NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL PILOT

What type of impact will this training program have on your personal, work and family life?

“It will add to my understanding of principles for success in life.”

“The training is already having an impact on my life – specific goal setting, focused strategies for success, self affirmations, and awareness of a lot of my strengths on others!”

“I will try to set more personal goals and to read more – am already listening to CDs (motivational) as a result of attending.”

“Positive impact – will use motivational quotes to remind me of focusing on skills and achieving goals.”

“Have already spoken about some aspects with my family – very positive. Work; will depend on NCC’s decisions to take forward.”

How could this workshop benefit teachers?

“Very beneficial for professional development – even if they did not apply it.”

“Personally – by giving them an opportunity to think differently & work for their own success.”

“Helping them to see how raising self-esteem in young people is everyone’s job and how helping young people to set goals and review progress will help them to achieve.”

“Relationships with colleagues, goal setting, task orientation.”

“Yes, it could though I believe that the training would have to understand the ‘culture’ of teachers & their challenges and skills.”

How could this workshop benefit parents?

“By giving an understanding of behaviour and how to develop it.”

“Self-esteem, motivation. Realising the positive affect they can have on the success of their children and their negative messages they may be giving unintentionally.”

“I can see some parents attending/participating enthusiastically but the ‘hard to reach’ parents are the ones who would benefit but many would find it challenging.”

“It would give them an opportunity to think differently and work for their own success. Also, to offer them support and increase self-esteem, enabling them to increase emotional literacy.”

“Very useful – could be delivered alongside other courses currently running.”

How could the continuous use of this program benefit students and their future?

“I would see great benefits – as part of PSHE / C curriculum.”

“Increase self-confidence, set goals and develop skills.”

“By instilling a way of thinking and self-belief from their early years in school and teaching them how to improve.”

“I believe this program would be extremely useful in giving individuals the strategies they need for success and the skills to achieve their goals.”

“By supporting and encouraging them to be the very best they can be.”

What other comments do you have about this seminar?

“The seminar was very valuable; it developed insights, provided information, modelled learning and encouraged participants to think deeply about themselves.”

“The Strategies for Success – i can training was motivating, effective and inspirational.”

“I really enjoyed it and benefited from it – yes.”

“I can recommend this seminar to anyone who is interested in improving their personal success and gaining insight into how goal setting can lead to life improvement!”

“A very useful, realistic package – all about life skills that we all need!”

My overall rating of the seminar ………………  Very high (96%)

My overall rating of the facilitator …………….  Very high (100%)

The Workshop was applicable to my needs...............................................   Strongly Agree (100%)

Some of the ‘verbal’ comments;

“The content is extremely important for all to learn.”

“Teachers must go through the workshop for the resource to be used effectively.”

“How do we get parents to attend?”

“The difference of this workshop from others is the engaging activities and games and, most importantly, the reflection on real life of each activity.”

“It would be great if the NCC would fund a trial in a community.”

YJB YOT and ISSP TEAMS’ MANAGEMENT 

"Strategies for Success and i can modules are excellent resources to motivate and encourage both staff and young people to achieve.”

“Since receiving the training I have been able to observe a positive change in the team.”

“This increased level of motivation and positivism coupled with the i can materials has increased our effectiveness in engaging young people and motivating them to succeed with their Intensive Supervision and Surveillance Program.

I would recommend the S4S training and the i can module to anyone whose role involves working with disaffected young people or managing a social care team."   Paul Brownlee, North of the Tyne ISSP Manager

“I felt extremely privileged to have done this course twice. I should feel ashamed if I don’t put it into practice, it is EXCELLENT. I want all our staff to do it.” – June 2006 - Deb Royston, YOS Cumbria Performance Manager

“This is an ideal opportunity for a Team who want to achieve but have got into a ‘RUT’’ of conventional thinking and doing.” – June 2006 – Anonymous

“It is excellent.. Money and more importantly, time well spent. This course in one go can help the self, the clients, and our service. I intend for us to run this with as many people as we can”. Deborah Royston, Performance Manager – Cumbria YOS

“I certainly would recommend this program to others because it offers an opportunity for individuals to take stock, identify goals & personal aims, probably a happier future.”  Rob Cartner, ISSP Co-ordinator – Cumbria YOS

“I would highly recommend the program as it gives the whole package of theory, practical and evidence based techniques to improve all areas of life.Very worthwhile and inspirational.” Paul Surtees, Deputy Co-ordinator, Tees Valley ISSP

YJB’s YOT and ISSP TEAMS’ STAFF

“A very worthwhile experience which has given me a lift and helped me take stock of a difficult situation with application of the concepts i can approach individuals/team differently.” (Paul Surtees)

“This course has had a huge impact on the way I think, about myself and others.” (Michelle Nockles)

“Very interesting, easy to understand the way it was presented.” (Anonymous)

“I have found the seminar truly inspirational – I feel as if my eyes have been opened to my own life.” (Tanya Wardell)

“This is the first course which I have attended in my career that is for me!” (Dawn Todd)

“This has been one of the best training courses that I have been on. This will help me to do a better job working with young people to see that they have choices in life.” (Hartlepool YOS)

“Very educational, excellent course.” (Tina McGrother)

“I have enjoyed learning about myself and the difference I can make to others. I enjoyed the seminar.” (Gary Hancock)

“An excellent seminar, a must for all individuals concerned with their personal development.” (Henry Onojaife)

“Very motivational – I feel inspired to do well both at work and at home.” (Victoria Mitton)

“Inspirational and effective.” (Alastair Romanes)

“Very well presented and delivered. Good use of materials.”  (Paul Brownlee)

“What can I say, fascinating stuff. I promise myself I will use this in my life, very inspirational.” (Lee Elwood)

“A good insight into personal & team goals and strategies to achieve.”  (John Zajac)

Evaluation Feedback

Q: What were the skills/behaviour you will develop and/or use at work following what you have learnt in the training? Please list three.

“I will try to be more self aware and be more receptive to the needs/aspirations of team members and set myself some goals with smart objectives.” (Paul Surtees)

“Positive attitude, sincere praise, knowledge.” (Ramaz Hameed)

“Not to just think of others but focus on how others work.” (Sheelagh Gillespie)

“I intend to train myself to think more positively; I will acknowledge my own positive traits based on my achievements; I will try to enhance my relationships at work as well as concentrating on work.” (Ruth Bellas)

“Compassion of wanting to do the best in my role.” (Michael Farquarson)

“Look more at positives instead of negatives; appreciate myself and my skills more; appreciate team work more.” (Graham Booth)

“Being more responsive to the needs of Young Offenders; listening more carefully to their aspirations/goals; helping them to achieve more effectively.” (Jim Lince)

“Positive thinking – the appreciation that all colleagues are human and have feelings; to encourage team work & discourage negativity about each other within the team.” (Tanya Wardell)

“Other colleagues behavioural styles; not to criticise but do something about it instead; help others to help myself.” (Dawn Todd)

“Listen more to others; …; be part of a team to make work/job better.” (Hartlepool YOS)

“Prioritising my work; time management; less time in the office more out with young people.” (Anonymous)

“Better listening; better communication; try and better read other personality types.” (Scott Garrick)

“To be more patient with others; discipline & its value; plan for goals.” (Michelle Verdi)

“An i can attitude; understanding my role in the team and of my team’s roles.” (Victoria Mitton)

“To smile more; understand where other people may be coming from according to their DiSC; enhanced motivation in my work with young people .” (Sharlene Knight)

“Motivational; valuing team members; prioritising.” (Alastair Romanes)

“Developing relationships socially and professionally; not to give up; goal setting.” (Steve Cornwall)

“Communication; listening; dedication.”(Anonymous)

“Recognise my colleagues different personalities and how this awareness can benefit the team’s productivity; positive thinking.” (Julie Wigham)

“To smile more; to be more tolerant towards my manager – not criticise; to be proactive in my thinking.” (Lee Elwood)

“Talk to myself daily; be more understanding of my colleagues; strive to do a better job.”  (Len Dixon)

Q: How will you use what you have learned in this workshop to benefit Young Offenders?

“To try and resolve differences in the team so we can be working towards the same goals/objectives/targets.” (Paul Surtees)

“The identification of skills young people have and the setting of their goals.” (Ramaz Hameed)

“Support staff, make more time for them.” (Sheelagh Gillespie)

“I will continue to work as I do but will incorporate fresh ideas and concepts into my sessions with them.” (Ruth Bellas)

“Be positive, be patient, let them see it don’t matter how small something is, they can be successful.” (Michelle Farquarson)

“I will try and help case managers be more focused when times are hard.” (Michelle Nockles)

“I will be more aware of YO learning styles and tailor my work accordingly.” (Graham Booth)

“Good impact – several ideas on how to engage learners. Interpersonal relationships with colleagues.” (Steven Mole)

“I will keep in mind that they need to learn/be reminded of their own individual qualities and strengths, and that they can develop beyond their perceived social label. Also, that rehabilitation is not all about correcting what is wrong but developing what is right about them.” (Tanya Wardell)

“If you think you can, you can. Build on what they do well, promote this and encourage.” (Dawn Todd)

“Give them a chance and encouragement to see that they can do the thing they want in life to improve.” (Harlepool YOS)

“I will give YOs confidence in themselves  - that you can do anything if you try.” (Tina McGrother)

“To try and let them identify the qualities that they do have enabling them to have a more positive outlook on life.” (Katrina Byers)

“Hopefully by letting them see what skills/behaviours they have within themselves, so they can use it to improve their lives. To be appositive role model.” (Nikki Hunt)

“The pack is a good tool to use within groups – Young People friendly.” (Anonymous)

“Help them to look more at setting goals and giving them confidence; showing them that they can do what they need to do to achieve in life.” (Anonymous)

“Try and make them realise that everyone can develop skills to make them successful no matter who you are.” (Eilidh Mietelska)

“To help them realise that they can achieve. Help them change their perception of themselves.” (Gary Hancock)

L+SC EVALUATION FEEDBACK

1. What were the skills/behaviour you will develop and/or use at work following what you have learnt in the training? Please list three.

“I will use the qualities of success to help with work and home life. The resources will be extremely useful as will some of the stories.” (Karen Nichols)

“Managing of and strategies to deal with others behaviour.” (Harriet Cole)

“Respond to learners’ problems with a different view and to amend actions points in my teaching methods.” (Steve Levett)

“I will be more compassionate, try to see other people’s points of view + hopefully motivate the learners more towards succeeding.” (Stacey Lynn)

“Listening. Patience. Perseverance” (Christine Peddie)

“Remain positive and don’t wonder why I’m the only one doing it if that’s what it seems like” (Pat Nellest)

“Identify the barriers and how to overcome them.” (Des King)

“A more holistic plan so really useful for our learners.” (Martin Wilson)

“Building confidence when training and how to deal with negative people.” (Alison Montague)

“To be more open to others views.” (Arthur Spanton)

“Motivate and encourage the boss.” (Sandy Duff)

“Go for my ideas even when everyone else tells me not to. Positive attitude and belief in my thoughts actions.” (Lindsey Johnson)

“Give learners more time, use correct language.” (Mark Thompson)

“Encouraging learners to be more positive, forward thinking and self-confident.” (Lynsey Carragher)

“Different approaches to training. Elevate the regimental approach to training. Discover everyone has a skill to develop.” (Dave Wilson)

“Motivation, Organisation and Goals.” (Carole Grey)

“A more positive forward thinking approach, to be more considerate of fellow profiles, and a more enthusiastic and engaged delivery style.” (Dennis Heaney)

“Begin to see the positive sides to negative situations. The kick the cat theory will remain implanted – Thank you.” (Lorna Bland)

“To be more decisive and listen more to others. To believe in myself and the, I will achieve the goals I set.” (Georgina Harding)

“To in-still in young learners the i can do. To be more interactive. To encourage learners to be positive and see potential.” (Joyce Sinclair)

“Making me assess the things I need to work on. An understanding of different behaviours at work.  Understanding the strategies needed for success.” (Helen Stuart)

2. What type of impact will this training have on your personal, business and family life?

“This training will enable me to understand learners needs better and how to hopefully guide them onto the right track by interacting with them more.” Gordon Jacobs)

“Loads! I felt totally different after 1 day, but even better after 3.” (Lindsey Thornton)

“It will have a big affect on my training programme and also my methods of communications to ALL learners, family and colleagues.” (Steve Levett)

“Enormous – it will affect everything to a degree.” (Victoria Rivett)

“Massive, huge. If this is the only training course I ever go on from today I know I would of learnt what I need to succeed.” (Pat Nellest)

“Will get to me to review my teaching methods to incorporate the skills from this programme.” (Des King)

“Passion.” (Martin Wilson)

“Good impact – several ideas on how to engage learners. Interpersonal relationships with colleagues.” (Steven Mole)

“I will be a more enthusiastic and positive person. I will be able to achieve my objectives and goals.” (Karen Nichols)

“Makes me realise I should appreciate peoples differences and stop getting annoyed by them.” (Lindsey Johnson)

“Family – gain insight into family dynamics. Business – to be the best I can. Personal – to be determined to reach goals.” (Michele Collings)

“It has made me set goals in both my career and family life.” (Pauline Welch)

“It will help me have a different outlook and understand that goals and dreams are achievable.” (Dave Wilson)

“I feel more determined now to do all the things I really should have already started.” (Megan Rutherford)

“Greater than at work, more applicable.” (Mark Thompson)

“Personal – appreciation, openness. Business – Motivation to do better. Family life – open, appreciation, time management.” (Christina Saunders)

“It will have a big impact on my personal business plans and self development.” (Geoff Scott)

“Inspirational to me and I will pass on the skills etc to my own children and learners.” (Helen Egan)

“This training has had a huge impact on me the person.  I intent to stop smoking, set goals (business and personal) and get happy.” (Susan Hopper)

“A more focused, motivated person with established aims.” (Karim Abbas)

“Opened my eyes.  It is a life changing program and I had to sit back and reflect on myself past, present and future goals.” (Alan Shore)

3. Would you recommend this program to others?

“Certainly. I wish some of our managers would come onto the course. They would learn a lot of interesting things.” (Gordon Jacobs)

“I believe all our staff should have the opportunity to follow this course, it is a valuable life experience.” (Judith Dennington)

“Yes – first training course of this type I have found useful and will apply knowledge.” (Harriet Cole)

“Yes. Mainly to managers.” (Carol Mack)

“Yes, without hesitation. Everyone I know should go on it.” (Victoria Rivett)

“Without a doubt. I feel that I have become part of an established team and I’ve only known these people for 3 days.” (Christine Peddie)

“I would like to see my managers attend this programme.” (Des King)

“Yes, definitely. Think it should be done at an early stage so kids can develop skills that they seem to be sadly lacking at the moment. This would give them so much more confidence in their abilities and would help them achieve so much more. Not many people can keep my attention for 7 hours a day for 3 days but this managed to do it.” (Lindsey Johnson)

“Everyone – starting with management – MDs etc.” (Sharon Makepiece)

“Yes, this was a very enjoyable course.” (Olwyn Dodds)

“Yes definitely.”  (Pauline Welch)

“Certainly, a combined management/employee course would be most useful.” (Alan Graham)

“Yes – all training organisations should undertake this program to help them understand goals and how to set them.” (Anon)

“Absolutely YES and I intend to do so for the benefit of Springboard.” (Susan Hopper)

“Yes, those within E2E, support roles, counsellors etc.” (Martin Amer)

“Definitely! It is and will be very beneficial.” (Kat Nicholson)

“Strongly, everyone will benefit from this program.” (Denis Heaney)

“Definitely and will be doing so.” (Christina Saunders)

4. What other comments do you have about this seminar?

“The course should be compulsory for all trainers. Fantastic!” (Alison Monague)

“To thank Suhan for a great 3 days. I was a bit apprehensive about attending but very pleased I did. I will attend refresher courses in the future. Thank you for everything.” (Gordon Jacobs)

“Just a huge Thank You for helping to re-motivate me to look back on my wish list and start to work at completing.” (Helen Egan)

“A must for any trainer dealing with challenging behaviour.” (Martin Wilson)

“Excellent! Valuable – positive yet makes you look at improvement areas.” (Harriet Cole)

“That it was the most interesting and had the most impact of anything I’ve ever been on.” (LindseyThornton)

“A massive ‘thank you’.” (Victoria Charlton)

“Thoroughly enjoyed the seminar. Quotes and examples helped learning and were relevant.” (Richard Waters)

“I am extremely pleased I was invited to attend. I would jump at the opportunity to attend further courses.” (Karen Nichols)

“I am so pleased that I have had the opportunity to attend this seminar. I have gained so much. Thank you.” (Stacey Lynn)

“DiSC training would be fascinating for the whole organisation (if they would agree to it). Would be very useful to help everyone work together.” (Lynsey Carragher)

“An excellent course delivered by a very nice guy with enthusiasm.” (Dave Wilson)

“All facilitators demonstrated enthusiasm, motivation and belief” (Jenny Hutchinson)

“The activity box and instructions is an excellent idea, and I will work well with it back at sessions with my young learners” (Carole Grey)

“I found it eye opening, very relevant to my plans, especially career plans.  How to prioritise and set realistic and achievable GOALS!!!” (Geoff Scott)

“Very helpful, I feel every employee should be able to participate in this course.” (Kate Lilley)

“I have really enjoyed the 3 days – this is the most useful course I have ever been on and I will never forget it. Thank You.” (Susan Hopper)

“It exceeded my expectations.” (Martin Amer)

“Valuable information gained and new insight into myself and confidence.  Very enjoyable relaxed atmosphere.” (Dawn Scott)

“Super fantastic excellent.” (Joyce Sinclair)

L+SC Tyne & Wear Providers that participated in/used the programme

 

NTTS BASE Springboard ETEC NEETA Oakfield Solutions Barnardos

Milltech Tyneside F Oakfield YMCA Protocol Skills ACE 2000 Pathways to Work

Palmersville NYA Riverside Team Wearside NACRO The BASE Northumbria Youth Action

NECC Rathbone South Tyneside MBC B-Skill Development Training DRI

 

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