‘Lorraine is superb. She has become an essential part of our recruiting and retention process - in fact she probably invented most of it. …we are a challenging client to work for but Lorraine's experience, intelligence & adaptability has enabled her to make a significant impact on the business in a very short space of time. In short, Lorraine has helped us recruit better people and helped them to high levels of motivation and effectiveness.’
Chief Executive & Founder International PLC.

'I think the profiling experience was excellent. The tests are not hard or complex, but thinking about how you think and how this affects your behaviour certainly improves your own effectiveness – as you can consciously exploit or mitigate the opportunities this creates. Doing this in the context of the thinking styles and behaviours of your colleagues is almost certainly a short-cut to building an effective team. Businesses, large or small, should devote more effort to profiling their management teams as it improves both the individual and the collective. ‘
COO International PLC

A relative advised me to approach Lorraine Maddams having had good experiences with her as a coach, so I did…. After our first meeting I was convinced to go through with it and do a follow up because of the following reasons:
-Discretion
-Friendly, warm approach, creating an open atmosphere
-Neutrality: It was very clear to me that Lorraine had no interest whatsoever to either put me down and or cheer me up unrealistically. Her interest is simply to listen and give her honest, professional and independent feedback. That is refreshing to get after loads of setbacks without explanation and having a family that only wants the best for you (and therefore is not neutral).
-Helicopter view: the ability to see things from my perspective BUT as well the perspective from others around me, both on a professional and personal level
-Professionalism: Lorraine clearly knows what she is talking about, not taking information for granted but questioning around specific topics to get it all laid out and use that information to action things.
Lorraine played a big part in my search for a new challenge. Not so much in the actual finding stage but definitely in the phase where I was “lost”, frustrated and therefore not opening my eyes enough for new “routes to market”. By asking questions and let me tell my story she put her finger on a couple of missing links, gave her independent professional advice and helped me to refocus. I massively enjoyed our conversations which to me were warm, friendly, professional and eye-opening.
Many thanks for your assistance in getting priorities right again!!
Executive involved in a career change from one industry to another.

‘The session was very interesting and it highlighted the importance of taking an active role in shaping our future team and understanding all members perception of reality. By understanding our team members we will be able to focus their talents in the right direction. Additionally, with using the tools outlined, we will be able to develop an efficient "whole" team.’
Founder and CEO International company

Thank you for a fascinating discourse this afternoon. The results of the Belbin process have given me much to work on in the coming days. I found your feedback incisive and energising.
Ex MD Leading Global Bank 

'We've found the profiles to be spot on and really helped us identify the missing links in the team... So thank you for your hard work.' 
Investment executive major Venture Capital fund commenting on a management team of a portfolio company 

‘Thanks so much for connecting me with Lorraine as a coach. She is fantastic and has made a significant difference to me over the past few months!’
Executive Leading global PLC

“The workshop that Lorraine skilfully conducted gave our brand new team an opportunity to get to know each other and set the tone for a positive future. Her intelligent, caring and professional manner creates an environment of trust and results in constructive team building”
President North America International PLC

'Thank you for the session, it was hugely helpful…really insightful. You coached me to thoughtfully share my issues with the end goal of gradually addressing each, one step at a time. Rather than the muddled and often confused 'noise'/thoughts in my head, for once I was able to isolate each area, thinking about how it influences my life. ’
acting CEO USA International PLC