"It occurs to me that you may not fully appreciate how much it has meant to me that you have provided these opportunities.  I would really like for you to know that you have been very instrumental in helping me make my dreams a reality.  There's not much more one can give another person.  Thank you, Marshall." -- san diego businessman

"Things are much better.  I've noticed a marked improvement." –  CEO, international aerospace company

"...services were simply superb.  What really impressed us was how much you knew about situations we thought only we knew and faced.  It was a real stress-reliever to have you on our side.  Dr. Colt, in particular, seemed to have a sixth sense about people, the difficulties we faced and how to alleviate them with no fuss or angst.  We more than got our money's worth.  Brilliant work!" –  The St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Company

"Marshall, first it was a pleasure meeting you in Paris this week. I found I got a lot out of the meeting and think I’ll enjoy working with you as well. The meeting provoked a lot of thought, particularly of what I wanted to do after my learning period. Upon further reflection, I know I am more interested in…and want to focus my attention there.  Well, before I do that, you’re the coach, what do you think?  Look forward to working with you." –  MBA, Ph.D. investment banker, France

"As a result of his keen insight, articulate manner, and extensive experience, [Dr. Colt] made a significant contribution to the success of this program." –  Xerox International Center for Training and Management Development, Virginia

"I have found the coaching sessions to be invaluable, although not necessarily in the way I had expected them to be.  I thought time management would be my biggest challenge, but it's not - it's PEOPLE management, including managing my own habits and tendencies.  Our sessions have helped me learn how to step back, look at an issue, break it down in a way that identifies all the surrounding issues involved, address those issues, then put it back into a "whole" that can be approached logically.  And I'm learning this in a way that helps me address many situations, not just the situation at hand.  You're not heavy on the "homework," so the sessions don't become another thing I have to "do."  They're just helpful, and I always walk away with homework anyway - but it's homework I use in the course of doing my work.  The couple of lists you originally asked me to prepare were good disciplines without being oppressive.  You are very accurate in your perceptions and get to the point quickly, without apology or judgment - just the facts, ma'am.  You have provided me with the proverbial "constructive criticism" in each session, and you don't sugar coat your delivery - which I like.  If there's something to be addressed, you say so.  But, you have never made me feel that I messed up or couldn't achieve what is needed to move forward.  Also - and this is really helpful - you bring up things that I should be concerned with, but don't necessarily ask about or pay attention to - such as the time you brought up the social implications of this promotion.  You also made sure that I was paying attention to how the rest of the management team perceives me, and how the rest of the team would define my success or failure.  I'd give you two thumbs up, and have already gotten approval from [Name] for the next quarter's sessions." –  VP of Marketing, financial institution, Florida

"I spoke with [Name].  She also indicated this has been a wise investment.  Thanks for all you've done for [Company]." –  Director, Human Resources

"[We] were very impressed with you [Dr. Colt].  ...you were by far and away the most professional and the most helpful." –  Managing Partner, law firm

"You simply have a knack for this kind of work...a track record of accomplishment and results that is stellar." –  President, The Joshua Wayne Companies, Inc.

"Thanks again for some great work last week.  It was an awesome, awesome first step to some good stuff." & "Thanks for some great work once again today.  Your participation is making  more of an impact than you'll know." –  VP / CFO, telecommunications company

"Dr. Colt is exceptionally adept...expertly initiated the dialogues necessary for progress, bringing pertinent players 'to the table' in a spirit of cooperation, while minimizing parochialism and fear, via his considerable management consulting skills.  Absolutely outstanding." –  U.S. Forces Europe Command Surgeon, Germany

"...uncompromising dedication to fairness and ethical behavior." –  President, Corlyx Corporation

"[Dr. Colt's] performance was absolutely outstanding as he diligently and diplomatically... held meetings with high level military and civilian officials at U.S. Embassy-Panama; U.S. Agency for International Development; Joint Task Force-Panama; ...and the Panama Canal Treaty Implementation Center to research, define and create an agreement coordinating humanitarian and civil assistance to the people and government of Panama." –  U.S. Army General, Panama

"The sense one gets...is one of respect for Dr. Colt's personal integrity and a genuine liking of him as a person.   His sense of humor, down to earth manner of relating, his sensitivity, and his genuine interest in others were all much appreciated, not just by [us] but by his co-workers and colleagues as well." –  VA Medical Center, california

"Thanks for the session on Friday.  You’re a good listener and made some good suggestions.  I think I have a handle on the direction that I should go.  Of course I expect this new path to evolve and mutate over the coming months as I gain more insight about my likes and dislikes." –  Entrepreneur, california

"Marshall: I hope you had a great trip abroad.   Although we would hate to have you away from our finger tips." –  CEO, telecommunications company

 

"Dr. Colt, thank you for all your help.  I feel so much better - healthier - balance.  The pit of emotional problems seemed like a mountain that i would never overcome.  Now I have hope.  A lot of hope that I can find my way.  Awards are nice.  Especially the Managing Director of the year award...but I'm actually happier about my personal growth in the past year.  I couldn't have done it without you." –  Managing Director, Seattle
 

"...coaching continues to exceed my expectations.  I believe that I am better managing my leadership skills and that I am working at higher levels as a direct results of Marshall's coaching....he has the ability to read people, and pinpoint issues that are staring you in the face but you may not recognize or want to recognize.  And he presents his suggestions very directly, but in a nonthreatening manner  --  Director of Communications, international aerospace company