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Testimonials
Global Organization Consulting
As the Executive V.P. of Human Resources located in Paris, I had the functional leadership challenge of evolving an existing HR organization into an international team capable of meeting the professional challenges of a changing French global manufacturing business.
Based on the initial geographical challenges we faced, I engaged Norm Gauthier to provide organizational consulting support in the U.S. I knew he was someone I could work with and trust, especially in working remotely with me from Europe. His experience, allowed him to quickly assess what we had, the major challenges we faced, and helped identify step by step what needed to be done. He also helped define the needs in terms of skills and competencies required in building an effective international HR presence.
He used his business consulting experience and knowledge of HR practice to carefully focus on individual and collective development 'gaps' creating conditions that allowed team members to take risks, experience new roles and ...in the end take on more of a leadership position. During this change management process, he took on individual and team coaching assignments in support of several organizational initiatives. He also developed several international train-the-trainer development modules, linking each to the staged development and roll-out of critical management tools.
Results of the work… we now have a worldwide HR organization that uses the same processes and tools despite their location in the world, which is rare for a Global company. Our HR members are recognized by Business Unit management as professionals they involve early in the change process to provide advice and counsel. And, with the focus on developing leadership and accountability at the operational HR management level, the team now exercises a different level of problem solving and collaboration that requires less leadership time and involvement in decision making.
An outstanding work quality that is very effective…Norman respects the fine line between the 'decision maker' and the team - thus creating a challenging environment for the boss and a safe environment for the team to take on initiatives and risk - learning conditions that we needed.
—J. Dekker, Executive V.P., Human Resources,
Sperian Protection
"I was referred to Norman Gauthier in 1997 by my manager who was also a client of his. I had recently taken a challenging new position within a rapidly growing financial services company. In our first meeting I was amazed at how quickly Norm was able to identify certain behaviors and habits that were impeding success in my new role. We met on several occasions afterwards, following up on and tuning my professional development plan. I began to see results almost immediately, and today look back on this as a soul searching experience that helped charge my career for the next decade. I thoroughly enjoyed these meetings as well, and I know that many of my colleagues in the organization were also benefiting from Norm’s coaching.
I highly recommend Norm to organizations and professionals looking to maximize their potential and who are open to change and having an honest look at themselves. Over the last decade I have kept in touch with Norm. Over time I have observed how he is particularly in tune with how The Organization has evolved amid technological and other changes. He is also genuinely interested in my progress and seeing that I’m maintaining my edge. Whenever we get together, I always learn something new that helps me."
— Dan Doherty, Technical Director, Software Development
“I have known Norm Gauthier for some time now. For the past several years, I have had the opportunity to interact with a number of Norman’s clients. Right from the get go, it was obvious that his clients trust him and respect him. The clients I have had the opportunity to meet, have worked with him for a number of years, and have experienced a great deal of success in their individual businesses. Norman thinks out of the box and he truly believes that in order to make changes and address the challenges of today, you cannot use the same thought processes and actions that helped to create them. Norm has the ability to challenge your thinking in a way that causes you to consider alternative approaches to the obstacles in your business that produce the outcomes you’re looking for. I believe he is ONE OF A KIND… It is a privilege and a pleasure to know him as a friend and a colleague.”
— I. Chalif, Owner Atlantic Capitol Solutions
“Since meeting Norman in 1998 and having the luxury of working with him I have both flourished in my career and my personal life. Norman opened my eyes and made me aware of what was happening in my environment. He strengthened my leadership skills and boosted my confidence; as a result I have been promoted twice and recognized for executive training. Norman was able to quickly assess my business issue and using his many techniques would come up with the right solutions. As a result I was able to successfully rebuild two organizations focused on learning and development. Norman’s ability to quickly break down complex situations/issues and develop solutions is just amazing to me. I am grateful to have met and been coached by a highly skilled professional such as Norman. I continue to learn from him every time I converse with him. I do not believe I could have reached my potential today both personally and professionally without his guidance.
— L. Ranieri, Director, Technical Operations.
“I would like to take this time to Thank You for everything you’ve done for me. Without your objective analysis, coaching and contact referrals, I don’t think I would have had the confidence to follow the path I ended up following.”
— T. Reilly, Project Manager
“Norm guided me through a process of reorganizing my department in a way that engaged and energized the whole team. In many ways, I attribute much of my success as a manager to the lesssons that I learned from him. I learned through the insight he shared and coaching that he was truly interested in my success. His honest, tell it like it is approach, combined with his ability to impart his considerable knowledge using clear messages, was helpful in revealing my current (and hidden) strengths, and also come to grips with areas that need improvement.”
— A. Waples, Consulting Manager
I work for an Electrical Contracting business where I took part in the Customer Loyalty Training led by Norm Gauthier. I have been working in the customer service industry for over 20 years and felt I didn’t need this training. However, I ended up not only attending, but looking forward to every class. The experience taught me most importantly how to set, achieve and the importance of goals. The materials and the practical learning style helped me better understand my interaction with customers, my co-workers and my boss, not by just what I interpret, but with actual tools I learned and can apply every day, not only at my workplace, but also in my personal development.
— Heather, Twin City Electric & Alarms
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