TESTIMONIALS

Leadership and Change Programs

From Don Challen, Secretary, Department of Treasury and Finance, Tasmania

“Don’s strength is his ability to engage and relate to people at all levels. This rapport enabled him to raise to the surface a number of issues that hadn’t been tackled previously. Rather than taking a prescriptive approach, he has encouraged us all to reflect on our style and approach to one another and to identify potential changes and improvements ourselves.” Read more from this testimonial.

From Philip Mussared, (then) Deputy Secretary, Department of Treasury and Finance, Tasmania

“Over a period of time, Don has achieved a ‘quiet revolution’ in our approach to leadership and management.” Read more from this testimonial.

From Carolyn Blanden, Principal, Meriden School, Sydney

“Participants leave his (Don Dunoon’s) courses enthused and inspired.” Read more from this testimonial.

From Eric Lumley, Assistant Auditor General, Audit Office of NSW

“New Futures’ Director Don Dunoon and Associate Tina Monk recently conducted a most stimulating and successful leadership development program over 6 months in 2003-04 for approximately 50 managers in the Audit Office.” Read more from this testimonial.

From Julie Thompson, Director Professional Development, Association of Independent Schools, NSW

“I have no hesitation in recommending Don Dunoon of New Futures to develop and deliver quality professional development in the areas of leadership and management.” Read more from this testimonial.

From training and development manager in major bank – details available upon request

“We have now completed the training of all our Team Leaders in ‘Coaching and Teamwork’. Our participant evaluations show that all staff will be able to apply the ideas and principles learned. This is a strong indication of your understanding and the support given to our Team Leaders in this time of change. We look forward to continuing our association.”

From executive director of leading financial services firm – details available upon request

“The course was well run and dealt with some critical skills our managers need to develop their people to their full potential. Well done!”

Client and Employee Opinion Surveys

From Paul James, Senior Manager Fleet Management Services, StateFleet (NSW) – regarding clientsurvey 2004

“The survey was conducted by Mr Don Dunoon to our complete satisfaction.” Read more from this testimonial.

From John Dulhunty, National Human Resources Manager, MTU Detroit Diesel Australia – regarding employee survey 2003

“Don's approach to the survey was very professional and his advice was very sound, he was very flexible and open to ideas…” Read more from this testimonial.

360-Degree and Upward Feedback

From Robert Cockerell, Executive Director Corporate Services, Tasmanian Department of Treasury and Finance

“I also participated in the New Futures 360 degree feedback exercise which involved my direct supervisor, peers and reports feedback on my management and leadership attributes. This exercise utilised easy to use forms on the New Futures web site, statistical and graphical representation of results and most importantly comments provided by respondents in a form that ensured the respondents’ anonymity. I also found the debriefing exercise with Don extremely useful…” Read more from this testimonial.

From Julie Thompson, Director Professional Development, Association of Independent Schools, NSW

“A particularly important component of all of the programs has been the unique feedback mechanism designed by New Futures.” Read more from this testimonial.

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