Dr. Denise Moore Revel is a best-selling author, licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, and Founder/CEO of Own Your Amazing Movement, a personal and professional development movement dedicated to helping women [and some professionally driven men] embrace the power and talent within. Dr. Denise has dedicated her life to helping others use their voice and own their individuality as the catalyst to meeting their true, fulfilled self for over twenty-five years.
Through coaching, speaking, writing, and mentoring, Dr. Denise ignites women to hone their power and create the authentic and amazing lives of their dreams. She has a Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology and Audiology, a Master of Science in Communications Sciences and Disorders, and a Doctor of Philosophy in Human Services with a Specialization in Multicultural Counseling and Coaching.
Dr. Denise Moore Revel, Personal Development & Business Coach
Please introduce yourself to our audience! What do you want people to know about you?
I am Dr. Denise Moore Revel and I absolutely love helping people own their personal power. Living out loud is something that I pray everyone has the chance to experience and that is why I created the Own Your Amazing Movement. I operate a private speech therapy practice that serves the Washington, DC, and Baltimore, Maryland area, and that’s been running for over fifteen years.
I was born in Washington DC and raised in North Carolina, so my lifestyle is influenced by the urban city and the comfy south. Anyone who knows me knows I love movies and traveling. My most recent travels took me to Paris and Dubai, and I absolutely enjoyed both places! My hobbies and pastimes are always filled with anything self-care related. I am all about prioritizing yourself and then reaching out to serve others.
What made you want to become a Business and Personal Development coach?
I always had a passion for helping people reach their potential and maximize their success. After I graduated college, I started working as a professional and saw firsthand how much potential many people have but don't always use it to their fullest. This lack of knowledge was also present within me, so the soul-searching started with me. I was fascinated by all I learned, the people I met, and the mentors that helped me on my journey. That passion, appreciation, and joy inspired me to pursue a career in business and personal development coaching. I wanted to be able to use my knowledge and experience to help women like me reach their fullest potential.
What types of clients do you most like to work with?
The Own Your Amazing Movement is geared towards professional, purpose-driven women primarily (but I have coached and spoken to men about personal and business development in the past). This movement is for ambitious women who are looking to make meaningful changes in their life and reach their highest potential. She is open-minded, willing to take risks, and dedicated to personal growth and development. I love a client who is motivated to succeed and appreciates the value of investing in herself through coaching. She is also willing to put in the hard work and effort needed to make progress and achieve her goals. She is organized, resourceful, and has a positive attitude. She is ready to take action and is committed to creating a life filled with purpose, passion, and success.
There is something so delightful about a woman with a relentless determination to make her wildest dreams come true. The ideal client is visibly hungry. Creative with an innovative spirit that pushes them beyond the limits of what others deem as ordinary. Unafraid to take risks in order to bring her ideas to life, my ideal student is not afraid to challenge the status quo and think outside of the box. She is passionate about creating something that is unique and perfectly organized to fit her lifestyle. The most receptive and successful of the people I coach understand that the only way to break free from the mundane and to live her life to the fullest is to design something extraordinary.
"Most people will not do the work it takes to live an authentic life. You have to have the courage to be who you are.”
If you could change one thing about your industry, what would it be and why?
If I could change one thing about the coaching industry, it would be the lack of diversity. There are not a lot of knowledgeable and transparent coaches out there who care about their client’s progress from the inside out. We must prioritize taking care of our inner world the same way we take care of our external world.
It is true that the coaching industry has a long way to go when it comes to creating a more diverse environment. Diversity is an incredibly important factor in any kind of coaching, as it allows coaches to create a personalized approach for their clients. It is important that coaches have a deep understanding of their client’s life experiences and worldviews in order to be able to provide the best possible guidance.
One way to increase the diversity of the coaching industry is to create more opportunities for coaches from different backgrounds to gain experience and knowledge. This could be done by providing scholarships for coaching courses and internships for aspiring coaches. Additionally, it’s important for coaches to be transparent about their own experiences and to create an environment that encourages open dialogue and communication. It is important for coaches to be aware of their biases and to be willing to learn and grow in order to best serve their clients. By increasing the diversity in the coaching industry and creating a more open and honest environment, coaches can provide a more personalized and valuable service to their clients.
What is the most fulfilling part of being a Business and Personal Development Coach?
The most fulfilling part of being a Business and Personal Development Coach is being able to help people achieve their goals and reach their full potential. I remember what it was like for me not knowing the real me that was deep down inside, and how it felt to put in the work to pull my full potential to the surface. Seeing the growth and success of my clients is a truly rewarding experience that I get to relive over and over through the eyes of other women.
I love being able to provide them with the tools and resources they need to make positive changes in their life and business. It is an honor to be part of their journey and to witness their transformation, and it affirms me that my purpose is to continue this movement so it can touch as many people as possible.
If you could describe the Own Your Amazing Movement in three words (without using the name of your company), what would they be?
I would say empowering, transformational, and authentic.
Owning your power is empowering. It’s a beautiful act, to take control of our lives and make choices that reflect our authentic values and priorities. It is monumental because a lot of us are influenced by external factors that make us feel powerless. It is empowering to take ownership of our thoughts, feelings, and decisions, and recognize our worth and strength. It means understanding that we have the power to shape our own destiny and create the life we want and that we have the right to assert our needs and boundaries. Empowerment allows us to stand up for ourselves and others, and to lead with courage, resilience, and integrity.
It’s a transformational process, The Own Your Amazing Movement causes a brighter future because we prioritize shedding light on what we are, why we are, and who we actually want to be. Part of the movement is about sharing those amazing parts of us with others so we can truly be light out of the darkness. Learning to love yourself more can be illuminating in ways that will change not only your life but allow you to see, accept and embrace your true self. To have that ability is to be bright. It is like someone you know seeing you in the grocery store and saying, ‘You are glowing!’
Finding your true authenticity is a substantial part of owning your power. It is important to know and understand why owning up to your authentic self is powerful, and the plot is deeper than you would think. Although it seems like an easy concept, a lot of adults go through life without fully understanding and using this fact – resulting in a life that is not the best it could be. Sometimes you just need a reminder, an outside opinion, mentorship, and practice to activate your power. That’s where I come in!
For some of you reading this, it may feel like I am describing you when it comes to not realizing your power. Some of you may feel stuck right now and you are wondering, ‘Is this it? What else am I supposed to be doing?’
It is possible to level up and optimize your full potential and do it efficiently! The Own Your Amazing Movement offers private and group personal development coaching programs, designed to help you reach your goals and find true success from the inside out.
Part of my message is that unleashing this potential you may read about, or see in movies, is possible. It is possible to be the best version of yourself. It just takes that special effort and willingness to put in the work, for it to actually work. Do not miss out on the opportunities you come across to meet and become who you actually want to be.
I offer free clarity calls to anyone interested in learning more about coaching, courses, and speaking engagements. Ready to get started, you can contact me here.
For more information on Dr. Denise Moore Revel and the Own Your Amazing Movement, please visit the OYA website.
