Leadership Development/Programs
Leadership Dynamics
“I believe Leadership Dynamics has been the catalyst for renewed changes in both personal and business life. It has allowed me to apply a more effective leadership style. It has also allowed me to dissolve long-standing daily tension and negativity I have always known. The Leadership Dynamics strategies are already positively impacting my family and work life.” Peter Scantland, Owner & CEO ProServeIT Corporation
“Cynthia is by far the most exceptional leadership program leader I have ever met. Professional, well-organized, committed, flexible and captivating, she has the dedication, intelligence, humility and humor that allows her to really connect to her audience and create a safe environment for executives to explore their personal leadership issues. Your return on investment and impact is next to none. It has been, and continues to be, a privilege to work with Cynthia in my capacity as Global Director of Management Programs for a industry leader.” Rani Bhatia-Durand, Global Dir of Management Programs, an International Geophysics Corporation
“I walked away from this course with a new perspective on personal accountability and for that I will always be grateful. This is by far one of the best leadership courses I have taken in my career.” Marsha Mark, AVP Operations, Invesco
“This is a great program! It has taken me to the next level and will make a difference in my life.” Leslie O’Donnell, Sr. Business Analyst, Manulife Mutual Funds
“This has been by far the most emotionally impacting, eye opening course I have ever attended.” Nicole Jensen, Manager, Quality Development, CI Funds
“My life has undergone transformational change. I am stronger and happier than I have been in 30 years!” Laura Eckhardt, VP Operations Reinsurance, The Royal Back
“The class was extremely well organized and conducted. Cynthia Barlow is an exceptional facilitator!” Dan Ciriani, Maple Leaf Foods
“Great course that pulls all the theory and makes it apply to me and make it usable.” Frances Lee, VP, Client Administration, Invesco
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Facilitation Skills Development
“Cindy is onto something special here…too many facilitation courses are based on teaching participants some “ideal” model. Her approach – finding the authentic or genuine you and facilitating within your abilities and perspectives – is the most natural, logical, and common sense method that I have ever come across.” Tony Marzotto, Ministry of Transportation
“The one on one aspect was extremely beneficial to me. I have been to similar workshops and they did not accomplish what this class did because of the working on me specifically.” James Hill, Bank of America
“This was the most useful workshop I have ever attended because its impact is so far-reaching and personal.” Peter Wessel, McKenzie Financial
“I appreciate the personal level this class goes to. Going this route allowed for participants to be more involved and for me, to become more self-aware.” Nicole Bell, The Dominion of Canada
“This workshop is amazing! Cynthia is an inspiration…it is special to be able to use my gifts, and to know why others will learn from them. At the end of the day, I want to be able to say, ‘I did the best I could,’ and truly feel self-satisfied. I never would have thought/felt that way had I not attended this course. Thank you for your guidance.” Maria Voutsinas, Mackenzie Financial
“Very well done. Exactly what I needed to get me to the next stage of my presentation style.” Helen Siblock, Teknion Canada Ltd.
“This session genuinely changed my outlook on both my self perception and ways I see and interact with others.” Mark Alexander, Bank of America
“This course is excellent. The techniques, tools and information given were very good. It will definitely be an asset to me on the job and also in my personal life. Cindy is an excellent instructor and facilitator.” Onley Henry, Mackenzie Financial
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Living Leadership (known as The Trust Program)
“Leadership is an act of the heart as much as it is an application of the mind. Great leaders, in my opinion, inspire as much through their spirit as through their vision. I attended The Trust Program: Living Leadership because it provided me the opportunity to leave behind the day-to-day demands of running a company to explore the deeper and more subtle aspects of leadership: heart, spirit and trust. The program is an inspiring mix of learning, introspection, dialogue, and group dynamics. I recommend Living Leadership to anyone interested in exploring their relationship with this powerful but less-well understood side of being human. It has helped me be a better leader both in my company and in my personal life.” Jim Roche, President & CEO Stratford Managers Corporation, Ottawa
“Dear Cynthia,
It has been four months since I returned from Living Leadership. I know how incredible I felt after leaving the program, but I was curious to see how I would operate in the real world. Now four months later, my life is better and more enriched than I could ever have anticipate. My success in business since returning has been greater than any other period in my life in business. …I’m personally speaking to all my friends and business colleagues about all the programs you offer. ” Bruce Oliver, Sales, Weston Forest Corp., Woodstock
“This was an extraordinary program—Cynthia Barlow is an incredibly brave woman that has mastered the human condition.” Geoff Kidder, Senior Investment Advisor, TD Waterhouse, Toronto
“Powerful and effective.” Christine Wong, Invesco, Toronto
“I would recommend this class to anyone because it provides each participant an opportunity to look at his/her life from a perspective they won’t likely find outside the retreat, and they won’t find a better place to do it in, anywhere, anytime. I am truly grateful.” Brian Campagnola, Ottawa
“This class allowed me to draw a line in the sand, take stock of my challenges, and make some clear decisions on how I want to spend the rest of my life.” Bruce Shepley, Ottawa
“Living Leadership has given me clarity and a much better understanding of myself – it has helped me understand what it means to “trust me”. Every person, no matter how much personal development work they have done, has something to gain from this program.” Ann Reich, Toronto
“I wish everyone could go through this program as it has given me my life back. It has shown me how to believe in myself, trust my decisions, listen to the little, or sometimes loud, voice and made me look forward to my new life. Words cannot express how much I appreciate this program and what it has done for me.” Shannon Branton, Toronto
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Coaching
After ONE session:
“I am happy to report that I have had a crazy busy 2 weeks… Starting this process has been a good trigger and I am cleaning up and initiating a number of things. ” Peter Wells, Ottawa
After TWO sessions:
“I opened up your email last night and started to give it some thought. This weekend I am going to do the exercise. I wanted to let things settle, and allow my heightened emotions to simmer down. My head is a lot clearer. Feels like I did some spring cleaning, if you know what I mean. Lots of stuff resonated with me from our last talk. Been absorbing it all.
The best thing that has come of this last week is that I don’t have that confused feeling anymore. It has been incredible to experience joy in the simplest things again. I have denied myself so much. I am stronger, more confident and genuinely happier than I have been in a long time….and a little more mature too (lol). I am sure that this next step will only bring me that much closer to who I am and where I want my life to go.
You‘re the best! Thanks for working with me Cindy.” Carla Lavalle, Toronto
After THREE sessions:
“Thanks so much. Today’s session was amazing. I feel really energized to tackle the coming week!” Megan Lavender, Pres. Ink Advertising, California
After FOUR sessions:
“I have decided that you are an integral part of my success. I am getting an incredible amount of perspective from all our conversations, both on the personal front and on the business front.
I really value your wisdom, your insight and your thoughtful approach. I always knew you were incredible I just didn’t realize to what degree.
I look forward to our continued exploration together.” Fatima Bregman, Top Realtor in Toronto
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Personal
Some personal comments/endorsements from attendees of my various keynotes, workshops, or programs:
“Cynthia is a natural leader and a true inspiration.”
“Cindy is a dynamic, thoughtful, no-nonsense, humorous & fun-loving woman who will help you look inward in order to recognize, grasp & enjoy all life has to offer.”
“Cindy is a person who simply has a special gift to guide people to reach for their full potential.”
“Cindy’s incredible insight and knowledge have been an inspiration to me.”
“Cindy Barlow is the master at putting your life on a different, better track.That’s what she did for me.”
“Cindy’s energy and enthusiasm are infectious. Her integrity and commitment are inspiring. I feel better after having been in her presence.”
“Cynthia Barlow…fiercely helps people find whatever it is they need to find.”
“Cindy Barlow is gifted with the ability to inspire greatness in others!”
“Cindy is compassionate, compelling, curious, and creates real connections.”
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Additional Past Clients
AMEC
American Express
AutoZone
Bank of America
Bell Canada
Dare Foods
Invesco Trimark
Promotional Products Assn of Canada
TD Bank
The Ministry of Transportation
Walker Industries
