Testimonies - what others say

'I would like to say how much I have valued the depth of Nick’s thinking and his appreciation of how learning works, both in people and organisations.  He is a man who combines love and perception and is a joy to work with.' (Andrew Mayo,  Author ‘Creating a Learning & Development Strategy’)

'I had heard about Nick and read his writings long before I met him.  There was a wisdom and humility in his words and a passion for OD and spirituality that really drew me and, when we finally met, I wasn’t disappointed. He brings depth of presence, lightness of touch, playfulness and a wicked sense of humour which I really enjoy!' (Liz Goold, Office for Public Management)

'In my ten years of working with a wide range of organisational development and learning consultants, I have yet to meet anyone who has the range of skills and depth of thinking that Nick possesses.' (Elizabeth Watson, Adults and Community Care, Surrey County Council)
 
'Nick is a strikingly thoughtful and refreshing coach and OD practitioner.  He is able to put people and groups immediately at ease, help them see things from a different perspective and catalyse a different thought process for them.' (Caroline Stearman, Roffey Park Institute )

'Nick is a skilled and insightful OD specialist, who in 1-1 conversations and in groups brings thought-provoking challenge and strategic thinking along with practical, workable methods and approaches.  I always feel that I have learnt something after we have spoken.' (Ruth Jolly, Voluntary Service Overseas)

'My coaching sessions with Nick have enabled me to step back from my work and reflect on the decisions and processes I am using.  With a listening ear, advice for relevant reading material, gentle prods and guiding questions Nick has helped me to develop much more effective relationships with those I work with as well as a more efficient approach to my work.' (John White, Chief Executive, Global Care)

'Nick is the person who has influenced me most during my time with this organisation.  I have greatly appreciated being able to draw on Nick’s sage advice.  He has encouraged me to see staff development as core to effective task management and self-reflection as central to all management.  I have learned loads by seeing how Nick works.' (Emma Revie, Head of Supporter Services, Tearfund)

'Nick is an inspiration to me and others.  His depth of knowledge and understanding kept below his modest and gentle nature. After he spoke at the World of Learning conference, two girls in front of me were talking about his speech and they summed it up when one said to the other, ‘Wow, I really wish he was my boss!’' (Rob Abbott, Application Training)

'Your keynote presentation at the ITOL convention made quite an impact on me.  You talked about a sense of destiny and I still regularly look at your handouts.  Long after the event, I and others are still thinking about what you said. Thank you for making me think again!' (Joyce Boyd, conference participant)