Rich Hallabrin - Communications Manager UPS
This was an excellent workshop, it takes leadership and boils it down to basic levels of understanding. I realized I am not always “consistent” with maintaining my confidence and I must be constant in a leadership role. The thing that will be most helpful in my interactions with others, is knowing that no two horses or people are alike and different leadership styles are essential. I will now adapt my leadership style to fit the person I am working with and will no longer judge someone simply from observation and assumptions. The instructor was outstanding, he was friendly, cordial and able to relate every activity to the workplace.
Karen Saghini - Public Relations Supervisor
This workshop is a great idea, I would certainly recommend it to others. It was great fun and really made me think about how I communicate to get a goal accomplished. I plan to really pay more attention to the way people respond to me based on non-verbal communication. Body language is extremely important and a very powerful way to communicate. If you act in a confident way people will respond well to what you put out there. Everyone is constantly judging your body language when you don't even know it. Non-verbal communication is more important than we think. I will definitely listen and respond to other's communication style.
Walid Wakim - Consulting Systems Engineeer - Cisco Systems Inc.
On a scale of 1-10 I would rate the instructor and assistants an 11! This was a very effective and well laid out workshop, I would recommend it to anyone. I thought the use of horses was a great way to demonstrate effective leadership. Communication is more about action than words, I learned how to really carry myself correctly, so that I can be more effective as a leader.
S. B. - Public Relations Manager
This workshop made me assess personal behaviors and gave me techniques to try at work. I think it will be useful with individual coaching and counseling. The instructor was very effective in communicating how you can establish leadership in subtle ways. I realized that assertiveness can present itself in different ways to have effective outcomes. I think I can use this by being more confident and deliberate, but not forgetting to read the situation first.
Larry McMahon - Consulting Engineer Manager
I was struck by the relentless attention that horses pay to you and the consistency of what they expect from a leader. This made me intensely aware of my demeanor, my intentions and focus. This information obviously translates into the human realm. The subtle impact of maintaining consistent focus in mind and body to communicate confidence and sincerity will be most helpful in my interactions with others. I will certainly incorporate my new awareness of non-verbal communication in the work environment. John, my instructor was very good, very insightful on horses and very honest and direct.
J.M. - The Retail Store, public relations specialist
Team Building with Horses helped me recognize leadership qualities in other people by observation of their body language and I will spend more time observing how people prefer to be communicated with. It was an awesome workshop, I rate the instructor a 10! He had a great understanding of horse and human behavior. All of the assistants were enthusiastic and great to work with - real team players.
Bob Godlewski - Manager National Media Relations UPS
I had no idea how important body language is and its importance in non-verbal communications. It can actually transcend verbal instructions. Regarding my interactions with others, I realized that people are sizing me up long before I attempt to establish any authority. This is the best team-building activity we have ever done! It got people outside their comfort zones. It also allowed followers in our group to practice leadership skills. I had a great time with an excellent instructor.
N. B. - Manager National Media Relations UPS
This was a fantastic education that was provocative as well as informative. I give top rates to the instructor and assistants. I learned how you can lead without being vocal, because body language is a lot more important than you might think. I plan to incorporate all of it at work. I need to take the time to read the signals.
Mark Nguyen - Consulting Systems Engineer
What impacted me the most during this workshop was how effective non-verbal communication really is. I feel this will help me project and aura of leadership and confidence in front of my customers. I felt this was a very productive workshop and enjoyed working with the horses. The instructor and assistants were excellent!
Brandon Jennings - Public Relations supervisor,
Mail Boxes etc. Inc.
The Team Building with horses was great! It was a valuable experience for me. I learned that establishing respect and trust is a necessary prerequisite to having a good relationship and friendship. The instructor had an excellent presentation style that was very informative and the assistants were patient and helpful. I give them all an A+!
Steven Boggs - Public Relations Supervisor
I thought this workshop was a very positive and educational experience. I rate the instructor and assistants a 10! I was amazed how my confidence and the way I walk can work to help in everyday business. I rarely realize how I walk, now that I know how it can make a difference is something I will be more conscious of.
Donna Barrett - Technology Public Relations Manager
The similarities between Horses and humans is amazing! I had no idea that herds of horses were so similar to human organizations. I had an excellent instructor for an excellent workshop. Body language is everything!
Megan Belt - Public Relations Administrator
This workshop was very fun and a great learning experience. The instructors and assistants were excellent and very knowledgeable. I had no idea that leadership skills could be shown in such subtle ways. It helped me to gain confidence in myself knowing that I do have leadership qualities. It was helpful to know posture & poise can communicate a lot to people. When I get back to work I will definitely communicate with a more confident posture and voice.
Bill Edwards - Senior administrative assistant, Public Relations
I had no idea how much my body language is conveying to others. Also, as a result of this experience, I will be more willing and able to push through and work outside my comfort zone.
Colby Barth - Consulting Systems Engineer