Collaborative, purposeful guidance

We believe in human potential. The power to change “I wish” to “I will” to “I did.” The power that comes from envisioning your future, even if the journey feels unclear.

That’s why U.S. Bank offers free goals coaching. A coach can help you explore what matters most to you, financial or not, and create a customized success strategy. Come prepared for a supportive, stress-free conversation about who you are, what you hope to achieve and clear steps you can take to build the life you want.

Explore your goals.

Your coach helps pull your true self forward as you explore the goals most important to you.

Make an action plan.

You'll partner with your coach to identify realistic, meaningful steps towards goal achievement.

Gain connections and support.

Some goals may require more help to achieve. Your coach can connect you to the right people.

Real goals brought to life

See what clients are saying about their goals coaching experience.

Founded a nonprofit

‟When my photography business slowed down during the pandemic, my coach asked the right questions and helped me figure out the road to take to reinvent myself.”

Kim

 

Bought their first home

‟My coach is my accountability partner. We were on a two-year plan to save a down payment, and she helped us speed up the process.” (Corey is a U.S. Bank employee.)

Corey and Stephenie

 

Started a new career

‟Working with my goals coach has allowed me to see how setting goals works and why they’re important. I didn’t think it was possible to make these changes over the course of a year. My goals coach understood me. He didn’t have an agenda. He challenged me to get clear about my goals and be assertive with myself about what I wanted to achieve.”

Justin

 

What our goals coaching clients say

Results are based on a survey conducted by U.S. Bank of more than 400 goals coaching clients from 2019 through 2023.

96%

of participants said it was worth their time.

94%

of participants felt more motivated to pursue their goals.

93%

of participants said their goals coach made them feel special.

Why is coaching free?

We believe life guidance should be available to anyone who wants it. What’s in it for the bank? Our goals coaches can’t sell you anything. But our hope is as you achieve your goals, you’ll invest more in yourself via our products.

Get answers to more of the most frequently asked questions about goals coaching.

Meet our coaches.

With backgrounds in fields such as psychology and education, our coaches can help you achieve what matters most to you, whether that’s sticking to a budget, building your career or pursuing a passion.

Ready to start your journey? Use our interactive calendar to schedule a virtual session with a coach.

Holly Kierstead

“I’m a people leader and an inspirational coach with 20 years of banking experience. I have a passion to help others via self-discovery. I’ll guide you through setting a clear vision of your aspirations by helping you discover the confidence you need to achieve your goals, both personally and financially. I’m looking forward to getting started on your journey.”

Haitham Suleiman

“As a Certified Master Life Coach, I bring over 19 years of experience in banking, management, coaching and leadership to empower you in reaching your full potential. My coaching approach helps bring clarity and structure to help you make meaningful progress towards your personal, financial and professional goals. I’m here to guide and support you in your journey.”

John Hirano

“I’ve spent the last decade helping people reach their potential, as an educator and a coach. In the classroom I saw firsthand how the right mindset and support could change someone’s life. That’s why I became a coach. I provide clients that same powerful experience during our sessions, helping you overcome behavioral hurdles that’ve been holding you back. Allow me to help you take ownership of your story and write your next chapter.”

Tim Klecker

“I’m a Certified Master Life Coach with over 12 years of experience in the banking and financial service industry. One of my primary focuses is to help my clients bring clarity and structure to their goals, with measurable steps that lead to more desirable outcomes. I believe every person has the potential to become the best version of themselves so that they can live happy, fulfilling lives. I look forward to collaborating on what’s important to you.”

Barry Saeger

“I’m committed to helping you achieve clarity around your personal, professional and financial life. With a master’s degree in education, my background has been in career exploration, higher education and financial coaching. My approach to goal-setting and goal achievement is client-focused and helping you prioritize what truly matters in your life. Let’s work together to turn your aspirations into reality.”

Watch our recorded goals webinars.

Along with free coaching, we also offer webinars on goals-related topics. Recordings are available for you to watch whenever it’s convenient.

Frequently asked questions

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Disclosures

Goals coaches do not:

  • Conduct financial planning or provide investment advice.
  • Make recommendations or give advice on matters involving health, including physical, mental, emotional or medical.

U.S. Bank assumes no responsibility for and makes no claims concerning the merit or sufficiency of your goals and does not assume any responsibility or liability for any losses or other outcomes resulting from decisions made by you, actions taken or not taken by you, in connection with U.S. Bank and U.S. Bank Goals Coaching services.

The following U.S. Bank communications, and documents related to your contractual agreements, disclosures, notices, and statements, Internet and mobile banking services may only be available in English. You must be able to read and understand these documents, or have assistance in translating them, in order to understand and use this product or service. English documents available upon request..

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