Training Testimonials
"Ross Tayler has amazing gifts to offer through his Owning Your Voice business. He walks the talk, creating a safe space for others to step into their truth, while being a great leader at work and in life. Owning Your Voice is a perfect reflection of who Ross is, his struggles, gifts and passions, all rolled up into one. Whoever attends his workshops will receive the gifts of Ross's life lessons in relationships, parenthood, management, and life coaching. Whoever is his friend will see Ross as someone who is truly on purpose". ~Vince Gowmon
Ross Tayler's "Transforming Communication" Workshop provided the space and structure for me to take a step back to better view my current patterns of communicating and see where I can be even more powerful". ~ J. Deane
Ross Tayler's "Transforming Communication" Workshop provided the space and structure for me to take a step back to better view my current patterns of communicating and see where I can be even more powerful". ~ J. Deane
"I thought it was great! The time flew by, you made it fun and I enjoyed your own sharing and sense of humor!" ~ A.M.
"Ross is very authentic and personable, great attitude and open demeanor." ~ D.M.
"I thought you did a great job Ross. There were lots of valuable tools & insights offered which I look forward to implementing." ~ K.A.
"Ross is very authentic and personable, great attitude and open demeanor." ~ D.M.
"I thought you did a great job Ross. There were lots of valuable tools & insights offered which I look forward to implementing." ~ K.A.
Ross stepped in to facilitate a vision board workshop for two separate groups of kids ages (8-12) and (13-15) He drove in from Squamish to help out when another life coach wasn’t able to finish her commitment. Ross spent time building trust with the group of children and engaging them at their level. He was able to adapt to the unique flavour of each group and the situation of being thrown in at the last minute. We truly appreciated Ross’ skill and talent and would encourage anyone thinking of working with Ross to do so. ~ Meh Najak Volunteer Resources Programmer
Ross engaged the children from start to finish—he got them thinking about their hopes and desires for the next year. The activity was well organized and was fun for the children! We hope to see Ross next year! ~ Day camp Leader
Ross engaged the children from start to finish—he got them thinking about their hopes and desires for the next year. The activity was well organized and was fun for the children! We hope to see Ross next year! ~ Day camp Leader
I want to take a moment to tell you how much we have appreciated your work with our Society. It is always such a pleasure to have you participate in the continued learning of our staff.
The large group session that you facilitated was engaging and positive. The staff who participated commented on the fact that they enjoyed both personal and professional insights and growth. In speaking with the staff and the managers I came away with the distinct impression that the workshop was also effective in helping the us come together as a group by creating a safe space for sharing and exploring. The workshop served to create an opportunity for our team to envision and engage in healthy communication with each other.
Additionally, the recent contract involving a small group of specific staff including both group and individual coaching sessions was reportedly very well received. In speaking with the participants I understand that each of them felt the work was impactful, relevant and inspirational. In my mind it doesn't get any better than that.
Please accept my sincere thanks for your time, energy and expertise. Helping Hands staff and subsequently our clients are better for their work with you... ~ Maureen Mackell Executive Director
The large group session that you facilitated was engaging and positive. The staff who participated commented on the fact that they enjoyed both personal and professional insights and growth. In speaking with the staff and the managers I came away with the distinct impression that the workshop was also effective in helping the us come together as a group by creating a safe space for sharing and exploring. The workshop served to create an opportunity for our team to envision and engage in healthy communication with each other.
Additionally, the recent contract involving a small group of specific staff including both group and individual coaching sessions was reportedly very well received. In speaking with the participants I understand that each of them felt the work was impactful, relevant and inspirational. In my mind it doesn't get any better than that.
Please accept my sincere thanks for your time, energy and expertise. Helping Hands staff and subsequently our clients are better for their work with you... ~ Maureen Mackell Executive Director
Support Recovery House
In his thoughtful and generous way of being, Ross facilitated a series of workshops on different aspects of communication and self-awareness for a group of adult clients who are in recovery from addictions.
Ross's calm but confident demeanor brought instant ease and acceptance to an otherwise apprehensive group. Over the course of 8 weeks Ross introduced several concepts, perspectives and ideas that were engaging, challenging and fun! Clients quickly moved from feeling uncomfortable with communicating in group to sharing openly and honestly with each other. The depth and personal meaning was apparent for each participant as the workshops progressed and permeated into their conversations throughout the week as well.
In the days and weeks that have followed Ross's workshops, these clients have expressed sincere gratitude for learning new skills and personal awareness that has made a positive impact on their individual lives and relationships. ~ Jackie Laverty Support Recovery House Supervisor
From Clients:
Thank you for the new insights on communication.
The power of your voice is something I believe in. I got so much from you and am forever grateful. Let it go. Let it grow.
Thank you for your time and wisdom. You speak from the heart which is hard to come by these days.
Ross's calm but confident demeanor brought instant ease and acceptance to an otherwise apprehensive group. Over the course of 8 weeks Ross introduced several concepts, perspectives and ideas that were engaging, challenging and fun! Clients quickly moved from feeling uncomfortable with communicating in group to sharing openly and honestly with each other. The depth and personal meaning was apparent for each participant as the workshops progressed and permeated into their conversations throughout the week as well.
In the days and weeks that have followed Ross's workshops, these clients have expressed sincere gratitude for learning new skills and personal awareness that has made a positive impact on their individual lives and relationships. ~ Jackie Laverty Support Recovery House Supervisor
From Clients:
Thank you for the new insights on communication.
The power of your voice is something I believe in. I got so much from you and am forever grateful. Let it go. Let it grow.
Thank you for your time and wisdom. You speak from the heart which is hard to come by these days.
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"Clear, comfortable presentation and I really enjoyed the interactive experiential aspect. There was a great balance between talking and exercises. I was made to feel very at ease to participate, in a "trusting" atmosphere ~ Christine Martin Cedar Valley Waldorf School Article which appeared in the Cedar Valley Waldorf School monthly newsletter |
The following testimonials are from a series of workshops I co-facilitated and created for my employer Starbucks Coffee Company
"I love Ross as a leader - he makes things fun - I felt more comfortable speaking up"
"Ross was a great leader. He has a great way of talking to people and explaining things. I liked how the information being taught was verbal & visual. The workshop was really enjoyable, I was learning and having fun at the same time which made me feel really relaxed"
"The workshop was an interactive, encouraging learning experience. Ross made a point to make eye contact with everyone in the room and was very calm and easy to listen to."
"This was the most effective and educative course I have had since I started at Starbucks. Ross was perfect, very well spoken and easy to understand."
"The workshop was a great balance of interactive games and teaching. Ross has an amazing gift for empowering."
"Great, concise and to the point. I love the games and how they related to the topic. Ross was awesome, I was very comfortable with adding my ideas. It was just the right amount of talking."
"Very thought provoking which kept me engaged throughout. Ross is very in tune with his audience."
"Fun, learned effective tools. Ross was a good leader and listener, very open to ideas and opinions."
"I love Ross as a leader - he makes things fun - I felt more comfortable speaking up"
"Ross was a great leader. He has a great way of talking to people and explaining things. I liked how the information being taught was verbal & visual. The workshop was really enjoyable, I was learning and having fun at the same time which made me feel really relaxed"
"The workshop was an interactive, encouraging learning experience. Ross made a point to make eye contact with everyone in the room and was very calm and easy to listen to."
"This was the most effective and educative course I have had since I started at Starbucks. Ross was perfect, very well spoken and easy to understand."
"The workshop was a great balance of interactive games and teaching. Ross has an amazing gift for empowering."
"Great, concise and to the point. I love the games and how they related to the topic. Ross was awesome, I was very comfortable with adding my ideas. It was just the right amount of talking."
"Very thought provoking which kept me engaged throughout. Ross is very in tune with his audience."
"Fun, learned effective tools. Ross was a good leader and listener, very open to ideas and opinions."
“Ross did a fantastic job teaching workshops for us on networking, relationship building, and customer service. His massive amount of experience and natural diplomacy with people helped him make each workshop relevant to all. Not an easy task with classes of up to thirty different business owners at all different stages of business development. Working with Ross has been a delight every time!” ~ Megan Lussier Self Employment Coordinator Community Futures Howe Sound
"Ross encouraged easy participation. Entire class was engaged throughout. All exercises reinforced workshop material and encouraged creative thinking."
"Ross encouraged easy participation. Entire class was engaged throughout. All exercises reinforced workshop material and encouraged creative thinking."
"This workshop was OUTSTANDING! In life and in business we need to reconnect more with our true selves and I am so thankful Ross brought that into the mix. SO IMPORTANT!"
"This was the best and most useful workshop of all the CF workshops for me."
"Love the holistic approach - Got to the core of many universal issues humans face - Group exercises, getting participants to experience rather than just sit and listen."
"The course was great. He kept my attention for the full four hours."
"Ross has a brilliant ability to connect with people - Very engaging to listen to, very helpful."
"So good with people and getting everyone comfortable and involved - A fresh take on networking/group interaction."
Good! Fun. Insightful. Inspiring. A great reminder. ~ L.H.
Positive. We stayed on task and learned a lot. I felt comfortable. Playing the games keeps things interesting. ~ T.B.
Very helpful. Can't wait to try these tools in my marriage. ~ M.B.
It was great - lot's of good information & fun, not at all threatening or uncomfortable. Made me feel at ease ~ M.T.
A lot of information in a short time. Ross was very personable and responsive. Good skill in moving things along ~ H.D.
The workshop was fun and the exercises were powerful. Ross was very organized, flowed really well and I found the choice of games really appropriate ~ V.B.
The workshop was very positive - I came away with lots of relevant tools. Ross is an accepting leader and kept us on time and relevant ~ C.Z.
"This was the best and most useful workshop of all the CF workshops for me."
"Love the holistic approach - Got to the core of many universal issues humans face - Group exercises, getting participants to experience rather than just sit and listen."
"The course was great. He kept my attention for the full four hours."
"Ross has a brilliant ability to connect with people - Very engaging to listen to, very helpful."
"So good with people and getting everyone comfortable and involved - A fresh take on networking/group interaction."
Good! Fun. Insightful. Inspiring. A great reminder. ~ L.H.
Positive. We stayed on task and learned a lot. I felt comfortable. Playing the games keeps things interesting. ~ T.B.
Very helpful. Can't wait to try these tools in my marriage. ~ M.B.
It was great - lot's of good information & fun, not at all threatening or uncomfortable. Made me feel at ease ~ M.T.
A lot of information in a short time. Ross was very personable and responsive. Good skill in moving things along ~ H.D.
The workshop was fun and the exercises were powerful. Ross was very organized, flowed really well and I found the choice of games really appropriate ~ V.B.
The workshop was very positive - I came away with lots of relevant tools. Ross is an accepting leader and kept us on time and relevant ~ C.Z.