Some comments from clients and associates over the years
References available on request
"Their innovations were well received and, more importantly, had the desired effect. They helped foster belief of individuals in themselves and in the company and in so doing removed cynicism and increased energy levels. The Change Programme has been an enormous success interms of profit improvement and strategic growth and this is in part due to Steve and Geraldine's contribution.
They are people whom I would turn to again should I wish to undertake people barriers to change." says Peter Anderson,IS and Change Director OTTO
"I have worked with Steve on a number of challenging assignments and I have found him to be a consistently trustworthy and loyal business partner. I have no hesitation in recommending Steve and particularly appreciate his well-considered approach to difficult and sensitive situations. A great guy to have on your team." says Colin Beveridge, Strategy Consultant, The Better Practice Forum
"There are times when you come across an insightful commercially focused person who adds another dimension to your thinking; Steve is one of these people. Articulate, knowledgable and the one of best approaches to stakeholder management I've come across." says Geoff Major, Owner, BlueDucks Limited
"I have engaged Steve on multiple occasions and have been able to rely on his delivery skills and creativity on each occasion. He has the ability to take hold of highly complex and sensitive projects and programmes and ensure effective delivery, whilst at the same time ensuring that ownership is maintained across the organisation." Top qualities: Great Results, Good Value, Creative says Philip Michell Managing Consultant with Vertex who first hired Steve as a Business Consultant in 2001 and has subsequently hired him more than once
"Patten's Law: Leave your ego at the door, I don't care why we are where we are, or how we got here, lets find a solution to the issue and move forward. Ask only questions that require a positive response and channel the positive energy that results in the direction you want to end up" Darren Gwyllym - Programme Manager, Argos Retail Group
"Steve is a true born leader and role model to all, he is one of those rare people who gives respect and has the ability to manage multiple teams with ease, focusing on inspiring people to be the best they can be. Steve is always passionate, enthusiastic and inspires all in within his aura. Steve's greatest strength is his wealth of experience together with his ability to target the true source of failing tasks/projects to turn them in to great successes. Imran Khan, Management Consultant, Accenture, worked with Steve at Otto UK
Non-attributable Synergy Programme Testamonials
What our clients employees say about the 
Synergy Programme:-
- ".. the coaching had a very positive impact ... I have observed a marked improvement in their confidence and the way they conduct themselves in meetings and with their colleagues"
- ".. the most valuable part of the programme was the positive impact that it had on team effectiveness… resulting in a more effective implementation of the project."
- "team working benefits ..
- Improved communication, co-operation and focus within the team.
- Increased acceptance of individual responsibility and accountability for actions and deliverables and improved collective responsibility for team actions and deliverables.
- Improved individual prioritisation, time management and improved skills in balancing competing demands"
- "A sharpened awareness of the importance of respect for other people, the importance of understanding their point of view, the importance of establishing trust and acting with integrity and in seeking mutually beneficial solutions to problems"
- "I would recommend this programme and would deploy it on future projects that involve teams working together to achieve a common goal."
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