Nancy Nelson is a certified professional coach with over 15 years of experience in volunteer development and coaching individuals through life and career transitions. She is also a published author and effective public speaker with excellent presentation skills. Her passion is helping people find greater contentment in life, whether personally or professionally. At ESME.com, she is a contributor and Resource Guide, offering support and numerous offerings in the Bereavement section of the site. She has also taught classes in the Lifelong Learning Institute at Harper College in Palatine and facilitated/created "Building Your Best You" based on house construction at NAMI in Crystal Lake. Nancy has studied Bachelor of Arts in Applied Behavioral Science at National Louis University and is a Certified Professional Coach & Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner with a specialization in Resiliency, Transition, and Grief from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. Nancy's core skills and competencies include Career & Life Counseling, Large Group Presentations, Small Group Creation, Training & Development, Project Management, Resume Assistance, and Client Empowerment.