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Goodwill Training Clients and Feedback

 

We have worked with many organisations from the public and private sectors, both large and small.

 The following list is illustrative only and includes some organisations that we have worked with on a sub-contract basis for other training and consultancy organisations - that is how we and many others work. We also include a list of some of those we network with.

 

Participants' comments are in the feedback section below.

 

To see pictures from courses, click on the organisation, or for more recent programmes see our photo albums on our Facebook page.

 

Barnardo's

 

Blackpool NHS Trust


Bradford & Bingley Group

 

Bradford Chamber of Commerce

 

Burton Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

 

Burley Middle School Governing Body

 

The Business Alliance

 

Cathay Pacific Airways

 

Cooper Clegg

 

Church House (Church of England)

 

Cott (UK)

 

Cumbria Contract Services

 

East Manchester Primary Care Group

 

Faversham House Group

 

Fitch Ratings

 

HBoS

 

IKEA

 

Inland Revenue

 

Institute of Health Services

 

Ladbrokes

 

Lucent Technologies

 

NHS - various trusts, constantly changing names, areas and responsibilities!

McCain Foods

 

Nationwide Access

 

Network Rail

 

Nokia Telecom

 

Nortel

 

Nottingham Business School

 

PAS (Grantham) Ltd

 

Petrom (Romania)

 

Pindar Graphics

 

Preston Hospitals Trust

 

Royal Liverpool Hospital

 

SAS Ground Services

 

Scandinavian Airlines

 

Siemens

 

Surrey Police

 

TDG

 

Umbro

 

Urenco

 

Worcestershire NHS Support Agency

 

Yorkshire Forward

 

Associate Training Organisations:-

Key Consultants Ltd - Omnia - QED Training - Connect-cee (Romania) - PMSL - Knowledge Pool

 

 

Feedback

"The Breakfast of Champions" - Ken Blanchard

 

 

When a need for training with an outdoor element was identified Steve was my first choice as a provider. Having worked with Steve and been a delegate on one of his courses some years ago I knew he was the man to design a programme that would take the delegates out of their comfort zone in an environment that was safe and supported – he didn’t disappoint. Burton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - an acute hospital in East Staffordshire – asked me to work with one of the matrons to design a 12 month development programme for 15 of our ward managers. The programme needed an opening event with an element of outdoor activity involved. We were clear about the outcomes we needed the event to achieve and it was these outcomes Steve was interested in when he came to visit us to accept the brief – always the sign of a good trainer. To say the audience was reluctant would understate the barriers Steve and his colleague faced on day 1 but they both worked hard to break down the barriers and by the close of the event on day 2 the delegates did not want to leave! Post course evaluation scored the training between 9 and 20 out of 10. The combination of cerebral and physical tasks (with opt out always available and safety always paramount) coupled with the links back to the work environment was absolutely perfect. We will be rolling this programme out to other leaders in the Trust and given the feedback the delegates on this programme have given their colleagues I would be lynched if I didn’t commission Steve again.

Geoff Neild , Deputy Director of Human Resources, Burton Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, October 2009.   

 

Steve did a number of days internal training for our organisation. The objectives were to help people identify sales more effectively and better understand the sales process for non-sales people. Steve conceptualised a very different idea, utilising the Olympics as a theme which was engaging and brought some fun to the course. I've no hesitation in recommending Steve to anyone looking for training.” A.C., Sales & Marketing Manager, Bradford Chamber of Commerce, November 27, 2008

I thoroughly enjoyed the course and have learnt an immense amount about people, how they behave, and their attitudes - fully helpful and enjoyable learning experience - Pete Sumpton, McCain Charge-hand Development Programme, Jan- Nov 08.

Turning 20'ish individuals into 20'ish colleagues who will work together in the future in a single day is some target but it was achieved - an excellent day and real value for the time spent. Neil, Bradford & Bingley

The awayday was spot on for me - I had one main objective, but came away with so much more! I wanted to the chance to get to know people on the project - to understand them a little more to make working with them easier - what makes them tick, what are they about, what are their motivations. What I came away with was a bunch of great acquaintances that I'm looking forward to working with. The introspective element of looking at team styles was spot on - I enjoyed a bit of self reflection and came away with a couple of self-development points - THAT WAS A BONUS! I was very thankful of the opportunity to take part - thanks to all Gaz, Bradford & Bingley

A worthwhile team building experience which balanced fun and team achievement. It was good to meet others involved in the project in an informal environment away from the pressures of the work place, this will aid freer communication across the multiple companies throughout the project and beyond. Simon, Bradford & Bingley

A fantastic day that provided great insight into the core elements of a team and how to maximise throughput.  Cant wait fort the next one. Thanks!" Greg, Bradford & Bingley

I enjoyed the awayday - it was good to get out of the office and meet some of the Bradford and Bingley people. I thought the exercises were pretty well thought out. Neil, BBG

The day was a great idea, was good fun with a strong underlying message and delivered many benefits namely; Meeting and forming bonds with other project members that were just 'voices on the phone' beforehand; Reiterating the benefits of working as a team; The importance of clear and frequent communication; Recognising the strengths of individuals and how best to use those. Paul, BBG

Great day out - nice to meet and chat with everyone. Alison, BBG

It was fun, friendly, enjoyable and more importantly I think everyone will have learned something about themselves - strengths and weaknesses and the way they operate and how they need to do things differently.  It provided a good opportunity to take time away from work and reflect on our behaviours at work, overall, it was a huge success! Seria, BBG

I thought the day was brill, very organised really enjoyed meeting new people from Ventura It was a real team effort enjoyed taking part in the tasks Thanks again for the invite. Caz, BBG

I really enjoyed getting to know people from both Bradford and Bingley and the other organisations involved in the project. I found Belbin very interesting and a great insight unto mine and other peoples Team roles. Over all it was a great experience even if we did get a little wet!! Thanks, Emily, BBG.

I really enjoyed myself on the day and I thought the Belbin exercise was very interesting and useful. It was a really good opportunity to meet up with the full project team.  Jane, Bradford & Bingley. 

Thank you for facilitating the course, which was extremely beneficial for all participants. The course has given people more confidence to tackle issues that have been of concern for some time.  Assistant Manager, Personnel, Cathay Pacific.

 

Steve is one of the most dynamic trainers I have ever had the pleasure of meeting and I have met hundreds over the years. Training Manager, Pindar.

 

Thanks for a thoroughly enjoyable two days. I have practised the techniques on our project and they are proving instrumental in training & moving forward. My boss was impressed and has passed it on to the Management team. Engineering Manager on Problem Solving course.

A well balanced course, educational and loads of fun, and some great people to work with. Production Chargehand, McCain Foods

The course has been extremely beneficial to me not only in  my career development but also personally and socially. Engineering Supervisor

The tutor interacted well with the team and spoke in simple language, which was easy to understand. Regional Economic Adivsor, Yorkshire Forward

Thanks for setting up an outstanding couple of days. The feedback from the guys was very positive. As well as demanding, I think they found it got them thinking on the key issues of handovers, teamwork and delegation. Above all though, they enjoyed it immensely and it's got us into our stride for the year ahead. Very good couple of days. Thanks for your help. Production Manager

Very good team building day - not spoilt by weather. Great sandwiches! Great cake! Steve, Bradford & Bingley

Some one-liners from international delegates during a feedback exercise on a development course with Nottingham Business School:

Energetic & Supportive; Encouraging & Friendly; Good Tutor, Friendly; It was good to have you as our coach, had good fun with you, thank you for everything; Good coach, responsible, nice, smart; I don't know why, but I think you must be a lovely father, I like your spontaneity; Lucky to have you as our trainer, always optimistic, gave us the chance to solve problems by ourselves; So glad to be one of your group members, you are nice, friendly, a good coach; God bless you, optimistic, kind, easy going, I guess you've been through a lot of things, which have created your personality, I hope I can be as mature as you when I am your age. (!)

 

 

 

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