Full Text of Testimonials

Darrell VanAmen, Executive Vice President

"I have been fortunate to work with Pam Taylor for more than 16 years while she was Human Resources Director for Homestreet Bank.  Pam possesses a rare combination of qualities that made her a perfect fit for that role as I heavily relied on her wise counsel while building my department staff. More importantly, she was a trusted advisor for me as I navigated my banking career and found her coaching invaluable. Her insight, honesty, business savvy and optimism instilled confidence in me when I needed it the most. 

Pam has worked in different industries and is a seasoned professional, gaining a wide perspective on what brings success. Over the years, I have found Pam’s frankness to be refreshing, allowing for constructive communication in assessing and honing my skills.  I sought her out during difficult times in my career and came to rely on her thoughtful insight to give clarity to solutions that were open to me.  She is a gifted problem solver, she cuts to the chase and provides simple, yet very effective processes to reach a solution. 

Even when dealing with improbable issues where successful resolutions seems impossible to achieve, Pam remains positive and resourceful. Through years of experience, she recognizes that success comes in several forms. I am a better employee and leader, due to Pam’s influence. I cannot thank her enough for setting me out on the path to success."

Rich Bennion, Executive Vice President (Retired)

"As a senior executive for a local bank, I worked with Pam for more than twenty years as a professional colleague.  Pam coached me through some personnel challenges with great skill. She understood the issues and helped me get past misunderstandings to achieve a better working relationship with a co-worker. She was a good listener and asked insightful questions that helped us work through our own preconceptions.

She also was a great sounding board and coach for me as I planned for retirement after my long career, helping me solidify what I want to do and accomplish during the next period of my life. She helped me think of new ideas, and I found the discussion very reassuring in terms of my direction. 

Pam's strengths are her listening ability, forthrightness and her skill in asking thoughtful questions people might. not be able to discover on their own. In sum, Pam is a very good coach."

Maggie McKelvy, Vice President/District Manager

"Pam’s approach was genuine, caring and insightful. She helped me move ahead professionally while also nurturing respect for my personal life and health. Pam’s sessions are enjoyable, thought provoking and bring tremendous benefit. I highly recommend Pam to others."

Lynn Moran, Senior Executive Assistant

"Pam is calm, confident and caring. She has unique skills when it comes to coaching a person through conflict and indecision. She has a comforting way bout her which de-escalates a person’s immediate emotions and concerns allowing them to communicate in an improved state of mind resulting in real and solid problem solving. Pam’s approach was genuine, caring and insightful."