Consulting & Workshop Facilitation/Training
Feedback from Managers and Engineers after Four-Day Leadership Effectiveness Certification Program at Thomson Reuters:
“At 52, and having worked in IT since I was 18, I can honestly say I haven’t ever enjoyed classes nearly as much as those I took with Marian.” ~ IT Engineer, New York, NY
“Marian’s key strengths revolve around accurately interpreting reactions in situations and adapting her approach to make the most of the situation. Instead of trying to control situations, Marian allows the situation to develop and then uses it as a talking point to establish an understanding. Another strength I noticed about Marian is her ability to see the positive in people even when their actions seem to be negative. She helps people feel at ease which in turn encourages communication and teamwork.” ~ Operations Engineer, New York, NY
“Marian was very encouraging about bringing up ‘real-life’ examples so that, as a class, we could work on a real issue – that in itself was very helpful and eye-opening. I work nights but looked forward to going to Marian’s class because she instructs in such a way that you WANT to know what’s coming up next!” ~ Systems Engineer, New York, NY
“Marian is a gifted listener and uses that ability to help guide the instruction by understanding the specific situations and need of each group member. She knows how to let group discussions evolve but still steer it to the desired goal; being firm when needed. During instruction, she is amazing at how she keeps everything interactive and engages the group.” ~ IT Engineer, New York, NY
Feedback from Managers and Engineers after Communication Skills One-Day Workshop at Thomson Reuters:
“Super Class – I learned tools to improve my relationships and quality of work. Loved the information. Very cutting edge.” ~ Systems Engineer, New York, NY
“This is one of the most important seminars you will attend. I say this because the concepts covered in this seminar will make you a better person and ultimately will improve your relationships with others.” ~ IT Engineer, New York, NY
“Marian is an excellent instructor. Material is valid, current, and she instructs well.” ~ Systems Engineer, Brookfield, WI
“[The course] is excellent and will help you see yourself in a new light. That should then help you to see and understand others better and build strong relationships.” ~ Senior Operations Project Manager, New York, NY
“[The course] teaches you to communicate effectively in a neutral way.” ~ Systems Engineer, St. Louis, MO
“I believe that everyone in the organization would benefit from this course. I can see how this course can improve communication skills not only with individuals, but also with multi-regional teams.” ~ Senior Operations Engineer, Hauppauge, NY
“The material was very enlightening. I was quite surprised by some of the tools within my grasp that can make a difference in my work life.” ~ Network Systems Engineer, Hauppauge, NY
“It was awesome, explained different communication styles and how to get your point across.” ~ Network Systems Engineer, New York, NY
“Improved my awareness of others and self.” ~ IT Engineer, New York, NY
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Talent, Learning, Leadership, & Organization Development Consulting
Feedback at the Conclusion of Consulting Engagements:
“Marian has a sincere desire to make a difference and facilitate lasting change. She is also very flexible in her style and is able to adapt to multiple audiences. I was impressed by the way she was willing to sacrifice her program plans to meet changing demands at very short notice. In developing our Communication & Influencing, Problem-Solving & Decision-Making, Time Management, and Innovation courses, she managed to research and distill the latest thinking into a concise and engaging curriculum.” ~ PB, Global Head of Learning, Technology Operations, Thomson Reuters, London, UK
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“Marian and I became colleagues when she joined our Global Learning Team for Technology Operations in our NYC office, but only after she had moved on did I realize that we were indeed working in two different time zones; that is how seamless and comfortable it was working with her.
I have seen Marian work as an Instructional Designer, Trainer, and Coach. I remember our first assignment together where she was solely responsible for implementing a four-day professional skills training program for the entire Technology Operations group. Not only did she design the training methodologies and the supporting curriculum, she also helped select culturally appropriate course content to be delivered across regions. She single-handedly designed and developed all the courses from concept to finished product and produced all the course materials from handouts to facilitator’s guides to identifying the right videos and assessment tools. She also trained the trainers across the Americas, Europe, and Asia to facilitate the courses in our respective locations. The Global Learning Team continues to offer the courses in their almost original format. Marian is a skilled professional, and I admire her versatility and depth of knowledge, which makes it a delight to work and have a conversation with her.
Additionally, Marian is extremely responsive and accessible. To be an effective Coach or Trainer in our Global Learning Team, one needs to be able to work with different people from different cultures. Many a times, it is not just about being professional, but it is more about being mindful and culturally sensitive which is something I have admired about Marian. I value her insight and personal attention.
Marian, amongst all, is an exceptional listener, and it is a warm feeling when I interact with her. She is able to remember aspects and instances and connect the dots so well that it hardly matters if we are working in different time-zones and in different organizations now, which is an outstanding quality in her.
For me, Marian is thoughtful, experienced, grounded, real, and very professional. I would love to work with Marian again.” ~ Kavitha Kesavan, Global Learning Consultant, Thomson Reuters, Bangalore, India
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“Marian’s key strengths are her ability to assess the needs of participants and take a systematic approach to delivering materials that can be understood and internalized.” ~ Non-Profit Executive, New York, NY
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I invite you to schedule your 30-minute complimentary discovery call with me to discuss your needs.
