“John Beane was professional and easy to work with. The most outstanding thing he did was to stretch our minds and break us out of our comfort zones. He did it not only by teaching us new approaches, but also by seeing us for what we were and assertively shaking us out of our old thinking when necessary. He was a leader who got our attention. Very valuable.
The biggest thing I like about you guys is that you keep it simple and get the job done. Better results with less work, that’s what you guys do. We’ve already reserved John for our next event. Let’s get it scheduled as soon as possible. I’m looking forward to it.”
Tim Weilbaker, Plant Manager, Borg Warner, Livonia MI
“Your energy and enthusiasm for the Simmons products is evident and this helps to provide a lively, fun and rich learning experience, which I know is reiterated by feedback I have received from participants.
Personally, I appreciate your ability to adapt the material to the UK market and to be flexible to the needs of your audience.
It is a pleasure to be associated with you and I look forward to working with you again in the near future.”
Cathy Rowbottom, Consultant, United Kingdom
“I cannot tell you how well spent this money is. The two that I have hired based on your test results have been pure gold. Please feel free to use me as a reference and as we continue to grow, I’m sure we’ll be testing more and more.”
John Michael Bailey, Esq, Memphis, TN
“I believe John Beane’s up-front preparation proved invaluable. He worked very hard at clarifying the scope and understanding the expectations we had. This gave me more comfort in working with a consultant than I have ever experienced. Normally, I am used to someone coming in and pushing their “canned” answer. I felt your approach was tailored specifically to our needs.
In conclusion, you have exceeded my expectations. We will need more help down the road, and I hope to work with you again in the future.”
Mike Hostnik, Tower Automotive, Plymouth, MI
“Finally, the proof of the pudding is in the eating. Since we have begun to use your survey, rarely have we made a mistake in hiring the wrong individual. Short-term employment with our company has decreased dramatically.
There is no doubt in my mind that the “pennies” I pay you for your survey pays for itself a hundred times over.
John, thank you so very much for making a very important job around here so much easier!”
Burt Bank, President, Chesapeake Interlink, ltd., Needles Case Management Software
“I first met John 2 years ago during an accreditation workshop for use and application of the Simmons Profile. I was impressed by how perceptive he was – he picked up my initial discomfort with my own survey and spent some time with me, which I found extremely beneficial. His direct but engaging style suited the audience well; his knowledge and expertise with the tool was impressive.
Since then I’ve had the pleasure of meeting John twice more. Each time he has been running further accreditation workshops and I have noticed how they are always a ‘fun’ learning experience.
He has helped me develop my own expertise with the Simmons Profile, and is always ready to discuss, debate and share his knowledge. As a Management Development Consultant with e-peopleserve, I have used the Profile a great deal and could not have done this without John’s continued support.”
Sharon Piron, e-peopleserve Consultant, United Kingdom
“This test amazes me even more every time I give it. It also makes me feel better about my own judgment as an interviewer. Nothing in the results really surprised me, especially the part about her wanting to move up and be more challenged. She asked about upward mobility in the company during the interview. I love this test!! It makes me feel more confident that the relationship will last when I hire someone new. In the past, I felt as though it was always a gamble, a 50/50 shot of the person making it. Thanks.”
Amy Key, former General Manager, Hughes & Coleman
“Over the years your services have proved to be invaluable. When we hired in line with your recommendation, every new hire was a success, and when we hired against the test it turned out to be a painful experience. I strongly recommend to my friends at M&L to try your service. They will save both time and money, and in the long run they will have stronger firms as the result of good hiring decisions. Best regards”
Gregory Stokes, Esq, Stokes & Kopitsky, Atlanta, GA
“We have seen it all before! Myers Briggs, DISC, Jungian personality types. All of these give us an idea about a persons personality and how they might perform in certain roles or how best to develop them. And some times it works! But how often does this become a labeling exercise where people say. “Oh yeah – I’m a plant!” or “See her over there, she’s an INTJ – keep away from her!” Labeling is disabling. Simmons is different. Having seen over 90 reports for graduates within BT this difference is very apparent. They may not like what they see as the report is like a mirror. Simmons shows how they really are. A skilled facilitator will help them deal with the initial resistance and to see the opportunities for development. My own personal experience of the report was also quite revealing. Having gone through 6 years of psychotherapy I was sure I knew myself pretty well. My report indicated otherwise and this knowledge has catapulted me forward in my life and career. Right now this is the tool that will give you the most bang for your bucks.”
Mr. Andy Britnell, Consultant, formerly of British Telephone
John,
As you are aware, we utilize your Simmons Survey for cjAdvertising, our full-service Ad Agency and Legal Intake Professionals, our 24/7 Answering Service. Regardless if the employee is entry-level hourly or a higher paid salary employee, the survey is instrumental in not only determining the best candidate and fit for the position, but also how to manage the employee. In the few times we have disregarded elements in the survey, after termination of the employee, I have pulled out his/her survey and the characteristics that resulted in the termination or the lack of managing the employee by the results of the survey, is almost always contained in the survey.
I highly recommend your services to any company who wants to hire and manage their employees better and to reduce turn over and employment expenses. We have seen a tremendous reduction in turnover and expense in Legal Intake, the answering service since mandating the use of your survey. Payroll is the largest expense we have and we believe your survey has dramatically impacted our bottom-line in an industry that traditionally has high turn over and employment expense. On the occasion we need to add an employee (typically salary) to our agency, cjAdvertising, the survey has not only assisted in narrowing down the candidates but is critical in managing all types of personalities in industry that ranges from accounting to creative.
We have obviously determined that your services are invaluable. Our goal for 2005 is to better utilize your services by including partners and employees hired prior to the use of your services to enhance our partner relationships and management as well as teamwork in our companies.
Respectfully,
Anne G. Malham, Vice President, cjAdvertising