Richard Matteson

Richard brings a wealth of experience to help you individually or corporately excel in your business and personal life. He has trained individuals in the United States, India, South America, and Australia.

Experience Developed & Presented Seminars Created a Network of Leaders in the Willamette Valley Mentor & Developer of Mentors with over 70 men and women participating in his church. Speaker – Workshops, Seminars, Retreats for groups ranging in size from 6 to 1,000 Program Developer - National Conference Director Associate Professor at Liberty University Involved in Leadership Development programs Trainer in the area of Team, personal growth, professional excellence Team Leader and Builder Trouble Shooter Recruiter Sales Representative Vice-President of a small business Coach

Education

105 hours in Coach training, reaching the ACC level educationally.
Two post-graduate degrees (MA, MDiv) and hours toward Doctorate in Counseling.

Richard lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife and five children. He enjoys studying, time with his adult children, tennis, basketball, and travel.

Richard’s values

• Responsibility
• Excellence
• Team Player
• Integrity
• Life-Long Learner
• Communication

What people are saying about Richard...

"Working with Richard has brought tremendous clarity and focus to my work and direction. This is so important to my ministry and career. I would often fall short of the original goal that I set for myself; and Richard's coaching always helps me see purpose and the deeper issues that are causing me to remain stagnant in my journey. His approach is one that empowers and brings out the best in someone, and he commits himself to building my confidence and self-esteem. With him walking me along, I have seen that the ultimate maximization in results is our firm trust in the gifts and wisdom that lies within us. I highly recommend him to anyone who thrives to be a leader with a mission that seems impossible. Richard will come to your rescue."
Grace Lee, Coach at AmazingGrace Coaching & Restaurant Gospel Ministry

"The coaching I have received from Take Flight Coaching has transformed my life in ways I never anticipated. My personal and professional search for greater clarity has been enriched by the very proactive approach Richard and his team have used in bringing out my own inner ambitions and vision. I know now what I really want out of life. I realize that I truly am in control of my own life and my own actions and that it is my personal choice to move forward in a positive manner. I can’t wait to take what I’ve learned in my own life and help others in their own journey."
Leah Kadwell, Kadwell and Associates, Hyderabad, India

"It seems like yesterday that we began to meet and talk about my career dream job. How far away my goal seemed as I took each small step and yet today I can tell you that I've accepted the position we were working toward! It just doesn't happen like this for most people in my industry. You helped me to focus and figure out the small steps that needed to happen to get the larger goal that seemed too big to tackle. What stuck with me is you saying that I had the answers. That was empowering for me. Thank you so much for being a great coach."
Casey Nolen, Cameraman, KGW (NBC Affiliate) Portland, Oregon

"I want to personally and heartily endorse Richard as a "coach" to anyone considering this service. His professional, yet caring manner helped me work through several personal and professional decisions. He asked the right questions at the right time to keep me on track with my goals and the decision making process."
John Moseley, Sacramento, California

"Richard has been incredibly instrumental in helping our company grow in the last year. He has helped us properly define our goals as well as helped us increase our understanding of how our business model functions best. The insight he has given us has been crucial to our growth. We are proud to say that this year's profit has increased 300% over last years!
We want to thank Richard at Take Flight Coaching for helping us become more focused so that we can increase our potential and follow through with action. Richard has become an integral member of our team of professional resources."
The Matteson Group, Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors

"Richard Matteson is my executive coach and I recommend him without reservation. He has earned my respect and is an important part of my success team.
In a world of rapid changes and technological advances, transitions are a fact of life. Some of those transitions are the result of external forces, and others are prompted internally. My coach, Richard, helps me get clarity and perspective. I trust his methodical approach and powerful questions to help me make decisions. As a direct result, my goals have been more strategic, my progress more purposeful, and my life in better balance."
Calvin R. Tadema, President, World Centre, Inc.