Gilda Joffe, graduate of The Juilliard School, is an executive coach for women, with a specialty in eliminating fears hindering development of business and creative potential.
With a focus on mindset work, she has over 25 years of teaching and coaching experience and is a certified HeartMath® trainer for businesses and individuals. As a violinist, Gilda performed throughout North America, as well as internationally with various European ensembles in major halls across the world.

“Dancing with Your Muse is a brilliantly written book about everyone’s ‘elephant in the room’ – FEAR: of risk, of success, and of living. Interwoven with relevant stories, the book swiftly changes one’s mindset and perspective, to the point where the “why not try?” becomes imperative. Rich in expert advice, this is a must-read that will have a lasting impact on your life and career!”

– Irina Muresanu – Internationally renowned violinist, Associate Professor, Violin and Chamber Music, University of Maryland, USA

“For the creative warriors of the world, Gilda Joffe’s new book couldn’t have come at a better time. With grace, wisdom, and heart, she reminds us that the courage is not only the precursor to realizing one’s artistic aspirations but also the difference between a life of magic or mediocrity. If you are tired of feeling like a wallflower, Dancing With Your Muse will not only get you on your feet but, in the end, teaches you how to fly.”

– Michael J. Chase – Bestselling Author & Founder of The Kindness Centre

“Dancing with Your Muse beautifully expresses the many fears that professionals of all types experience concerning their own creativity and potential for success. You will find the understanding and the answers you seek in this lovely and inspiring book!”

– Ia Gigoshvili – Distinguished International Georgian Ceramist, Painter and Sculptor