
"The first thing I want to say is that I don't regret for one moment throwing myself into climbing. I have also been doing some climbing coaching, writing articles for magazines and have done my first climbing instructor exam. I have been profiled in a magazine and approached for other article relating to my own personal climbing. Thank you for your help in allowing me to see myself properly."
- Katherine S, November 2005
"The experience of coaching took me on a voyage of discovery. It gave me time to reflect on the world around me and see things differently. I discovered the 'invisible line in the sand'. You helped me discover how I can discover my best. Thank you."
- Yorkshire, November 2005
"Well there are very few places I know of that are extraordinary as Marcia's. I arrived and was greeted with a tea (well it was early!) and a smile. Marcia asked me what I wanted and I said 'to be gorgeous' and she delivered. We spent some time doing my colours, which I will always stick to, to the day I die as they make me look so fabulous. I then had my make up done and learned quite a bit, even though I do consider myself quite good at that, the colour of the lipstick was something I would have never have chosen by myself and it really worked. We then went for the fun of the clothes which Marcia picked out and I tried on. There was many different outfits. I brought a truly amazing top which I wear so much as it such a great colour and so flattering. Skirt, handbag, scarf and a green top for summer, I cannot wait! So just in case anyone is in any doubt, I would say Marcia is part beauty, clothes consultant, part magician as she performed miracles."
- Deborah, Surrey, February 2006
"Great uplifting sessions, full of positive energy, constructive advice and thought-provoking remarks. Its so hard to change your perspective once you're locked in your own mind, so a big thank you for giving me the keys. And have learnt a life lesson: never stress about things out of your influence or control, simple but powerful when applied on a daily basis... it does work!"
- Anna, London, July 2006
"...I did it! Thanks for your contribution, it is appreciated."
- Robert, Derby
"The Coaching Presentation was very well received. It was attended by 19 delegates of which 17 evaluated the presentation as excellent or good. The workshop provided an excellent overview of what coaching is about and its benefits. The presentation was very thought provoking, fun and very professionally presented. I would have no hesitation about recommending Marcia for future events or inviting her back to do more in depth coaching with Network members."
- Daksha Patel, Chair of Positive Directions Network, Nottingham City PCT
"Marcia led a Citywide mentoring and coaching event for partners in the public and voluntary sector focusing on Mentoring for Diversity. Feedback from the event was positive and colleagues stated that Marcia was informative, enthusiastic, interesting and challenging. There was a freshness to the topic that brought Mentoring for Diversity to life. It was evident that Marcia has a lot of experience and knowledge in the mentoring and coaching field and related issues - her expertise were much appreciated in order for best practice to be moved forward in the City from those who attended the event."
- Sarah Duffy, PCMF Manager, Staffordshire University
"Marcia was responsible for managing the developmental phase of the Aimhigher Healthcare Project to deliver diversity in the allied healthcare workforce in the East Midlands. She displayed high-level problem solving, decision making and negotiating skills, which are a requirement when working in partnership across a range of institutions. Marcia has the social skills which engage partners and which drives projects on. The Healthcare initiative requires innovative thinking and new approaches and Marcia was adept in identifying issues and developing solutions."
- Dave Coppock, Regional Operational Manager, Aimhigher East Midlands
"...Your coaching gave me the opportunity to map out `alternative options which I hadnt considered previously, 29 alternative options in fact that I hadnt considered!"
- Michelle, Sheffield
"...My husband was thrilled to bits with the outfit you helped me choose for our sons graduation, thank you!"
- R. Walsh, Nottinghamshire
"There are a lot of people noticing the change in me here, I am not the same person any more and I think that has a lot to do with you, thanks..., I owe you big time."
- (Name Withheld)
"Sue is unquestionably the most talented dresser and problem solver I have ever come across.....I cannot praise her highly enough.....I have complete confidence in her choices as she is well versed in occasion etiquette and her skills at defining the right clothes for my body shape have made my life so much easier. I will of course recommend her as a dresser to anyone..."
- Maggie Stevenson, Director, Heart Homes Ltd
"In business we meet and work with many people. Most of those people pass through our lives without making their mark. Sue Spiers is not one of those people"
- Juliann Heath, Director, Thea UK