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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

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Showing 12 of 25 interviews.

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

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