About Terri Lynn Thomas

25+ years of guiding people back to themselves

For more than two decades, Terri Lynn Thomas sat at the center of the workplace — guiding leaders, supporting teams, and helping organizations make sense of the human side of business. A pattern emerged: success wasn't just about strategy or skill — it was about self-awareness.

That realization became the foundation of her work.

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Terri Lynn Thomas

LYL Coaching · Live Your Life

Certification

ACC-Certified Coach (ICF)

Specialties

StrengthsFinder Facilitator · 360-Degree Assessment Coach

Education

B.S., The Ohio State University

M.S., Central Michigan University

SPHR Certified

The work behind the work

Today, as an ACC-certified coach through the International Coaching Federation, Terri helps individuals pause, reflect, and reconnect with who they are at their core. Drawing on over 25 years of experience in human resources leadership, she blends practical insight with a strengths-based approach — guiding people to navigate change, lead with clarity, and grow with intention.

Whether working with emerging professionals or seasoned leaders, Terri creates space for honest discovery and meaningful transformation. As a certified StrengthsFinder facilitator and 360-degree assessment coach, she helps her clients uncover patterns, challenge assumptions, and step into more authentic, effective versions of themselves.

But beyond the credentials, Terri's work is deeply personal. She believes that when people truly understand themselves — when they embrace both their strengths and their story — they unlock a level of confidence and purpose that changes not only how they work, but how they live.

And that's the work she's devoted her life to helping others do.

Coaching philosophy

Terri's approach is rooted in the belief that lasting transformation starts with self-awareness — not someone else's framework, but your own truth.

Strengths-based

Using tools like StrengthsFinder and 360 assessments, Terri helps you see what's already working — and build on it with intention.

Self-awareness first

Before strategy comes clarity. You can't lead your life with purpose until you understand who you really are beneath the roles you play.

Honest discovery

Terri creates a space where you can look honestly at your life — what's aligned, what's draining you, and what needs to change.

Purposeful living

The goal isn't just professional effectiveness — it's a life that feels authentic, purposeful, and fully your own.

Ready to step into your next season?

The CEO Retreat is where Terri's 25+ years of experience comes together in a 2.5-day transformational experience designed just for you.

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