Clients & Comments

I have been to many of Bruce's Learning and Development programs over the years and after completing each program I have always taken away many great ideas. The experience that I have gained in Bruce's programs has helped me not only professionally but also in my own personal development. Bruce offers a unique, entertaining way of learning that is not typically found in professional skills training programs. It is this style of learning that fully engages everyone in the program to ensure the message and material is understood and practiced, especially important when the individual is outside the classroom and back in the workplace. Bruce is one of the most talented and brightest people that I have had the pleasure of working with over the years. Bruce's enthusiasm for his work and innovative programs really becomes apparent in the classroom. It is this unique approach to learning and development that makes every session with Bruce worth attending. -Ken Henery, UBS Global Wealth Management & Business Banking Information Technology Manager

Bruce, I just want to thank you for your class, Standing Ovations Presentations.  It was formatted in a way that truly allowed everyone to feel comfortable and supported by their peers. The exercises you had us go through before presenting created a team environment and also let everyone relax even if only on a small scale. I have been using some of the techniques in conversation especially the breathing technique in an effort to eliminate filler words. I have also been paying attention to the tone/color in which I say things as it really does affect the way people respond to me. I implement many of the techniques when I meet new people at work and I plan on continuing to use them as I believe it enhances my professionalism. All presentations and even formal conversations are performances; if you expect to gain something, prove a point or just want to be listened to and respected you must perform. You must make people believe in you and what you are saying no matter what the situation maybe and one of the most important techniques to do this is confidence. Thank you for creating such a great program. The techniques you taught us will stay with me throughout both my professional and personal life. -Nichole Nawrot, Talent Acquisition Liz Claiborne Inc

No need to approve this program, (Laughter Yoga) just give me more! Bruce was terrific in encouraging but not forcing anyone to laugh.
-Dahlia, Production Support, Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health

This class (Laughter Yoga) was an excellent! Laughter Yoga has helped me relieve stress. Bruce Katlin is a wonderful man. The class as also encouraged me to be myself more. This program exceeded my expectations and I would take it again in a heartbeat. I have grown more spiritually from this class. -Anonymous

Bruce was wonderful! What a beautiful gift to share: the joy of laughter. It doesn’t get much better than that!
-Meg P. Portland, ME

Bruce was absolutely excellent in motivating the group. I found laughter and humor I didn’t know that I had. Bruce was totally trustworthy and I know that I will grow and change from the Laughter Yoga program. -Mona L. Perry, ME

Bruce has the ability to be able to present a subject, no matter how bland or repetitive, in a manner that people would find themselves unable to ignore his words, or the material he was presenting. He could take the most unappealing, repetitive topics, and present them in a bright and captivating manner. A good mix of course essentials, light hearted stories, with insightful thoughts and the ability to take questions and respond with relevant answers, made his classes feel like time well spent.Bruce displays caring, confidence and a belief in the topics that he may discuss, and always seems to make that "personal" connection to the people he comes in touch with. -Nick Townsend, UBS Product Manager at UBS Investment Bank

Bruce, I just wanted to thank you again for the Stressing-Less class as well as the Myers-Briggs Personality Types. The information I learned was spectacular and informative! These were easily the best two classes I have ever taken, I would like to be kept up-to-date when you are having more classes within this grouping of courses because it is very beneficial and interesting for me to learn. -EJ Ecatar, UBS IT Customer Services

Coaching with Bruce helped me clarify and define my vision, values, goals and action plan. He also helped me focus my business’ major goals. Our coaching session trained me to say YES to what is advancing me towards my goals and NO to what is taking me away from them. Coaching helped me set boundaries and manage my time in a more effective way. Bruce was so warm, kind, accepting, and non-judgmental and I was able to work through my feelings of anger and helplessness and make better decisions on whether to respond or refrain from responding to these situations. -Nili Dor HaElla, Israeli Coach and Body-Mind Therapist, Hafia, Israel

While I was heading a French Office based in Paris, Bruce has been an excellent trainer for my team. He did train the Team on several aspects of their needs such as Conflict Management, Stress Mgt, Leadership. All of these training have proven that Bruce is very effective and efficient for the people he trains. If you need more than a basic training Bruce is the trainer you need. -Stephane Morin

I've attended a training program that Bruce used to run for Perot Systems for leadership training. The material that he put together was extremely relevant and practical, and dealt with exactly the kind of situations one encounters in corporate life. He is a very effective trainer, who can get a group motivated and enthusiastic in a short time. Overall, it was one of a best programs I've attended. -Padma Parthasarathy, Vice-President, Perot Systems

Bruce, is fabulous on so many levels - both obviously and subtly. I am very impressed and inspired by all the ways he can create group cohesion and individual comfort and access. -Rachel Rudman, Senior Citizens' Advocate

Bruce, I really want to congratulate you on the superb class you led today on Myers-Briggs Personality Types that I attended. You did an outstanding job of covering a tremendous amount of data in a very condensed, informative and fun manner. It really was the best presentation I’ve seen of this material (which I have been through three times before!) and clearly demonstrated your mastery of the subject matter. I was truly impressed.  I know I speak for the rest of the attendees at the class today as well. Thanks again for a great day. -Elizabeth MacKay, Perot Systems, Global Training & Development Director

Bruce, I can't stop raving about this class (Stressing-Less) to people, those here and outside of here! I just wanted you to know that the actions I said I would take in class were serious commitments and will definitely help me to face the challenges ahead. I enjoyed your class immensely. Bruce worked with me to help me work better with my Team Members. Arguments between two members became very confrontational and I felt was being passive aggressive. Bruce helped me by guiding me through some difficult times working on how to improve the team situation and ensuring that I stepped up as a manager to handle this. He called me from different locations that he was working in on different times zones. Once he called from a hotel in Japan to ensure that we discussed my concerns. Bruce has helped me with suggestions and observations and also as I was becoming depressed with the situation helped to encourage me on the best way to handle this by asking a lot of questions. -Sue Makonnen, UBS IT Service Manager

Bruce Katlin was instrumental in helping me identify my goals, chart a course of direction, and break challenges down into manageable steps. The skills and tools I gained from Bruce in time management, prioritization and goal setting are invaluable and I continue to use them on a daily basis. I am eternally grateful for his kind and thoughtful guidance – he is a truly gifted coach. And he made the entire process fun! -Terry Graziano, Terry Graziano Hats

I work in a fast paced environment with a diverse user base, without  compromise on excellent customer service quality. With the innovative and practical approach to the coaching relationship based on the knowledge and experience of the Coach Bruce, I have enjoyed changes personally and professionally by managing myself more effeciently, staying stress free and healthy. The coaching relationship with Bruce helped me especially within my team thereby promoting understanding, mutual respect and delivering the quality service that the clients expect, thereby minimizing stress through regular communication and feedback on relevant team issues, unlike the solo attitude that existed prior to my coaching with Bruce. -Ben Orija, UBS ITI, London

Contact Number: +1 646 265 5009 Email: bruce@katlinconsulting.com