Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How did you get started doing this?

A: I was never supposed to be where I am now. Honestly, I was supposed to marry a rich doctor and live happily ever after all barefoot and pregnant. Well, that’s what I was supposed to do. Trying to do what was expected just didn’t work. Every time I tried to live up to expectations, I was miserable. Every time I did my own thing, I was deliriously happy. That’s when I started living for the really important things in life. I ditched my stifling corporate job. Broke off the ‘expected’ engagement. Treated myself like a goddess. Ran away and married a man I’d only known for a couple of months. Had 2 babies without setting up a college fund. Started a business out of thin air. Published 2 books when no one was looking. Traveled here, there, everywhere to speak to women who were shocked and amazed by the way I live my life… roll out of bed after 9 hours of sleep, send happy kids off to school, hot sex everyday at 11am, work with people I adore, quick workout, little nap, hang with the kids, eat an awesome dinner, play a little Rock Band with the family, fall asleep with the man I’ve loved for more than 12 years. I often hear “Huh? How is that possible… you have a successful business. It doesn’t even sound like you work. How do you have the time and energy to live like that?” Showing other successful women like me how to create a full life they’re crazy in love with is my thang!

Q: Who are your clients?

A: I work with women who are incredibly successful in business but have lost that spark for the other stuff in their lives. A few women come to me with just a piece or two that’s outta whack – maybe they aren’t taking care of themselves or just aren’t experiencing true joy for anything outside of their business. Most women come to me thinking they just want to get back in shape and when we get into it, we find there’s a lot more going on. Whatever the situation, the women I work with have one thing in common. They are ready to start living a full life in a big way. They want to feel the joy of being a wife and mother and not feel like everything outside of business is an annoyance or obligation. They want the great body, the incredible sex, the happy kids, the kind of fun and satisfaction that they’ve given up on. They understand that how you live is present in everything you do – specifically business.  When you live well, your business is solid.

I’ve been told sooo many times that I’m like your best friend’s big sister – you could tell her everything and she always gave the best advice. Better than that though, I give the the full strategy - the advice, the plan for implementation and full support during execution. (ok, I’ve been known to ride some asses – tough love has it’s place!)

Q: How are you different from a ‘Life Coach’?

A: Here’s the deal… how many life coaches create an action plan that works for the life you’re living RIGHT NOW?? That’s what I thought. I deal with the real things in life – your sex life, your relationships, your kids, your eating habits, your butt. I’m not going to tell you how to make a million dollars… I AM going to tell you how to enjoy what you have right in front of you. I only work with women who are ready to take action. Life is too short not to LOVE every minute of it. I keep my private client list pretty exclusive… I hate showing someone the road to happiness and seeing them make a U-turn! My clients get my heart and soul – I know what it’s like to be so passionate about your business that everything else seems ‘ugh’ – you can have it all though. My business colleague Jodi always says “everyone wants to be Susie Shina!” Actually, everyone just wants to LOVE every minute of their lives like I do… it’s completely doable.

Q: What type of person do you prefer to work with and what’s expected from them?

A: I’m super choosy about who I work with. I have to be. I only want to work with women who REALLY WANT IT. It’s so easy to say you want it then not want it enough to put in the work. Here it is… dedicated, open, willing. The only  expectation I have of my clients is that they put themselves first. No excuses.

Q: Who is this program NOT for?

A: This program is not for the mom entrepreneur who is struggling financially. It’s too tough to put full focus on life when starting a new business or digging your way out of debt. Trust me, I’ve been there and you’ll thank me for not accepting you. If you are in the middle of a financial crisis, remember to enjoy the free things in life – sex, sleep and a stroll in the sunshine. If you just rolled your eyes at that (you know who you are), go ahead and join my free community and get my weekly video tip. I also have some very affordable products to get you started that won’t break the bank.

Q: What exactly is your program and what does it include?

A: Choosing to put yourself first is at the core of the program. You have to be willing to step way outside the current boundaries of your life. It means letting go of who you think you’re supposed to be, leaving the things you’re settling for behind, trusting you know what you really want, and believing you can have it. It’s about being accountable for your own happiness and fulfillment. Here’s a high over-view: We start by taking a look at how you are living your life today and why. In determining how close (or far) you are to being who you really are and the life that comes with that, we’ll create a strategy plan for every day. We’ll dig deep into all areas of your life outside of your business. We breakdown very specific areas – your body, your self-care, your closest relationships and more – then we build it up. We look at the choices you make, why you make those choices, what’s working, what’s not. We vision where you ultimately want to be – discovering what your perfect day really looks like. We laser-focus on how building a stronger lifestyle helps create a stronger business. Finally, we build a long term plan for you to stay on track.

We get busy in 7 different areas of your life. I’ll give you tools and techniques that I’ve personally used and shared with my private clients with unbelievable success. We’ll fully integrate all of these into your life so using them feels like second nature.

Q: Does this really work?

A: Yep…in every aspect of your completely transformed approach to living. Think about it like this, imagine you’re watching a romantic comedy – the woman has a great job, a killer body, a hot lover and a completely awesome life. You say to yourself, I wish that was my life. Instead of watching it happen for someone else – it’s now happening to you! You ARE that woman with a killer body, having hot sex, with great kids, living an awesome life really enjoying the business you created. So if we were in the movie together, that’s when I’d look at you and say ‘the magic is inside of you’… well, it is!… and when you stop dreaming about it and start living it, it’s incredible.

Q: How quickly can I expect results?

A: Depending on your willingness to change, your openness and commitment to yourself, you can start seeing results after our first session. All clients experience a shift in excitement about living in a new way that deepens as the program continues.

Q: How will we work together and what does the program entail?

A: After the application and interview process, if you are accepted as one of my clients, you will receive total support from me via email and scheduled private phone conversations, however, the Weekend Makeover Program is live and in person. With each program, we work together to create personalized homework assignments tailored to achieve the results you’re looking for. The accountability and focused support I offer allows you to get it back faster than you ever would on your own.

Q: Do clients ever continue past their first program?

A: Yes. Although they could totally go it alone, many of my clients enjoy having me as part of their support team. I always build very close relationships with everyone I work with.

Q: What are your programs like?

A: You have two options, depending on how quickly you want to see results and how much time you need to spend with me personally as well as what your budget will allow.

The 6-Week Intensive Makeover Program costs $1,750 and includes:

• 60 minute Assessment & Private Strategy Session ($247 value)
• Soul Language ID session with renowned intuitive, Jennifer Urezzio of Know Souls Language  http://www.knowsoulslanguage.net/ ($297 value)
• Lifestyle ‘Tool Box’ put together by me – products, tools & everything else you need to make these changes ($500 value)
• 5 -30minute Lifestyle Coaching Sessions with me via the phone ($620 value)
• 4 Personalized Workout & Stress-reduction Videos just for you and your life ($1000 value)
• MP3 download of each session to listen to again and again
• Unlimited email access to me and my team during the program
• 3 months of Unlimited email access after the program
• 3-30 min follow-up calls ($327 value)

A $3000 value for $14/day

** payment options are available and may be discussed with application approval

The Makeover Weekend Program costs $11,000 and includes:

I  work with you & your family in your home for 2-1/2 days (my accommodations are arranged by my team – in other words, you don’t have to be a 5-Star B&B!)

• 60 minute FAMILY Assessment & PRIVATE Strategy Session ($600 value)
• Soul Language FAMILY ID session with renowned intuitive, Jennifer Urezzio of Know Souls Language  http://www.knowsoulslanguage.net/ ($297/person value)
• Lifestyle ‘Tool Box’ put together by me – products, tools & everything else you need to make these changes ($700 value)
• 5 -30minute Lifestyle Coaching Sessions with me via the phone ($620 value)
• 4 Personalized Workout & Stress-reduction Videos just for you and your life ($1000 value)
• 4 Personalized FAMILY Workout Videos ($1000)
• MP3 download of each session to listen to again and again
• Unlimited email access to me and my team during the program
• 3-30 min PRIVATE follow-up calls ($327 value)
• 3-30 min FAMILY follow-up calls ($327 value)
• 3 months of Unlimited email access to me and my team after the Makeover Weekend

 ** payment options are available and may be discussed with application approval

Q: I know which program I want. How do we get started?

A: Cool.  Just download the application for the program you are interested in here, fill it out and email it back to us.  We do require a deposit with each application – click here for fee schedule of each program. We will contact you within 48 hours to schedule a phone interview. Your deposit will be returned immediately if you are not accepted into the program.

** I only accept 2 Extreme You Weekend Makeovers each quarter.  AND I am happy to provide references upon request… my high-profile clients’ privacy is important to me which is why I do not openly post testimonials.  I primarily work on a referral basis.

Q: Okay, I’m ready but still have a few more questions – this is a big investment for me!

A: Sounds like you’re ready to put as much into YOU as you have into making your business successful! I’d love to answer any questions you have – just email me at susie@teamshinago.com