Testimonials

What people are saying about Montana

“I’m recommending you to my friend who is an employment lawyer for a large retailer ‘down here’ in the United States with a healthy fear and worry of all things in Canada. I’ve been singing your praises to him, and as things turn out, he’s quite interested in having a chat with you.”

— General counsel, multinational telecom company

“The first qualification that I usually look for in an advisor or consultant is knowledge of a subject. Through your Labour Relations course and our discussions, I found that you had an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience on labour/industrial relations, and it was clear that you have dealt with every imaginable labour relations situation that we could possibly encounter.

The second qualification that I look for is the ability to put together knowledge, experience and relevant details surrounding the current situation to develop a solution or optimum approach. Again, through our discussions, I found that you were very capable of drawing from your expansive experience and coming up with a ‘wise’ solution. The bottom line for me is that I would not hesitate to contact you for advice and guidance on our toughest labour relations and management challenges. It was a real pleasure to have met someone of your caliber, and I look forward to our next meeting.”

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— Special Advisor, Canadian Federal Government

“We had great feedback and great results from your program. I have seen an order of magnitude change in the way grievances are being handled and the degree to which we are not getting grievances. Our folks really benefited from your teaching.

Montana analyzed our several collective agreements and designed and delivered a comprehensive case‑based training program customized to our needs and contracts. They showed a rare ability to explain complex concepts in simple, practical, and accurate terms. In their training, they use their extensive experience as arbitration counsel and in negotiations to help the participants understand both theory and application of labour relations principles.”

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— COO, New Brunswick

“This is the first time I have had a course like this that was not done word for word out of the book/ hand out.”

— Plant Manager, Guelph, ON

“I can honestly say that many of the leadership teachings I received from George and Maxime are things I’ve been able to carry forward and apply several times in my career.”

— James McDonnell, Director of Operations

“This was by far the most informative and useful course I have attended in my 15-20 years of training. A must for anyone supervising a workforce.”

– Production manager, Toronto

“A must if you want to be a leader. One of the best courses I have ever taken.”

— Amy Martin, Talent Acquisition and Staffing Advisor

“Turnaround Interview is the best HR business process I’ve used in my 30 years of experience. It allows people to retain their dignity in a performance management opportunity. The practical use of it increases a leader’s confidence in building and managing effective teams, which is directly linked to positive business results. I continue to use its philosophy in every aspect of my life (personal and professional). It is one of those training courses that sticks with you for life.”

– John Howell, Mill manager

“It’s a great program! The simplicity of the four steps and the extension of the coaching model makes application for people leaders so easy. I highly recommend!”

— Sarah Jackson, HR Consultant

“The approach requires a level of trust and cooperation between management and their employees. Adopting Turnaround Interview makes an organization a more attractive place to work.”

– Toronto-based HR manager

“One of the best courses that I have ever taken in management.”

— Sébastien Rioux, Skills Development Advisor