Invite hope

to the conversation 

move from problem to solution quickly

one connection at a time

Challenge yourself to level-up your communication in just 3 days!

TEDx speaker Cher Kretz helps leaders communicate effectively in conversation to move from problem to solution quickly. Cher Kretz is a school counselor and college professor specializing in solution-focused approaches. Cher has fine-tuned the art of building trust and inspiring change through hope-centered conversations. She speaks and teaches about how you and your organization can have hope talk TODAY!

Cher hosts the top-ranked podcast, The Focused Mindset: Solution-Focused Conversations, where she shares stories and talks about how to build lasting hope no matter what challenge you face. She is the author of 30 Days to Higher Hopes, the first book that implements solution-focused journaling.


“Hope is believing that a brighter future is possible and knowing that you can take action to get there.”

If you want to be inspired, Cher Kretz can deliver a presentation that will ignite a passion within you. Her personality is engaging and kind, which allows her message to be heartfelt as she shares her work through stories and simple tips for success."

Dr. Linda Metcalf

Conference Coordinator

Conference Coordinator

What are people saying?

Lisa V. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Cher Kretz amazed me by “listening between the lines” As I ramble, she elegantly moves aside the clutter in my mind to uncover what is really going on; then, she offers authentic and realistic options so I can choose in which direction I want to walk on my path, or if I want to walk on a completely different one. Cher has shown me a new way to approach old issues, so I can become a new thang

Jen D. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Cher Kretz is amazing! She has over 20 years of experience in counseling and solution-focused coaching. I love her advice because it always is easy to do and works with your everyday life. She has helped me understand myself and find the best path forward.”

Shana H ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Working with Cher Kretz was easy. She has great ideas that help develop more effective communication and manage conflicts. Cher is always available for guidance and comfort and really cares about her clients. I highly recommend her to help you become your best self.”

Jennifer R. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

“Cher Kretz has given me personal guidance to help children with social and emotional anxieties. Her coaching has helped me feel confident. Her strategies have been effective for me, and I successfully use them. I look forward to each of her podcasts each week!”

Having high hope is easy with the GPS Life System’s 3 simple steps.

  1. Gather Information -no judgment

  2. Plan with purpose/ look for pathways

  3. Start and soar into action

The books and journals written by Cher Kretz use the GPS Life System to help you have a solution-focused mindset. Then, you can take that mindset into all your conversations. You will build stronger and more impactful relationships by focusing on hope like never before.

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