We work with Business Owners, Entrepreneurs and their key people. Here's an unedited sample of what Geoff's client's have to say:
"My level of thinking and perspectives has drastically changed! The way I approach a situation now is totally different to how I would have before the mentoring/coaching.Thanks very much Geoff! - Scott Townsend, Just Tees Ltd, Hamilton www.justtees.co.nz
"So, thanks for helping me start thinking!! Not quite what I thought I would get out of my sessions, but a kick in the pants is always a good start!" The interesting part - it was me that is giving myself the "kick in the pants" - but you facilitated it - or planted the seed as such! AND that is just the greatest thing" -
Karleen Hennessey, PORSE, Hamilton.
National Winner 'Lifestyle Services Franchise Business 2006' and 'Supreme Franchisee Business of the Year 2006', (Westpac NZ Franchise Awards)
"I'm well on my way to having more free time away from the business with a successful management plan implemented ... It proved to be excellent value thanks again!"
Paul Entwistle. Director. Forest Furniture Ltd. Hamilton.
Winner, "2005 Small Business of The Year", and Retail Business Of the Year" Westpac Business Excellence Awards Waikato
"Coaching has helped us through a turbulent period. One of the real benefits of working with Geoff at One 2 One has been that it has given us access to a huge skill base and a vast range of business experience"
Paul Carrick, Director, Vault Financial Group, Cambridge -
Winners, 2005 Emerging Business of the Year, Waikato Business Excellence Awards.
"I feel that the investment has been great. We have no problems spending money on machines and cars, but don't think to invest and develop our own skills to improve business and personal life. Thanks for the real world experiences, we owe you great thanks." - Scott Miller, Company Director, Milestone Lithographics Ltd, Hamilton
It's given me a sounding board for ideas and projects. Having a switched on like-minded person asking the correct questions has been particularly helpful. Having someone who is not afraid to challenge me or my ideas is a great tool."
Jason Macklow, Entrepreneur, Owner Iguana Restaurant and Street Bar. 2005 Winners of 3 Westpac Business Excellence Awards including "The Supreme Business of the Year Award. NB: Geoff only started working with Jason after Iguana was formally recognised at the Excellence Awards.
"Has given me clarity, exposed me to new learning and concepts. A low level monetary investment for these life changes." - Chris Grace, Director, New World Te Rapa.
"My goal was Rookie of the Year for Bayleys Real Estate. Through Geoff's fantastic Coaching and Mentoring, personal insights and encouragement, I am delighted that I achieved our goal and was Rookie of the Year in 2004. I would recommend Geoff to anyone who wants to improve the way they do what they do."
- Patrick McCarthy, Bayleys, Auckland City, Rookie of the Year 2004
"I'd have to say that I'm pretty chuffed with how it's all come together - clearly we still have lots of work to do but at least we are all paddling the boat in the same direction ... Awesome stuff and thanks for the part you played in helping us on our journey!"
- Jon Courtney - General Manager Matamata Veterinary Services Ltd
"I'm always a little more inspired after our sessions. It's great to step back for a moment while sharing some fresh ideas and other points of view, very cool!" - Dale Vink, Director, Blacksheep Creative
”I have enjoyed the pressure of having a completion date. We’ve gained so much clarification on where the business is headed and I’m excited! Thanks Geoff it’s been a great experience and I’ve enjoyed the journey.” Karen May, Director, Kaz Graphic Dezign, Cambridge www.kazdezign.co.nz
“Geoff’s experience in business speaks for itself. Very knowledgeable and willing to share it. Extremely worthwhile.” Vernon May, Kaz Graphic Dezign. www.kazdezign.co.nz
"One week ago we won the Small Business of the Year Award" for the Waikato and also the top Retailer Award at the Waikato Westpac Business Awards. Geoff's guidance a few years ago helped me make those achievements much more possible, putting us in a stronger position for the future" - Paul Entwisle, Owner, Forest Furniture, Hamilton.
Winner, 2005 Small Business of The Year, and 2005 Retail Business Of the Year (Westpac Business Excellence Awards, Waikato)
"Immense benefit" - "Have really enjoyed the sales / business background - felt confident in Geoff's ability and success. Very effective for me" - Linda Wells, Lugton's Real Estate
"I believe the biggest thing Geoff provided for me was ‘clarity', the ability to see myself as a businessman, father, husband and leader. Having someone to bounce ideas off and offer independent advice from his strong base of business experience was great." - Rik Scaramuzza - Managing Director RPS Quality Homes Hamilton. Winners of Westpac Waikato Business Excellence Awards 2008 - Innovation Award and Excellence In Service Award.
"The Coach develops your self knowledge, gets you to where you want to be. Often reflects 'you' back clearly so you can see for yourself and grow more confident. It's an opportunity for someone else to hear where you are at, where you want to get to and then help you with the steps you need to take to get there well. My decision to make this learning investment with Geoff at this stage of my personal and business development was well timed. - Theresa O'Leary - Director, TOLBECS Ear Centre, Hamilton.
"We are now more focused and ready to take well-thought-through steps to grow our business- No more "oh what a good idea" and go for it to later find it was not such a great idea after all, or if we had put in some good planning it would have worked better."
- Maureen Crosbie, Director, Key Recruitment, Hamilton
"Just thought I would let you know that I am feeling very positive about the business again. It's very unusual for me to get negative and it definitely helps to discuss the issues with someone else and get some clarity." Fran Britt, Director, Wilson's Concreting, Cambridge
