. Minnesota Rehabilitation Services helps people with disabilities achieve their employment and independent living goals. The agency has more than 300 employees, and its leadership has been striving to make a good workplace even better -- by focusing on possibilities, moving the focus from "I" to "we", and building a culture in which everyone eagerly contributes. To strengthen the change process, a planning group organized a two-day gathering of all staff. The first day involved a wide range of informational briefings, inspirational talks, and ice-breakers. The second day was more of a working session, with Tom guiding the group in a series of discoveries, conversations, and meaningful activities. In a concluding dialogue facilitated by Tom, people teamed up across offices to share success stories and generate improvement ideas. These ideas are now being used to bring about a new round of improvement throughout the organization. Your work with us exceeded our best expectations. The evaluations clearly showed that staff were engaged by your presentation and took away many things of value. I am so impressed with how you incorporated your ideas and insights into the events and messages of the first day. I feel so fortunate that we heard about you and were able to have you serve such an important role in our event. -- Tom Stephanie, Training & Staff Development, Minnesota Rehabilitation Services This was the best workshop I've ever attended. Very informative and very engaging. The participation was incredible! -- Sandra Ford, HR Manager, InnerLogic, Inc. The session was just great -- I enjoyed the entire time. I'm eager to get back to my center and share what I've learned. -- Kim Crannell, Dispatcher, Southwest Snohomish County (WA) Communications Agency You had a great way of engaging the audience. You got us thinking about serious issues in an enjoyable way. I appreciate your sharing so much information and great handouts -- everything looks so useful. -- Martha Chamness, Performance Improvement RN, University of Arkansas Medical Center I really enjoyed your enthusiasm -- and your faith in the power of each person to make a difference. -- Stan Clark, Psychologist, Northern Arizona University Tom is an outstanding presenter with excellent, enlightening real-world stories. -- Jim Emmons, Safety Manager, City of Charlotte, Engineering & Property Management Tom delighted the group with his wit and insightful tips and tools. He encouraged communication like I've never seen before, and his presentation was tailored to hit the core of our agency's mission. -- Annette Fox, Social Security Administration You were a great facilitator, and your passion shined through. I was able to reflect on all the changes in our agency and how to turn them into a positive situation. I plan to implement my action items and continue supporting my staff in a positive way. -- Sharon Almon, Manager of Career Services Programs, Jewish Family & Career Services, Georgia Home | Talks and Workshops | Consulting and Coaching | About Tom Terez | Client List | Success Stories | White Papers | E-Letters | Contact Visit our other sites:..Organizational Performance: BetterWorkplaceNow.com ..Personal Excellence: InnerBest.com Copyright 2006-2008 by Tom Terez and Tom Terez Workplace Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved. P.O. Box 21444, Columbus, Ohio USA 43221-0444. Tel. 614-488-9721. Online Contact Form TomTerez.com, BetterWorkplaceNow.com, Better Workplace Now, InnerBest.com, and Inner Best are trademarks of Tom Terez Workplace Solutions, Inc.