Biography
With 25 years of legal experience, TC Cooper is a seasoned attorney and business coach. She started her legal career at a prestigious NYC law firm, later becoming deputy to the General Counsel and then Acting General Counsel for a period at a publicly traded company. Having transitioned to government service and entrepreneurship, TC excels as both a senior leader and founder.
A Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar from Columbia Law School and Honors College graduate from Hampton University, TC consistently demonstrated academic prowess. Now, with over 15 entrepreneurial years, she thrives as an attorney and highly effective business and leadership coach for innovators and leaders.
As President of UpwardAction® Learning Company, TC provides executive coaching and leadership training to corporate, association, and small business leaders. She also founded the FaithFocusFlow Global Learning Center, offering online business training for faith-centered leaders worldwide.
With 15 years of experience as a certified coach, TC blends her legal and entrepreneurial expertise to empower business owners, executives, and managers to Work (with a capital W) in excellence. Her mission is to nurture potential for success in law, leadership, and entrepreneurship. In her personal time, she enjoys yoga and learning to roller skate.
Coach TC's approach to coaching, in her words.
My approach to mentoring is holistic, focusing on the integration of my legal expertise, leadership insight, and entrepreneurial experience. I believe in the power of asking thought-provoking questions to unlock the untapped wisdom within each client.
My business mentoring and coaching framework creates a safe, judgment-free space where clients can authentically explore their challenges, goals, and professional aspirations. It's critically important to me that clients feel acknowledged and heard, fostering self-awareness and empowerment. Our coaching sessions focus on purpose, productivity, and profitability,
I work closely with business owners and leaders as they align their professional endeavors with their personal values and aspirations. This alignment extends beyond the marketplace, reaching into all areas of life. My goal is to help clients achieve business success and lead fulfilling lives that resonate with their true selves.
Through coaching, my clients and I cultivate their strategic thinking, leadership skills, and deep understanding of marketplace nuances crucial for navigating complex business landscapes.