1. Testimonials
Edith Rodgers, Customer Service Director, First Transpennine Express
“Patrick was with First Transpennine Express from the start of the business. He has been
instrumental in developing the culture and style of management of this business. The
Leaders in Excellence programme has enabled us to achieve cross functional working
across the business in support of our Company values. The 'One team' ethos nurtured by
this programme, has been fundamental to FTPE’s success and achieving our business
goals”.
Mark Hopwood, Managing Director, First Great Western
“Patrick Holtby spent six months with First Great Western in a consultancy role supporting
our safety management initiatives and also delivering a number of actions to support our aim
to be accredited with Investors in People. During this time Patrick delivered an excellent
standard of work and demonstrated a deep understanding of safety management issues
within a Rail environment. His support to enable us to achieve Investors in People included
the delivery of learning events on coaching skills and setting effective personal objectives
along with creating innovative solutions to ensure that all our colleagues have quality time
with their manager to discuss their training needs and career aspirations. I would
recommend Patrick as a pragmatic individual who has a sensitive coaching style which
delivers excellent results. His standard of work is excellent and he has demonstrated during
his time at First Great Western his commitment to deliver high standards of work across a
range of activities”
Testimonials from Individual Coaching Clients
“What I like about working with Patrick is his ability to listen, ask questions and give
feedback. Whilst this might sound simple, the reality is that this happens very rarely. Being
given the space and appropriate stimulation to think is a rare commodity in this rushed world
and Patrick is expert in creating that “space to think”.
“Patrick really listens intently, making links between the many issues that I face and is able
to help me develop my own solution”.
“Patrick created an environment for me to think on a much deeper level, challenging my
thoughts and beliefs and formulating a plan that suits me and to which I feel committed”.
“Patrick works from the belief that I have the answers and resources within me and by
challenging and supporting me at the same time we were able to find my true potential”.
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