For many years I have done very little to actively seek recommendations or positive feedback from clients. My belief was that my clients are all too busy to appreciate being asked to write about the joys of working with me. I have happy clients. None have asked for their money back (although most of my work carries that guarantee). So asking for references was never a priority.
However, social networking sites made it easy for me to ask for references. It gave me a gentle nudge and prompted me to try something new. The results were great. I now have some fantastic new client references and reading between the lines I can also see patterns emerging in what clients really liked about working with me – and some areas where I need to to more work. Doing something different has helped me to make progress.
It was easy for me to try something new and see if it worked. And that is what I try to do with my management training. Make it easy for managers to try something new – and find out that it works.
Indeed it is always a joy to hear of a manager who has worked hard at putting my training into practice and is now enjoying the benefits.
I am so delighted to give an endorsement for Mike. He is an enormously gifted and wise man who shares his knowledge and experiences freely. He has the ability to challenge gently and help you to examine ideas and thoughts clearly and objectively. If you have the chance of being mentored by Mike jump at it.
Charlotte Mannion (Director Centre for Professional Development at Great Western Enterprise)