“Working with The Woodland Group has given our entire employee population the support needed to raise our Employee NPS scores by 35 points. Effective managers equal happy employees and we can thank The Woodland Group for that.” —Human Resources Director, Family Owned Business

“The Woodland Group has been consulting with our global company for 6+ years in multiple capacities. Early on he was instrumental in strategically developing our veteran and newly promoted managers. Whether through one on one coaching or large group development sessions, his content is insightful, engaging and relevant to the needs of our business. We now have the building blocks for a solid management team, and we continue to grow and learn with and through TWG.” —Human Resources Director, For-Profit Education Industry

“The Woodland Group has been an important partner to our organization for over 10 years. Our success and our longer term health and stability has been clearly linked to their work with us. TWG cares deeply about our success as individuals, as a team and as a whole organization. We truly appreciate the ongoing support and partnership that we have with The Woodland Group.” —Executive Director, Education Industry

"I believe a key skill for the 21st century is the ability to continuously develop ourselves so we may adeptly adapt to our rapidly changing world. For those seeking a guide to amplify this capacity. I’d highly recommend The Woodland Group. Their way of being, catalyzing questions, generous nature, deep understanding of systems, and treasure trove of resources provide rich sustenance to individuals, teams, and organizations journeying towards transformation.” —Coaching Client, Consulting Industry

“We have worked successfully with The Woodland Group for many years to advance our development & training plans for our individual and group efforts. The Woodland Team has a great ability to understand the culture and goals of our organization and tailors their services to meet our needs and make a meaningful connection with our employees.” —President, ESOP Manufacturing

“As a fourth generation family business, Stephen guided us in our self-examination to clarify our strategic focus and provided tools to more effectively communicate as an executive team encouraging empowering our leader’s engagement rather than the traditional top down management style.” —President, Automotive Industry

“We worked with the Woodland Group to help establish a High Performing Team structure for one of our global functional leadership teams. During an extensive preparation phase, TWG worked closely with us to understand our business context as well as the background of the team members. As part of the subsequent workshop, TWG found a highly impactful balance between theory and reality – helping to frame insights and their significant experience in a highly effective and credible manner.” —Executive Director, Education Industry

“I have worked with the Woodland Group in both a personal and corporate setting. Personally, I have found their expertise and direction extremely valuable in staying focused in furthering my personal career goals. That experience led us to bring in the Woodland Group to work with our company during a transition in leadership. The Woodland Group’s thought provoking approach assisted us in moving forward as a team to a successful future.” —CFO, Multi-generation, Family Owned Business

“Stephen’s insightful, supportive and motivating coaching approach have helped me find my potential and inner strength to take on tough challenges and increased responsibilities. In addition to Stephen's professionalism, he cares about the well-being of his clients. After working with Stephen & The Woodland Group, I have better work-life balance. I highly recommend Stephen & The Woodland Group as both a business and life success coach.” —Program Operations Director, For-Profit Education Industry

“I have worked with The Woodland Group for many years, first while leading a small team in a diversified company. The Woodland Group’s extensive experience in international business has helped me to communicate effectively in a cross-cultural environment and better coach my team to achieve goals in a fast-paced setting.” —Senior Leader, International Education Industry

"Growth and acceptance are two words that come to mind when I think of my time working with the Woodland Group. Whether it was 1:1 and learning about my individual style and habits to working with my colleagues and direct reports, I was constantly challenged to view situations from different angles and assess how I could make a difference in the outcomes. The learnings have helped me in my personal as well as professional life. It has also broadened my perspective and encouraged me to seek new and continuous learning opportunities. I feel reenergized for a future with endless potential.” —Senior Director of Program Operations, For-profit Education Industry

“I have worked with The Woodland Group for almost twenty years and have come to rely on them to develop the leadership potential of my mid-level Managers. After many successful Leadership Development programs conducted mostly by Stephen Gianotti, I can unequivocally call myself a fan. The level of personal interaction is so valuable and seems to extend long after the many cohort group graduations that we have had.” —President, Manufacturing Company

“I have leveraged The Woodland Group in several organizational development engagements on a world-wide basis. Some of those engagements were Strategic On-boarding, Team Alignment and capacity building. Their diagnostic practices and facilitated solutions provided great results for both leadership development impact as well as business results.” —HR Director, Global High Tech Company

“We worked with the Woodland Group to help establish a High Performing Team structure for one of our global functional leadership teams. During an extensive preparation phase, TWG worked closely with us to understand our business context as well as the background of the team members. As part of the subsequent workshop, TWG found a highly impactful balance between theory and reality – helping to frame insights and their significant experience in a highly effective and credible manner.’’ —VP HR, Global Food Industry

“Stephen started coaching me when I first stepped into my Product Line Leadership role. He created a customized strategic on-boarding process that included extensive data gathering, a survey, executive coaching and an offsite team alignment. He’s really good at pulling us back to the strategic discussion when we were into the weeds. At the same time he also helped us to break the goals into executable key actions for each one of us. In the first 3 months of the role, he frequently asked me ‘how are you doing’. I didn’t understand the purpose of this question in the first month. Soon enough, I realized how I spend my time efficiently is one of the most important keys to success in my new role. Stephen absolutely strategically sped up my learning curve in so many ways. We have remained friends since then.” —Product Line Manager, Global High Tech Industry

“The Woodland Group is the best! The leadership development that my managers and emerging leaders have received through The Woodland Group is truly unique. They brought a level of personal interaction that instilled trust in what was brought to each of the learning & development sessions. Not only did they come prepared with an effective curriculum, but it was delivered in a way that was impactful, engaging, deeply sincere and personal. I am glad to have been associated with The Woodland Group’s Leadership Development program for almost twenty years with many successful graduates who have become our next generation of leaders.” —President, Global Manufacturing Company

“Stephen Gianotti’s knowledge about organizational, people and strategic improvements, combined with his care, straightforwardness and visceral mentorship has been extremely valuable to me as I lead/turnaround this organization. Sometimes, it seems like telepathy, but he’ll reach out at the pinnacle of my stress or concerns with a check in or the perfect article to read. In my first year with this company, Stephen’s coaching and mentorship has helped the improvements that I had wished for. If you get a chance to work with him, take it.” –Executive Director, Entertainment Industry

“I want to thank you for all the years of coaching and support that you’ve given me. I certainly would not have had a successful career in healthcare had it not been for you. I am grateful for all of your contributions and guidance.” —Senior VP of Human Resources, Healthcare

“Stephen and I have been working together for 20+ years. I can say that his intellect and candor are two things that I most appreciate about his style. He is thoughtful, considerate, and not afraid to ask the tough questions. I have thoroughly enjoyed our times together.” —President, Manufacturing Industry, Family Owned Business

“It is my pleasure to recommend Stephen Gianotti. Have been working with him for several months and he is absolutely one of the kindest and helpful Intern supervisors I have ever met. He is very good at his expertise in consulting and he is very patient in teaching me and other interns. At the same time he offers advice outside of work to help us to be successful in both our work and our personal lives.” —MBA, Student Intern