and sex education curriculum for grades K-12.

Program Committee member, Fox Hollow Golf League, 1997-1998.

Co-chair Membership Committee, Public Policy member, Minnesota Public Health Association, 1996-2002.

Chair and Vice Chair, Appointed member, Alternate for Health Commissioner, Hennepin County Community Health Advisory Committee, 1995-2001.
Analyzed public health programs and policies. Grant Reviewer. Recommended action plan to County Commissioners.
"I have been sincerely impressed by Sharol's insight and understanding of the significant public health issues that are affecting both Hennepin County and the State."
--Dr. Rich Lussky, Committee member; Former colleague @ Henn. Co; Assistant Professor of Pediatrics @ U of M; Pres. MN Perinatal Org.

Hennepin County (6A) Resolution No. 01-4-230
The following Resolution was offered by Commissioner Tambornino, seconded by Commissioner Steele:

Whereas, Ms. Sharol Tyra enthusiastically served as a member of the Hennepin County Community Health Services Advisory Committee for the maximum six year term; and

Whereas, Ms. Tyra enthusiastically participated on the Community Health Services Advisory Committee, by becoming a member in 1995, serving as board chair in 1996, and giving additional volunteer time to various sub-committees; and

Whereas, Ms Tyra unselfishly shared time, energy, and experience from her considerable health and educational background to deal with public health issues and promote change and heighten awareness.

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners expresses it’s sincerest appreciation to Ms. Sharol Tyra for her significant, long term contributions to the Hennepin County Community Health Services Advisory Committee and for her overall contributions to improving the public health of the people of Hennepin County.
RESOLUTION ADOPTED ON 04/03/01

Public Policy Committee member, Initiative for Violence Free Families in Hennepin County, 1994-1998.
Sponsored a forum resulting in greater use of resources and shift of program accountability.

Volunteer member, HIV/STD Prevention Planning Project, Minnesota Department of Health, 1994.
Recognized crucial connections for HIV/STD prevention between the state and community levels. Instrumental in liaising between MDH, HCMC ambulatory clinics, and individual women in the community.

Walker & top 200 Fundraiser, Multiple Sclerosis Super Cities Walk, 1994.

Volunteer Dinner Server, Nicollet Lanes and Incarnation House, Dec 25, 1993.

Chair, Augsburg Nurses' Alumni Association, Augsburg College, 1993-1995.

Chair Exhibits Committee; Program, and Gala Committee, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, 1993-1994.

Politically Active, 1992 to present.

Volunteer Trainer, Supervisor of Support Group Facilitators, Co-Facilitator, Chrysalis: A Center For Women, 1992-2002.
Supervised facilitators by coaching, consultation, training and performance appraisals. Created supportive group space.
"Sharol is the ideal supervisor. She is accessible, respectful, & shares helpful, practical ideas. She is an excellent mentor - always willing to share her wisdom -- & genuinely interested in the continued growth of our group & the women she supervises."
--- Jane*, Facilitator, Supervised her @ Chrysalis

Volunteer RN, U.S. Open, Hazeltine Championship Golf Club, 1991.

Volunteer RN, Health Fair 11, 1988, 1989, 1992.

Volunteer CPR Instructor, YMCA, 1986-1998.

Chair, Vice Chair, Member-at-large, Sub-committees member, Sundance Women's Golf League, 1985-1997.

Volunteer RN, West Suburban Teen Clinic (The Annex), 1984-1992.
Proven ability to connect with adolescents undergoing maturational changes and redefining their independence.

Volunteer RN, Minnesota State Fair, American Red Cross, 1983.

Chair, Liaison, Multi-disciplinary Committees, Oral Board Panels, Hennepin County Medical Center, 1980-1999.
Recipient of the Pierce Family Trust Award, "Outstanding HCMC Nurse of the Year, 1995" for excellence in clinical practice, education, leadership, and professional and community involvement.

Neighborhood Clubs: Bible, Crafts, Cards, 1979 to present.

Usher, Retreat Planning member, Ad Hoc Committees, Loaves & Fishes with Holy Rosary, Faith Presbyterian Church, 1976-2000.

Captain, Cheerleading Squad, Sub-committees member, Hopkins Lindbergh Senior High School, 1976-1978.

Junior Volunteer "Candy Striper", Methodist Hospital, 1974-1977.
Where my love of volunteering began! Featured in The Pace Maker, August 1974.

Additional organizations that Life IlluminationTM recently gave charitable donations:

·         Arthritis Walk Twin Cities

·         Augsburg College Nurses' Alumni Association

·         Breast Cancer Awareness, 3-Day

·         Co-Active Space Leadership Marathon

·         Chrysalis: A Center For Women

·         Delano Chamber of Commerce

·         Dragonfly Project

·         Hanover Harvest Festival

·         Hennepin Medical Society

·         InnerConnections Inspired Women's Retreat

·         Minneapolis Medical Research Foundation

·         Minnesota Coaches Association

·         Minnesota Women’s Consortium

·         Minnesota Organization of Leaders in Nursing

·         Northwest Athletic Club/Wellbridge

·         Rivers of Hope

·         Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society

·         St. Paul’s Lutheran Church

·         The C.A.L.L. Co-Active Leaders Link

·         Third District Minnesota Nurses Association

·         Twin Cities Men’s Center

There is a quiet voice

that comes from the center

of your being.

It can be easily drowned

by the chorus of a negative world.

Only in the stillness

that lies inside you

can you hear it speaking softly…

speaking the wisdom

you have always known.

You have a strong,

beautiful spirit within you…

let it be your guide.

-- unknown author

What Other's Say

"It's your energy, Sharol. I felt you were really there for me!" --Kim*, client

"You have motivated me to have the courage to take 2 big steps in my life!" --Chris*, client

"Sharol is insightful and right on in asking powerful questions. Very intuitive!" --Pat*, client

"I have always been a list maker; but, now I am actually getting things done! I am accomplishing my goals." --Pat*, client

"I feel really good! You are like a shot of confidence, of goodness." --Mary*, client

"As a coach and mentor, Sharol gets involved in the growth of all those she supervises. Sharol has a tendency to go that 'extra mile.'" --Angela Andrist, former Chrysalis Supervisor, June 9, 1999, Certified Health & Wellness Counselor, Coach

"Sharol Tyra is a highly motivated, reliable, and dedicated individual with solid ethical grounding." --Thomas Bloss, MD, former colleague at Hennepin County Medical Center, December 1, 1999, Medical Director of Hennepin Care Clinics,Director of Primary Care Outreach for HCMC, Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Minnesota Medical School

"Sharol brings to nursing a rare blend of intellectual acumen, teaching ability, good humor, and basic kindness." --Marilyn (Baxter) Ulseth, RN, former HCMC colleague 1995, Nurse Practitioner at Abbott Northwestern Hospital

"I feel genuine respect and warmth that allows me to feel safe, be myself, and challenge myself."
--Anne*, Facilitator, Supervised her @ Chrysalis

"You are so intuitive, insightful, and positive!" --Cynthia, friend

"Coach Sharol is vibrant, nurturing, and courageous!" -- Coach colleagues

*Names changed to protect privacy.

Vision, Mission, Values

Vision

Be authentic and share your Essence

Mission

Coach that provides different angles in the lens guiding you and your potential to light.

Life Illumination… awaken to your aliveness and potential!

Values

People are the most important part of my coaching & presentation services.

Dedicated to inspire, engage and challenge people to live the true Essence of life.

Genuine. Presence. Insightful.

Combining my life-long curiosity about people with my talent to accent those perspectives of your life is the uniqueness of my coaching.

Live and thrive in POSSIBILITIES.

Using intuition, you will learn to trust your wisdom in decision-making and take more risks.

Focus! Process! Results!

Make a difference. Be a difference!

Feel the magic of coaching!

Walk the talk in my own life as I coach, teach, learn, & grow.

Aliveness / Spirituality / Love / Connection / Humor

Authenticity / Charismatic Leader / Vitality / Organized

Life is a Journey.

Life Illumination TM is a way of being fully alive in everyday life.

Peak Performers ignite your aliveness, potential and joy

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Sharol Tyra, PCC, CPCC, RN

Executive-Life Certified Coach, Inspirational Speaker, Nurse Leader
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