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Client Testimonials
"Your work/life balance and productivity strategies made a positive difference for our sales staff. We are making good on our plans 85% of the time, and still getting home in time for supper with our families."
- Sales Manager, Cargill
"You gave practical steps to get out of ruts and bad habits, plus fresh ideas for improving our work relationships and productivity. The day I got back to the office, I planned and made a sales call on a large prospect. I had been putting it off for some time. The results were gratifying, and whether or not I land this business, I will always remember what motivated me."
- Senior Relationship Manager, Bank of Montreal
"You combine real-life experiences with wit and humor. We were uplifted, we were encouraged, we were entertained, and we absolutely loved every minute of it!"
- Co-coordinator, Whitewood Women's Conference
"Once again, Patricia, you were outstanding! Your presentation was educational, entertaining and exceptionally interesting. There were numerous references to your ideas during our AGM."
- Executive Director, Saskatchewan Association of Optometrists
"Your reminder to pause to appreciate life's moments was much needed and much appreciated. Conference attendees rated the quality of your presentation the highest of any speaker over our three-day conference."
- Coordinator, Sask Pork Symposium
"Pat's session, Press For Performance...Pause For Renewal, set the tone for our campaign, helping our Loaned Reps become more aware of their own needs and more confident in helping others. Building on this foundation, they went on to form an amazingly successful team and generate record-breaking results."
- Campaign Coordinator, United Way
"Our staff shared many positive comments about your mix of humor, practical strategies and compelling information. We look forward to our continued collaboration."
- Coordinator Staff Development, Saskatoon Public Schools
"It was such a pleasure having you share your expertise and yourself with us. I especially liked how you moved amongst us, spoke to everyone, and made each person feel special."
- Centre Educator, Capital Care Grandview
“I appreciate being a recipient of your joy of life, your tidbits of knowledge, your encouraging words, your shared laughter and your genuine caring soul. Thanks for realizing your dreams and sharing the benefits with the rest of us.”
-Human Resources, Saskatoon Credit Union
“Your comments on how we cope with constant change were insightful, thoughtful and humorous. You provided the impetus for each of us to examine our own priorities and lifestyles.”
-Communications Manager, Revenue Canada
“People were so appreciative of your time with them on Friday. When I got back in the office on Tuesday, there were several e-mail messages including one which referred to a Katz-ism. Your words will live on with this group.”
-Family Ministries, United Church of Canada
“Thank you very much for writing to me. I could not believe that you would even remember my question, but to take the time to answer in as much detail as you did, leaves me in awe! Never before have I had a professional development speaker who was willing to go beyond the session as you have. I cannot believe the time and care you have taken to serve me. It is much appreciated.”
-Teacher, Peace River School Unit
“I want to commend you on the high level of audience participation, the overall organization of the presentation, the use of a visual organizer as a handout, and your ability to develop a comfortable environment very quickly.”
-Superintendent of Program and Staff Development, Saskatoon Board of Education
“I would like to thank you for bringing organizational hope to our personal and professional lives. Your message touched everyone in the audience in one way or another. Some, including myself, felt you may have modeled your talk around our daily lives. Your research on our organization and profession made the comments all the more relevant.”
-President, Saskatchewan Association of Architects
“In my mind, the greatest evaluation of a training session is the amount of post-training discussion which occurs and ultimately, the changes which result. From a personal perspective, I have implemented several of your suggestions and as I walk around the office, I notice many others have taken action as well.”
-Personnel Supervisor, MLT Management Inc.
“Your presentation was bang on — you hit the points that needed to be hit and your advice was practical and useful. You tackled what could have been a very dull subject in a humorous, light-hearted yet down-to-earth way that made us all think that maybe — just maybe — we too can get our lives in order.”
-Saskatchewan Weekly Newspapers Association
“I do see examples of improved time management from those who attended. I believe that they feel better able to cope with the demands of the position and will be taking their personal needs into consideration in making decisions. People are more willing to explain the demands upon themselves when extra duties are requested and we are able to work out solutions that see the priorities accomplished. I also believe that we are more understanding of each others work load.”
-CEO, Assiniboine Valley Health District
“Inspirational. Motivating. Practical. Just what I needed!”
-Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan
“I was deluged with positive comments about your message and presentation style. You were the obvious 'HIT' of the conference. One delegate from Toronto remarked that he was amazed Saskatoon had so many high quality presenters with significant messages. He went on to add that your presentation would have a lasting impact on him.”
-Superintendent of Planning & Communication, Saskatoon Board of Education
“Your research into the specific organization and needs of our department was evident in the program and the well-paced, professional and humorous delivery held our attention throughout. I am pleased to recommend this seminar to other groups, who are sure to benefit from the practical results as much as our group has.”
-Manager Facilities Management, SGI
“Staff are using specific techniques you presented when they teach group classes to clients with chronic illness; and others have utilized ideas from the program in their personal lives with positive results.”
-Saskatoon District Health
“Some people enjoyed your first session so much that they purchased another ticket for the next day just to see and hear your presentation.”
-Kamloops Women In Focus
“Thank you, Pat, for your meticulous preparation and energetic leadership. Our only problem now is finding way to make next year's seminar as good!”
-Saskatchewan Abilities Council
“The participants who requested follow-up consultations with you were very pleased with your advice and assistance. They were prepared for your consultation, appreciated your input and are making changes to be more effective personally, professionally and organizationally.”
-Business & Management Programs, University of Sask
“All of the department heads commented to me about what a dynamic speaker you are and how our team found it a very productive session. The only drawback was that we couldn't have you for the afternoon as well! You are living proof that giving others compliments, graciously accepting those that are given to you and rewarding yourself make for a happier and more productive person.”
-Oliver Lodge Special Care Home
Contact Patricia now to put her expertise to work for your organization
