Testimonials
Business Life Coach, Brenda Underwood has helped me identify my true self and illuminate my path, which made me more confident as a person and business owner. I had been thinking about hiring a business coach for some time but was apprehensive about whether I would actually benefit from the service. When I met her there was an instant connection. After our initial consultation, I realized that connection was God. As a Christian woman, I felt at ease when I discovered that Breakthrough for Life was Christian based. It was her true love for God that really influenced me to hire her to help relaunch my business.Breakthrough for Life has made a great impact on my life and my business. It was one of the best investments I could have ever done for me.
Brenda is openly honest about what is required to get you where you want to be. I needed someone that would be direct rather than passive and would guide me in the right direction to lead me to build a successful business. She was that person, she went above and beyond to get me where I’m at and provided me with the tools that I would need for ongoing success. I love the fact that she loves what she does and it’s all about her clients!
La Cretia, Image Consultant – Sugar Hill, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
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“Working with Brenda has absolutely changed my life! What started as a simple goal in 2016—to finish writing my book—ended up transforming the way I see myself and allowed me to break free from decades of generational setbacks I hadn’t even realized I fought against.Slowly and methodically, Brenda was able to peel back layers upon layers of negative beliefs that I fully held and show me how harmful they were not only to my present, but to the future I’ve always dreamed of. She asked all the right questions. Was 100% straightforward. And she did it all from a place of love and care so I didn’t throw up any walls and stop my growth.
Brenda is 110% the best sounding board— she holds nothing back.
With her background in Christian leadership, she was able to rightly divide the truth from the falsehoods I believed about myself and my future, ending the cycles of abuse, poverty, and hopelessness.
Through working diligently with Brenda
- I have not only invested in stocks (hello, Apple & Tesla!)
- I broke free from my abusive marriage
- I finished several books
- I landed a literary agent from a major agency
- I completely changed my mindset
- I shifted the trajectory of my life and those of my children and future generations
- I also realized my dream and sold several books to a major publisher (at auction!)
- I now have some studios interested in my film rights.
I am now a full-time writer, working for myself, living in a peaceful home with a future I only dreamed about. I am forever grateful to Brenda’s coaching.
Robin, Author – Cumming, GA (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
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“Three months ago I made the decision that I had enough of my current situation and was going to work with a Career Coach. I researched Brenda Underwood at Breakthrough for Life and was impressed! I met with her for a free consultation and we discussed where I was at, what my goals are and how she could help. I signed up with her program and began my life coaching sessions.I met my goal of finding a career position with another employer months ahead of schedule. I really did not think this awesome career move would come so quickly. Not only do I have an exciting new opportunity ahead of me, but I learned a lot about myself along the way that I could not have without the coaching from Brenda. I learned that workplace culture is paramount to my success and began to weed through that first before even applying to positions or sending out job targeted letters.
I cannot believe how much progress I have made in a very short period of time!
I would highly recommend Brenda and her coaching program. She helped me develop tools and new ways of thinking targeted for my goals and my dream job with a great manager and culture! Thanks, Brenda!”
Elizabeth, Property and Casualty Claims Manager – Woodstock, GA (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
“Brenda Underwood at Breakthrough for Life is an amazing business life coach and has the ability to easily connect with you as the client. I signed up for the Workplace Exit Strategy and I am more confident and feel ready to leave my job to start my business full-time.She customized the program to ensure that my specific needs were met. We focused on how to market my business and she provided me with the right information that created a paradigm shift in my thinking. This is something that I truly needed.
Additionally, she provided me with tools to evaluate my current financial picture to see what changes I can make now so that I will have a smooth transition going from employee to entrepreneur.
Brenda also helped me evaluate what was going on internally so that I could look at my future and embrace the new me.
I believe that making the decision to hire Brenda as my coach was well worth it. What I learned and how I have grown is priceless.”
Katina, Team Lead Auditor – Raleigh, NC (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
“For many years, I had gone down the traditional avenues of counseling to help me through difficult times. Life’s stresses, grief, emotional hardship, job loss. You name it, I was in the counselor’s office trying to find the best way to achieve success and be the best me through all those times. After 20 years of consistent counseling I kept finding myself stuck behind a wall that I just couldn’t get over, through or under.I’ve known Brenda for many years and have always been drawn to her kindness and spirit. After reconnecting at a friend’s birthday celebration, we determined that her Breakthrough for Life “Ignite” program just may be the thing to get me past my blocks, hurdles and out of my own way. After a free Discovery session to confirm that I was in fact ready to embrace and receive change Brenda and I started our work together.
Breakthrough for Life’s “Ignite” program is AMAZING!
My fatigue, scrambled brain, depression, anxiety, and lack of motivation have decreased significantly.
All due to having different tools and approaches on how to take the good with the bad, remain on top, to soar and stand up for myself in all areas of my life.
Brenda’s program is not for the weak or unwilling. You must be willing to do the work and take a hard look at yourself embracing the changes and gifts that you already have and ones that will come your way. I still have work to do especially around my confidence which then resolves many other blocks. I am looking forward to my continued work with Brenda in her Achiever’s Program!
Alexis, IT Professional – Atlanta (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“Ms. Brenda Underwood has helped me change my life in ways I never dreamed possible. We as humans we always face challenges personally or professionally. Brenda is a compassionate, intuitive person and has an incredible empathic ability to help others sort through their difficult or challenging circumstances. She always asked the right questions – direct and simple questions – which cut through my inner dialogue and the never-ending cycle of self-analysis and self-doubt.
She gives you that REAL! As a life coach her guidance and perception were instrumental in providing the focus and clarity to define what my intentions are, to set them, and move towards them.
She helped me to confront my bad habits, articulate my true desires, address some fears, and accept my better self.
Through the action steps that were set weekly, along with the motivational action steps and texts I was developing into the woman I wanted to be that was going to take herself to the next level. Her coaching has truly been one of the most transformative events of my life and I feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to work with her.”
Mekayah, Junior Buyer – Atlanta, GA (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
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“I was struggling with procrastination and trying to find my purpose, which was impacting my college school performance. My mindset was negative, and I was unsure about my future. A friend recommended Life Coach Brenda Underwood to help me break through these areas of struggle in my life.I was given the tools and coached through exercises that have not only allowed me to have a more abundant mindset but also discover my purpose. By helping me get to the real reason behind my procrastination, I was able to put a structure together that allowed me to hit my deadlines and have guilt-free fun.
Brenda tailors each coaching session to what will bring you the best results quickly. She provides you with tools that help you gain crystal clear clarity on your goals, future ambitions, and how to make it happen.
In ten weeks, I had a breakthrough in discovering my purpose, and I now am confident in the future I’m striving towards.
I would highly recommend Brenda Underwood to anyone struggling with procrastination and searching to discover their purpose.”
Will, College Student – Flowery Branch, GA (Life Coaching Method: Phone)
“I met Brenda Underwood about 4 years ago at a vision board planning session where she was speaking. I was the winner of her drawing for a complimentary life coaching session. Little did I know the impact that she would have on my life… Although I was not ready to pursue a coaching engagement at that time, I always knew the importance of having a life coach.Fast forward to last year, I decided to take the plunge and invest in myself. During this journey in self-awareness, I was lead back to the need for coaching. I reached out to Brenda and started immediately.
What I thought was a journey to discovering my passion/purpose, turned in to so much more! God’s timing is perfect! As Brenda and I started to explore my purpose, several opportunities were presented to me. Brenda’s coaching was an integral part in catapulting me to my next level.
Her gifting and coaching style helped me to break out of my mental shell and walk in my God-given authority.
Tanya, Chief Information Officer – Atlanta, GA (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
“I contacted Brenda Underwood at Breakthrough for Life at the end of 2019. Several life-changing events left me fearful of the future, and without much hope, that life was going to get any better. I had a choice. Allow my fears and doubts to set the tone for the rest of my life and live defeated and discouraged, or let them catapult me into a fresh start, a new beginning, and a life of victory.As my Life Coach, Brenda opened my eyes to barriers and incorrect mindsets that were holding me back in life. Through our weekly sessions, she helped me chip away at those barriers. Brenda gave me the tools to learn new thought processes and mindsets. Those tools helped me face and conquer my fears, and perhaps most importantly, to see myself as God sees me.
Through life coaching, I found healing from mental and emotional strongholds that were keeping me boxed up in my very small comfort zone. I realized my thoughts and self-talk set the tone for each day and my life.
Through breaking these barriers and eliminating limiting mindsets, I am now able to believe in myself. I know that it is never too late to craft a new me….even at age 58! Brenda is a gifted coach who will help you discover qualities that you didn’t know you had and help you be the person that you didn’t dare even dream you could be!“
Carol, Rodan & Fields Consultant – Cleveland, GA (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
“Per flowingfree.org self-care is about identifying your needs for your physical, emotional, mental or spiritual well-being and taking deliberate action to meet those needs. It also means taking the time to do activities that nourish you; it also requires restricting situations or activities that interfere with your well-being. Breakthrough for Life coaching is a tool that I have used to bring clarity to the specific self-care I need.I never thought of seeking out a life coach until I got sick and tired of being sick and tired of not having a pathway for the future me. I meet Brenda through an acquaintance who was speaking about how a life coach is not a therapist, but pathway maker.
My experience with Brenda as my Life Coach has been eye-opening and healing. I had to ask myself truthful and hard questions. I had to put in the work to be able to see a future me that owns a boutique business and most importantly a whole woman.
If I were to give any advice to a person that is looking to add a program to their self-care regimen. I would tell them to open their minds up to life coaching and give Brenda Underwood of Breakthrough for Life a call.
I have had a breakthrough with Breakthrough for Life. Since going through life coaching, I have made the transition to becoming a business owner and entrepreneur. I have always been fearfully afraid of being successful, however with the help of Brenda I have learned that my fear is not trusting in the abilities that God has given me. Building confidence in the process of life coaching by doing the work has allowed me to build confidence within myself. Life coaching is a powerful tool if you are looking to increase in your professional and personal life.”
Kesha, Loan Processor – Duluth, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
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“Life Coaching sessions with Brenda Underwood, helped me overcome mental and emotional barriers that I have not been able to break through on my own. Her techniques assisted me in recognizing negative thought patterns I was unaware existed. My objective was to transform my thought life to reflect an abundant mindset. I made great process with Brenda’s assistance. The tools I have learned from Breakthrough for Life will continue to be useful to me for many years to come.”Lisa, Owner of Extra Measure – Cumming, GA (Life Coaching Method: Skype)
“I never knew the power of a business life coach until I met Brenda Underwood, owner of Breakthrough for Life LLC.I am 50 years old, and had been struggling emotionally because I did not recognize the person I had become, nor had the know-how to rectify it. I was beginning to suffer from major depression and everything about life felt overwhelming. Before I knew it, I had emotionally and mentally spiraled down a rabbit hole that I could not see my way out of. This was not the person I used to be, nor that I wanted to be.
But, deep down inside, I had the desire to own my own business writing emergency operations plan for our vulnerable population of people, i.e. daycares and assisted living facilities. I have a Bachelor’s in Homeland Security & Emergency Management, and Board Certified as an Emergency & Disaster Professional.
My first encounter with Brenda Underwood was the beginning of my life turning around. Brenda is one of the most passionate people I’ve ever met. She was able to help me turn my life around within a matter of weeks.
She has the God-given ability to bring out the brilliance in you, and it is 100% driven by Love!!!
She definitely holds you accountable and pushes you to levels that you didn’t know you had within you.
As of today, I can say, I have my first client who owns a daycare. I will be writing emergency operations and evacuation plans for all-weather and man-made disasters.
Thank You Brenda!!!! I could not have achieved this without you!!!”
Cynthia, Executive Assistant – Atlanta, GA (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
“Brenda Underwood of Breakthrough for Life is a breath of fresh air! She sets you straight when things go sideways. She is that small voice that you really should listen to. I’ve been coached by Brenda for about a year or so now. Coaching Results: I have multiple sources of income (one of my goals), disrupted a stagnant relationship and I am better focused on my goals for my life. As a single woman, I enjoy having a life coach to bounce business and life ideas/thoughts off of. In turn, she helps me set a plan of action in motion for success. I plan to keep getting coached by Brenda for a while.”“Brenda is the 8th wonder of the world!! :)”
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Thea, Realtor at Luxe Estates & Lifestyles – Las Vegas, NV (Life Coaching Method: Skype)
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“I’m the type of person who gets things done at her own pace. Which is a gift and a curse. Constantly over thinking and wanting to know everything before doing it. On top of that with a lot of ideas and not consistently heading in the right direction.After working with Brenda Underwood as my business life coach she has helped me identify my barriers, fine-tune my thinking, and adjust accordingly. Basically, helped me realize I am accountable for who I want to be.
It’s funny because I knew some of the things that held me back. Yet having Brenda there digging deeper, challenging me to get to the bottom of my barriers to flush out the root and seriously look at myself has opened my eyes.
The life coaching process made me a better person.
Shannon, Owner of Gettin Lit Candles – Los Angeles, CA (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
Website: gettinlitcandles.com
“My life and my walk with Christ have forever been changed through my journey with Brenda Underwood and Breakthrough for Life. I met Brenda through bible study many years ago, she is a great friend, an encourager, a prayer warrior.
I was so excited when Brenda birthed Breakthrough for Life. I knew God was going to use her in so many ways. Through Brenda’s life coaching techniques, her love for God, and a driven desire to see people thrive in life, I would discover and see things I never saw in myself. My eyes have been opened to new possibilities in my life.
My goal was to uncover what was hindering me in the area of self-confidence. Why I allowed people to have power over me or be a people pleaser. I was existing in life and not living it to its fullest.
Life coaching and inner healing are two separate methods designed to move you forward that are offered through Breakthrough for Life.
I was set free from a world of self-destruction and my past that was holding me captive.
Joy – Gainesville, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“Before I met Brenda, I was like one of those houses…you know the ones that the realtor says has good bones. It may not be in tip-top shape, but with a little work, it could be a great place to live. If you were to take a tour around this house and explore, you would discover many hidden jewels. For instance, if you lifted the frayed carpet, you would find beautiful wooden floors underneath. The carpet had been placed there so that no one would be able to see the blemishes on the wood.As you walk through the house you may notice that there are many walls, creating barriers that section the house into separate rooms. Not much light can shine through. The walls can’t come down (I thought to myself) because how would I be able to hide the other imperfections that the light would certainly reveal.
Unsure of what to do next, I decided to make a capital investment in myself that is already yielded returns greater than I could have imagined. This was when I was introduced to Brenda Underwood at Breakthrough for Life. She carefully and thoughtfully assessed my unique goals.
Brenda provided me with the tools to understand my possibilities. Reinforced by faith, reassurance, and accountability, she empowered me to methodically chip away at the walls and remove the frayed carpet.
Kim, Business Development Rep – Dunwoody, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“Meeting and working with Brenda Underwood of Breakthrough for Life has been a blessing. You could say right time, right place and right reasons, as I am in a new job and making some changes in my life. After seeing Brenda give several speeches, I thought “this is someone who can help me find my motivation to move forward”. Our styles and personalities are quite different and that was a draw.I was still on the fence about needing a business life coach, but after a consult with Brenda that was both enlightening and challenging, I decided to jump in. It was the right decision. Brenda has skillfully helped me help myself through a process of discussion, directed action steps (including one of my favorite things – research) and follow-up.
I knew some of things I needed to do, but didn’t know where to start. The tools Brenda has created and the resources she references have all added to my experience.
The life coaching process has been highly motivational in laying out a blueprint and steps to achievement. Brenda gently challenges your mindset, holds you accountable, and inspires you with stories from what she has read and from her own life experience. She is skilled at uncovering the root causes of roadblocks, while making sure you don’t dwell there. Whether you have a project to complete, a roadblock to clear or you are making a major life shift, see Brenda and she will help you break through to success!”
Ann, Volunteer Coordinator – Lawrenceville, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
Breakthrough for Life LLC, offers a Life Coach Certification Academy that trains candidates on how to build a business, marketing for businesses and life coaching modalities to get real results in the lives of others. Below are testimonies from some of our latest graduates:“The Breakthrough for Life Academy was an unexpected blessing to my life. When I joined the academy, I knew I would gain more information but was not aware of how valuable the information would be to all areas of my life. The information I learned not only changed my business mindset but also my personal mindset. I can apply many of the lessons learned to my everyday routine.
Some of the business-related results that I acquired include increasing clarity of my ideal client, learning how to effectively market my business and learning the life coaching modalities that help aid in transforming my client’s lives.
I love how she incorporates spirituality with everyday business techniques. Spirituality is a very important part of my life and the academy has helped me see how it goes hand and hand with business.
Shiva, Health Lifestyle Coach at Transforming Health – Snellville, GA (Life Coaching Certification Method: Zoom.us)
Website: transforminghealthcoach.com
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“As a past student of Breakthrough for Life’s, Life Coaching Certification Academy, I received an A+ training on coaching.Brenda’s curriculum not only provided me skills and knowledge of the coaching modalities and how to ask powerful questions, but she also provided valuable insight into how to be successful at business.
As a person with over 22 years of counseling experience, it was extremely important for me to find out the difference between counseling and coaching. As a previous business owner, I was able to get up-to-date on what it takes to be successful in business in today’s market.
Needless to say, the class proved to be more than I expected. Brenda taught me skills that will propel me to the next level as a certified life coach.
Suzette, Public School Counselor and Rebound to Success Life Coach – Grayson, GA (Life Coaching Certification Method: Zoom.us)
“The Breakthrough for Life Academy (BtFLA) for me was a great learning experience! The online class helped me to realize that you don’t have to have brick and mortar to hold a class or a coaching session for your business! I especially liked the one on one peer coaching assignments and breakout sessions. This engagement allowed me to practice what I was learning and helped to bring about more clarity on how to use the tools that allowed for powerful questions.I was also grateful for the business side of life coaching as the numerous certifications I considered, did not offer how to actually run the business or do the marketing side of it as well.
My greatest take away from the overall curriculum is understanding how to ask powerful questions, how to help the client separate the issue from the other person and how to tap into a solution that is already within them. Another big take away for me is that although I can help many, I can’t help everybody and therefore it’s important for me to know my niche by narrowing down who my client is, what their pains are and how I can provide the results they are looking for.
Behind the Scenes:
A few weeks before my training, I received a bomb shell. My boss decided that she didn’t want to use the budget for my training. Disappointed and embarrassed, I phoned Brenda and told her I would pay for the sessions myself while at the same time wondering how I would do it!! I made it happen and ate tuna sandwiches. I didn’t eat out and chose to put some skin in the game. I’m glad I paid for this gift out of my own pocket because as I am writing this testimonial, I am no longer with that company and am out of work. But it’s okay.
I’ve fallen on some hard times but in the midst of it all, I’ve started my own coaching business and have two engaged clients! Breakthrough for Life has been just that for me. A breakthrough!
Sharyn, Empowerment Life Coach at Empower Your Living – East Point, GA (Life Coaching Certification Method: Zoom.us)
Website: empoweryourliving.com
“In a world of knockoffs, bait and switch, and transactional businesses, Brenda Underwood at Breakthrough for Life stands out like a North Star in the early evening sky. As a person of driving passion and integrity, in each and every one of our Life Coaching sessions, she lived true to her business name…as she pushed, pulled, challenged, and encouraged me through not just one, but multiple breakthroughs. Although seemingly magical, her skills are solidly grounded in a life of rich personal and business experiences, deepened even further through her Christ-centered worldview.I came to Brenda needing focus and intentionality in my life and business and felt lost in how to achieve it. She took me through manageable step-by-step exercises that allowed for expansive soul-searching growth as well as the creation of grounded business-focused action steps.
Specifically, I went from being a person of doubt, unfocused, and disconnectedness . . . to a woman who knows precisely who in this world I am meant to serve and how.
From 2D in B&W to 3D in Vivid Color…that’s what I got from working with Brenda. If you are looking for riches . . . spiritual, emotional, financial . . . there is not a single person or company I would recommend ahead of Breakthrough for Life. Thank you, Brenda!
Rebecca, Owner and Fitness Coach at The Fittest Me – Suwanee, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
Website: Thefittestme.net
“I was referred to Brenda Underwood at Breakthrough for Life, when I was facing some serious challenges in my life. After the FREE Discovery Session with her I knew I needed her in my life.Every weekly session with Brenda, I got through the challenges I faced in my life and started dreaming again. Not only was I dreaming again but I could actually close my eyes and see my dreams.
Cordell, Mary Kay Consultant – Atlanta, GA (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
“Breakthrough for Life coaching with Brenda Underwood is a treasure hunt. Brenda takes you through a step-by-step process to design and fulfill both your business model and your life purpose. She intuitively identifies critical steps that you may have missed. Brenda applies her expert training in coaching clients through roadblocks, helping transform them into confident and competent human beings and leaders. I could not imagine running a business without the benefit of her guidance and expertise.Seeking her advice on small or large decisions is a must before you institute a new business decision or strategy. She can save you a ton of time and money! Learning what is best for your business brings a great deal of peace in the uncertainty of entrepreneurship, especially if that new business venture is also a new life strategy.
I warn you: Once you start Breakthrough for Life with Brenda, the triumphs and breakthroughs are addictive!”
Anneke, CEO of Home and Future Business Owner – Boise, ID (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
“Have you considered my servant Job? Six words straight from The Word of God that literally changed everything for me. I came to Breakthrough for Life at a very broken time in my life. My husband of fourteen short months walked out, my daughter had an illness that the doctors could not diagnose enduring six medical procedures in five months and I was completely lost. Many of my closest, most spiritually minded friends pointed to me as the cause of my own issues; adding a healthy dose of condemnation to my list of woes. I was basically at rock bottom when I reached out to Brenda. We had several sessions, all of them impactful, when seemingly, out of the blue she uttered those words to me from Job 2:3. It was as if the light suddenly went on. As a believer, I knew the story of Job well. I knew that Job was not the cause of his horrific trials, but rather, an innocent victim attacked by the enemy of our souls. I knew that for Job, but for some reason, I did not know it for me? After all, what had I done to deserve all of this? I was essentially walking in the worst condemnation of all, self-condemnation.Brenda, spoke words to me that night, straight from The Father’s heart. She told me that He was proud of me. The thought that God, the Master of the Universe, might actually be proud of the woman I am after all that I endured had never crossed my mind. That night changed my life forever. Breakthrough for Life, true to its name, provided a critical breakthrough in my life. I came to Brenda looking for the path forward, but I left with so much more than that.
I concluded my sessions with a clearer picture of all that had happened to me and who authored this attack on my life. I had a roadmap to move forward, and even a broader sense of The Father’s love for me and plans for my life. But beyond all of this, I gained something amazing. A sense of hope. Hope for my future, healing for my past, in essence, a real breakthrough for my life.
I would recommend Brenda Underwood and BTFL to anyone looking for a fresh start, for those pressing through the perilous winds of change and trials or if you are simply looking for the next step. I remain ever grateful for my breakthrough and wish for the same for all of you.
Cam, Vice President – Dacula, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“Brenda and I had a very specific goal. While we worked toward that goal, Brenda also assisted me with every other part of my life. Thanks to Brenda I have a five year plan for the first time in my life and I believe it is achievable. Brenda always encouraged me through the process, saying that guilt and shame were of the devil and had no place in our conversation. Brenda helped me to dig deep inside myself and examine the root of issues and helped me to develop a plan to move past those issues.I would unequivocally recommend Brenda Underwood of Breakthrough for Life coaching for anyone and everyone. The focus Brenda helped me achieve has enhanced my relationships, my work life, and my spiritual life.”
Kasey, School Teacher – Clermont, GA (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
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“What happened to me? I used to be so organized. Why am I planning, but not implementing? I’ll never be a morning person again. Maybe I don’t want my business as much as I thought I did. Gosh, I am lazy! Will I ever get in shape again? Will I be ready for this triathlon in June. HOW CAN I MAKE MORE MONEY IF I CAN’T GET MYSELF TOGETHER?!That’s just a small view of my mindset prior to meeting Life Coach, Brenda Underwood and entering the Breakthrough for Life 10-week Ignite Program. I was STUCK, my mindset was BLOWN, my energy was LOW, my mental state was DEPLETED and on top of all that I knew I had a gift that God had placed inside of me to share with the world and I wasn’t using it to it’s greatest potential. I felt like I was A failure; failing myself, failing my children and worst of all, failing God! That’s no way to live and that’s no way to prosper. So one night in December as I prepared for 2019 God told me, it was time to invest in myself and I did!
Immediately upon meeting with Brenda we were conquering my barriers, changing my habits, building my routines, the momentum was amazing. I had not been a morning person in over 5 years. Working with Brenda by week 2, I was waking up at 5 am, starting a morning ritual and going to the gym every morning!
I came into this experience wanting to improve my business, but I knew more was at stake…my wholeness. Through the action steps that were set weekly, along with the motivational action steps and texts I was developing into the woman I wanted to be that was going to take her business to the next level! I am now much better in the discipline department, implementing plans, following through on what I say and even on the days I misstep or don’t finish a task, I am not beating myself up over it.
I am not perfect and there is so much more I want to accomplish and do, but what has happened in the last 10 weeks is a great foundation. I can now function at a higher level in using the gifts God has given me to live on purpose!”
Sharonda, Photographer and Owner of Lovelee Photography – Lawrenceville, GA (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
Website: lovelee-photography.com
“Brenda Underwood was recommended by an executive at my company to develop my leadership skills. Specifically, I needed help dealing with managing the various personalities in a corporate setting at a new job with a large company. I had never used a Life Coach before and initially was cautiously optimistic. It’s only been a few months, but Brenda has surpassed all my expectations.Brenda helped me recognize my blind spots and patterns of behavior I had engaged in all my life that were impeding me from reaching my goals–both professional and personal. She was able to frame old issues in a way that led to new insight. I was especially appreciative that those insights were conveyed through a supportive Christian foundation which is key for me.
Brenda is truly a life “coach” in every sense of the word—both encouraging and challenging. She cheered me on to break through self-imposed professional ceilings by helping me develop true confidence in my decision making.
Overall, I took away some invaluable life skills and lessons from our sessions. I would recommend Brenda to anyone looking for guidance in overcoming challenges that arise in working a corporate job.”
Susie, EA to an Multi-National Construction Management Company – Tampa, FL (Life Coaching Method: Phone)
“Omg! Where do I start? Well it all started with me attending a Lunch N Lead hosted by my old co-worker Teresa Divine. I won a free coaching session at the event with Teresa. We talked about my deepest desires and what I really wanted out of life. From there she recommended me to Life Coach, Brenda Underwood at Breakthrough for Life. Teresa explained how Brenda had helped her overcome some big challenges in the road to entrepreneurship.I must say my free 30 minute consultation with Brenda was life changing. I didn’t realize I could get so much out of 30 minutes. From that day I decided to have a life coach and some miraculous things have taken place. I started the coaching session with one goal in mind which was to be a Mary Kay Sales Director. I wanted this soooooo bad because I wanted financial freedom and to also lead a team of women to be financially free as well. But what I received in return was so much more and well worth the eye opener.
I found that I was addicted to negative thinking, I had a scarcity mind set, my confidence wasn’t as high as I thought and the list goes on. Of course none of this was done purposely, but still I had an issue. I was doubting myself and trying to achieve a position at the same time. No no no. Faith and Fear can’t reside together. I had to get a closer relationship with God because without Him I’m nothing.
Needless to say if you kick the excuses to the curb, complete your action steps, and have unwavering faith, dreams do come true. So at the end of my three months I can truly say I’m a better woman.
Thank you Brenda for being rock solid and obedient to your calling. You truly have a gift and I’m so blessed to be in a winning circle.
Akeila, Mary Kay Director – Atlanta, GA (Life Coaching Method: Skype)
Website: www.akeilab.com
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“It’s by God’s Grace that Brenda Underwood crossed my path. Through her life coaching with Breakthrough for Life, she helped me find order to my chaos. She’s helped me organize my thoughts about my direction and brought my confidence to the surface.I was lacking clear vision and she asked all the right questions! She gave me focus and held me accountable. She is exactly who I needed in the timing I needed her. God’s timing is always perfection. Not only has she been my cheerleader, she is raw, real and honest. She is truly my soul sister!”
Rhonda, Sr. Designer – Buford, GA (Life Coaching Method: phone)
“Have you ever had a need to talk to someone about your life? Not just anyone, but someone who is impartial, non-judgmental and provides a structured approach and tools for overcoming obstacles in life. For me it was Life Coach extraordinaire, Brenda Underwood at Breakthrough for Life.On the road of life, I began to allow fear to exceed my faith; as a result, I made decisions out of fear rather than faith. As I allowed fear to grow, the belief in myself begin to diminish. I had to do something to find my voice and reconnect to my faith. It was clear that I needed to press the reset button on my life and get specific with determining ‘what’s next’ for me. I decided to invest in me by giving Life Coaching a try. Breakthrough for Life was one of the best investments I made in myself.
Using Breakthrough’s tools and techniques, I was able to peel back the layers and get to the historical core that landed me in the state of being consumed by fear and fading into the background rather than rightfully taking a stand for what was right for me!
Breakthrough for Life ignited a fire in me that served as a kick-start and reminder that I am the CEO of me. I am in control of gaining clarity of my life’s purpose and living to fulfill that purpose! I found my voice and began to use it personally and professionally for communicating my ideas, dreams, desires, expected outcomes, disappointments, corrective actions and plans with definitive confidence. Thank you BtFL for gifting me with tools and techniques that can be applied to every aspect of my life!”
Carla, PMP Senior Manager – Tucker, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“Brenda, I want to say THANK YOU!Breakthrough for Life coaching with Brenda Underwood is exactly what transpired for me and my life. I came with the intentions of focusing on growing my business to high levels and I was focused on that. However, throughout my sessions, life happens and several of my blind spots revealed themselves which allowed our focus to be switched to me having a real Life Breakthrough.
My very first session with Brenda was powerful. It caught me off guard because I thought I had my own life figured out and was in control of it. Like many of us, I thought I could deal with things in my own way, on my own terms and on my own time. What’s funny is how the inner you who wants to shine and come through awakens when someone reveals themselves genuine and true. Brenda helped me process my past and my life.
Now it was a struggle for me at first to even receive the helping hand but I must say that Brenda is a woman of her word. Her intentions are pure, with no judgment and she knows how to help you peel back the layers without you regretting it…
If anyone ever questioned having a life coach; look at what you are doing and how it is not working. Are you continuously going through the motions? If this is you, then I urge you to give yourself this gift of a new life, a new beginning, and a REAL Breakthrough.
Allowing Brenda to be your life coach and accountability partner will be the best gift you ever give yourself. Every second of the day life happens. Allowing yourself to be awakened to a new you, a new reset, a new beginning, and a new release all while receiving a life LONG BREAKTHROUGH is all worth it. Trust, you will never be the same.
Brenda, once again THANK YOU! Words on paper can not express what you have done for me and my life.”
Chikita, Real Estate Broker of Nex Gen Realty & Associates – Atlanta, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
YouTube Video of Chikita’s Live Interview with Life Coach Brenda
“Fortunately for me, I met Brenda Underwood of Breakthrough for Life by referral from a former colleague that I respect very much. As I explained to her where I was in my life and career she strongly suggested that I needed to see a “Life Coach”. I was very skeptical at first thinking that I could work my way through what was happening as I have always been able to “re-invent myself”.I am so glad that I listened to her and called Brenda to get started with the life coaching sessions. I have had a great professional career and very thankful for all the blessings that God has provided. I was at a stage where I was going through the motions, not enjoying what I do anymore. It was affecting my performance and confidence, and I am good at what I do. Basically, I was at a crossroads and had one of the best jobs of my career.
My coaching sessions with Brenda peeled back the layers to “identify career change and a path to get there”. I needed to focus on me and identify my passion. Something that I have never been able to answer and always hated when someone asked me that question.
Coaching sessions with Brenda have given me a new found inspiration, confidence, motivation to do what makes me happy and enjoy this stage of my life as I pursue my passion.
It feels great to have a changed mindset and not being afraid of change or failure. My wife comments that I am a new person and she is very happy with the results from the sessions and that is number one for me.
Brenda, thank you so much for your direction, spiritual guidance, motivation, and encouragement to get my life on track to pursue my passions and enjoy life as I deserve.”
Keith, IT Project Manager – Snellville, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“Working with Brenda Underwood at Breakthrough for Life has been such a powerful experience. I decided to hire a life coach because I desperately wanted to clarify my purpose and begin pursuing it. I’d spent the last 3 years reading self-help books, watching motivational videos and attending groups geared towards self-improvement, but I was stuck. I needed someone to get me out of my head and to hold me accountable for taking action!From day one, Brenda created an environment that encouraged me to just be me without judgment or criticism. She asked the tough questions and provided tools that allowed me to look at myself differently. Our conversations and her exercises allowed me to see just how amazing I truly am. It turns out I have a proven track record of being capable in the very areas I’d been feeling inadequate! This was my biggest breakthrough with Brenda…among many others. Session by session, we continued to break through the barriers.
Together, we got results. I am pursuing my purpose daily and with confidence! I would recommend Life Coach Brenda Underwood to anyone needing a breakthrough. It takes work, but it is certainly worth it!”
Lillie, Operations Coordinator, Training and Talent Development – Lawrenceville, GA (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
“I am so thankful for my Lord and Savior sending Brenda Underwood into my life! I was feeling lost and confused in my daily walk; my own efforts to get myself back on track wasn’t enough.As I followed Brenda on social media, I felt lead to have a free consultation with her to see if life coaching would be a good fit for me. This was the beginning of an educational and spiritual journey for me with Breakthrough for Life!
As a Life Coach, Brenda taught me how to see myself as the Father sees me. I now have a deeper understanding of how to become the person God wants me to be. I have let go of hurt and situations that I had no control over. One of my ‘Ah-Ha’ moments was realizing I had unresolved hurt from my childhood. It was then I was able to forgive and let go of the guilt which wasn’t mine to carry.
The results of my life coaching journey has been a greater level of confidence, grounded, closer spiritual walk, inner healing and finally UNSTUCK!
Breakthrough for Life taught me to always seek God first and know who I am daily! I am forever grateful for this experience!
Kim, Administrative and Billing Specialist – Carnesville, GA (Life Coaching Method: Phone)
“First off, I have to start with a shout, “THANK YOU BRENDA!!!!”Ok, now that I’ve regained my composure, please give me a moment to TESTIFY!!!
A little over a month ago, I decided that enough was enough and I could use an accountability partner, a life coach, a spiritual and inspirational mentor! The Bible states, “The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD!” I thank GOD every day for ordering my steps and aligning my pathway to Brenda Underwood! The founder of “Breakthrough for Life LLC”. Breakthrough took place during my very FIRST session!
Why life coaching at age 49? The answer is simple: I’m rediscovering myself, I’m resetting my thinking, I’m on a road, a journey, a pursuit to overcoming my past in a constructive and powerful manner and I’m finding the future ME, as I begin to walk into GOD’S DEFINED DESTINY FOR MY LIFE! It’s mine, and I’m going after it!! (Haggai 2:9). I’m investing in ME this time! Brenda Underwood, you ROCK!
After 2 powerful, inspiring, and inner healing sessions (woo wee, we went DEEP!!!), I am conquering some MAJOR obstacles!! Thank you Life Coach Brenda for embracing your calling! I am at a loss for words right now! I can’t articulate how POWERFUL our session was yesterday!! I thank GOD FOR YOU!! Thank you Lord for bringing this spiritual, passionate, skilled, honest, and transparent angel into my life!!
I am learning that the greatest benefit of having a life coach is no matter what you want to achieve, whether it is a personal goal, parenting skills, or a life situation that you would like to toss over with a trusted confidant, you do not have to do it alone. Most people achieve their greatest successes with a little shot of motivation, direction, and encouragement.”
“All things equal, having a coach gives you an edge over someone without a coach – in your personal life, your career, and with your business!! HIRE A LIFE COACH! It is one of the BEST investments you will ever make!” Tammi, Motivational Speaker
Tammi, Entrepreneur, Moved by Motivating, LLC – Fairburn, GA (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
“I first went to see Brenda Underwood with Breakthrough for Life, to help me in one specific area that I was not equipped to walk out on my own. I thought one or two life coaching sessions would give me the tools I needed. After the first few sessions, I began to see that God had such a greater plan of freedom. I had never taken time to care for myself as everything was always centered on serving others. I soon realized that God wanted me to do more than one or two coaching sessions, as He began to peel back some of the deep-rooted issues with my thinking.Brenda helped me see the warped mindset of believing I was unlovable along with a legalistic mentality of performance. Through the years of religion, I had gained a large amount of head knowledge but very little traveled to my heart as I served out of obligation and duty.
As a life coach, Brenda gave me the tools to work through the low self-worth issues that had become engrained in my thinking. She held me accountable to my self-talk and self-love as she continued to point me back to Jesus and what HE thought about me.
I’ve been in church all of my life, I’ve read the bible start to finish many times, I’ve led women’s groups, I’ve heard the words – but my heart was empty as I struggled with the lies of shame and less than thinking – Brenda’s technique to emotionally connect with Jesus was life altering for me.
For the first time, I trust what HE says about me and my heart is free to love from a place that is overflowing.
Thank you Brenda!”
Dr. Vicki, Branch Chief of the Cancer Surveillance Branch – Duluth, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“My name is Shar and I’m the owner of Blo Blow Dry Bar. About 3 years ago I began thinking about leaving my comfortable corporate job at Apple Inc. to start my own business. It took over 2 years to have the courage to make the move. It was a decision that was filled with fear.Fear is something that I have struggled with for many years and I had allowed it to paralyze me when it came to my career. When I finally made the decision to leave and purchase a franchise, I had no clue what I was doing. I was fully dependent on God and that he would put the right people in my life to help me become successful.
I found Brenda on LinkedIn by accident. As a new entrepreneur I was searching around LinkedIn working on my “Plan B” in case being a business owner didn’t work. I ran across a post she had made around coaching and it spoke to me. Coming from the corporate world I was use to a ton of coaching and feedback and in this new world I felt a little lost. I immediately messaged Brenda and she got back to me quickly.
On our first call I was blown away. She was able to quickly uncover the needs I had but what impressed me more was that we prayed. It was exactly what I needed.
She helped me align with who I was as a child of God and what the scripture said about me as a child of God and who He was. We moved forward on the decision to work together and I knew I was in good hands.
On our weekly call we focused on what I wanted to achieve as a new business owner and what were the “SMART” goals I wanted. My goal was to be able to successfully open my blow dry bar. The work we did weekly helped me to achieve that.
We broke the goal down into individual action steps that would help me achieve the big goal. The results were amazing. We made 12 offers to stylists, we used social media to get the word out about our opening. In less than two weeks we had over 500 likes and gather over 600 emails to add to our new guest data base. We achieved 5 out of 5 stars on Facebook and booked over 45 guests on our Grand Opening weekend. This was all the direct result of Brenda and her coaching, but more than anything my relationship with God deepened and that is what is making the biggest difference.”
Shar, Franchise Owner, Blo Blow Dry Bar – Annapolis, MD (Life Coaching Method: Zoom.us)
“I first became acquainted with Brenda Underwood when I was in my second phase of School of Discipleship at our church. I was immediately drawn to her transparency in teaching and dealing with real life issues that we all have or will have at some point or another in our lives. She was real and relatable, anointed and unafraid to speak the truth in love. Truly the perfect instructor for me during that time in my life.Here now in 2017, a number of years later, I find myself facing a definite crossroads in my life. As I began to contemplate exiting the financial industry that had been my source of income and identity for over thirty five years, I knew there would be no one better than Brenda and Breakthrough for Life to help me overcome the doubts and fears that were keeping me stuck and establish the right thought processes to break me out of my place of comfort and seize the opportunities that God was setting up for me. If you know me at all, I’m not a risk taker, but I so desired at this crossroads to make the changes my heart has longed for throughout the years. One call to Brenda and I had an appointment for my free consultation and we immediately began our life coaching sessions.
Courage was what I needed and through her life coaching and spiritual guidance, I see myself differently now. What seemed like a bitter ending has now taken shape to be an open door of opportunity created just for me to walk through.
We’ve dealt with lots of things during our eight weeks of sessions, but none as impactful as helping me realize I can dream big in the face of my fears and courageously hold my ground when I really want to run and hide.
You see, what she helped me realize was as long as I let fear rule, my dreams would never be given the life that they were intended to have and I’d continue to retreat to the familiar even though it left me feeling unfulfilled and falling short of what God created me to be. The motivational tools and resources Brenda shared in our life coaching sessions will undoubtedly serve me well as the next chapter of my life unfolds.
Brenda is inspiring, insightful and gifted to motivate individuals to find their purpose and live to the fullest, the life that God has created for them. I am so thankful that she followed her heart and birthed Breakthrough for Life. I can’t imagine navigating this transition without her!”
Laurie, Vice President, Financial Services Industry – Gainesville, GA (Life Coaching Method: Phone)
“My name is Dee and I’m very proud and excited to share about my experience with Brenda Underwood as my Life Coach at Breakthrough for Life. Brenda has come into my life at a time when I’m currently going through a transition which began 1.5 years ago. My focus for hiring Brenda was to develop an exit strategy out of Corporate America after building a career in Mortgage Underwriting for the past 17 years in one of the most volatile industries in our country. I had no idea what I was in for, my God.Not only has Brenda assisted me in creating this exit strategy she also helped me realize and understand the interpersonal issues I HAD within myself that kept me from going to the next level. Brenda’s life coaching approach is very practical and hands-on, but YOU must do the work. She made me face, understand and realize that I am no longer that young girl from the hood in Chicago whose parents were and still struggle with drug addiction. My parents were not around as protectors and providers and as a result I lived in foster care and group homes. I am not the young girl who suffered unwelcomed touches by family members and those experiences do not define me. Brenda helped me understand that I am no longer surviving I am prospering. Brenda also helped me understand that it’s vital to create my home court advantage and embrace my accomplishments and acknowledge them DAILY and in the same breath, understand that money doesn’t define me. My desire to help is one of the things that define me.
Brenda has been the life coach and prayer warrior catalyst I’ve needed for quite sometime to put in my face who and what I am. I am a boss. I am a lender and not a borrower. I can do all things in Christ who strengthens me. I’ve always believed in myself and my capabilities, yet Brenda helped me to stop holding it in. She encouraged me to speak it into existence and do not allow the enemy to sabotage this journey for me any longer. No more confirmation biases…No more anxiety…No more negativity.
I recommend Life Coach Brenda Underwood and I promise you if YOU put in the work you will receive that “Breakthrough for Life.” Everything Brenda has taught me will remain with me for the rest of my life. As thanks for the positive benefit she has had on my life, Brenda has gained a new friend in me beyond a client. I value her as a business woman and a friend.”
Dee, Owner of Mortgage Consulting Firm, Archer Aston LLC – Atlanta, GA (Life Coaching Method: Skype)
“Through Brenda’s coaching sessions and her anointed gift of deliverance, I experienced a breakthrough that ignited my ability to fully trust in the Lord. This breakthrough released an unspeakable joy, love and peace that has helped transform my walk with Jesus and sparked a renewed love affair within my marriage of 21 years. I have hired different life coaches over the years but only Brenda was able to unlock what no other life coach could. Brenda’s methods gently exterminated the steadfast walls I had built up over time enabling me to accept and receive God’s full trust and a new reliance on His strength vs. my own.”
Website: 247purpose.com
Teresa, CEO of 24/7 Purpose – Atlanta, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“My wife Latoya was challenged in many ways emotionally, spiritually and mentally (not clinical but agonizing). We couldn’t quite identify the issues and even the ones we did identify, neither of us had the skills or knowledge to correct and fix those concerns. It caused tension in our household and our marriage (my flaws didn’t help either). I would try to let my wife know how proud of her I was because I know firsthand the difficulties she has stepping outside of her comfort zone. I was shocked when she told me that she was going to open up and discuss her concerns with someone with the training and skills to give her insight on her issues. When Latoya started seeing Brenda (her life coach), she was excited, nervous and weary. However, she displayed the courage necessary to overcome the mixture of emotions. Almost immediately, I noticed the growth that could take place if she stuck with it for the full seven weeks.My wife is more confident, aware of her abilities and self-worth. She has regained a spiritual lift that she missed and longed for, for quite some time now. She now has a calm about her that the family and I really enjoy. Brenda gave my wife an opportunity to open up, which allowed her to talk about things that weighed heavy on her heart. Somehow, life coaching gave her the relief she needed from those burdens. On behalf of my family and myself, I thank you and we really appreciate the assistance that you’ve given us. Also, I must say I am impressed with your work.”
Terry – Transportation Contractor – Norcross, GA (Husband of Life Coaching Client)
“I first met Brenda at a mutual friend’s home. I was in such a dark place in my life and was ready to end it ALL. I did not meet Brenda by mistake, but by faith because God heard my cries. As I’ve told her during multiple sessions, she helped to turn it all around for me! Brenda saved my life, my marriage, my relationships and friendships. Brenda allowed me to do something that I haven’t been able to do in years…and that’s trust and believe.I didn’t know her from a can of paint, but I trusted her with my deepest and darkest secrets that were holding me back from being successful. As my Life Coach, Brenda made me dig deep within and took me to my most uncomfortable levels. When I didn’t believe in myself, she believed in ME! When I saw the confidence she had in me I quickly began to realize, if she sees something so special in me, why can’t I do the same? I have never been so confident in myself or had the self-esteem that I have today. I remember it like yesterday, when I first stepped foot into her place I immediately thought, “I’m wasting my time and money, because she CAN’T help me!” I must say proudly, this was the best investment in MYSELF that I’ve ever made! I could go on and on and on, but most of all, I want the world to know that Ms. Brenda Underwood is a true blessing. If she could motivate someone like me, she can inspire YOU TOO! I love you Brenda. I am forever grateful and blessed to have crossed paths with you by faith…not mistake! Thank you forever and always!”
LaToya – Recruiter/Operations Manager – Norcross, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“In one life coaching session with Brenda Underwood at Breakthrough for Life, I received the message that only where I step will it be given to me. I have to step in that place. Specifically for that session I came in with the goal of finishing a paper for my PhD program. I had been “stuck” for a long while. Through prayer, accountability and encouragement along with the willingness to step into it, I not only finished it sooner than planned but received a perfect score with an “excellent.” Life Coach Brenda gave me truth. She made it about me. She saw what I could not see. Thank you Brenda for helping me get UNSTUCK!”Website: North Atlanta Schremmer Wellness Center
Dr. Sandy, Chiropractor and Christian Counselor – Roswell, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“During a strategic planning session, I had the pleasure of working with Brenda Underwood at Breakthrough for Life. I am forever changed by her wisdom and obedience to the Holy Spirit. I was feeling depressed, insecure and had all but given up on trying to figure out my purpose. Brenda helped me realize that I knew my purpose all along, I just had some barriers blocking my vision. I felt like I didn’t have the experience necessary to achieve my life goals. Her breakthrough tools helped me find my confidence. She says the definition of confidence is believing you are resourceful enough to figure out anything you set your mind out to do. Through Brenda’s life coaching session, I was revived! I learned what my character assets are and areas where my character is not so much an asset. Those areas need work and with life coaching, I’m able to do so. I am confident and committed to becoming disciplined in order to reach and achieve success. It is a great feeling to walk away from our coaching session with a strategic plan. I am actually working on my business and thrilled about taking steps toward my goals. I’m transforming. I feel insecurities dying and the enemy’s truths turned to lies. I’m sure my husband can appreciate the benefits of my transformation as well. Brenda truly equipped me with what I needed in just this one session. God has gifted Brenda to do exactly what she is doing. I can’t wait for the next one! God knew I needed Brenda’s gift and He sent her!”Regina, Real Estate Agent for Chapman Hall Professionals – Dacula, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“When I met Brenda in 2012, I knew it was not by accident. She took a break from teaching School of Discipleship but Free Chapel Worship asked her back to teach the Transformation Phase. God knows that I needed someone exactly like her. Fast forward to 2017 when she became my Life Coach. She was a tremendous help in discovering my purpose. Each time I shared with her the things that concerned me, she always seemed to have the answer I needed. What I like about Brenda is when she recommends things to help me grow in my calling, she has the breakthrough tools already in her hands. She’s full of godly wisdom. She helped me to face my fear and overcome it. She helped me to visualized the purpose that God has placed in my life and encouraged me to keep going. This is one of the best investments I have made in myself. I will forever treasure the things I have learned from Brenda. She didn’t just help me spiritually, emotionally and mentally but also physically. She gave me the motivation to be active again. If you feel stuck or feel like you don’t know your purpose, I highly recommend you to consider Brenda Underwood as your Life Coach. You will not just gain knowledge but you will gain confidence in yourself.”
Josie, Corporate Travel Counselor – Buford, GA (Life Coaching Method: Skype)
“At the age of 36 years old, for many years, I thought that I was too old to accomplish anything. The life expectancy of a young black man is already little to nothing so I felt part of my life was full of nothingness. I always felt lost, rejected and just not good enough for anything. I have always been good at anything I put my mind to which confused me so much more because I had no idea what my real talents were or even what my purpose and destiny was in life. The more I tried to convince myself that I could figure it out and get on the right track the more I found myself sinking further and further into an oblivion of believing I was designed to be a failure.One morning I decided to do something about my thoughts on life. I decided to look for a life coach and on my first attempt at seeking information I found Brenda Underwood at Breakthrough for Life. Brenda changed my life! It’s definitely no magic pill of answers but by doing the work, I found myself finding my way. Issues that I grew up with that I never felt were part of my issues started to become revelations that I was allowing my past to dictate who I was. Life coaching has been an awesome experience of making me tear down and peel back the old me to reveal the valuable person that I am. I went from being lost to finding my talent. I went from having low self-esteem and no confidence to taking FEAR head on and accomplishing so much in just a few months. Never in a million years did I think that I would be a business owner and in a position to share a testimony of success that I hope touches many people to seek help from Life Coach Brenda. The investment was definitely worth it and I would do it 10 times over again. I want to tell everyone it is never too late, and it is never too much to invest in your own well-being.”
Website: Financial Education Services
Thomas, Software Support Rep and Financial Education Services Agent – Atlanta, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“My experience of working with Brenda Underwood as a Life Coach was a breakthrough moment for me. My goal was to grow Spiritually and in the process recognizing an area of pride in my life has released me to greater humility, greater wisdom, greater understanding of an area that held me in bondage. When Brenda asked, “what’s behind that judgment?” – pride was at the door. Our hearts can deceive us but His truth will always set us free. I highly recommend, if you need a breakthrough take a journey with Brenda, whose heart is after God and who loves seeing people free.”
Kate, TBN Show Host & Life Coach – Davenport, IA (Life Coaching Method: Over the Phone )
“My experience of having Brenda Underwood as a business life coach has been phenomenal, from start to finish. During the weeks we had together my life was transformed by Breakthrough for Life’s lesson plans that got me from wishful thinking to action. The action steps Breakthrough for Life has in place will set you up for improvement in your thinking to an I Can attitude. I experienced a greater level of confidence that got me a promotion at my job. My business plan for Natasha’s Thread LLC was successfully put together even through all the challenges I was facing at the time. I learned so much about being persistent and overcoming challenges through taking focused action steps. I highly recommend Breakthrough for Life if you feel stuck in life and don’t have direction. I left my life coaching sessions with a sense of purpose and understanding of my destiny. After completing all of my life coaching sessions, I’m still seeing the success of right thinking. Your Dreams can become your reality with right thinking; this is what I got from Breakthrough for Life!”
Website: Natasha’s Thread
Natasha, Business Owner of Natasha’s Thread LLC – Atlanta, GA (Business and Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“I met Brenda through work. We got to know each other and became really great friends. I was always inspired by her staff development sessions. She led with questions that helped everyone come to their own conclusions and takeaways from the sessions. After several discussions about the sessions, Brenda invited me to take some personal life coaching. I was a little hesitant at first because I wasn’t sure about sharing my personal life. Come to find out, I only had to share what I wanted to share. Throughout our time together, I was challenged to look at life goals with intentional steps to reach them. I also re-committed to my daily quiet time, which was not as consistent as it should be. Brenda is totally committed to your success and will walk with you every step of the way. When she asks how she can pray for you, it’s for real. I felt the prayers she was lifting up on my behalf. She is an awesome encourager and fantastic life coach.”
Website: justpeachybusiness.com
Kim, CEO of Just Peachy Business Solutions – Gainesville, GA (Business and Life Coaching Method: Face to Face )
“I’m a firm believer of everything happens for a reason and I believe God brought Brenda Underwood in my life when I needed her life coaching the most and not for reasons that I thought. You see, I’ve struggled with self esteem issues for longer than I can remember; as I grew older it began to get worse due to emotional hardships. It left me in a state of confusion about my identity, lack of confidence and self love, fatigue, brain fog, sadness, and a whole slew of other things. With Breakthrough for Life’s 8 week program I’ve discovered the person I’ve always wanted to be, better yet, knew I was – was inside of me all along! As a life coach, Brenda challenged me every session to not only figure out the why, but how we can move past my issues. I was equipped with the breakthrough tools that have helped me reach a level of confidence that I haven’t felt in a very long time. As the 8 weeks have come to an end I am deeply in love with myself, comfortable in my own skin, I don’t need validation from anyone other than God Himself. I’m forever grateful for this experience, because after all, I can’t fully love someone else until I fully love myself. Right now I need to do both, because I’m PREGNANT! I needed this life coaching program to get me to a point in life where I’m emotionally stable and love myself in order to be the best mom I can be to my child.”Charmin, IT Professional – Mableton, GA (Life Coaching Method: Skype)
“From the first free life coaching consultation, Brenda brought incredible insight to my situation. She helped me realize that first and foremost I was allowing the noise of this world to keep me separated from GOD’s voice. She taught me how to reconnect with our heavenly father in such a profound way. If that is all I got from our one mini coaching session, I would have had to hire her as my Life Coach, but she brings so much more to the table. Brenda Underwood you are truly a divining rod for GOD! :)”
Cheryl, IT Professional – Port Saint Lucie, Florida (Life Coaching Method: Skype)
“Brenda Underwood is simply the best! She is best at knowing just what is needed and then saying it with conviction and Godly cohesion. Our LIVE YOUR AWESOME LIFE MINISTRY was elevated to the moon when Brenda brought her message. Not a dry eye or unaffected heart in the room. When you have heard from Brenda you are forever changed inside out. You are forced to take a deeper look at your spirit and then give God the praise for deliverance. Brenda will take you to new heights and you will enjoy the journey getting there.”
Website: www.liveyourawesomelife.com
La Detra, Founder of AWESOME LIFE MINISTRIES – Decatur, GA
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“One day I was scrolling on Facebook and I came across a post that a friend of mine had reposted from one of Life Coach Brenda’s blog post. It was from a blog post entitled “I’m Living with Him.” I immediately went to Breakthrough for Life’s website to find this blog post. That blog post Blessed me tremendously. So much that I had to leave a comment. Brenda immediately responded to my comment and I truly believe I was hooked from there. Throughout the day, I kept thinking about the post. I kept trying to shake it off. I was already seeing a grief counselor due to the recent loss of my Grandmother and adding a Life Coach seemed so far stretched. I didn’t know much about Life Coaches and I didn’t think I needed one. A few days later I found myself back on Breakthrough for Life’s website and this time I decided to submit the online form. Not long after, Brenda contacted me and we scheduled my free consultation. I was still a bit apprehensive and unsure about what I was getting myself into but I was open to whatever was getting ready to come. After my initial consultation, I knew I needed Brenda Underwood. There was no way I wasn’t going to begin my next journey in life without Life Coach Brenda and Breakthrough for Life. We invest so much in other things and people and short change ourselves. So, this time I made the decision to invest in my future and it was the best decision I could have ever made for my life.
I started my journey thinking I was unsure about my purpose. My biggest breakthrough during this process was discovering I already knew my purpose, I just lacked the confidence. With all the lessons, I’ve gotten from Breakthrough for Life, I now possess the confidence to be a better Me and to live a better life. Brenda is the rawest, realist, and most loving person I have ever met. She really wants you to win at life. She is truly gifted and great at her talent. She has poured so much into every aspect of my life. She saved me and I thank God for sending her my way. She is truly a Blessing!:)”
Website: www.lovesbugworld.com
Shira, Business Owner of Lovesbugworld, LLC – Lansing, Michigan (Life Coaching Method: Phone)
“Brenda is fearless, dedicated and passionate about her purpose of being a life coach. From experience, she keeps you on task and focused, even when it might be uncomfortable or you simply drifted off task. I did not think it would be possible to reach the goals set in such a fast 7 weeks. Thank you, Brenda, for allowing God to use you! I would encourage anyone to hire her with confidence and to be open and amazed with the end results.”
Val, Designer and Photographer – Atlanta, GA (Life Coaching Method: Over the Phone )
“When I first heard the term “Life Coach”, I thought “you gotta be kidding me! Who is that bad off in life that they need a coach to tell them how to live? They don’t need a coach, they need Jesus!!!” LOL! Until one day I was boarding a ship to go on a cruise and I had gotten so frustrated with my life and my inability to get anything finished. I had just become a new grandmother and caregiver to my grandson all while trying to maintain my own business as a Christian entertainer. Life had thrown me yet another curve ball. I’d just turned 50 and didn’t seem to be going in the direction I expected to be at this point. I felt like I was spinning my wheels and getting nowhere fast. I needed help, motivation, encouragement, discipline.As I began to board the ship for the cruise, I could hear God telling me to call Brenda and set up an appointment before we set sail. And I did just that. Yes, little miss saved, sanctified, and Holy Ghost filled needed a “Life Coach”! And God confirmed it. I knew other life coaches and had even traveled and worked with some. But God specifically put Brenda on my heart.
I met Brenda years ago at the church we both attended. I went to the School of Discipleship and out of the four teachers I sat under, she was pretty much everyone’s favorite teacher. Certainly mine. She kept you engaged and was very pleasant but bold in her class. Little did I know we had a connection unbeknownst to both of us. Her sister and I grew up together for many years and were good friends. Through the years, she and I also became good friends. And I admired her character.
So when I realized I needed a “Life Coach”, I knew it would have to be someone who could deal with me in a bold way but be mindful of my frailty. Because I was hurting too. She was everything I needed to get back on track, get my head in the game and get my motivation up. She was a blessing from day one and she continues to be even after the coaching sessions.
To sum it all up, I would say that this is one of the best investments I’ve made in myself in a long time. I thank God for Brenda. She was made for this!
To God be all Glory!”
Chinnitta, Christian Comedian & Minister – Cumming, GA (Life Coaching Method: Over the Phone )
“Brenda and I have been friends for more than 30 yrs. Brenda has impacted my life very positively because she’s a great listener and always has a kind word of encouragement to give. She also helped me to get back into attending church regularly without being pushy or judgmental. During the time she was studying for her Life Coaching certification I got to be her guinea pig! The questions she asked me helped to challenge me to properly plan, prepare and execute the steps to my personal goal. She really seemed to embrace the opportunity to help others help themselves! I’m grateful to have her not only as a dear friend, but a spirit “sister”, as well.”
Soo, Area Manager – Corona, CA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“My relationship with Brenda Underwood has been a personal gift to me from God. From our very first encounter with my many long-winded questions, to our many phone calls and her encouraging words, our one on one mentoring sessions, to our private prayer time. Brenda has been more than just a mentor to me she is like the big sister that you call on to put your mind back into perspective. She is my spiritual coach and cheerleader. Through her encouragement my prayer life is now more profound than I ever thought it could be. In the time that I have known her I have not only grown as a person but best of all she has challenged me to grow as a Christian.”
Patrina, Customer Service Rep – Buford, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“Brenda has impacted my life on so many levels. When we first connected, I had isolated myself from everyone because of past hurts and very painful relationships. She invited me to be a part of her small group and from that moment on a divine connection between me and her was very apparent. At first, I was so afraid to share the things I had went through but as she shared her heart with me about the things she went through my heart began to open. I could see that she was just as human as me but God was using her in such amazing ways. I not only gained hope from spending time under her leadership but I experienced unconditional love like I’ve never known. Brenda has a special place in my heart that I can’t even describe with words. I would not be where I am today without her coaching me through this life.”
Jamie, CEO of Home – Buford, GA (Group Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“I had heard Brenda was a life changing speaker and I knew I wanted to be in her class. I needed someone honest, outspoken for God, who would let the Holy Spirit speak to the need in me, God answered my prayers through her. There she stood and as she spoke, my life began to change. Brenda later invited me to be a part of a women’s group that was meeting on a monthly basis. I never felt comfortable enough to be myself, but Brenda welcomed me by the Spirit of God to let go and let God further my transformation. She has such a passion to see people realize who they are in Christ, and be free to be all that God has called them to be. She has encouraged, challenged and help me grow in my relationship with Christ. I am honored to have her speak into and continue to be a part of my life.”
Website: newfacetm.myrandf.com
Terri, Rodan & Fields Consultant – Gainesville, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“Brenda is such a special person. After meeting her around 4 years ago, she has become a close friend, powerful encourager, and someone who I care for deeply! Brenda has impacted my life in so many ways since I met her. She has never been afraid to challenge me or mindsets that were holding me back. I have sat in many a staff development meeting with her that truly made me sit up and THINK. She inspired action, not just thoughts as true life coaches often do. One time, in particular, she asked me, “Where will you be 5 years from today?” and that question has stuck with me since. I went home after that meeting and mind-mapped (a concept she taught me as well!) my dreams, hopes, and goals so that I could be more intentional with my time in order to be there in 5 years. When I find myself needing advice, consult, or just encouragement – Brenda is there. She has helped me through the darkest of times and the best of times. I am thankful to have her in my life and God is using her in so many ways, for so many people!”
Amanda, Business Owner of The Olive Branch LLC – Braselton, GA (Business Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“Brenda is an amazing Life Coach. Breakthrough for Life really means what it says; your past will not hold you back any longer. This is your turning point for life. Brenda and I have known one another for a while, however, we recently connected again. We reconnected during a time when I was trying to start a business and going through major life changes. These changes were crippling at times causing me not to move forward at all. Whenever we got together for lunch or dinner, there were always these AHA moments for me. Eventually, we scheduled a time for me to sit with her as a coach. We sat down and she asked me one question, “What are you here for?” I was hoping we would just talk and she figure things out from there. Brenda’s life coaching style was to get me to think, to dig deep, and to analyze my past. This allowed my eyes to be opened. I could see my future and not just be told what to do.
We did exercises, she asked me questions that I wasn’t sure how to answer, but she made me feel comfortable to give her THE REAL, without shame or guilt so that I could move forward. Within that one session, she helped me narrow down what the root of the matter was and I can honestly say that for me, it was truly a BREAKTHROUGH For LIFE. I feel worthy of what God has in store, my ability to answer and carry out my purpose, knowing that my past no longer serves me. She has the knowledge, the love, the patience and understanding to walk you through the Breakthrough. Thank you Brenda!”
Website: www.theinnovativemom.com
Elena, Business Owner of The Innovative Mom – Alpharetta, GA (Business Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“My life is forever changed due to Brenda. I attended mentoring sessions with Brenda. I was not always committed in the beginning but Brenda stuck by me like a true life coach, inspiring me in a variety of ways. She taught me so many lessons in regards to God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit and myself mostly. I had no love for myself and during the Sessions I started learning how to love me. I also learned how to grow deeper in God. She showed me how to connect my head and my heart. She always gave her all into our sessions and took time to help me to understand. Brenda always prayed before each session for wisdom and understanding. Each session was what I needed for that day. I will forever be appreciative to Brenda for the help that she gave me. All of our time was never wasted, God has changed ashes into beauty in my life. One thing that has always stuck with me is a saying that Brenda gave me “Don’t allow the failures of your past to be the secrets of your future.” There is none more better than Brenda to walk through life with you. Even if it is for a short time.”
Tonia, Gainesville, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face)
“Brenda and Breakthrough for Life were game changers for me and my aspiring business. I was going through a tumultuous time at my job and I was scared, frightened, and unsure of myself. Brenda stepped in, guided me, and strengthened me, this nurturing occurred even before our first life coaching session. She challenged me to fight for the life I wanted and deserved. Brenda’s life coaching helped me stay the course and launch my business in record time, less than a month. My business YAH! You Are Hired Job Fairs has launched and I’m looking forward to partnering with Brenda in the future to set and achieve more life goals….”
La Toya, Business Owner of YAH! – Las Vegas, NV (Business Coaching Method: Over the Phone )
“My life coaching experience with Breakthrough for Life, especially- Brenda Underwood could be summed up in one word. “IMMEASURABLE”. But I won’t stop there. I was seeking professional advice, and by God’s grace, I was introduced to Brenda. During my journey, she knew exactly how to navigate “inside my head”, and reveal several underlying causes of my personal and professional struggles that were deeply rooted in self-worth. The obstacles that she helped me overcome have changed my life tremendously. Undoubtedly, anyone seeking change or direction should have a life coach and that life coach needs to be Brenda Underwood! With utmost sincerity and gratitude.”
Tanya, General Manager – Duluth, GA (Life Coaching Method: Face to Face )
“I met Brenda many years ago through a mutual friend who had brought her to one of my ministry events, what I saw right away was her strong conviction for what she believed in and her raw honesty. Recently I had the privilege to take advantage of Brenda’s skills as a Life Coach and she is nothing short of phenomenal. Brenda has the innate ability to ask the right questions and get to the heart of the matter and allows you to use self-discovery to address your issues. We had a lunch meeting that changed my life. In a matter of a few short minutes, a belief I had about myself that hindered my financial success was revealed. I left that lunch a free woman able to move forward in my business with a new sense of purpose and vision. Brenda is the real deal. My life will never be the same because of her commitment to see people live their best life now.”
Gayle, Life Coach and Crisis Counselor – Atlanta, GA (Business Coaching Method: Face to Face )
