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QUOTES FROM DELIGHTED CLIENTS

"Thank you so much for helping us take Destiny's Child to the next level.
We have been busy implementing the changes.
You truly made a difference in our lives!"
Destiny's Child

"Your weekend Finishing School was world-class. Thanks so
much for sharing all of this valuable information."
Joyce Soo
Sutton Realty, Vancouver, BC

Your knowledge and understanding of human behavior was most impressive.
I find myself using the skills constantly in meetings as well as private
sessions with colleagues. I noticed that my effectiveness has increased
and my stress level has decreased.

Your professionalism, personal appearance and speaking style
conveyed competence and confidence."
Bruce Helart , Executive Director
Seagate Technology

Thank you for your recent presentation. The seminar was creative, fun
and proved to be very insightful. Judging from the audience participation during the presentation and the continued and ongoing discussions since
the seminar, I'd say we clearly hit a home run! I especially appreciated
your preparation and pre-work that tailored the program materials and presentation content to the needs of our people.
Michael Mahoney
Senior Manager, Professional Relations, Genentech

"After spending time with you in our coaching sessions on
Ambassador Skills and business etiquette I have become
much more confident in all business situations. The skills
have been especially valuable in business social functions
involving business partners from other countries. I now have
an edge over my competitors because of your coaching."
J. Giglotto

"Thanks so much for sharing your expertise. Your business etiquette
session was enjoyed by all and was a terrific ending to to our
offsite conference. You captivated your audience - which says
a lot for a late Friday afternoon time slot!"
Jay Sullivan
McKinsey & Company

"I have worked with many people in the image, etiquette and
business relationships and Gloria is head and shoulders
above the rest. She is a published authority, sought-after speaker
and highly respected consultant. I endorse her work
here without qualification. "
Alan Weiss,
Million Dollar Consultant

"Your contribution as a business coach in the field of etiquette
and communication skills is essential. I will continue to refer clients
to you. Your work is outstanding."
Louis Boisvert, Consul and Senior Trade Commissioner
Canadian Consulate

"I now have the competitive edge after attending
your Executive Finishing School.
The information on impression management, business
and social etiquette and ambassador skills has
increased my sphere of influence in the
business community."
Jim Wilson
President and CEO, Terminal Velocity

"It is essential that I say, right away, that the time you spent with us was enlightening, exciting, informative, even mind-boggling. Your wealth of knowledge on every aspect of individual development from appearance to gestures to personal and group interaction is remarkable. But your ability to empathize with your varied audience and give each the information they need to know, in a manner they can assimilate, is truly astounding."
Yvonne Callaway,
Manager Investor Relations, Dominion Textile Inc.

"Thank you so much for the valuable lessons on presentation and style.
Your gentle and tactful way of bringing across suggestions impressed me. Your fine taste and highly professional appearance add to the tremendous value in getting your appearance 'just right.'
I will take your lessons to heart.
I look forward to working with you in the future."
Tom Breur,
XLNT Consulting - the Netherlands

"Your attention to detail and professionalism in support of the Northern Telecom vision and conference strategy are qualities that recognize "
value-added" partners well above and beyond competition."
David Wright, VP Client Services,
Marketing Communications

"From our beginning discussions about the applicability of the seminar within our organizational context through the seminar itself and to completion.
I was impressed with your obvious commitment, sincerity of
purpose, energy and knowledge."
Dr. Michael Hoare,
Staff Development Services, Fanshawe College

"Unbelievable! I found our session to be extremely interesting and most valuable. I certainly see a definite need for such assistance in
today's working environment and for this reason, I am sure
you will have continued success."
Stephen Ford,
Financial Advisor, Midland Walwyn

"Thank you for all of your expertise and advice during my recent
Nomination campaign for federal politics. Your assistance with my
speech writing was invaluable. This positive and direct speech
received many compliments at the nomination meeting.
As usual, your professional advice regarding my visual
presentation was impeccable."
Dr. Kelly Leigh Thomas,
Ontario, Canada

"Thank you for your splendid presentation to the senior staff and
volunteers of The Canadian Red Cross Society. We realize that
in today's competitive world, the members of not for profit
organizations must also present a correct and polished image."
Jim O'Brien, Area Director,
The Canadian Red Cross Society

"I want you to know how very pleased we at TMAC were with the quality
of the presentation you gave at our annual conference. The
transformations were first rate. I have highly recommended
you to other association conference planners."
Veronica McNeilly, Director,
Treasury Management Association of Canada

"What a difference. Since the Executive Coaching session with you,
I often receive very positive remarks about my appearance
and my programs. You brought me back to the basics and beyond.
Coaching from you, self confidence and great program material,
has become my Success Strategy."
David Stanley,
Past President, Florida Speakers Association

"Everyone has nothing but words of praise. It is evident that not only
have appearances changed, but so have attitudes."
Jacques Wade,
Allied Automotive

"We were very impressed by the skill with which you wove together areas of interest to us and those you felt were important. This tailoring of information assured that the ideas presented were of practical value and immediately applicable, not only in our professional endeavors but in our personal lives as well. Your energetic presentation and genuine interest in the subject matter quickly spread to all of the participants."
Margo Clinker-Farquhar,
Communication Rehabilitation Services

"Thank you Gloria! The investment in a personal consultation with you
has paid big dividends. In fact, it was one of the best investments
I made this year. I have made several big investments in
designer clothing and I always receive compliments from my
friends and business colleagues. Thanks for your assistance."
Maria Hyman, Indus International,
Senior Director of Education,
San Francisco, California

"I want to thank you for changing my life! The consultation with you lead me on a very important journey. I have always felt so lost on what to buy in clothing and how to look polished for the job. Shedding my outdated image and replacing it with a polished and professional image has been so exciting and rewarding in every way. Every day someone comments on how well I look and I feel like an ambassador for my new business. I really liked your balanced program of professional advice from greeting clients to clothing, etiquette and all aspects of professionalism. Thank you again and
I will refer you to everyone I know."
Joan Rammer, owner Chandler Gallery,
Jupiter, Florida

"Ms. Starr's assessments are fast, concise, and right on the money.
If you're involved in the world of non-profit, where donor relations
are a priority, the information gleamed from this DiSC assessment is indispensable. Gaining insight into your own behavioral style is the
best way to relate to the styles of your donors and to help them find
the right match for their contributions. PR and development directors
take note - self knowledge builds better donor relations and
that means larger gifts.
Take advantage of this program NOW!"
Jeff Walker, Director of Public Relations,
Bethesda Home for Boys

"The feedback is nothing short of exceptional! Here are a few of the comments. WOW, I can't believe anyone could do a better job than Gloria. Excellent training. One of the best, by far, I have attended. This is fabulous course material. Thank you for your grace, tact, enthusiasm and professionalism. We look forward to working with you in the coming year."
Sue Gattenby, Administrator,
Training/Education & Employee Development,
TDS Telecom

"I must express my sincere gratitude to the daring attitude and
devotedness you have shown in our training programs. Your
ability to motivate and inspire broadened my vision.

The China market is full of opportunity and your training
made a big difference."
Amy Chan
ACI China Integrated Communications

"Ms. Starr’s solution to our staff development needs was nothing short of exceptional. Her recommendations, based on the DiSC assessment tool helped me to better understand my staff and maximize their strengths. It helped me to realize that everyone needs to be addressed and coached in different ways when discussing matters of concern and performance improvement. If you think you know your staff strengths and areas of challenge, I suggest you make the investment like we did. It may surprise you! Thank you very much Ms. Starr."
Bob Blanchette - Production Manager,
Home Product Design, Indiana

"I have found every experience that I have had with you sets the model for professional decorum and class. Any astute observer can learn a good deal from your actions and your comments."
VP of Human Resources
Alabama

"When I requested your assistance with an employee's executive finishing school, I expected you to be top-notch (based on your stellar reputation)
but you managed to exceed my already high expectations.

You are a remarkably talented and savvy business woman with whom I enjoy working, especially because you understand business, know the criticalness
of developing employees into ambassadors for themselves and their organization, and are so pleasant.

I appreciated your extreme diplomacy in relaying information to your client that they may not be ready to hear about the changes they need
to make, and your ability to persuade them to make the
necessary changes was remarkable."
VP of Human Resources
Texas