TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIALS
LEADERSHIP |
POWERFUL PRESENTATIONS |
HIGH PERFORMANCE TEAMS |
MOTIVATIONAL CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS |
PERFORMANCE COACHING |
COMMENTS FROM SCOTTISH POLICE COLLEGE
LEADERSHIP
“Excellent. The only leadership course leaders should participate in, to turn theory into practise in the workplace.”
Stuart Dale, General Manager, Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust
“Excellent. Intensive course, but ultimately fulfilling in terms of learning & developing self and leadership style..”
Pam Wilde, Head of Marketing, Finning Caterpillar (UK)
“The most intensive course I have ever taken part in. But this was justified ten times over by the fantastic payoff at the end.”
Jimmy Formosa, CSR Advisor, Aggregate Industries
“Extremely well run exhilarating course, which combines theory with activity for maximum benefit of the individual. Everyone will develop in some way. I found it to be one of the best compact courses I have attended in years – thoroughly enjoyable and worthwhile.”
Suzanne Edwards, Customer Service Manager, Siemens plc
“The most beneficial course of its type I have experienced. Physically, emotionally and mentally stimulating & challenging.”
Dave Pegg, Inspector, North Yorkshire Police
“Physical and mental roller-coaster. Best course ever!”
Lee Speight, Engineering Services Manager, Lloyds British Testing
“Exciting & thought provoking, physically & emotionally demanding, stretched but not panicked.”
Peter Andrews, Managing Director, Timber Frame Services Ltd
“Top quality course. It makes you look critically at yourself, and gives you the motivation to correct any shortcomings.”
Neil Jones, Head Buyer, Weatherite Manufacturing Ltd
“This was a tremendous challenge. The team achieved far beyond what we thought was possible.
The experience, and Peter Kennedy’s commitment, insight and enthusiasm, has changed the way I think and lead.”
Andy McMillan, Detective Superintendent, North Yorkshire Police
“If everyone did this course, imagine what the planet could do?!”
Mary Leonard, IT Team Leader, Capital & Regional
“A near vertical learning curve in appreciating the significance, potential and techniques of emotional intelligence, in both self-awareness and group leadership.”
Dr Adrian Thomas, Magnet Engineer, Siemens Magnet Technology
“Learnt more in three days, than in ten years of appraisals, 360° feedback and courses.”
Alex McLeod, Business Manager, Aggregate Industries
“This course has provided me with the best learning experience I’ve ever had, and I’m confident this will benefit my future.”
Michael Mellor, Manager, Midlands Co-operative Society
”Fantastic, enlightening, exhausting, but comprehensive course that I would happily recommend to friends and colleagues.”
Dr Charlie Easmon, Medical Director, The Number One Health Group Ltd
“Excellent. This course should be mandatory for leaders. The experiences and learning obtained
will be of immense benefit to me and my organisation.”
Martin Epps, Inspector, Metropolitan Police Leadership Academy
“Wow – never realised that you could experience and learn so much in such a short space of time. Fantastic course, great colleagues, and inspiring tutor. Do it – you will never look back.”
Ronnie Hext, Head of Change Management, Avon and Somerset Constabulary
“Very stimulating, inspirational, thought provoking and impressive course. While other could probably deliver good leadership courses, Peter Kennedy’s outstanding army background gives him superlative credibility as a leadership trainer. Thank you for not using jargon (except once with an apology) or PowerPoint. A very impressive, dynamic and articulate trainer with excellent use of voice, humour, eye contact and body language to engage attendees.”
Samantha Stayt, South Staffordshire Community & Voluntary Action
“A fantastic learning experience, allowed me to develop and put into practise some really useful stuff.”
Darren Wareing, Chief Inspector – Head of Learning and Development, North Wales Police
“The best leadership course I have ever been on – exceptionally well organised with an excellent mix of activities. I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to attend, as many of the experiences will spur me on during my career.”
Deborah Grime, Regional Operational Training Manager, Halifax
“This course opens up your mind and soul, and lets you look in and learn from it. You come away a more determined person, more aware of other people’s needs and personalities.”
Fiona Smith, Supply Chain Manager, Siemens Magnet Technology
“Excellent. Thoroughly enjoyable and practical, Peter not only inspires but provides techniques that can be immediately put into practice.”
Caroline Smyth, Head of Year, Priory School Shrewsbury
“Brilliant course. Best leadership course I’ve been on. Delivered by a man who really knows his subject and delivered it in a funny and exciting way.”
Roseann Genese, Coverage Care Services
“Excellent. Well worth the time out to look at the bigger picture with regards to people management,
self management, company management and leadership in general. Come with an open mind and you will learn & enjoy in the process. Many thanks.”
Nick Blenkarn, Director, Severn Partnership
“A great course. I would recommend it to other colleagues. Very tiring, but great fun and many ideas to take back to the workplace.”
Jenny Cartwright, Branch Manager, West Bromwich Building Society
“I did not know what to expect from the course, and was very surprised with how much I actually got out of it. A very beneficial and powerful experience.”
Ben Evans, Technical Leader Remote Technologies, QinetiQ
“The excellent ratings are not because I’m on a high, but because of the scale of learning. In less than a week I got from this course skills I only guessed at during years of MBA study. I also appreciate the logistical and energy inputs needed to make this such a success. Thank you.”
Edmund Dixon, Business Development Director, Open University
POWERFUL PRESENTATIONS COURSES
“Excellent. A very detailed and comprehensive look at presentations – giving me new skills + confidence to improve presentation delivery.”
Gareth Pritchard, T/ACC, North Wales Police
“Many thanks, Peter, for an extremely practical, high octane course. I found it a very useful developmental approach.”
Brenda Mason, Head of Policy & Performance, Rother District Council
“Brilliant. Picked up many new tools to select from in the future. I feel like I could now present anything to anyone.”
James Taylor, Manager, Heartlands Hospital Birmingham
“Peter Kennedy took us on a journey from outright fear, through ‘maybe I’ll have a go’ to ‘let me at ‘em’ in helping us prepare for the powerful presentations we all need to make.”
Andrew Jowett, Director, Build IT International
“Excellent training that takes you out of your comfort zone, and puts you back with more tools in your toolbox to be able to do better presentations.”
Steve Smith, Manager, Finning UK
“Excellent. It was a rich, 2-day long joyful practice - through real training - of communication and presentation skills. I would recommend this to all of my sales counterparts.”
Azer Samedov, Regional Aviation Solutions Manager, IATA Russia
“Thanks again for the opportunity to attend your Powerful Presentations course. Suzi and I both had a fantastic time. It was fun, and a challenging, thought-provoking 2 days in a safe, supportive learning environment.”
Deborah Summerfield, Area Learning and Development Manager, British Red Cross
“A definite safe but very challenging environment, to make you consider communication – not just for presentations – but how to structure every important conversation for maximum impact.”
Katy Christie, Assistant to MD, SNO!zone
“Excellent. I thoroughly enjoyed the course, which was challenging – but gave me a useful structure and toolkit to help me give better presentations.”
Wayne Phillips, Project Manager, MoD Procurement
“Excellent. The course exceeded my expectations and was different from other training I have undertaken”
Ian Shannon, Deputy Chief Constable, North Wales Police
“An excellent high octane course that provides you with the confidence and skills to produce powerful presentations.”
Mark Granby, Chief Superintendent, Greater Manchester Police
“Excellent course. Very safe environment created to dare and take risks.”
Mikkel Togsverd, Operations Director, Affinity Trust
”Excellent. I learnt skills that will last a lifetime!”
David Di Domenico, Managing Director, Intelect plc
“A course that will stretch even experienced professionals. Stacked with ideas, personal challenge, and opportunities for constructive feedback. Will provide anyone a boost to their presentation skills.”
Michael Garrihy, Chief Superintendent, Cheshire Constabulary
“Excellent. Really learned the importance of delivery.”
Leo Sowerby, Chief Executive, Affinity Trust
“Excellent. This was the most challenging thing I have done for a long time, and it has definitely taken my presentation skills to a new level.”
Ian Yates, Business Area Manager, Minelco
HIGH PERFORMANCE TEAMS
"The courses have been extremely stimulating - our people have returned to the workplace buzzing with ideas, enthusiasm and determination to find solutions to challenging problems, particularly on a team basis. Cross-functional barriers have been broken down and strong working relationships formed that previously may not have existed at all. Our people think that everyone here should go on one of your courses!"
Tracey Clarke, HR Director, Siemens
"We have worked with Peter Kennedy from The Leadership Challenge for several years on both internally delivered programmes and by sending our managers on open courses. The excellent quality and consistency of delivery has seen immediate and longstanding results back in the business - such as improved confidence to communicate with individuals and teams; increased motivation; substantial cost savings and increased sales. Peter's enthusiasm and passion are infectious - our managers return with a true sense of self belief and the lasting will to achieve."
Ann Breen, Management Development Manager, Midlands Co-operative Society
“Excellent. I didn’t know I had it in me. I didn’t know others had it in them.”
Marcel Kruip, Principal Physicist, Siemens Magnet Technology
“A surprising, challenging & rewarding course, with an added element of excitement and adventure. I thought the whole experience was fantastic. Something that I will remember all my life. Superb.”
Paul Austin, Area Manager, Halifax plc
“Excellent. We have travelled a long way to participate, but this is the most rewarding team training I have ever experienced.”
Nigel Hall, Fault Manager, EDF Energy
“Fantastic experience – thank you. Really well put together, with real life learning experiences.”
Peter Day, Regional Manager, Halifax
“Unbelievably helpful personality engineering. It really showed the benefits of teamwork.”
Adam Johnstone, Magnet Engineer, Siemens Magnet Technology
“Re-awakening, change of mindset, imaginative, inspirational, sense of achievement and pride, merry go round of emotions.”
Rob McGachie, Engineering Services Manager, Lloyds British Testing
“The level of instruction was excellent, our group facilitator was brilliant. I feel more confident and it definitely improved my self esteem. I am amazed how much I got from it, and couldn’t wait to get back to try out some of the techniques we talked about. I came from the course on a real high, I learnt so much and also overcame so much. This taught me with support and encouragement, and a good team spirit, you can overcome anything.”
Clare Bound, Branch Manager, West Bromwich Building Society
“Any pre-conceptions of this course cannot come close to the reality. If you don’t think it’s for you – think again.”
Mike Mallett, Magnet Engineer, Siemens Magnet Technology
“Inspiring. I would definitely recommend this course to others.”
Denise Morris, Coverage Care Services
“Peter was an inspiring tutor, infinitely positive and motivational. I went away thinking anything could be achieved if I set my mind to it.”
Emily Howsam, SSVCA
“Dynamic course, really pulls everyone together to be successful. Leadership & tuition fantastic. Peter, you and your team were very focused and positive.”
Kevin Jones, Team Leader, Siemens Magnet Technology
MOTIVATIONAL CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
"Our business turnover went up by over 14% following the series of five conferences at which you gave a very motivational speech. Turnover had previously been static for six years. Many of our staff at the conferences said your talk had made a big impact on them."
Brian Sherlock, Managing Director, Hewden Hire Centres
“Thank you so much for a superb event. As I expected the feedback forms are all highly positive, and you exceeded expectations for most of the people there. You hit just the right note for me and provided a stimulating, thought provoking and highly enjoyable event. You have a rare talent, and I’m sure if I had been there, that I would have followed you ‘over the top’ at Goose Green.”
Captain Dai Morgan RN
“This man, Peter Kennedy, could lead you anywhere… No matter how sceptical you initially are!”
Matthew Hobbs, Design Engineer, Siemens Magnet Technology
“Many thanks for leading such an enjoyable and thought-provoking session. As I am sure you could tell it was very well-received, and from a quick scan of the feedback forms the common themes coming through are "inspirational", "energising", "effective" and "exceeded expectations". On behalf of the rest of the Steering Group I would like to thank you for your time and inspiration yesterday evening.”
Peter Martin, Technical Services Director, Black & Veatch Ltd
“Peter Kennedy has intuitive understanding and hard-won experience of leadership and motivation. He has uniquely enthused and challenged instructors from across the Army to widen their horizons and further develop their own expertise.”
Brigadier Ian McGill CBE, Commander, British Army Initial Training Group
“This event was a risk for us and had to go right. We thought you’d deliver, you did, and you exceeded our expectations.”
Mel Stimpson, Head of Global Dealing, Standard Life Investments
PERFORMANCE COACHING
"This is probably one of the best investments in people training we have undertaken, already we are seeing the benefits cascading down throughout the Company and its employees. We will continue to work with The Leadership Challenge and have identified our next group of employees who will experience the challenge."
Trevor Dale, Managing Director, Lloyds British Testing Ltd
"The 1:1 coaching with Peter Kennedy was extremely useful for me, it motivated and made me realise that I could and should do something completely different now, immediately. I totally changed my direction and job at Siemens, from IT Manager to Business Excellence Manager, which I would not have had the confidence to do before. I now also believe that a Director’s position is well within my capability, which I would never have dreamt of before the programme."
Martin Smith, Business Excellence Manager, Seimens
"This has re-energised my desire to lead my team onto better performance. Thank you."
Clare Varney, Captain, British Army
COMMENTS FROM VARIOUS COURSES AT THE SCOTTISH POLICE COLLEGE, TULLIALLAN
“Peter Kennedy - best input from the Scottish Police College in 18 years."
"Leadership - a really motivational input. Perhaps one of the best deliveries I have seen on any training event."
“He was provoking, stimulating & challenging. He made me change my perception of what is achievable. He appeared at the right time and place for me. I can see why you’d follow him – even at Goose Green.”
“I thoroughly enjoyed today and found it inspirational. Thank you.”
“Excellent presentation emphasising key points in the time available.”
“Worthwhile, and would be of benefit in a longer session as well.”
“Excellent. Very enthusiastic, clear and professional.”
“Good presentation and information, complete motivation and commitment.”
“Peter Kennedy was motivational, inspirational and an excellent presenter who gave an oversight into the leadership challenge which has allowed me to take practical lessons back into the workplace.”
“Very good presentation – thought provoking and definitely provides the impetus to make changes within the workplace – even if it’s only a few!”
“Excellent presenter, very engaging.”
“I feel enthusiastic about where I’m going & how I’m going to get there. This course was a big help.”
“Excellent – easy to listen to. Punchy and as a listener easy to digest."
"Excellent day with lots of variety & humour included in the course. Very worthwhile.”
“I would definitely recommend this course to others. Very knowledgeable presenter who delivered a real down to earth approach & examples to assist in the understanding of the Leadership course – Great style used. Well done.”
“Professional and engaging, delivered with passion and a touch of humour.”
“Excellent presenter who conveyed ideas in a manner that made it memorable.”
"Peter Kennedy was excellent. This input on leadership was realistic, practical and relevant - very inspirational and a must for future courses.”
”Leadership: Peter Kennedy: Absolutely outstanding, frontline expert, a must for the course.”
”Leadership – Peter Kennedy was pitched at a perfect level. All presenters should be like this from a disciplined background.”
”The input on leadership by Peter Kennedy was of a very high standard and most beneficial.”