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Student evaluations and comments, Spring 2007 Compiled and provided by Penn State Executive Programs |
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a Sherpa Coaching student, November 2007 at Texas Christian University:
"Two years ago, I went through a 12-month executive leadership program in Atlanta, including a 4-day Outward Bound trek, a week-long Leaders' Lab and access to an executive coach. I experienced significant personal growth and professional development. I tell you this because week one of Sherpa certification was just as powerful and significant for me. I gained greater personal awareness and associated growth through this training and through the Sherpa process." From
a Sherpa Coaching student, November 2007 at Penn State:
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Student evaluations and comments, Spring 2007 Compiled and provided by Penn State Executive Programs |
| The faculty leader's method of presentation: | 95 / 100 |
| Value of the material presented: | 93/ 100 |
| Faculty leaders' preparation and depth of knowledge: | 97 / 100 |
Student comments:Excellent pacing and presentation. Instructors really know the subject matter and taught it well.
Brenda and Judith did an outstanding job of covering all of the materials.
Both facilitators bring rich credibility that breathes life into the learning experience.
The co-facilitation was very effective. Both Brenda and Judith offered valuable insights and experiences throughout the program. They played off one another nicely.
The Sherpa process is a real 'gem' in the field of coaching - a credible and manageable process that can have immediate impact on any organization. This certification will provide me with the skills and confidence to position coaching as a solid business strategy with profound impact. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
The list of coaching attributes was dead-on and the coaching tips were useful. Some items were traditional coaching skills and tips, but the facilitators brought new perspective and more depth. The core questions and self assessments were very beneficial.
Very thorough and valuable info.
The class was terrific! I enjoyed it thoroughly. Brenda and Judy really demonstrated their coaching expertise. Penn State was also outstanding: the accomodations, communications -- the overall Executive Program experience was top notch. Looking forward to April.
Intense session! It made me grow as person and a coach. It was mentally, even physically challenging.
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Student responses and comments, 2006 |
Was participation in this program a worthwhile investment of your time?: 100% said 'YES'!
Describe the program leader’s effectiveness.Coached their way through the material rather than instructing. It was PERFECT!
Program was well delivered. Brilliant emphasis at times.
Knowledgeable instructors. Their skills were outstanding!
Used just the right degree of toughness to make the point.
Superb! Very engaging, obviously knowledgeable and experienced.
Command tremendous respect with their grasp of the process and materials.
Author / teachers were extremely knowledgeable, expressive, all in a fun & friendly format.
It was excellent. They will improve, but I don’t know how.
What was the greatest benefit you gained by participating in this program?Confidence in my ability to actually coach rather than consult.
Personally, I gained a new direction to take my life in.
My perception and definition of coaching is completely different.
Excellent materials and information and a step-by-step process that has proven success.
Learned a whole new skill set.
Made me understand my own strengths and weaknesses better.
This program made me more aware of my skills as a coach: 94 /100
... challenged my abilities as a coach: 98 /100
... provided valuable tools and techniques that strengthen my ability to coach. 94 /100
I will be able to use much of what I learned to improve my coaching. 92 /100