What Others Have Said…
“Robb Overholt’s coaching has changed the way I live my life. His willingness to challenge me to rise above life-long character deficiencies and bad habits has allowed me to conduct my life, in both personal and professional spheres, in a much more effective way. His straight-forward, no-nonsense coaching style has increased my awareness of the economies of words and time. His encouragement and wealth of knowledge helped me gain more personal awareness and confidence in 10 months than I had attained in the previous 34 years of my life. He has helped me be cognizant of the ways in which my choices effect not only my life but the lives of those around me. Most importantly, as my time being coached by Robb was in a ministry environment, he has helped me, both by instruction and example, to lead and to love with my eyes fixed on Jesus.”
— Ben Petree
“Robb pours his heart and mind into equipping young leaders to step fully into their purposes and passions. Robb taught me to lead with integrity, to take responsibility and “own up” where appropriate, to value and steward “time” well, and to use adversity and discomfort as fuel for strength and growth.
Robb has a strong and decisive personality, which helps get things done, and spurs him to lead boldly and competently. But, in addition to that, one of Robb’s superpowers is his heart of empathy and compassion. He has a quiet internal strength and tenderness toward others that is inspiring and transformative for those under his influence.
Perhaps my greatest learning from Robb took place after my time being coached by him was over, at a time when I was experiencing a personal crisis. Robb personally reached out to me. He affirmed me as a person, and, without denying the difficulty of my experience, encouraged me, insisting that the story of my life would be powerful and full of hope. “Stay in the game”, he said. I believe that part of the strength I have now can be traced back to the seeds Robb planted.”
— Kelsie Rogers
“I was able to be mentored and coached by Robb Overholt. During this time, Robb was someone who challenged and grew me in my leadership skills. He would call out the gold he saw within me and never minced words when he saw an area of growth for me to lean into. I am grateful for his feedback and the ways he poured into me. His efforts have helped me countless times with leading and multiplying teams and how to navigate working in vocational ministry. Even at times when we disagreed on process or methods, I always felt supported and knew Robb believed in me and championed my calling and leadership. I am grateful for my time under his tutelage and for his heart to develop the next generation of leaders.”
— Hannah Ojeda
“Robb coaches you, exactly where you are, like a master tailor - taking a measurement here, adjusting the seam there, all the while searching for that excellent fit. Not excellent because it’s flawless, but excellent because it’s for me, it’s for you. It won’t fit anybody else, but that’s what makes it feel so intentional. Now, does that come with the occasional word that is difficult to hear? Yes. Will you find yourself being stretched beyond your experience, or your preference, or your comfort zone? Absolutely. But as Robb would tell you himself, it is beyond each of those things where one has the opportunity to find greatness.
To be sure, Robb will not take it easy on you. Never once, however, if you are truly being honest with yourself, will you think or feel that Robb is not one-hundred-percent in your corner, supporting you, fighting for you, beckoning you toward the path that, whether you see it right away or not, leads to a version of yourself you only dreamed could exist. It’s the version of yourself, of myself, that looks a little more like Jesus. After all, this is, it would seem, a foundational aim of Robb’s influence. I believe this with all my heart - Robb helped me become more of the person I was created to be. And if that doesn’t make you want to go on a similar journey with him, I don’t know what will.”
— Ross Sagehorn
“Being extensively coached by Robb Overholt for an extended amount of time brings me to write this letter. If you don't yet know him, you will soon discover his clear skill for developing people. First and foremost, Robb is a lover of people. In loving people, he refuses to let someone settle for stagnation or the status quo, but instead strategically challenges them to go where they have never reached before. His tact mixed with his desire to learn about a person has him constantly investigating and asking questions, detecting and naming beneath the-surface realities, and leading a person towards excellence. My life and the life of my family will never be the same after having spent this time with Robb. I am forever grateful for his consistency and his persistence.”
— Luke Bombach
“Robb is someone that I think of often as I am reminded of the many teachings I experienced under his coaching and leadership. He was known for short phrases that I secretly would call “Robb-isms”. They were short words of wisdom that I find myself speaking out loud to others frequently. Robb carries a tremendous amount of passion and knowledge in all that he does. He is a natural leader, a critical thinker, a problem solver, a realist, and a genuine friend. Robb also excels in walking with people through difficult seasons. His steadfast commitment to people is rare and inspiring to watch.
Without a shadow of a doubt, I confidently recommend Robb. As a dedicated and hardworking individual, I know that he will be extremely beneficial to you regardless of what you are hoping to accomplish. Robb is someone that impacts everyone he works with in a positive way.”
— Bri Gillis
“Robb is a coach in the truest sense of the word. He conveys knowledge in a manner that is clear and strong yet with an encouraging sense of humility. My coaching time with him was focused on broadening the knowledge of and being more active in our shared faith. However his wisdom, perspective and life experience has proven to be a great guide and inspiration for life in general.”
— Matt Wiedle
“I enjoyed working with Robb. I started off very skeptical of many things, especially the Enneagram, Myers-Briggs, Strength Finder, etc. Robb worked diligently with me to see where my strengths and weakness were. He gave me much needed advice and coaching on using my voice, powers, leadership, and how to know when to be silent. Being an ENTJ and Enneagram 8, it is very easy to come off abrasive and fail at delegating. Robb helped me hear the hard truths while supporting me in becoming a more effective leader. He challenged me not to be the one in charge of all the time and positively motivate others. On top of that, he taught me how to be vulnerable, which helped me business-wise and cultivate a deeper relationship with the Lord. I am forever grateful for the time and work Robb dedicated to my success.”
— Deb Robison
“Robb is a phenomenal leadership & life coach! Through his story-telling and sarcasm he is able to create memorable lessons that I often hear retold by others who have experienced his influence and I often retell myself. This alone makes me think that he is not only a great teacher but that what he is teaching has relevance and meaning. He has a heart for people which allows him to be direct and to the point in conversations where he points out areas of needed growth, further discussion, or conflict resolution. He brings a Kingdom perspective to a business minded world which is unique and powerful in many ways. Robb continues to impact my life, along with my family's lives by the lessons I've learned by him. I am forever grateful that I had the opportunity to be coached by Robb Overholt!”
— Chrissy Sampson
“Robb Overholt helped me personally as a leader during our time together through his honest, humorous, and insightful approach. He was so helpful that I brought him in with my team. The results were dramatic and significant! We went from years of remaining stagnant to growing out of the high school where we were renting on Sunday mornings to a facility we rented 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Within just a few years of his time with us, we sent out two core teams to plant new campuses with a third coming in the near future. Robb will help you clarify your mission and your strategy, both personally and as a team, to accomplish that mission.”
— Dr. Eric Michael Bryant
“Robb is someone who has a true coach mindset: he has a great amount of knowledge and experience in leadership, teaching / public speaking, church planting and pastoring at different levels and he is holding none of it back, but rather he shares it to help others grow and develop in their leadership and calling.
Robb's intention is to lead you into your greatness and not let your excuses, fears or character flaws keep you stuck. That means you might want to look for someone else as your coach in case you want to stay in your comfort zone - Robb knows and will tell you, “you can't reach your greatness without leaving it.” He's had his share of pain in life, and he won't be intimidated to let you face painful truths and situations if he knows it will be for your best. He will support you without
patronizing and he will believe in you even when you don't believe in yourself, but never will he let you take the easiest path if it means compromising your growth.
One of Robb's strengths is his thorough grasp of self-awareness and deep understanding on human personality types and traits. That was tremendously helpful to me and I gained a lot of self-awareness in the process during his coaching. Robb demonstrates dignity and transparency by letting those he coaches into his life even regarding the most vulnerable moments. I know it wasn't easy and he hated it but as with other things he did what he knew to be in line with the mission and values he lives by. He set an example and communicated very clearly his expectations as well as always equipping me for success.”
— Johanna Sandberg
“I was blessed enough to have Robb coach and mentor me through the most challenging and rewarding year of my life. He repeatedly challenged and pushed me often far outside of my comfort zone to help me grow and realize my own leadership capabilities. Robb encouraged me as I stepped into a new role with anxiety producing responsibilities. The leadership I’ve stepped into in multiple groups within the church is largely due to the confidence gained in my time with Robb.”
— Rusty Lindsey
"Being coached by Robb was one of the most impactful seasons of mentorship and productive seasons of growth in my life thus far. It is a rarity, at least in my experience, to learn from someone who has the capacity to both inspire the heart and equip the mind. There is never a dull moment with Robb; he keeps things fresh, engaging, and exciting, while also instilling practical principles and tools in ways that stick with you. This may sound cheesy, but it's true - he makes learning fun! He believes in the people he leads, and I think that's one of the things that stood out to me most; he will be honest, and isn't afraid to challenge those he leads, because he truly believes more for them than they may even believe in themself at the time. And after being led by him for quite some time, I can say, I am better for it!"
— Katelyn Rogers
“Robb is a natural coach and facilitator. As he listens and observes others, he illuminates what lies beneath the surface that can hold us back or move us forward. His questions and insights have pushed many towards clarity.
When Robb coaches someone, he serves as an advocate, mentor, and friend. He encourages (and helps) people identify their talents, gifts and aspirations and helps them gain the courage to take risks and unlock their full potential.
Robb is not afraid to tell you what you need to hear, because he genuinely cares.”
— Suzie Martin, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
“Robb is a catalyzer. He’s got a keen sense for sussing out what is most authentic and powerful about a person. He’s what I call a ‘Regaler,’ a wise teacher who uses stories and humor to captivate not only an audience’s attention, but their heart. Combine that with his Master-level B.S. detector, and you’ve got a coach you definitely want in your corner.”