Jim Kelley

Jim Kelley is the founder of ChangeWorks Institute, a coach, author, and researcher specializing in personal development, peak performance, and success coaching.1 He is also the creative director, developer, and lead explorer at the Portland, Oregon-based ChangeWorks Coaching Lab, which focuses on helping people manage and navigate through changes in their lives.1

Professional Background

With over 25 years of experience, Jim Kelley has developed what is known as the Self-Directed Change Method®.1 This method is a multi-disciplined approach to making changes and living well, incorporating success-generating strategies used by CEOs, world-class athletes, celebrities, and everyday people to achieve personal goals.1

ChangeWorks Institute

At ChangeWorks Institute, Jim has been coaching clients since 2009 from his offices in Portland, Oregon.1 The institute's approach combines thinking skills and motivation factors to help clients develop beliefs and knowledge that guide them towards their next steps.1

Recent Developments

After 10 years of work in the Coaching Lab at ChangeWorks Institute, Jim has refined and captured the Self-Directed ChangeWork® Method (SDCM), which is now ready for broader application.2

Philosophy

Jim's coaching philosophy revolves around making personal development and change easier and more enjoyable. He encourages his clients to consider the question: "If everything were easier and more fun would that be okay?"1

Jim Kelley offers free training and resources through the ChangeWorks Institute website, where individuals can also connect with him and share their personal development stories.1