Testimonials

What people have said about recent “Training the Coach" courses at a Fashion retail/manufacturing company:

"I have learnt to listen and not make suggestions but to help an individual to help themselves. I have gained self confidence and learnt how to give feedback correctly".

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"I feel a much better person with some special skills and look at life with more confidence now. I use coaching with staff and feel a much calmer person with a belonging in life"

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"I cannot fault Julia- she gave criticism and praise where due and yes I would recommend Spark Coaching & Training to others.
I was not convinced at the start of the programme that I would reap any benefit but by the end I have learned about myself and how to talk to, listen and observe others."

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"The trainer was excellent. Although I was not looking forward to the actual coaching sessions, they helped to put into practise what had been learned".

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"The course helped me to coach remote staff in my area in different situations. The course was very good and Julia has a great sense of humour!"

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"At first I couldn’t see how it could meet my expectations but as I attended more sessions I began to see situations where coaching could be used both personally and professionally and at a business level. I have learned to listen more, ask questions and allow others to find their own solutions to problems."

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"I felt Julia was very good and as I am a trainer I have used some of her training methods in my own training sessions!"

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"This course exceeded my expectations – I didn’t know if I was going to learn anything and I wasn’t sure I would be able to do it. I think you think its going to be counselling but then realise it is not. Julia was always very informative and gave good constructive criticism. Each session was different so you didn’t get bored."

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"It exceeded my expectations because I didn’t expect it to be about dealing with all different types of situations and relationships within and outside the workplace."

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"The trainer was very approachable and open which made the group gel more easily. My top three actions are to listen more actively, set aside time to do one to one’s with my staff and use open questions daily."

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"Julia was brilliant and honest!"

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"I approached the course with an open mind but some scepticism but found it really useful both practically and theoretically."

" My top three learning points are:

1. Increased self confidence- undoubtedly!
2. Ability to listen with greater purpose
3. Greater awareness that all people have similar reservations.

Overall a highly appreciated course and well worth the time."

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