What do real people say about leadership?
25 people recorded interviews about leadership across 16 organisations. 6 of them mentioned clearer systems and processes in their own words. The most common timeframe people described was 2 – 6 months. Every figure below is a count of what people said in their recorded interview — not a clinical trial or a survey.
First-hand accounts from people who talked about leadership in their recorded interview.
What people said changed
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
- Better systems6 of 25 mentioned it
“Until I can acknowledge that and recognize that, and realize what are the action steps that I need to make in order for me to be a better leader, to be more organized, to be more disciplined, to be a better time manag…”Matt Lucas
- Mental clarity6 of 25 mentioned it
“This is a book to show people how to actually make that happen and show you the process of, of doing that and how we really can focus our efforts, get rid of all the pollution, and really help people, young people, be…”Brian Miller
- More clients4 of 25 mentioned it
“Neil works with me as a person, not just as a client, and he does that better than anyone I’ve experienced.”Jared Koesten
- Team & hiring4 of 25 mentioned it
“The number one benefit that I've experienced as a result of working with a Remarkable Career is that they take the time and the effort to really get to know our business and find us phenomenal talent that fits the nee…”Adele Nasr
- Family & relationships3 of 25 mentioned it
“I have changed my relationship that I have with circumstances.”Justin Docherty
- Revenue growth3 of 25 mentioned it
“While working full time and doing other things, I was able to log on and learn various aspects of setting up a business from marketing to finance to... kind of sales calls, how to kind of build from the ground up.”Erem
- Felt supported2 of 25 mentioned it
“And so obviously, I made a decent amount of money from that connection that I made two years ago when I first started the job and fostered that connection over the years, which was really cool to then finally get her…”Steph
- Mood & stress1 of 25 mentioned it
“And so the biggest benefit is being able to clear out all of that emotional baggage that is there that perhaps you aren't even consciously aware of.”Brandy Cummings*
How long it took
- 2 – 6 months · 1
- Over a year · 1
Stories in this topic
Showing 12 of 25 interviews.
WatchOvercoming Personal Barriers to Achieve Professional Growth and Business ScalingMatt Lucas, a chiropractor, credits Darren Frank of Anima Strategy with shifting his business from a decade-long plateau into a phase of growth. By focusing on personal development, leadership, and time management, Lucas moved beyond 'coasting' to gain the co…Matt Lucas · Darren Frank
WatchActa Football Transformed My Son Into a Confident Field LeaderThomas Goodine reports that Acta Football exceeded expectations by transforming his son from a hesitant player into a confident leader who now commands the field. Through their mindset-focused methodology, his son Derek eliminated second-guessing and develope…Thomas Goodine · Acta Football
WatchGlobal Networking Leads to Life-Changing Tech Partnerships and 10X Community GrowthDeb King of Coach Training Campus reports that Jen Hill Tribe delivered life-changing business connections and global networking opportunities. Through the community, King discovered the Warmspace platform, where she became a master facilitator. She also expe…Deb King · Jen Hill Tribe
WatchMastering the Mental Framework to Handle Pressure and Achieve Success Beyond StatisticsBrian Miller, an airline pilot and veteran, credits Centerfield Coaching & Consulting for providing a mental framework to handle high-pressure environments. By focusing on process over outcome and 'success beyond statistics,' Miller learned to identify compet…Brian Miller · Centerfield Coaching & Consulting
WatchStrategic Growth Architect Gains Global Network and Mexico City Leadership RoleAlex Snider of Leaders Who Build credits Speakeasy Mastermind with providing a high-caliber, vetted global network of ambitious entrepreneurs. Beyond daily communication with new trusted peers, Snider achieved a significant strategic win by stepping into the…Alex Snider · Speakeasy Mastermind
WatchTransitioned from Corporate CHRO to Successful Consultant with Sales Confidence and Real ConversionsJared Koesten of Press Forward achieved a successful transition from corporate CHRO to independent consultant through Neal Conlon’s coaching. Koesten reported gaining the confidence to master sales and business development, resulting in substantive conversati…Jared Koesten · Press Forward
WatchAchieved Profitability and Successful Market Pivot Through Strategic ICP FocusLevin Wense utilized Miller Growth to transform a struggling go-to-market motion that had failed for three years. By identifying blind spots and committing to a hyper-focused ICP, Wense successfully pivoted his business into a new segment and moved the compan…Levin Wense · Miller Growth
WatchDr. Brandy Cummings Achieved Highest Grossing Revenue Month and Released Decades-Old TraumaDr. Brandy Cummings achieved her highest grossing revenue month in business after attending Yager Training Co. By utilizing their Modern NLP™ framework, she released decades-old childhood trauma that was impacting her professional and personal life. Cummings…Brandy Cummings* · Yager Training Co.
WatchOvercoming Hyperreactivity and Trauma Through Personalized Inner Strength and Physical TrainingHeather Jelinek achieved a profound transformation with Inner Victory Champions, LLC, moving from a state of constant hyperreactivity and trauma-induced stress to a calm, self-led life. Over 14 years of working with Accolon, she replaced self-doubt and overwh…Heather Jelinek · Inner Victory Champions, LLC
WatchCiviCo Launches Unified Web Presence to Drive Civic Engagement and GrowthDJ Whetter, CEO of CiviCo, partnered with Up with Ivy to transform their fragmented digital presence into a unified ecosystem. The new website provides a personalized 'front door' for users, successfully driving immediate engagement through event registration…DJ Whetter · Up with Ivy
WatchFrom Idea to a Three-Year Actionable Business Game Plan with FFBSEram Latif, CEO of Engagement Lab, credits Jessica Zweig’s Feminine Frequency Business School (FFBS) for transforming her business idea into a concrete reality. Latif developed a comprehensive three-year actionable game plan, mapped out month-to-month and qua…Erem · Jessica Zweig, Inc.
WatchFrom Restaurant Host to Successful Branch Manager Through Personal Growth and SalesSteph Helgeson transitioned from a low-earning restaurant host to a successful Branch Manager at Vector Marketing. She highlights the company's focus on personal growth and professional development, noting that she successfully fostered long-term customer con…Steph · Vector Marketing
What people were sceptical about first
- “He has a passion for the game, but there was always that little hesitation when he was able to go out there performance-wise, and probably just second-guessing his ability.”Thomas Goodine
- “Any hesitations that I might have had in the beginning is that I wasn't completely clear on what my outcome was going to be, what exactly the method of coaching that they used was. Deb and Brandon are amazing masters of communication, and when I went to my ve…”Brandy Cummings*
- “With this training now, I'm not battling myself as well as my other problems, whether they be self-doubt or feeling overwhelmed stress.”Heather Jelinek
Frequently asked
- Can a consultant help if they don't have experience in my specific industry?
- Matt Lucas noted that while Darren Frank did not have specific experience in chiropractic, he was very quick to learn the business and understand the major challenges Lucas was facing. This outside perspective allowed Darren to challenge Matt to look at things differently than his industry peers. — Matt Lucas
- Is business consulting worth it if I feel like I'm just coasting?
- Matt Lucas found that working with Darren helped him realize he was 'getting in his own way' after ten years of being established. The consulting provided the necessary action steps for better leadership and time management that he couldn't find through peer mentors. — Matt Lucas
- What is the time commitment for working with Darren Frank?
- Matt Lucas shared that he spent about a couple of hours with Darren every couple of weeks, which provided a comfortable space to discuss vulnerabilities and strategic business advice. — Matt Lucas
- Will my child connect with the coaches at Acta Football?
- Thomas Goodine noted that the coaches connected with his son immediately during the initial phone call. He observed a 'beautiful' bond and felt confident moving forward because the coaches are knowledgeable and speak the language of the players. — Thomas Goodine
- Does Acta Football provide support for parents of athletes?
- Yes, Thomas Goodine highlighted that the program included 'doable' work for him as a parent. This training focused on how to build better relationships with young athletes and provide the necessary psychological and emotional support. — Thomas Goodine
- Can Acta Football help a player who second-guesses themselves?
- According to Thomas Goodine, his son Derek previously struggled with hesitation and second-guessing his ability. After the program, he showed no hesitation and gained the confidence to command the field and direct his teammates. — Thomas Goodine