The following testimonials refer to projects which completed recently:
Equity Partner : law firm
“A personal journey: robustly honest and reflective – you certainly see yourself for what you are. Revealing, progressive and enormously effective in helping achieve exactly what’s needed. I cannot recommend Aryanne and her programme highly enough.”
Paul Dickson : Managing Partner, Armstrong Watson
“I engaged Aryanne to help me personally with my self development when I was about to take over the leadership of a top accountancy and financial services business in the UK. Aryanne helped me to see and understand what type of leader I am and to really understand the different personalities that I would be leading. This enabled me to get the best results for the business and for the individuals that I would lead. Aryanne challenged me to think differently and to put in to practice what I learned. I can honestly say that I doubt I would have hit the ground running as quickly had I not had the benefit of working with Aryanne. The work we did in the months leading up to me taking over leadership of the business was one of the best investments that we have made.”
Tim Entwistle : North West Lead Partner, BDO LLP
“I’ve worked with Aryanne on a number of projects recently. At the outset of each she fully explored the issues and provided a detailed written proposal outlining the approach, timetable and fees. The programmes were well received by the people she coached and resulted in dramatic changes in their behaviour. Overall, Aryanne’s approach is truly professional and highly effective.”
Hospital Consultant : an NHS Trust
“To describe Aryanne as an expert in her field does not do her justice; her command of her subject is outstanding. She is deeply insightful and understanding. She is sensitive and supportive, and the quality of her listening is at times breathtaking. She creates such a secure relationship environment that her occasional pieces of frank feedback are palatable and easy to digest. She focuses intensely on the individual and plans the work to meet their precise needs, but within this structure there is always flexibility to deal with new issues as they arise. I was very reluctant to take part in role play, indeed it seemed one challenge too far for me. However, Aryanne prepared the day thoroughly and chose an actor who was intelligent, sensitive and supportive. The day was a great success and the new skills I learned are proving invaluable. My new insights, understanding and skills are changing the way I behave at work, making me more relaxed, confident and effective. Aryanne’s coaching programme has been a life-changing experience for me and I cannot recommend her highly enough.”
Managing Partner : professional services firm
“We asked Aryanne to get involved with a couple of issues we had in our business. The first was to deal with one of our manager’s management style. Through Aryanne working with this individual we have seen a dramatic change in their approach which has been noticed by their staff and colleagues. They now understand the unhelpful impact of their actions on others, even if they were well intentioned from their perspective. We now have a more effective manager and at the same time have removed some of the risk from our business. We also asked Aryanne to do some work with a senior member of our leadership team to help them with their self confidence and leadership. We have seen a change in this individual for the better. They now understand what they need to do and how to go about getting the results they need. I have no hesitation in recommending Aryanne to anyone to help develop the people in your business to become the best that they can be.”
Equity Partner : professional services firm
“Aryanne has helped me enormously in recovering from workplace bullying. My life is back on track and I know myself so much better. Aryanne has given me the tools to be able to deal with difficult situations. Her level of support and understanding made the whole process feel very safe. She has changed my life for the better. ”
Senior Partner: law firm
“Aryanne’s input has enabled us to discover the best in ourselves and in each other.”
Senior Manager : international engineering and construction company
“Navigating around organisational politics and adversarial relationships at work can bring your personal progress to a grinding halt and hinder business opportunities. Through Aryanne’s unique coaching and guidance I was able to bring reason and understanding to an adversarial situation I found myself in, and which I was partially oblivious to. Aryanne’s support has enabled me to develop skills which I have used to great effect. She is an expert in her field of work, and I would certainly recommend Aryanne Oade as a coach to any business professional needing this type of support.”
HR Director: large public sector organisation
“I have worked with Aryanne over a 12 month period in her capacity as a coach. During this time Aryanne has supported and helped me, through her questioning and listening skills, to work through a very difficult time both professionally and personally. Without Aryanne’s insight and excellent coaching skills, her genuine interest and concern for me both professionally and as an individual, I would not have been able to move on in my life in the way that I have. Aryanne has restored my self confidence, has provided me with insight and reasoning and given me the ability to de-personalise situations and see the world from different perspectives. Aryanne’s coaching programme has been inspiring and life changing for me. I would certainly recommend Aryanne Oade as a coach to help individuals through challenging periods in their lives.”
