Meet Rená Koesler

We recently connected with Rená Koesler and have shared our conversation below.

Rená, so good to have you with us today. We’ve always been impressed with folks who have a very clear sense of purpose and so maybe we can jump right in and talk about how you found your purpose?
I recall the day that I recognized something amazing was just revealed to me. At the time, I did not identify it as my purpose but as I look back over my life and the common themes that are thread throughout, all stars had aligned from that experience.

When I was 21 years old, I had an opportunity to spend a month in the Wind River Mountains in Wyoming. We learned about leadership, outdoor skills, and how to live safely and enjoyably in the wilderness. Half way through the month, we got the chance to climb a 12,000 ft. mountain. Coming from the midwest, I had never seen a mountain let alone climb one. It was a technical mountain involving ropes, climbing gear and tying our own harnesses. It was hard, scary and very much out of my comfort zone. After three rope lengths, we finally made it to the top. By the time all four of us rappelled down the mountain, it as pitch dark. It took us a few hours to walk through a boulder field, through the willows and on to our campsite. It was 11:30 at night and 16 degrees on October 1st. I was exhausted from the trek and the climb but happy I had such an amazing experience. I awakened the next morning and said “This is what I want to do for the rest of my life.” It was less about climbing the mountain but so much more about what I had experienced and my new desire to share that feeling and “aha” with others.

My purpose is to seek inspiration in order to ignite inspiration in others. Inspiration can be the drive and motivation to get people moving to the next level and to grow. I can better inspire others if I first am inspired. Inspiration fuels the human spirit and puts a twinkle in people’s eyes that can lead them to doing and experiencing amazing things in their life.

Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?
As a business coach, I work with a variety of leaders and entrepreneurs to keep them fresh in their quest for growth. I’m most rewarded by clients’ openness and authenticity as they reveal where they are stuck, how they want to grow, and how they wish to make an impact.

I coach one on one and also in a group setting. I offer a Mastermind on the Mountain hike where a small group of 6-8 participants will join to discuss a topic related to their personal and professional lives. As we hike, we will stop at various places along the trail for discussion or activity. Nature facilitates change. This holistic approach to Masterminding provides the comfort and informality for people to share and leave with sense of clarity.

As a speaker, I most often share my expertise on leadership development, finding your purpose, making your way to your dreams/goals, and the power of your voice. I take audiences on a journey as I share relevant stories from a life time of valuable experiences to apply to their own pursuits and life aspirations.

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
My curiosity….in people, in new (topics, ideas, experiences) My love for adventure….the challenge, the unknown, the risk and the growth that transpires from stepping out.
My desire for learning and growing personally and professionally. I don’t have a finish line and have a strong desire to share and bring benefit/value to others.

The advice I would give is to know that Leadership is an inside job. All the skills and credentials will not make you a leader. It’s who you are as a person. In other words, keep exploring, discovering and expanding who you are, where you wish to go and how you can give back to others. Do what you wish to do and everything else will follow and fall into it’s proper place in your life.

What was the most impactful thing your parents did for you?
There were a few important things my parents modeled for me.

1. Their consistency in behavior and disposition. As I look back, these qualities built the trust and admiration I had for them. Being consistent is one of the most valuable characteristics a leader can possess as they build their team and gain support from their followers.

2. Simplicity. My father grew up during the depression and learned to be creative in building things and finding ways to save money and still enjoy our life. Nothing was extravagant and I realized it launched me into being creative and simple in my own life and in my business.

3. The art of waiting. Because we had little money, waiting to get or buy something became a way of life. Carrying that waiting behavior today helps in discerning what is important, what I need vs. want, and making mindful decisions. Waiting to navigate through a problem from one day to the next can be revealing as mood, timing, and situation(s) can change in a short period of time.

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