What People Say About Me and I didn't pay them a penny.
I was very impressed with your speech and would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone I come in contact with". Ian Jewell. http://www.shred4security.com/
“The first time I met Mandie I was captivated by her energy and enthusiasm. Having now met and worked together on several occasions I start to believe she runs on Duracells!
Mandie is a passionate and powerful communicator. She cares deeply about her clients and colleagues, always working tirelessly to deliver maximum value to everyone she engages with.
She has generously provided a platform for me to reach out and assist business women in the area. Through Mandie I have been able to forge all manner of interesting and rewarding business relationships that otherwise may have passed me by.
Mandie is a veritable power house in business networking and without wishing to pigeon hole her, she's a tremendous asset to business women in particular.
If you get the chance to talk to, learn from or to work with Mandie - do it.”Steve Clarke, Eureka Sales Solutions. Millionaire Mentor.
What has Mandie ever done for me???
Well, apart from the encouragement to stand up in front many strangers (soon to be friends) and chatter about my business, at a moments notice.. ooo scary but boy did I feel brilliant afterwards.
Then there is the behind the scenes help, like the way she will instinctively know who would be a great synergy for your business, and introduces you to each other.
And what about promoting my business even when I am not in the same room as her.
To running fantastic workshops, ones you want to attend, and she follows up to make sure you continue get the full benefit, even after the day.
To sum Mandie up - Committed to your business, Ever so friendly, Passionate about life
BWN - Refreshingly different type of networking.
Do I promote her to all the business women I network with, you bet I do. What do I like best about BWN? Come and go as I please, no pressure, can turn up when there is space in my working day. Choose when I go, which workshop will benefit me...make sure I get along to the ones that really do catch my imagination." Siobhan Parker, Utility Warehouse.
"I thoroughly enjoy attending Mandy's BWN events. She is an inspirational woman with drive, ambition and encouragement for all the ladies who attend her events. She is interested in the person behind the company. Through BWN I have met lots of interesting women and it has really helped my company grow so thank you!"
Service Category: Business Consultant
Year first hired: 2010 (hired more than once)
Top Qualities: Great Results, Personable, Good Value
Julie Binder, J Binder Design.
Mandie is a force to be reckoned with; she is motivated beyond normal parameters, well connected, energetic, brilliant at her job. Sue Cook,
"Mandie knows exactly what you need to do to get where your going. The appointments I have with her are always to the point and truthful! She inspires me every time I see or speak with her. To fulfil your goals and succeed in business, Mandie is the person that will get you there!" Louisa Goldstone, Wrap My Bar
Thank you for your advice last week- it has really helped me to get things cleared in my head.I think I had a very productive week-end. Many thanks again JM (Confidential)
"I've got plenty of customers at the moment! And it's mainly thanks to your help and guidance over the last few months that I'm now very busy. So many, many thanks. Mandie is an inspiration! She is very lively, very open and a great support. Mandie has helped me to focus on key areas and my business is growing steadily as a result." Tina Pitcher, Books and Accounts Ltd.
As a Speaker and Trainer in Success and Personal Development I come across a lot of “Life Coaches” and “Business Coaches” and to be honest I am often very disappointed, which was why the minute I met Mandie I took notice. Her confidence, passion and enthusiasm is obvious within seconds, and I became curious.
On speaking with Mandie I quickly discovered that not only did she have the presence and confidence in herself, she also has the knowledge and background to go with it. When I decided to run an all day seminar and needed a guest speaker to talk to my audience about coaching, Mandie was the obvious choice and she didn’t disappoint.
For me, Mandie has all the right personal and professional qualities I would expect in a coach, and that it is very rare to find in my experience.
Mark Rhodes, Speaker, Author & Trainer in Personal Success.
Mandie and I have had the privilege, and fun, of working together at a couple of day-long seminars. Her enthusiasm, humour, self-deprecation and sense of shared adventure are all infectious and, I can vouch, wholly genuine. If you're looking for someone who really understands the role of a personal or business coach, look no further. Colin McLean Presentation Works Ltd.
International author, Coach, and Writer Lynette Allen describes Coaching with Mandie Holgate as “Exceptional!”
Thank you for another extremely useful session. The bit where you say "and what else could you do", "and what else" , "and what else" and you keep on going until I am completely stumped, reminds me of the job interview that I had for my Management post at BT. They kept wanting more, more, more - but I got the job! I'm sure I'll crack this one very soon. Thank you for your persistence and patience.
Tina Pitcher - The Utility Warehouse."
“The first time I met Mandie I was captivated by her energy and enthusiasm. Having now met and worked together on several occasions I start to believe she runs on Duracells! Mandie is a passionate and powerful communicator. She cares deeply about her clients and colleagues, always working tirelessly to deliver maximum value to everyone she engages with. She has generously provided a platform for me to reach out and assist business women in the area. Through Mandie I have been able to forge all manner of interesting and rewarding business relationships that otherwise may have passed me by. Mandie is a veritable power house in business networking and without wishing to pigeon hole her, she's a tremendous asset to business women in particular. If you get the chance to talk to, learn from or to work with Mandie - do it.” June 29, 2010
Steve Clarke, , MD , Eureka Sales Solutions
“Mandie's enthusiasm is infectious to everyone who meets her. She is a creative business woman who is passionate about helping others follow her lead as she really walks her talk. In the coaching profession what better qualification can a Coach have! One thing I love about Mandie is her love for her husband and family and this creates a warmth around Mandy which I personally regard as beautiful. I would recommend anyone who is thinking of hiring a coach to get in touch with Mandie whether is was to advance your career or enhance your personal life” Sheila Steptoe
"One of the reason that I enjoyed being the proprietor of L.T.Bodyworks was because we were as dedicated to our staff and our suppliers as we were to our customers – Mandie helped us appreciate this and was excellent at ensuring we were always doing this to the best of ability"L.Timns
“Mandie is a very attentive listener and makes you think about what you need to do to put your life in order the way you want it to be. She asks very pertinent questions that make you think about the particular problem that you have asked her advice and guidance about. She is empathetic, sympathetic and has a good understanding of people. She is in effect a ‘people person’ – a very comforting and comfortable person to be around. ”
S.P, S.M.P Consultancy Ltd.
“I was keen to see the effect of the coaching in helping me to manage my time and immense workload. Since the course of coaching with Mandie I found that it has been easier to prioritise my work load and time and I am more confident. It has also ensured that I am less stressed. Thanks to the coaching I have come up with and implemented ideas to prevent distractions within the day e.g. the phone constantly ringing and feel that I am now working much more productively. Thank you again for your excellent coaching. It has really influenced and helped to change my attitude.”
R. T, Lloyds T.S.B
"Mandie has a great energy and rapport, is humorous in a down to earth, refreshing way, and a fab support."
Ruthie Collins, Women's Enterprise Ambassador, Founder Positiveworld Studios, author The Hip Girl's Guide to Being an Entrepreneur
"I would have no hestitation in recommending Mandie to anyone - she has a "can do" attitude and always delivers exceptional results."Clare Lauwerys, Postive Web
"Mandie has a unique style that ensures you always feel like you are the most important person in the world – A great place to create your goals from!"
K.W (Confidential)
"Thank you so much for your continued support, I really do appreciate it. I am busy putting on paper my business plan at the moment!!" Sophie Suley, Inspirations
"Thank you for your help at the Ask Vera training day. I appreciated your help and support. You kept the training flowing and gave people a bit of a push when they held back and your comments during the training were appropriate and helped explain and put items into perspective. I hope that we can work together again. Many thanks."
Phil Lee, Ask Vera
"I have been having coaching with Mandie for 6 months and it has been really helpful and very encouraging. It has improved my confidence and self esteem. Through the coaching I have successfully set up my business. Coaching with Mandie has been great for my personal life, and for my wellbeing and personal acheivements. I would recommend it to everyone as there are a lot of negative things that hold us back and I can say it has been a really positive experience."
Hayley Gladwell, Mehalah Beauty.
I have met Amanda at events and spoken to her several times over the phone, she is an amazing person and professional, full of energy and tenacity to follow her passion which is her career, always ready to help who needs a word of guidance, she is an example to follow for every one.
Monica Luz http://www.theclosetmakeover.co.uk/
Just to thank you for today - a great session with two most informative speakers. And another very good lead! I really do enjoy these meetings, and know I will more as I get to know more people properly.
Loess Overbury-Tapper, MSWW, BA Will Writer.
"I've known Mandie for over a year and never fail to be impressed by her enthusiasm and dynamics, someone you want on your side."