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After each workshop, we ask our participants to compare our workshops to other professional development programs they have attended. 98% of participants have rated our programs as the best leadership development and personal improvement program that they have ever attended in their careers. The remaining 2% described the workshop as one of the top three ever attended (Click to see a partial Client List).
Most notably the personal gains are beyond the usual scope of leadership programs in general, with participants reporting life-altering experiences such as eliminating a lifelong history of stuttering, out-of-control anger, nail-biting, chronic back pain, headaches, asthma attacks, psychotropic usage (e.g., anti-depressants, anti-anxiety, etc.), and writer's block. This underscores the trend we are currently seeing across prestigious medical centers who are espousing holistic, integrative medicine. It also embraces the latest quantum physics findings reported by the Wall Street Journal since 2004. (See examples included in our longitudinal testimonials)
Important: The Leadership Trust® has put into place various conditions and ground rules to optimize your workshop experience and outcome while simultaneously addressing your feedback concerns. The degree to which you follow the program format represents the degree to which you can expect to leave with a testimonial similar to those appearing below. You further can expect having met your workshop objectives, and more than likely, having exceeded them.
When asked to "describe the impact that this program has had on you as well as the impact it will likely have on your future," participants responded as follows:
This program really surfaced the issues that had impaired my ability to lead fully. What I liked best was the unique and out-of-the-box process to self-awareness that had the ability to get at the real issues, not the surface stuff. Each format was strategically placed to raise the probability of having a life-changing experience.
Tom Patinella, VP Sales/MW Region
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates
The most powerful week of my life. The second day mid-day exercise was more powerful than watching the birth of my two children.
James Glenn, Sales Manager
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
Before attending the workshop with The Leadership Trust®, I couldn't even pay a potential customer to meet with me; now my agenda is so booked up with meetings, it is crazy.
John Leary, HVAC/R Sales Representative
Moore's Electric and Mechanical
(Note: This testimonial was given just two weeks after completing the 5-day program.)
My role in leadership training has given me exposure to - and allowed me to facilitate - many workshops targeted towards identifying and changing behavior to make leaders more effective. In five 'short' days The Leadership Trust® PLDP accomplished levels of self awareness and understanding I have been striving towards for years. The PLDP is without any doubt the genuine article of transformational leadership development experiences guaranteed to bring authenticity and humanity of leaders into the community and workplace.
Ruth Beedle, Field Development and Management Training
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
The workshop blew out all obstacles in my path to success with my business and also success in my family relationships. It has empowered me to actively make conscious choices to change "how I do life". Thanks to your unique method of facilitating the 360+ process, I am confident that in all my interactions with others I will be acting from my "authentic self".
Marlene Pelligrino, President
Andiamo Coaching and Training
I think this program should be required for all human beings - a pre-requisite for life, if you will. It allowed me to receive feedback in a way I never imagined. Through creating awareness into areas I had not considered, I was able to remove a life-long barrier and begin to see the real essence of who I am emerge. And it only gets better from here. I can't wait to go through it again!
Sheppard Lake, Organizational Development Consultant
Cox Communications
This dynamic experience creates not only an understanding but a knowingness regarding how to be a great leader and human being, and my action plan captures it succinctly and with confidence. I can now understand how a former graduate said to me that this workshop for him was the equivalent to years of therapy because of the steps he learned how to take. When people describe it as life-changing, they are not exaggerating. It is true.
Christian Nantel, VP, Finance & Administration
Clariant Corporation - Canada
No written words can describe the incredible life-changing impact this workshop has had on me and every person I interact with in the future.
Keith Boatner, Director IT
Abbott Molecular
I knew all of my bad behaviors, but was blind to the negative impact they had on my organization and family. I really did not know who I was until The Leadership Trust® Workshop.
Anonymous
This program is an excellent foundation and complement to all other leadership workshops. This should be a requirement for all leaders.
Karen Marshall, Senior Vice President
Wachovia Bank
What The Leadership Trust® is bringing into the corporate world is so groundbreaking. The impact my workshop had on me was huge. The work we did together touched me at my core. What I've learned about myself will help me chart my course both personally and professionally.
Kevin Hickey, Sales Leader
Military Fabrics, W.L. Gore and Associates, Inc.
I was able to see the brilliance in me to see the brilliance in others. I now fully and honestly embrace the leader I was meant to be. This workshop is designed to unleash full human potential and offers a safe environment for each participant to go for it.
Marina Amat, Ph.D.
President/CEO, Amatea, LLC
I am no longer a skeptic about the role of self-awareness as a viable intervention for headaches, a painful distraction I had consistently struggled with since my college years. Finding the ability to prevent my headaches alone was a wonderful gift as a part of this unique, life-changing leadership workshop. It has greatly improved both my professional and personal life. Thank you for the specifics regarding what is possible!
Renee Redmond, Human Resources
Clariant Corporation
Changed me from the inside out. Has made me aware of what life is really about. I will be a better leader and a better person for completing this workshop.
John D. Jacobs, Manager - Strategic Manufacturing
Abbott Laboratories
In the past I had been "trained" to divorce emotion from authority. In essence, that training compromised leadership. Through The Leadership Trust®, I learned how to lead, follow and "dance to the waltz of leadership to the music of emotion". That is a beautiful thing.
Jay Lawyer, Executive District Sales Manager
AstraZeneca
Powerful process; wonderful leader; incredible group interaction. Key insights into leadership values and a process for building leadership foundation and skills. Dr. Latty-Mann is the Michelangelo of self-awareness.
K.M.T., Vice President, General Counsel
SIECOR
I was skeptical of the claims of this being a "life changing experience," viewing them as marketing and sales hype. However, the Personalized Leadership Development Program™ is exactly that. Rather than leading from someone else's scripts, I will lead authentically from my heart.
Jim Morton, President
J. Marion Sims Foundation
We business owners invest in equipment and buildings but invest little to nothing in the development of our people. If we could only measure the difference in productivity between low morale and high morale we would all do more. Developing leaders who authentically care about people has transformed our business. The cost for The Leadership Trust training is nothing compared to the rewards in our workplace. In the last 8 years we have sent over 50 people.
Dale Moore, CEO
Moore's Electric and Mechanical
This was the most powerful, insightful workshop I have ever been to in my life. I am going to be a better mother, better manager, better co-worker, better leader... better me.
April Yeager, Business Line Manager
Clariant Corporation
This workshop took place at a critical time in my life. I was experiencing a yearning to change my approach to life, but did not know exactly what to do. This workshop gave me the tools, understanding and resolves to make the needed changes.
Rhonda Copeland, Director Purchasing
Abbott Labs
I am a devout Christian, and I told Holly her workshop had brought about a deep spiritual transformation in my soul. I told her I know that God is clearly using her to change lives, offer hope and deepen people's faith. If you truly want to deepen your faith, experience peace, joy and hope and live life abundantly, then you must attend this powerful and unique leadership program. Holly put words to my deepest thoughts and feelings. Her workshop ought to be called the "How to be the absolute best person you can possibly be" workshop.
Philip Adkins, JD, Managing Partner and President
Adkins Law Group
I unexpectedly received two priceless additional gifts through this life-altering experience. I received a cure/resolution with regard to 1) anger management and 2) writer's block. Having attended several workshops and individual counseling specifically for anger management, I found only my symptoms were treated which left me discouraged and no less angry. But through The Leadership Trust® and Dr. Latty-Mann's incredible talent, for the first time in my life I got to the source, thereby giving me control of my life. Thank you for making such a difference - and for my family's life, too.
David Fleming, Director of Operations
North State Storage
This is the first time in 13 years that I have been virtually stress-free. Thank You!
Mike Wilkie, Manager/Editorial Content and Design
Lowe's Internet Business Group
I understand who I am and how to connect my emotional mind with my cognitive brain. The combination of self-awareness and leadership is a welcomed and needed addition to the world of professional growth.
Michelle Beavers, PhD, Assistant Professor, Educational Leadership
Virginia State University
I have attended numerous workshops over the years (professional selling skills, cultural, technical, academic, etc.), and this one is by far the most different and best within the context of personal improvement and leadership development. The other workshops I attended added tools for the box. The Personalized Leadership Development Program™ offered me a whole new box. I admit that I had arrived a bit of a skeptic but left counting on a happier life and a more successful career.
Gene Mueller, Business Line Director
Clariant Corporation
I can go forward now with more courage and knowledge than I had as a ten-year Navy Fighter Pilot.
Neil Sullivan, President
TopGun Development
Even though I have $90,000 of schooling, I did not feel educated until I attended the PLDP.
Jon Alger, Assistant Vice President
Bank of America
Montessori for adults. Deep permanent change.
Crystal Davis, Strategic Planner
FBI
I learned how to connect my mind to my heart. I learned where authentic leadership comes from. This has been a life-changing experience. I have finally discovered my true self which enables me to be a better parent, friend, son and leader.
David Lyons, Senior Manager, Markets Training and Development Leader
AstraZeneca
I truly feel enlightened by this very dynamic program and feel it has changed my life very much for the better.
William Thomas, Engineering Manager
Abbott Laboratories
Unexpectedly gripping and powerful. No executive should be without this experience. It will make your emotional intelligence shine.
A.P., Controller
Volvo IT North America
Before this workshop I felt like I was holding my breath waiting for the worst to happen...I can now breathe, relax, smile, live. Thank you for my smile once again.
Michele McLeskey, Quality Assurance Manager
Sara Lee Food and Beverage - New Bern, NC
It didn't stop with identifying things I need to change. It equipped me with the capacity to change.
Norman George, Owner/Member
Creative School Development
This workshop opened a new world of understanding ME, and how I can use ME in more positive ways - among others, at home and in professional life - and in so doing, be happier and more fulfilled.
Len Preslar, Jr., Former President and CEO
North Carolina Baptist Hospitals
I was a time bomb that joined the Marine Corps; that added a fuse. This workshop defused me and saved my life.
Charles Hancock, North America Server, Team Lead
Clariant
This is one workshop any executive of any industry cannot afford to not attend. I can also tell you that it helped me get over the loss of what I had felt to be the love of my life. This was more than a healing - I feel whole and at total peace now.
Robert Roth, CEO
SR VetCheck
I connected with myself in a way that only this workshop would allow. If not for allowing myself these 5 days, I would have settled for less than my personal and professional best.
Christine Kennedy, VP Advocacy and Workforce
Lynchburg Regional Chamber of Commerce
It allowed me to face my fears, understand them, and change my behaviors. Excellent Program! If you want to improve your business and personal happiness and well being - come open minded!
Darryl Threadgill, Manufacturing Manager
Abbott Laboratories
It has given me the strength to show that I care for the people who surround me.
Monica Garrell, Engineer
Embrex
I'm a different person and will no doubt be a different leader. I am at peace. This is not an emotional response; it is genuine.
M.Y., Ed.D; Manager of Educational Services
Lowe's Companies, Inc
Changed my life beyond words! I know that I will always treat people differently from this week forward.
Judy Sims, Regional IT Customer Services Manager
Clariant
Above and beyond my wildest dreams. Nothing will ever compare to the experience I had.
Terry McAvoy, Service Engineer
Mindready Solutions (USA)
I learned things about myself that were holding me back and how to fix them!
Lynn Price, Head, IT Governance, North America
Clariant
I now feel much more complete as a leader, follower, husband & father. I can't wait for the rest of my life.
Chris Dewar, Director of Operational Development
Wake Forest University, Baptist Medical Center
Unlike other leadership programs, this one helped me understand why I do what I do, then address changes. Other programs just talk about changes without getting to the root of the behavior that needs to be changed.
P.M., Manager of Manufacturing Operations
Mitchel & Scott Machine Co, Inc.
I came to it unwillingly, but I regretted when it ended. Truly, it's one of the most positive experiences of my life and will help me personally and professionally.
Dell Baker, CPA
Bradshaw, Gordon & Clinkscales, LLC
This workshop has given me the "tool kit" I need to empower my team into an effective, motivated group of people who want to give their all for the greater good of the team and company.
Kent Jordan, Director of Business Technology Services
Weck Closure Systems
I found what I was searching for. It was so close all the time. I just couldn't see it. I had looked for it in so many places that I was about to give up. This workshop opened a door that showed me that place.
Alfred Melka, Head of Leather
Business NAFTA, Clariant Corp.
The honesty of the format - and the honest reflections that this format permitted me to experience - have been and will continue to be a catalyst for authentic change in my life.
Melissa Birdsong, Director of Trend Forecasting and Design
Lowe's Companies, Inc.
The impact this workshop has had on me is significant! My direction for personal and professional improvement is so very clear, and I have been given the tools to move forward.
Heather Johnson, Senior Property Manager
Liberty Property Trust
This workshop allowed me to see inside myself to identify barriers that I did not know existed or understood.
T.G., Director of Information Systems
Champion Products
This 5-day workshop, especially the self-awareness workshop, has helped me to feel safe about facing my fears and hurts.
Terrie Knight, On-Air Personality
Dick Broadcasting Company
This workshop, like nothing I have ever experienced before, has given me the courage to confront the very things that have held me back for so many years. I am thankful I had the opportunity to experience this fairly early in my career. Others will experience the change in me and I know it will lead to change in them. Thank you for giving me this very special and priceless gift.
D.W., Vice President - Marketing
United Way of Central Carolinas
It has opened my eyes to the fact that most managers have a lot of the same problems and fears. This line of work appears to require one to hide most of his/her feelings, which causes some extra stress and personal problems.
C.P., Director of Maintenance & Operations
University of North Carolina-Charlotte
This workshop has shown me that what I experience in life is all about me. If my life is a mess, it's all about me. To go through life expecting other people to make my life special is expecting too much of other people. It's really all about me.
Russell Acuff, Project Manager
Volvo Trucks of North America
This workshop was a moving, eye-opening, mind-opening experience that will create in me the tools and abilities to be my best. It will make me a more effective leader, and a better father and husband.
W.R.W. II, Regional Transaction Director
Wachovia
(Note: this participant is now CEO of a regional NC bank.)
It freed me from a great many barriers I had placed on my life. It provided the tools I need to move forward with my life. It would take a book to describe how my life has been affected. I have a clearer sense of where I came from and where I need to go. Holly was an inspiration in showing how to find the value I hold.
L.S., Division Controller
APAC-Virginia, Inc.
You have just hired yourself a "salesperson". I will be encouraging all of my customers and sending all key decision makers in my company to participate in this workshop. Thank you for changing my life. I needed your help.
Rhonda Morgan, General Manager
ATCOM
This has been the best five days I have ever spent at anything. Truly moving and emotional and positive.
Reynolds Becker, Merchandise Manager
Lowe's Companies, Inc.
Life changing... a whole new approach to my work and relationships.
Stephen Van Mol, Plant Manager
Abbott Laboratories
Life changing. I was able to peel back the onion further, better understanding how my emotions and feelings are having a negative impact upon my followers. I will lose the fear of failure and be a more supportive and empowering leader. The personalized leadership development plans that we developed at the conclusion of the program will help me put my plans for change into action at the workplace and in other areas of my life.
S.P., Assistant Dean for Executive Education
Wake Forest University
This is probably the single, most important educational training development that I have gone through in my life. Excellent.
L.W., Sales Manager
Betty Machine Co.
What an incredible experience. I can now live every aspect of my life to its fullest.
Teri Brom, Director of Human Resources
Weck Closure Systems.
I understand others and myself much better now than I did 5 days ago. This understanding / awareness I now have is perhaps the last tool I need to be successful as a leader. I will only fail as a leader if I fail to implement this powerful tool.
E.W., Vice President - Operations
Fibertech
I have been impacted to the core of my being. I had emotion stimulated in me that if not discovered could have me yearning for the rest of my life. This was invaluable. Thank you. Now let me go live.
Erik Halvorsen, General Manager
GC Partners, Inc.
I have finally gotten in touch with some core self beliefs that had limited me both personally and professionally. With these new awarenesses, my future is much brighter in both areas. This workshop has been one of the most amazing experiences of my life.
Robert Roesch, Director of Engineering
NWN
It has opened the world to me. When I was 18, I attended a 21-day Outward Bound course that affected my personal life from then on. This workshop will affect the rest of my business AND personal life.
Ronald Bodkin, Director of Construction Services
The Dilweg Companies
It is going to make my staff much more productive and secure at work. It's going to make my relationships with others more meaningful. In general, I will be a lot happier with me.
R.C., President
Van Scoy Diamonds
By far the most valuable, self-revealing workshop in my career. More importantly, I'm now a positively changed person with real tools to improve my personal and leadership style.
M.R., Director of Marketing
Corning Cable Systems
The impact was significant. The workshop made me feel fresh and youthful.
Lincoln Baker, Plant Controller
Abbott Laboratories
Very powerful. I have made the "breakthrough."
Jim Brinks, VP/GM
Clariant Corporation
