KMCC is a combination of the research, work, creative wellness workshops since 1985, and creativity coaching since 1997 of Jill Badonsky, M.Ed. entrepreneur, occupational therapist, artist and writer with augmented tools by Robert Maurer, Ph.D, UCLA Psychologist and international workshop leader. It is an unprecedented model of coaching that takes into account the resistances and sensitivities of the individual or organization wanting creative progress, innovation or change, and of the non-linear process of creativity. It's hallmark is compassion, permission, small steps, guided imageries, and 10 tools never used before in the coaching world and proven to provide break-throughs for thousands. For more information, please visit the Kaizen-Muse Website at www.kaizenmuse.com.

 

Recipients of Kaizen-Muse Coaching experience:

  • The unlocking and rejuvenation of the creative mind and the child-like spirit.
  • A greater ability to cultivate intuition, imagination, ingenuity through in-session experiences as well as the prescription of simple and clearly defined tools for soul fortification, fuel of for the imagination and the amusement needed to stay interested. 
  • Less frustration and more ease in achieving previously unattainable or seemingly elusive goals.
  • Success oriented habits that make approaching creative endeavors more comfortable
  • Greater productivity in smaller periods of time with less ‘down time’ in-between successes.
  • A new level of discovery in one’s personal potential and the ability to attain it, translating ideas to reality.
  • Embracing new territories, discovering that creativity has no ceiling, discovering creativity as ever-new joy.
  • Moving past obstacles once felt as insurmountable – lack of focus, self-sabotage, perfectionism, procrastination, low self-confidence, comparison to others.
  • Liberation from the resistance experienced in returning to creative or significant endeavors
  • A life-long adaptation of creativity as the joy, reward, and higher purpose it can be.

Enjoy the benefits of Kaizen-Muse Coaching. 

Qualified individuals can become a Certified Kaizen-Muse Coach. Find out more about our program.



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 NEXT certification training begins June, 2007. For details about the training, click here.

Because Kaizen-Muse Creativity Coaching Training is an accelerated program, students accepted have experience working with individuals in a one on one professional setting or are passionate about the creative process. A written application and a telephone interview are required to apply. Please email KMinfo@themuseisin.com for more information.

YOUR KAIZEN-MUSE GUIDES:

Founder and Executive Director: Jill Badonsky, M.Ed. Multimedia artist, performance storyteller, nationally recognized workshop leader, creativity coach, occupational therapist and author of The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a Bodyguard). Jill is located in Southern California.

Luminary Director: Robert Maurer, Ph.D. UCLA psychologist, internationally known seminar leader and author of the book One Small Step Can Change Your Life: The Kaizen Way. Bob is located in Southern California and Washington.

Find out about the Next Kaizen-Muse trainings www.kaizenmuse.citymax.com


DISTINCTIONS OF KAIZEN-MUSE CREATIVITY COACHING:

1. KMCC uses Kaizen-Muse Ten Tools, which provide gentle structure, small steps; mind sculpting, accountability and creative experiences that honor the non-linear and resistant nature of the creative seeker.

2. KMCC believes that tapping into and cultivating our child-like spirit liberates creativity and thus draws on the importance of play and nurturing to the creative process through applicable prescriptions.

3. KMCC uses specially designed guided imageries providing a transforming creative experience augmented with journal writing, deepened focus and clarity; an increased ability to manifest dreams through Kaizen-fortified visualization techniques; and enhanced skills of intuition and imagination.

4. This coaching model specializes in moving individuals past blocks such as:

  • Fears related to the creative process
  • Self Sabotage
  • Procrastination/ Discipline Challenges
  • Perfectionism
  • Overwhelm
  • Self-Doubt/ Comparison
  • Inability to Focus
  • Not finding the time for Creative Passions
  • Difficulty starting or finishing projects
  • Difficulty returning to creative endeavors
Please email info@themuseisin.com for more information.

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“Don't ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.”
—Howard Thurman
  • “I have so many ideas but I don’t know where to start. I feel paralyzed ”
  • “I never seem to make the time to get to my writing [or other creative passion].”
  • “I am overwhelmed by all I have to do and plus I’m not sure the time I spend will amount to anything anyway.”
  • "I know what to do, I know I'm talented...but I'm not doing it."
  • “I never finish anything.”

See how Kaizen-Muse Creativity Coaching can move you through creative blocks.

As founder and director of Kaizen-Muse Creativity Coaching and KMCC training, Jill is a creativity coaching pioneer. Her background is in occupational therapy, management, corporate creative consultation, marketing, performance, comedy, multimedia art and free-lance writing. Her masters degree is in Educational Media and Instructional Design. She is an author, creative writing teacher, columnist for Creativity Portal, and senior editor of the monthly Muse-Flash. Jillspecializes in working with writers, film-makers, storytellers, stand-up comedians, singer songwriters and baby boomers wanting to create a positve change.  She specializes in getting individuals through procrastination and fears. She has designed a Creativity and Wellness/Weight Loss Program called Body Blissmas that uses creative thinking and activity to augment wellness and sustained weight loss. .

If not now... when? Are you willing to take a risk to live your dreams?

Bridge the gap between where you are an where you want to be one small step at a time, with your unique rhythm honored, your dreams fortified and a compassionate understanding of your resistances. For writers, artists, film makers and anyone wanting to create a positive change who is stopped by overwhelm, paralysis, procrastination, fear, and/or self sabotage.

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  • Email Jill with a description of your creative intention or on your plans to create a positive change in your life. Describe a little bit about what challenges you most often find yourself up against.
  • Jill will contact you for a free on half-hour consultation to see if Kaizen-Muse Creative Coaching is a good fit for you.
  • Receive coaching over the phone, email, in the Blissmas Club or in person.
  • Choose one of the plans listed below.
  • You can be also be coached in a pair with an assigned client or someone you chose yourself for the prices noted.

   

Transformational Plan

$750 month

Four 45 minute to one hour calls in person meetings weekly with email follow

Free creativity book selected according to your needs

Discount on workshops, retreats, and classes.

Discount for 3 month commitment $2100

Life Path 

$425 month

Four 45 minute calls weekly with email follow-up.

Creativity Coaching Package – email support,  comprehensive follow-up emails Jill’s Nine Modern Day Muse book included.

Discount for 3 month commitment $1150

Momentum Plan

$350 month

Combination phone call one week (with a follow-up email) and an email the following week session.
Two 30-45 minute calls every other week with email follow-up.

Two email coaching exchanges on the email on the two weeks we have no call (as well as daily or frequent check-ins from the client depending on the assignment).

Discount for 3 month commitment $995

Cyber Coaching

$75 month

Five emails: one e-plan, four email responses to your email reports. (Provides accountability, structure, support, nurturing the journey). Writing these emails is actually a powerful coaching-awareness tool.

Discount for 3 month commitment $200

 

Email info@themuseisin.com

“You know Jill I never in a million years would have shared this with anyone before. I always thought people will think I am silly or crazy . . . you know . . . thanks for giving me this gift . . . you offer a real ease and comfort that truly brings out the dreams and an openness to share. You have done a lot for me in such a short time!! Just in the ability for me to be open and feel accepted. Thank you.”
—Coaching client

“You're good!!! You're really, REALLY good. It's like a bolt of light just went through me. WOW.”
—Rena Tucker, Entrepreneur, Artist

“Having Jill as my coach is like having a personal Muse. She colors in my life with Disney quality while nurturing and cultivating what she inspires.”
—Debra Ty, author and Holistic Health Practitioner

"You have changed my life—and I will treasure what you have given me forever! You are an inspiration to all of us struggling artists.”
—Vicki Nevens, MFCC, Ph.D. Psychoanalyst and Artist

"You have been given a true gift—your playful perceptiveness is truly astounding. Thank you so much for following your heart because of your courage my life has been forever impacted."
—Nicole, editor

References from previous clients available on request.

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