Testimonials from old website
“Before working with TAI, I shied away from leadership challenges. Now I walk in to them.”
- Alexander Hoare,
CEO, Hoare and Co
“I have worked with many coaches…I find what TAI does more genuine and more effective than other approaches.”
- Carl Stern,
Former Chairman, Boston Consulting Group
“From the first meeting I knew I had selected the best … That judgment is proved correct every time I speak. The positive feedback tells me I am getting my message across.”
- Phyllis Taylor
Chairman and CEO, Taylor Energy
“It was not until I had the opportunity to work with … TAI that I understood how much more there was to learn and how much I could improve.”
- General Walt Boomer
Former Commander, US Marines
Former Chairman and CEO, Rogers Corporation
“TAI’s creative dynamic approach refreshed and recharged my creative thinking. I was able to step back and think about what’s important, personally and professionally.”
- Robin Camish
CEO, QP Group
“We were very pleased with the workshop – it exceeded our expectations! … exactly what we hoped for.”
- Elizabeth B. Wood
GEOC Consulting Practice
“A prestigious speakers bureau told me about TAI. I was stunned at what a difference it made in my presentations. Now I connect with live audiences.”
- Michael Lee Stallard
President, E Pluribus Partners
Author of Fired Up or Burned Out
“We have worked with TAI on development and articulation of the strategic direction of Bertelsmann in several fields. As our relationship has deepened, so has the impact of TAI’s work.”
- Michael Hansen
Former Head of Strategy, Bertelsmann
“TAI’s secret? The teach you to learn to like, respect and help your audience.”
- George Stalk
Management Guru, Author of Hardball
“Working with TAI is a journey of self-discovery. It’s not about how you portray yourself in public, but who you really are.”
- Rafael Cerezo
SVP, Boston Consulting Group
“On this journey, I not only became a better speaker but maybe even a little better person.”
- Bill Eggers
Director, Deloitte Research
“I had a blast at the workshop. It’s amazing how simple tweaks enhance the message.”
- Craig Walton,
- Director, Real Estate & Facilities, SAP America Inc.
“TAI provided a refreshing environment and highly effective approach to leadership development unlike the more traditional “Corporate America” offerings many of us had previously experienced.”
- Tina Ruggiero
Director, Strategy, Business Analytics and Solutions
Merrill Lynch
“Thanks for all your help. You were instrumental in my development as a leader.”
- Tina Singh
GPC Investments and Wealth Management
Merrill Lynch
“They have given us permission to ask fundamental questions and come up with new answers from within.”
- Kerry Preete
Head of Marketing for the Americas, Monsanto
“It’s the most enriching experience that I have ever gone through. Whatever success I derive from my future communications/presentations will always be because of what you have taught us, in a small or big way.”
- Jamilah Hashim
IMD
“I really enjoyed the workshop. I’d do it again in a heartbeat!”
- Liz Updike
Sales, Merrill Lynch
“The training forces you to think about different dimensions of your own personality. In doing that, you discover hidden capabilities.”
- Aldo Noseda
IT Vice President, Seminis
“They made me feel – palpably- how technique is the enemy of real connection, how exposing your real self if the goal and not the obstacle.”
- Philip Evans
Author of Blown to Bits
“TAI enabled me to realize a completely different perspective in speaking and communications that has significantly influenced my abilities.”
- Christie Chavis
Director, Commercial Development and Technical Services, Monsanto Animal Agriculture
“Just a quick note to thank you for the excellent coaching of the last 6-8 months. As Steve Jobs would say, “It is not possible to connect the dots looking forward, but it is clear – very clear – looking backwards.”
- Miguel Motta
VP, Corporate Strategy, Monsanto
Other post-workshop reactions
“The difference between his training and others was the depth and realism. I will definitely be back!”
“I really enjoyed the energy and professional manner. TAI kept everyone engaged.”
“My expectations were met – and exceeded. I now have several things to incorporate into my public speaking to maximize impact.”
“Everyone in the world should take it.”