What others are saying about CBK Advising!

I recently attended a “Train the Trainer” certification with CBK advising facilitated by Karen Nutter and it was an absolutely great experience. All of the pre-certification communication was clear and concise, making everything leading up to the training day go very smoothly. The course was run professionally: started on time, all the course materials were provided, it was educational and entertaining, and we finished on-time. If you are looking to raise the level of your corporate trainings, improve communication skills, and the cohesiveness of the workplace, I highly recommend CBK advising.

Karen was absolutely amazing. Meeting with her gave me clarity guidance and helped me find peace in my career path. She also helped me to better understand who I am as a person and the reasons behind it. I would highly recommend a coaching session with her, as it will guide you in the right direction and help you find peace and resolution.

Working with Katie has been an absolute game changer for my business. Her strategic insight and hands-on approach helped our sales team double our revenue in a remarkably short time. Beyond the impressive numbers, Katie empowered our team to build long-lasting client relationships and strengthen our internal collaboration. What truly sets Katie apart is her incredible attitude — she’s positive, professional, and genuinely invested in our success. Every meeting with her left us feeling inspired, focused, and motivated to reach new goals. If you’re looking for a business consultant who delivers measurable results while uplifting your team culture, Katie and Karen are the ones to call.

Katie was great to work with and does a very nice job of providing feedback as well as coaching. She is thorough and very knowledgeable and really helped me prepare for my job interviews. I would highly recommend hiring her for you job coaching needs.

I can't say enough good things about the business mastermind group led by Karen Nutter! From the very first meeting, I felt inspired, motivated, and surrounded by like-minded entrepreneurs who are committed to growth. Karen's leadership is exceptional — she brings invaluable insights, genuine support, and a wealth of experience to the table. The group environment is empowering, collaborative, and filled with actionable strategies that have already made a tangible difference in my business. I highly recommend this mastermind to anyone looking to elevate their business and connect with a community of driven professionals. Five stars all around!

It has been an absolute pleasure working with Karen! Her knowledge and wisdom is top notch on helping self improvement. As we walk through life, we go through changes, challenges, experiences, etc. where we carry ourselves In ways, we may not mean to; Karen is an expert at Providing sound advice and feedback that is constructive and overall positive. I highly recommend this coach!

CBK Advising is absolutely amazing at what they do! Our team had the opportunity to work with Katie McCollum and cannot express how grateful we are for the knowledge she has shared with us! Thanks, Katie!

I had the pleasure of working with Katie McCollum, and I can’t recommend her highly enough. From our very first conversation, Katie brought empathy, insight, and a deep understanding of career development that immediately put me at ease. She’s a phenomenal listener who takes the time to truly understand your story, goals, and challenges. What really sets Katie apart is her ability to help you uncover what genuinely drives you toward success. She doesn’t offer one-size-fits-all advice—she tailors her guidance to fit your unique strengths and aspirations. Her follow-up is exceptional, and you always feel supported and seen throughout the entire process. If you’re at a crossroads in your career or simply want to align your professional path with your true motivations, I can’t think of a better person to have in your corner than Katie. Working with her has been a game-changer for me.

Katie McCollum met with us and helped us figure out exactly what skills we needed to hire for with our most recent hire and she found us an amazing new Customer Service Rep. We are so excited for future growth with our new, amazing employee. THANK YOU KATIE!!!!!

I can’t say enough good things about CBK Advising! I came to them during a particularly chaotic and stressful time, feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to move forward. From the moment I reached out, they made the process incredibly easy and were so attentive to my specific situation. The team at CBK Advising took the time to thoroughly listen to all of my concerns, asking insightful questions that helped me better understand the root of the problem. They were able to break down what seemed like an insurmountable situation into manageable steps. It was clear from the start that they not only understood the complexities of what I was facing, but also had the expertise to guide me through it. What truly impressed me was their ability to bring clarity and a sense of balance to an otherwise chaotic scenario. They didn’t just give advice; they helped me see things from different perspectives and offered practical solutions that made sense for my specific needs. With their help, I was able to regain control, prioritize what truly mattered, and confidently move forward. CBK Advising’s professionalism, patience, and tailored approach were exactly what I needed. I’m incredibly grateful for their support and highly recommend them to anyone looking for guidance in navigating challenging situations. They are experts in what they do and genuinely care about their clients’ success!

If I could give Katie 100 stars, I would—she truly deserves every single one! She helped me find my dream job, a place I can finally call my work home after searching for years. She is so knowledgeable and passionate about what she does. I couldn't be more grateful for her support and guidance! Highly recommend CBK advising!

CBK Advising did an outstanding job at our retreat! We hired them to energize our staff and equip them with tools to enhance communication with both clients and each other. During their interactive presentation, it was evident that everyone was highly engaged and energized. The insights and examples provided by Karen and Katie were extremely beneficial for the staff. It was truly impressive to see how they elevated everyone within our organization, including staff, executives, and board members. I highly recommend CBK's services for improving communication with clients, colleagues, and personal connections. It was a major success with everyone. Thank you!

Karen and Katie are both wonderful, personable people who are obviously very knowledgeable in this field. I participated in her DISC and Motivators session as well as her 8 Factors of Engagement session - both of which were very insightful and helpful, not only in understanding myself, but also in understanding my coworkers and the dynamics of the company. I highly recommend taking part in these sessions - you will learn a lot!

Katie provided exceptional support in refining my resume, optimizing my LinkedIn profile, and preparing me for interviews. Her personalized 1-on-1 guidance helped me stand out among other applicants, and within just two weeks, I received multiple job offers. I'm incredibly grateful for Katie's dedication and expertise in helping me land my dream job!

Katie from CBK Advising recently visited Beaches Rotaract and led a communication workshop! She included examples and best practices to keep in mind when communicating with potential buyers. Her presentation was visual and interactive. She incorporated her expertise in sales leadership throughout the workshop with mini-case studies and group input. Our Rotaract group is so grateful that Katie came to visit us and teach our group! She was a huge hit and the club appreciates her!

As always, Karen brings an amazing energy to all that she does. Her knowledge of the DISC content is vast and her delivery ensures that every participant is fully engaged. Our team retreat was greatly enhanced by having Karen there. Thank you!! 🙌🏼

Karen Nutter brought an out of the norm perspective on who I am and how I react with those around me. I can definitively say she has made me a better leader and person both professionally and personally throughout our time together. I’d recommend her services to anyone trying to do the same.

Karen was absolutely fantastic to work with during our leadership program. She has a vibrant and enthusiastic presentation method that captured 100% of my attention. The depth of behaviors and emotions she was able to assess in our short time working together was incredibly helpful and insightful. I would highly recommend Karen with CBK for anyone in leadership looking to improve their communication and/or rapport with clients, colleagues, employees, or even personal connections.

Karen is phenomenal! She spoke at Beaches Rotaract in front of over 50 young professionals about their different communication styles and on leading with empathy in business. Everyone is still talking about her and I know I've skipped years of trial and error from her wisdom!

Star stage presence, wise, engaging and presents information that is easy to digest and remember, Karen is fantastic! I had the pleasure of listening to Karen present twice for the Rotaract Club of Jacksonville Beaches and safe to say I'd love to listen to her a third (and fourth, etc)! Karen spoke on the importance of knowing ourselves and those around us better to improve connection -I had no idea about the four behavior types of people! All of the insights and tips were awesome. Thanks a lot Karen!

Working with Karen in one of her Mastermind Groups, with its emphasis on DISC, has helped me to better recognize the communication styles of my clients, and team members allowing me to better serve their needs. As a bonus, I’ve been able to apply these same concepts to better communicate with my wife as well as other family members. I strongly feel that Karen’s leadership and the insights of my fellow group members were instrumental in helping me to reassure and guide my clients through a tumultuous year.

Karen is an incredibly talented and technically savvy HR professional with a strong commitment and passion to serving her clients’ needs and inspiring their teams to success. She is specialist in assessment techniques for hiring and team building. Her workshop ‘ Advanced Buyers’ Signal’ designed to help sales individuals and teams learn how to identify and work with different behavioral styles to increase customer relations and close more sales is one among the best training class I have taken. Karen enthusiasm is contagious and an asset to those around her. She is quickly trusted by all who meet her and because of that she can leverage relationships and drive results in her field. I look forward to collaborating with Karen more in the future.

Karen Nutter has been my business coach for many years and has helped me to work ON my business as well as IN my business. Last week I took a workshop with her on buyer signals. The skills that she passed along in that class are invaluable. She has given me tools to help every personality type with the style, vocabulary and understanding that will help me, help my customers. Karen's knowledge, professionalism and delivery is all top notch. I encourage everyone in the business world to consider taking this workshop. These are not just business skills, these are life skills that Karen has given me. Karen, I cannot thank you enough!

The content is useful, and holds value... but Karen is the true gem here! What a coach! Can't wait to start implementing what she has taught me 😊A true game changer.