Tell me what's
on your mind.
I'm listening.
Career advice, encouragement, a little direction — or simply someone who'll listen without judgment. No lectures, and never the dreaded "I told you so."
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DeannaBrain feeling like 27 tabs are open? 😅
Yeah — same. You don't have to figure it all out alone. Bring the big thing, the small thing, or the thing you haven't said to anyone yet.
Most people open like this.
There's no wrong thing to talk about.
Sometimes you need a coach. Sometimes you need a mentor. Sometimes you just need someone in your corner. I can be that person.
Work stuff
Landing the next job. The promotion you've been working toward. Selling yourself in an interview. A difficult boss, a challenging employee, a situation that has you questioning everything.
Or maybe you just need to vent
That's okay too. No advice required, no fixing unless you ask. Sometimes you need someone to listen all the way to the end.
Life stuff
Because it's all one thread. Encouragement, a bit of direction, or a reminder that you're doing better than you think you are.
You don't need a crisis to deserve half an hour of someone's full attention.— Deanna
How I work.
No programme, no packages you have to grow into. Just a few things I hold to, every single time.
It stays between us
What you say isn't repeated, shared, or brought up later — not to anyone, not even as an anonymous example. That's the whole basis of it.
Zero judgment, genuinely
No lectures, no "I told you so," no face you have to manage. You can tell me the unflattering version — that's usually the useful one.
I'll be honest with you
Kind isn't the same as agreeable. If I think you're talking yourself out of something, I'll say so — gently, and then I'll listen to why.
You don't have to arrive organised
No intake form, no worksheets, no homework before we start. "I don't really know how to explain it" is a fine opening line.
No pressure to continue
Come once. Come every week. Come back in a year when things get loud again. There's no package you're failing to complete.
I'm not a therapist — and I'll say so
I'm a coach and a friendly, experienced ear. If what you're carrying needs clinical support, I'll tell you honestly and help you find the right person.
The best part? It starts with a simple conversation.
Hi — I'm Deanna.
I offer a judgment-free place to talk things through. I'll listen, ask questions, share what I've learned from my own experiences, and help you look at the situation from a different perspective. I won't pretend to have every answer — and I certainly won't give you the dreaded "I told you so."
My background is operational strategy, P&L management, sales and market-share growth, cost control, leadership development, and turning struggling businesses into successful ones. But what I'm most proud of is the people I've helped along the way — watching them gain confidence, take on new challenges, earn promotions, and go after opportunities they once thought were out of reach.
I was born and raised in Chicago, and I've since traded the city streets for the mountain air of Hot Springs, Arkansas, where I enjoy the scenery, the hiking trails, and the wildlife that seems to be everywhere. When I'm not talking business or helping someone work through a challenge, you'll probably find me hiking, rockhounding, exploring the outdoors, or cheering on my beloved Chicago Cubs.
I believe we're all works in progress. I'm still learning, still exploring, and still figuring things out — just like everyone else.
Pull up a chair. Tell me what's going on.
You'll know the moment.
Nobody schedules the day they get stuck. These are the ones people tell me about afterwards.
When tomorrow already feels heavy and you haven't even got there yet.
The week after the promotion — when you can't tell anyone you're scared, because you're supposed to be pleased.
When you're the one everybody asks, and there's nobody left for you to ask.
When you've told everyone you're fine so many times you've nearly convinced yourself.
When the worry gets loud and you'd give anything for one calm voice.
When something finally went right — and you just want someone to be proud of you for a minute.
The things people ask me quietly.
What if I get emotional?
Then you get emotional. It's a conversation, not a performance — and you'd be surprised how often it happens about five minutes in. I'm not fazed, and I won't make it a thing.
Do I need to know what I want to say first?
No. Plenty of people start with "I don't really know why I booked this." That's usually a sign it was the right call.
Can I keep it anonymous?
Your first name is plenty. You never have to tell me where you work or who anyone is — say "my boss" and "my friend" and we'll get along fine.
What if it's not for me?
Then tell me, honestly, and that's the end of it — no hard feelings and no follow-up emails trying to change your mind.
Is 30 minutes really enough?
It's enough to get clear on one thing and leave with a next step. Most people are surprised how much lifts just from saying it out loud to someone who isn't involved.
How soon can we talk?
Often the same day. If I'm free you'll see it on the calendar — and if it's urgent, say so when you book and I'll do my best to move things.
One room. Type, talk, or turn the camera on.
You don't have to decide how brave you feel before you book. Pay once, get one link — then inside, choose how you want to talk. Switch anytime, mid-conversation.
Deanna
Voice only · camera off · 04:12
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Deannaturn it on whenever you’re ready
Start typing. Finish talking.
Some people open up faster when they can write it down first. Others want to hear a voice straight away. You get to decide in the moment — and change your mind halfway through.
It's the same private room either way. Nothing to download, no account to make, and nothing left behind on your phone afterwards.
Would rather just phone her?
There's a number for that too — it rings Deanna's laptop and her phone at once, so she can pick up with a headset at her desk or from the car. Her personal number stays private.
How long do you need?
The format is up to you in the room — this is just about time.
15 minutes
One question, one decision, or a bit of encouragement before something big.
- Type, talk or video
- Same private room
- Often available same day
30 minutes
Enough room to unpack it properly and leave with a clear next step.
- Type, talk or video — switch anytime
- Reminders so you don't forget
- Need longer? A full hour is $75
In your corner
Two full hours a month, plus the room stays open in between.
- Two 1-hour sessions a month
- Open chat between sessions
- Cancel anytime — no future charges
Not sure after your first session? I'll refund it. No form, no argument — I'd rather you kept your money than felt you'd wasted it. See the policy.
It's time to spend a little on yourself. Taking care of everyone else is exhausting — you deserve some you-time too.
What actually happens
About a minute, start to finish.
Pick your time
15 or 30 minutes, or ongoing support.
Pay securely
Card payment through Stripe. Nothing is stored on this site.
Get your link
One private room — it opens in the browser you already have.
Talk however suits
Type, voice or video. Deanna's notified the moment you arrive.
Not ready to book yet?
Send her a question first — no charge, no pitch, no follow-up emails. Sometimes people just want to know who they'd be talking to before they commit to anything.
Let's talk.
Set up your conversation today. It's time to invest in you.
Less stress · Better focus · A clearer path forward