Testimonials
“Mark Hughes is a consummate professional and his presentation style can best be described as engaging, warm, and sincere. His work with young people, as well as parents, and how they can create more magic in their relationships is effective and profound."Mark LeBlanc 2007-2008 President, National Speakers Association
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"Mark Hughes brings a huge vitality and presence to the platform. His energy and passion for youth and parents are so engaging you just want to sign right up to whatever he is suggesting. He is creative, funny and speaks from experience as a father who has worked hard to have great relationships with his kids. From 20 years experience leading programs with teens who are highly at risk, we know that what Mark speaks about - treating youth with respect and setting clear boundaries - is fundamental to them growing into strong self-reliant adults. "Jan Carothers, CPC - 2002-2003 President, National Speakers Association
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“I don’t know where he gets it. He just pulls things out of a hat and nails it right on the head. Mark has an uncanny ability to see the issues and bring them to the surface in a honest, loving, and sometimes confrontational fashion. Mark somehow just knows our deepest secrets or patterns of behavior and brings them up for us to look at… doing so without judgment.”John, Age 50
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“I needed someone to talk to but at the same time I didn’t know who to talk to because I really didn’t connect with all my other Counselors and trust me I went through a lot of them. He was the only person I felt like I could talk to and I actually felt like he was listening to what I was saying and he didn’t make me feel like I was thick. Seriously, if you’re trying to find someone to talk to and you haven’t found anyone, Mark is your guy.”J.P., Age 16
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“Mark is really good at cutting through the confusion and getting to the truth. Isn’t that what it is really all about: being honest with ourselves. I can’t tell you how much he has helped me over the years. I call him my personal mentor.”Tina, Age 42
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“It’s amazing. After all, all you have to do is look at Mark’s relationship with his children. That is a great testimony in itself. They are so well adjusted and happy and you can tell they have a very close, loving relationship with their father. It is very refreshing to see that it is possible. A great example to the rest of us.”Ilona, Age 54
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“I feel comfortable talking to Mark. He doesn’t make me feel self-conscious. I think the thing I like the most is that he is like a kid himself. It’s like talking to one of your buddies that knows a heck of a lot more.”Allan, Age 17
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“Mark is a gentle, loving soul. He has helped me by suggesting that I try just very simple things to improve my relationship with my son. It doesn ’t have to be some overwhelming task. He uses common sense methods to help us change our lives. He really cares about people and genuinely wants them to grow and be happy.”Loma, Age 45
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"Mark Hughes is an extremely skilled and experienced life coach. His sensitivity to a variety of situations, insight toward common sense answers and dedication to long term solutions make him the clear choice for families and individuals who seek clarity in their lives. He brought the clarity to my life that empowered me to discover my true purpose."Benson, Age 54
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Mark has a way of helping you see what you really want. He helps you cut through the stories and the excuses we tell ourselves and gets to what is really important to us, what we really want.”Caine, Age 24
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“Mark has such a natural way of drawing in his audience. His passion for parenting and helping kids to take accountability for their lives comes through in his every word. When you hear him speak you will “get” that he is on your side- because he truly cares. His enthusiasm and knowledge about his topic translates into an educational and effective presentation that you don’t want to miss.”
Jennifer Powers Professional Coach/Speaker Incoming President of the NSA-Oregon Chapter