What People Say
and Case Studies
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There are three powerful lessons at the heart of the success of my clients
and that hold true for the most profitable and successful businesses:
1. They put their people first and ensure they are working in the right roles for them.
2. They have strong processes that make it simple for their people to bring the best version of themselves to their work every day.
3. They view profit as an outcome of being remarkable at both of the above.
Darren was faced with serious challenges in sustaining desired growth. He ended up exceeding his best case desires.
You can read Darren's full case study below. It's a great example of how I’ve worked with people like him and you to transform their businesses and reach their goals. Inside the Remarkable Workplaces book, which you can download with my compliments here, there are further case studies.
Case Study - Darren
Situation
Faced with serious challenges in sustaining desired growth and profitability Darren decided in 2015 to review every aspect of his business with my help.
It became clear at the outset that Darren’s good reputation in the communities in which he operates were a key factor to his past success. It was also clear that this could be leveraged better.
Challenges
A new franchise had just been purchased, there were rental agency changes and staff attitudes and therefore performance were inconsistent.
The consequences of these were a drop in desired profitability.
Solution/s Story and Result/s and Value
Everyone’s role was reviewed and clarified with individuals.
One consequence was a revelation that some key processes needed upgrading to both better enable people to fulfill their roles and also make interactions and transactions with customers simpler.
Improvements in standard operating policies, procedures and practices followed, checklists were introduced as was better use of technology e.g. Google docs
Now four years later Darren has doubled the size of his business, is sustaining good profits, plus employee and customer experience have reached industry enviable levels.
The above has all been achieved while moving to a much large premises at the main branch as well as opening two further branches.
At the start of 2015 it became clear on the road ahead for my business we were facing some serious challenges.
We had just purchased the Budget franchise and were experiencing inconsistent business results, some big rental agency changes, and some poor staff attitudes had crept in.
I had heard Ian speak at a function in 2014 and I had been impressed with the message of his talk that day.
Ian has worked as a mentor to me ever since. He also runs sessions and works 1:1 with my staff.
We continue to make small yet significant shifts in how we conduct our business that make a significant difference with my key people, how we work, and to our results.
Darren Rix
Franchisee Avis Ballarat & Western Victoria, Budget Ballarat & Bendigo
Ian adds value & depth to structure, people development, meetings and conversations. Mentoring sessions are always enlightening and solutions based. For any business that is needing to thrive through change, Ian can offer a range of tools to support this with a humanised approach.
Narelle Mason
Manager Wendouree Centre Performing Arts
We have had some great presentations at our breakfasts, and your presentation was one of the very best ever.
Malcolm White
Managing Director, Communicat
Over the past couple of years, Ian has provided a space for deep personal connection, exploration and conversation in a safe environment to discover heart connection, leading from the heart and owning your voice. Ian's superpower is that he shows a deep care for participants as they navigate through life, which is displayed in so many ways. I would like to think that I emulate and practise these virtues myself on a daily basis.
Dr Simone Boer
Neurocoach using brain hacks to get you unstuck in your career
As a mentor to me and my family members who lead and manage our businesses Ian Berry has made a significant difference to our personal and business success including our 570% growth in just under 5 years.
Peter Taylor
CEO Townsend Building Services
I have had the privilege to work with Ian Berry within a peer group and I always came away feeling fed and nourished. Like going home for a cooked meal. Why? Because Ian’s approach is heart-centred. His groups provide a safe place to share thoughts and ideas where you come away feeling listened to, encouraged and inspired to take that next step. He is a gifted facilitator who provides clear and guided conversations. Ian has years of experience and wisdom which he shares generously and thoughtfully – he’s the kind of person I always want to be in the room with.
Jacquie Landeman
Customer Service RepresentativeNew Zealand Finance Ltd
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Ian for close to two years in one-on-one and group settings. Ian’s unconventional in his approach (refreshing!) but works to a brilliantly simple yet powerful philosophy that centres around our experiences as human beings (shocking I know!!). He’s a purpose and values-driven mentor and team builder who I’d recommend to anyone.
Chris Pike
General Manager – Culture & Community, Surf Coast Shire Council
I have known and worked with Ian for over 11 years since he first facilitated a Strategy Event with our UK Executive Committee.
Ian has steadfast values and principles that it is only through engaging sincere connections with people that we can lead, inform and serve our teams and communities.
Ian regularly challenges our actions and assumptions to encourage us to trust ourselves as well as trust our teams. Leadership is a privilege bestowed on us by others, and our focus should be centred on serving people in the best interests of such individuals and the entire group. I truly value Ian's input and regular engagement.
Terry Mc Givern
Regional Managing Director (CEE ME APAC)
Conversation with peers every Monday is a great way to start each week. Ian has a wonderful, heartfelt way of making you ask just the right questions of yourself and then listening to your heart. In doing so you formulate a pathway towards discovering the best version of yourself and taking action accordingly.
Paul Schmeja
when CEO - Primepoint Global (dba First Contact)
Meeting and working with Ian has completely changed my perspective on leadership. Appreciating people, enhancing their gifts and thinking in possibility are some of the changes he has taught me. Ian has had a significant impact on how I approach my work.
Donovan Ryan, Chief Information Officer, NDIS Commission