Mary Kutheis (“Kooth-ice”)

Overview

I launched my company in 2001, enthusiastic about working with business people who are enthusiastic about making their work lives better. Prior to that, I worked in both not-for-profit and corporate environments, so understand the benefits and the challenges of working within an organization.

Clients partner with me to develop and/or hone skills focused on: “A Game” thinking, leadership, communication, prioritization & delegation, emotional intelligence, executive presence, time management, meeting management, conflict resolution, hiring & selection, and new leader development.

Though I hold four coaching certifications, have written a book (Making Minutes Matter), and have been featured as an expert on radio, podcast, TV, online, and in print, the credential that truly matters is the experience my coaching clients have and the positive shifts made. This work is what I was meant to do and what brings me joy (no lie) every day.

What do you want from your coach?

Working with me, you’ll get insight, compassion, curiosity, candor, accountability, solution development, and a sense of humor. We do serious work without being overly serious.

I’ve been a wife for 27 years, a mom for 24 ½, and a rescue dog mom for as long as I can remember. There were also brief stints parenting cats, birds, and the occasional rodent. Have lived almost my entire life in St. Louis, Missouri.

What I love about Axiogenics coaching.

How we think is at the root of everything we do. Every change we want to make and sustain begins with our thinking. Axiogenics coaching enhances every other kind of personal and professional development. And any other kind of development is much less effective without the insight and information gathered in the Valuegenic Self-Leadership program. This is far and away the most life-altering and valuable coaching and training in my toolbox. It’s exciting work, and I’d be more than excited to share it with you.

What clients say about Mary’s coaching…

Bill Thompson

Regional Sales Manager

Mary is the consummate business professional. I’ve found her to be very insightful on a great many aspects of running a business and in regard to careers and decision-making skills in general. I highly regard her as a trusted friend and advisor.

Brandy Scheer

Business Development/Marketing Consultant

Mary is one of the smartest, kindest and most emotionally intelligent coaches I’ve ever had the opportunity to work with on both a personal and professional basis. She knows exactly what questions to ask to guide clients in the right direction and she knows when to offer insights and when to allow leaders to come up with their own best solutions. Her willingness to give of herself and expertise show that above all, she values kindness. Anyone fortunate enough to have Mary in their corner is sure to find success!

Laurie M.

Banking Vice President

Mary is skilled at showing you how to harness skills you already possess. She uses a scientific assessment and keen insight to bring order and clarity to your work life. Wherever you are in your career, and whether you manage just yourself or an entire team, you will benefit from working with her.

Marsia Geldert-Murphey, P.E., F.ASCE

Mary understood that our profitability was dependent upon engineers being billable, and to that end, worked with us through programs, consulting and coaching to maximize our ability to focus on projects and work efficiently, effectively and happily.

Daren Curry, M.Ed, MBA

Mary is a remarkable talent. She is a critical thinker who is solution-focused. Trustworthy, kind, intelligent, fun, and supportive are words that come to mind when I think of her. She is great to work with on projects. Mary is a collaborative and thoughtful communicator. I know I can count on her to contribute her best, produce high-quality results, encourage me, and good times. More importantly, she has great integrity. It’s a pleasure to recommend Mary for any future endeavors.

Ali Merchant

Management Consultant, Leadership Development

Mary is as good as they come, she’s an incredible coach with experience and a whole lot of wisdom.

Mary Kutheis ("Kooth-ice"), Executive Coach