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The following testimonials are mostly as provided through LinkedIn from some of my connections and can be also seen here.
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25 November 2013 Amy Lowe, NSW State Manager, Consult Australia Facilitation and Presentations I worked with Peter on the redevelopment of a young professionals leadership course, where he also presented a number of sessions. The service received was much more than expected. Peter goes that 'extra mile', he is down to earth, personable and knows his stuff. He is knowledgeable in many areas and ensures you receive up to the minute advice. I would highly recommend Peter to anyone seeking coaching or an engaging presenter for their next conference. 
13 September 2013 Graeme Reid, Executive Coach and former KPMG Partner Coaching and Presentations Peter is an experienced coach and an expert in using digital media to stay connected, raise your profile and grow your business. We share a similar background in professional services and I have found his insights into the coaching world very useful. He is also an interesting and insightful presenter. 
14 January 2013 Rodney Pratt, Structural Engineer, Northrop Consulting Career Coaching I have found that Peter was thought-provoking in his questioning and helpful and constructive in his advice. I have certainly benefited from my time with Peter and recommend him to those seeking some stimulating and challenging conversations about their career. 
8 January 2013 Peter Dunphy, General Manager, Western Sydney Business Connection Career Coaching Peter exemplifies coaching capability through positive engagement be it one-on-one or in group sessions, thereby empowering those with whom he interacts to adapt to change in a meaningful and constructive manner. 
13 July 2012 Craig Banning, CEO, Navwealth Business Coaching & Facilitation  Peter is currently the Chairman of Our Advice Board. We are an integrated advice business across Accounting and Wealth Management with 5 equity partners. Peter does a great job making sure all equity partners remain aligned to the Vision of the business. Peter also provides fantastic input as an external expert on issues he sees within the business that need attention. I certainly recommend Peter for this role if you need a Chair for your advice board who has a deep understanding of business and people.  
27 March 2012 Pauline Gregg, General Manager - Environment, Telstra Executive Coaching Peter has been my trusted Executive Coach for more than three years and I hope this continues for the length of my career. He is a superb adviser and sounding board who not only has a deep understanding of business but also appreciates the intricacies of the workplace - his counsel is wise and adept. His integrity and sensible advice is worth gold to me 
2 February 2012 Philip Anderson, Chief Risk Officer, Norfolk Group Career Coaching Peter is by far the best career coach I have worked with. He is a superb listener, highly intelligent and creative thinker, insightful and a great motivator. He has assisted me in a positive and profound way and I regard him as an invaluable colleague. I would not hesitate to recommend him. 
30 January 2012 Gary Moore, CEO, Homelessness NSW Career Coaching Peter is an excellent executive coach -very thoughtful, highly engaged, crtically astute and wonderfully supportive 
28 November 2011 Tim Hicks, Marketing Manager/Executive Coach Career Coaching I found Peter to be an enthusiastic, professional, and highly knowledgeable trainer, facilitator and executive coach 
23 November 2011 John Pearson, Coordinator, Manufacturers Connection, Western Sydney Business Connection Facilitation & Presentation Peter has great depth of knowledge, on leadership in management and employee engagement. He recently presented and held a roundtable, covering many issues, with our Manufacturers Connection at Resmed, in Norwest Business Park. Excellent content Peter and thanks!. 
23 May 2011 Mark Fowler, General Manager Retail, Campus Experience, Macquarie University Facilitation The facilitator was well prepared. Peter met with the organisation on multiple occasions before the workshop to understand the brief to make sure it was presented accurately. Peter's presentation style was fluent and had a down to earth feel which made it easy for everyone to understand. 
12 May 2011 Dr Robert Daniels, CEO, Elastagen Pty Ltd Executive Coaching I had the pleasure of receiving coaching from Peter over a 6 month period as Elastagen successfully completed its first in man clinical trial and began transitioning from an early stage research company to a clinical stage product development company fully engaging with partners and mapping out a path to product launch. I found Peter to be challenging, engaging and innovative in his approach and he helped me greatly on a personal level to develop more effective communication strategies for each of the broad range of stakeholders with which we are now engaged. I wouldn't hesitate to hire Peter again. 
2 May 2011 Marie Birtles, HR Manager, Novartis Animal Health Facilitation Peter is a refreshing corporate coach and approaches each challenge/assignment as a business partner. My audiences find him pragmatic, clear, challenging and commercial in his approach. he has quickly gained the respect of our key executive team and they welcome his input and advice. 
12 October 2010 Kelly Moore, Human Resources Director, Mallesons Stephen Jaques Career Coaching I have had the privilege of engaging Peter as an executive coach over the last 12 months and cannot speak highly enough of the excellent support and guidance he has provided during this period. Peter is pragmatic, honest and direct. He pushes you out of your comfort zone and is prepared to ask the tough questions. He combines this with excellent listening skills and a terrific ability to help you to understand your strengths and build confidence. His understanding of technology and how to make the most out of social media is outstanding. I would recommend Peter to all executives. 
22 June 2010 James Keene, Head of International Partnerships and Business Development, Macquarie University Career Coaching I have had the pleasure and value of Peter's guidance and advice for two years, and from a variety of different perspectives. Each time, Peter has been a careful listener, valuable explorer of key issues, and consequently provided sound and effective advice which has helped me navigate my career successfully, and subsequently add value in my current role which I had not previously considered. 
4 January 2010 John Hannelly, Owner, People Transform Success Business, Career, Executive Coaching Peter is an outstanding business, executive and career coach who has an excellent track record of working with Executives to achieve exceptional business and personal outcomes. As a Coach, Peter has great business experience both with PWC and his own company combined with excellent coaching experience to challenge his clients. Peter is also highly energised and across the latest business and leadership developments. Above all, Peter consistently produces great results for his clients. 
23 December 2009 Mark Peate, Business Development Manager, Wynyard Group Career Coaching Peter has had a tremendous influence on me by providing me with outstanding advice, combined with innovative "outside of the box" ideas which enabled me to complete a successful career shift. His insights, approach and manner were first class. I would absolutely recommend Peter to anyone considering or facing a career change 
17 December 2009 Allan Leslie, IT Consultant Career Coaching Peter Black was recommended to me by the Australian Computer Society as part of a scheme to provide help to members of the society. He has a deep understanding of the way the Australian placement agencies operate, from his earlier involvement, and is now passing it on in his coaching role. He has embraced all that new technology has to offer, and coached my inroads into these new areas with integrity, while maintaining firm control of the process. I enjoyed working with him, whether live or via webcam, and cannot recommend him too highly. Allan Leslie. 
3 November 2009 John Groarke, Owner, JEGMC Business Coaching Peter is a solid operator ... knows his stuff ... calls a spade a spade ... gets the job done. His deep operational skills, knowledge and experience in professional services organisations of all types would be a great asset to any firm. But he has taken himself out of that 'comfort zone' to develop a successful coaching business. And by combining these two functional 'areas' he has even more to offer. A man of very high standards and unquestionable ethics ... the mark of a great consultant. 
12 May 2009 Dinesh de Silva, CEO, Rolta Asia Pacific Facilitation & Presentation Coaching comes NATURALLY to Peter. We had the opportunity recently to have Peter address our Rolta Asia Pacific Leadership forum and talk to us on the topic of "Building a Personal Brand". It was extremely well received by everyone present. The content was practical, valuable and extremely well communicated. Peter was well prepared, spent time to understand the overall objectives of the forum (not just his session) and carefully catered to our requirements. We will be delighted to have Peter join us for future sessions and will be happy to recommend him. 
23 April 2009 Christopher Boys, Owner, CB Consult Career Coaching I have had the pleasure of working with Peter in capacities ranging from colleague to coach over the past 2 1/2 years. I have watched and have always been greatly impressed by the effort and diligence he applies to broadening his professional skills and his personal capabilities. As a coach, Peter is never afraid to ask the hard questions, set demanding agendas and work diligently to support necessary change and growth. 
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