Testimonials

During the debut season of An Audience with Charisma, a number of delegates felt compelled to write about their personal experience of these seminars. These have been written with a refreshing honesty and we are delighted and grateful to have received permission to feature the following testimonials. Several individuals also sent us reviews that provide personal perceptions of this seminar. We confirm that each review has been reproduced in its entirety and has not been edited.

We had a great time Nikki, Lisa & I both said the 2 days met and exceeded all our expectations.  The group were fabulous…what a mix of interesting people! What amazed me is that you had such a diverse group but everybody treated each other as equal and with utmost respect.  I don’t know how you do it Nikki, you are absolutely captivating and your energy is just amazing!

Tracey Wells
CDU Team Leader
The Open university

I have completed my evaluation sheet, and wanted to send it to you after the second charisma test...

You will be pleased to know that my charisma has improved!

The seminar brought up for me many emotions, as I am sure you knew.. but my mother died late last year, and this was in the background, and she always taught me ' not to show my emotions' which put me in conflict with the whole design of the session being precisely the opposite... ! As you also know, I had been battered by the employment market, and was considering self-employment as a 'last resot' rather than the opportunity it should be..

WELL  - big news...!

The week after the course, I reluctantly dragged myself off to an interview, feeling that I did not want to put myself through this harrowing experience again.   Well .. I got the job !  I have definitely identified that this was due to my new confidence at showing my 'real self' rather than showcasing what I think the employer actually wants. I was relaxed at interview, and said exactly what I thought, and how my values had been challenged at my last employer...

Nikki.. they loved it..   The MD told the agency, he did not want to see anyone else...   This is a 6 month interim job, which will get me on my feet again, confidence wise.. but money is not great.

The MD is great.. Very inclusive, strategic, and a 'no-blame' culture.   He is one of those 'GREAT PEOPLE' that I want to work with..!     AND      he seems to really value my opinion and input !!!

WHAT A RESULT!

I cannot thank you enough.. and will keep you informed... and of course, tell 'selected others' about my experience...

Shirely

Nikki, Just thought I would drop you a quick update, I have been to see my doctor this morning about my eater disorder and he is putting me into CBT therapy so I just need to wait for the dates to come through.     I have put off going to the Doctors to seek help since I first starter having problems with food when I was 15 and at first anorexic.  Mostly because I felt ashamed about my condition and because I just thought people would not understand me until really I met you. 

I can honestly say that meeting and talking to you, reading your book and sharing the same thoughts as you about my body and then finally attending the charisma event, have made me look at myself in a different way, I have started to like myself for the first time in a long time and to appreciate that people like me for me and don’t necessarily see what I see.  I now know I deserve to be happy and am going to change my life. 

Just wanted to say thanks for the things you do, even if you don’t realise it you really help .

Lisa

A real experience! Really enjoyed it - highlighted my blind spots and made me think differently. I liked the connection between the logical/rational theories and the emotional/mindset measures and reactions.

Martin Cooper
Director and Head of Large and Major Corporates
Lloyds TSB Commercial Finance Ltd

Some great memories from a fantastic two days in a brilliant venue. I feel quite privileged to have been able to spend those two days with such a charismatic bunch of people.

Jeremy Pert
Consultant Sales Manager
Royal Mail Sales & Customer Services

I found the two days amazing, fascinating, emotional, educational and exhausting though, unusually, I started feeling shattered and ended up feeling full of energy – I know this won’t be a surprise to you?  It was when I woke up on Saturday morning, that I felt completely different! 

Rachel Preece
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To be honest I just love the whole concept of what you have put together - I can't tell you enough how impressed I am both with the whole structure and also by the way that you lead it. You really are a star Nikki. Bringing a very spiritually focused seminar to the business environment is inspired and it was like both of my worlds (former and present) being melded together in one place. That had quite an effect on me for sure! I felt very at home there from both perspectives.

Paul Wayman
Psychic and Medium

The first few days after the course I felt really good, although I had a terrible cold and felt very ill I felt really calm and I had a buzz within me.  It felt as if I understood much more about myself and those around me.  I have over the past few days spoken to people about the course and told them about the dowsing and even done the Ora experiment on them!  It was really good fun and I feel that I learnt some things about myself.  This course is for the open minded and I think that your experiment with the apple is a key driver to influence people in understanding more about the world we live in.

As I said to my friend who is a great sceptic, we don't always know or understand things around us.  Newton questioned the world around him and discovered Gravity, even if he could not see it, he understood it.  The apple experiment is something that raises that same curiosity, we don't really yet understand how our words and our thoughts can impact the world around us, and I believe that we are (Just like Newton) questioning the world around us and who knows what it will lead to.

In a nutshell I would say that this course gave me the insight to think beyond the surface and also to be more open about how I think.  Understanding how my mind filters the information and delete it was also a real insight.  The course combined theory, practical exercises and science and gave me much food for thought! 

Ursula Adby
Supplier Manager
Reed Learning Managed Service

I had a fantastic time and loved every minute of it (even the sad ones). Thanks for everything Nikki I think you’re incredibly special and magical the way you reach out and touch people and clearly bring happiness to so many.

Lisa Perry
Assistant Team Leader
Open University

The journey I went on took me through a rollercoaster of emotions, all unexpected, all amazing, challenging and different. Feeling emotionally different at every step but also, feeling totally as I should be.

Ric Hayden
Head of Learning and Development
City Link
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Fantastic two days, an emotional rollercoaster. The level of support and encouragement during the two days was wonderful, I can't thank Nikki and Les enough! During the two days I became more myself and relaxed, I think the whole audience did. The seminar built my confidence by allowing me to remove my shield and be true to myself. Since the course I have been a lot more positive and this has had a direct impact on the people around me. Two days that will develop your own inner self more than you experienced before. it is not only educational and fun, but it really does build your confidence in more ways than one. Words can not really express how thought provoking and rewarding the seminar is. You need to experience it for yourself.

Ali Young
Development Director
NFU Mutual

Powerful, energising and fun, all very professional, clear and exciting material. Evoked involvement from everyone to learn something different. Had a profound effect of greater understanding of who I am. It made me recognise my potential and increased self esteem.I think I have found my inner sparkle again and can smile with happiness.....THANK YOU

Susie Williams
Franchise Project Co-Ordinator
Orange
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I benefited immensely, having even more drive, attracting even better things in my life. Making better decisions and yes - living with more joy and satisfaction.

Nigel Fletcher
Managing Director
Fairfield Displays Limited

An amazing and liberating experience. Great fun and deeply moving at times. It's given me the confidence to trust my instincts, to be true to myself and to be thankful for all the good things already in my life.

Claire Newbould
Head of Corporate Sales
The Open University

Wow! Very thought-provoking. You need to come with an open mind and allow the experience to happen. I want to explore more!

Mandy Sunderland
Sales Training and Development Manager
PruHealth

This seminar will help move any organisation forward. I particularly liked the way the seminar was led, the leadership."

Michael Yellop
Development Director
Anglian Home Improvements

A splendidly 'different' seminar that engages heart and mind. Encourages an open mind and really reinforces the power of self. I will have the power to put more faith in my convictions and understand why I must now develop a true,personal vision. I particularly liked the logical ordering of what are often intangible elements/feelings/dynamics. Reinforces the power of beliefs in each and every individual. Suspend your cynicism - this is definitely not the same old same old.

John Green
Head of Corporate Sales
Parcelforce Worldwide

Very interesting and engaging. Well thought through flow with balance of research and practical experiences. Made me more aware that i need to be more aware of my feelings and emotions before being aware of others.I particularly liked the soft and gentle approach/style of presentation.

Martin Wing
Managing Partner
Kepner-Tregoe

Fantastic - has caused me to completely rethink my approach to life and situations and left with a determination to harness the power of positivity. If you are ready to recognise your approach to life and want to believe the changes that positivity can bring - go for it!

Martin King
Head of Relationship Management
RBS

A thoroughly intensive couple of days. The theories and ideas behind 'what is charisma' bore deeper than I ever could have imagined. The seminar was thought-provoking, challenging and at times took you out of your comfort zone. Nevertheless I have not stopped thinking about the seminar since. i even have my own apple experiment taking place at home.

Lauren Schjeldenup
Event Coordinator,
CH Communications

After a very emotional 2 days I left the venue feeling not only full of self belief but also able to face any situation, also very focussed and charismatic. Thank you.

Clare Hurst
Managing Director,
CH Communications

Fantastic - moving and amazing. i have never taken part in a seminar that has taken me to such a wonderful high. I am feeling a core happiness and completeness that has been missing for some time. Yesterday I joined a group to increase my charisma, by the end of today I had completed a journey of self-discovery, self belief and pure completion! Thank you.

Tammy Clark
Sales Representative
Office Depot

A very different approach to a difficult subject matter that manages to convince with practical results/evidence. It has made me remember who i really am and remind me that i like that person. This course completely fulfilled my expectations in every way.

Louise Burbidge
Mother wanting to re-enter working life

This seminar is enthralling in its way of carrying you and inspiring you to live and experience the truth of your impact on others and on yourself.

Meliza Smith
Channel for 'Magdalena'

Nikki is one of the most inspirational people i have met, she is in touch with her emotions, so is totally unafraid to happy, sad, praise, and openly lead those who are stumbling a little. An Inspiration - I'm looking forward to seeing her becoming more and more recognised as one of the top life coaches.

Su Jeffery
Proprietor
Body Sculpt Centre of Excellence

Attending An audience with Charisma has been a life changing experience for me, I now have an increased self esteem, a greater understanding of who I am, my potential and clearly defined vision and purpose in life. I now have an inner glow and know when I want to be noticed and when I just want to blend in with the crowd. As a business woman this has had a positive and exciting effect on the growth of my business as well as from the benefits of my personal development and life, An audience with Charisma has unlocked my inner potential.

Suzanne Bolwell-Davies
Director
Flexible HR Ltd
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An Audience with Charisma is a unique experience; not only is it motivational and fun but it is a highly provocative and thought-compelling! A two-day rollercoaster that will challenge you, inspire you and ultimately it will expand your mind. Whether the significant impact is in your career, your personal relationships, or your everyday life (or indeed all three) you will sense the subtle and profound difference, experiencing a lift in your personal gravitas and of course, enhancing your charisma

Rob Pardon
Training and Development
Initial Washroom Solutions (part of Rentokil Initial Family)
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If you're open to something different and want something to change but not sure what, this is definitely worth your time. Prepare to be taken on an intellectual and emotional voyage of discovery!

I have to say that for a couple of exercises I couldnt explain how they work to make a difference. All I can tell you is that they do and you know they do when youre there. It isnt something that you leave behind at the end either. I know I feel different, even today several weeks on. The feeling isnt as intense but I know its there and I believe it has changed the way I am in a subtle way.

Stephanie Colebrooke
Change Business Partner
AXA PPP Healthcare
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Excellent. Made me realise it's all about me deciding on my frame of mind - be who I want to be when I want. Loved the Gift Box!

Andrew Jones
Head of Sales Capability
Scottish & Newcastle UK

Brilliant! Less a seminar - more a life event' - has given me gifts for life, career, family, everything.

Lorraine Jackson
Head of Strategic Policy
Office of the Legal Services Complaints Commissioner

An Audience with Charisma, I was intrigued what this was all about - I didn't really know but wanted some of it! This course has been amazing - life changing - I can focus on my vision - I have found my inner sparkle, smile and happiness - thank you.

Lindsey Agness
Bestselling Author and Master Trainer of NLP

Nikki Owen has devised an excellent workshop which will unquestionably help anyone whose work will be made more effective by increases in their charisma. This will be of great benefit to senior managers, sales people and all who need to influence others in positive ways.

David Ferrers
Personal Development Coach
PPC Limited

Awe inspiring

Alex Douse
Procurement & Supply Chain Manager
Handfit International

Exciting, classy, challenging - this is an amazing inspirational event

John Martin
Life- Coach for Radio Kent

A journey through your feelings and personal make-up and take stock of where you are today and how to enhance your charisma in the future. I had an open mind going into this and coming out, found that I have a clear mind, addressed a lot of demons and enhanced my energy. The whole seminar was brilliant. This course really helps to develop a better understanding of you and the world around you and how you can apply this to your daily life. Nikki please allow me to thank you as you have changed my life. I can honestly say that I have never been in a situation where it has had such a profound and dramatic life changing experience.

Nick Alvarez
Operations Manager
Siemens

Very interesting new approaches and new ways of thinking. I particularly liked the back up of some of the concepts with logic.

Richard Howells
Manager
HSBC

Varied, interesting, challenging, not run of the mill. Good value. An unusual course I would recommend if you want your beliefs challenged and to hear novel perspectives.

James Surtees
New Product Planning
Schering Plough

This has been a life changing experience for me. It has given me the confidence to take on any challenge and fulfil my dreams. Thank you Nikki so much for sharing this amazing methodology and key to a happier and successful future.

Simon Appleton
Business Change Manager
SWX Swiss Exchange

Fantabulous = Fantastic and Fabulous. Helped me in knowing my true potential and unlimited energy.

Vipin Sharma
AM Risk Advisory Services
EXL

Powerful, fun, energising - professional. Built my confidence and dedication to follow my heart and intuition to be me. Explored a potentially controversial subject in a safe and practical way.

Jules Surtees
Performance Development Director
Mindfruit UK

Incredibly moving - this seminar has created such a dramatic change within me that I've changed every dimension in my life. Has given me a 'power-lift' in my career. I've learned it is totally OK to be myself

Jules Murray
Managing Director
Spider-on-the-Wall Limited
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Beautifully presented, very clear and exciting material. It has challenged some of my sceptical voices and reconnected with my passion for exploring human and my own potential. Nikki 'is a charm' (anagram of charisma). I thought that the wide ranges of ideas were beautifully and clearly presented in a way that was easy to grasp. Most of all it evoked involvement from everyone. What more can you want than to have fun learning something important.

Austin Caffrey
Psychologist
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I can honestly say that I enjoyed the course and found it to be thought provoking and interesting. There was good mix of people and Nikki was a great presenter and course leader.

Daniel Freeman ACA
Director Financial Modelling Limited
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I really enjoyed it. It was stimulating, challenging and fun. I think I'm going to be thinking a lot more about what I've learned here. It's helped me clarify my thoughts and boosted my confidence.

Nerissa Payne
Tax Manager
ATF Group
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Nikki Owen is as good as anyone I've seen

Simon Woodroffe OBE
Founder of YO!,
Ex Dragon from the television programme,
Dragon's Den

When I first met Nikki a few years ago, I was blown away by her energy and inspirational personality

Niina Turunen
Shell Global Customer Service

Nikki Owen is probably the most energetic, enthusiastic and inspirational person I have ever encountered! Truly brilliant, she regularly leaves you speechless with her unique combination of charisma, creativity and caring.

Jo Rheam
Training Manager,
Scope Charity

Every meeting I ever had with Nikki I came away feeling enlightened.

Jonathan Ledwidge
Knowledge Management Manager
ABN AMRO

How can I truly explain the phenomenon that is Nikki Owen? She has that rare ability to create ideas and concepts and then actually make it happen.

Virginia Mead-Herbert Dip M MCIM
Marketing Director
National Pharmacy Association

Professional, well thought out, great supporting materials, polished delivery and quirky venue added to impact. Wonderful to see the impact on others. Nikki's creativity, attention to detail and emotional delivery made for a high impact couple of days. Many, many thanks.

Tom Dunman
Training Manager
Brakes

Very well organised, professional with and eye to detail. Filled me with confidence. Wonderful the way things were explained with great knowledge and compassion. Very excited about going on to implement these tools in my daily life.

Su Jeffery
Studio owner
Body Sculpt

Fantastic. An inspiring, educating and an emotional journey. Very powerful! I thoroughly enjoyed the varied content and most importantly have learnt some wonderful empowering things which will help to shape me into a more charismatic person. Thank you Nikki - wouldn't be possible without you. Your FAB!

Karen Savage
Regional Sales Manager
Office Depot

Fascinating - emphasized the importance of the energetic aspect of everything. A wonderful introduction to the world of energy and how it affects every aspect of human existence - work, relationships, life!

Sue Skinner
Reiki Master

Excellent - a creative programme that allows you to understand what it takes to be truly charismatic. Nikki makes the complex - simple.

Kevin McAlpin
Managing Director
Performance Coaching International

I was a little wary about coming on the course. But I enjoyed myself, learnt a lot about myself and met great people. If you feel there is a time for a change in your life but don't know how to go about it then Nikki will help you to help yourself.

Shavata Singh
Managing Director
Harrods Brow Studio

A very enjoyable 2 days where I got to explore some very personal issues. It has encouraged me to trust my instincts and discover more about my abilities.

Ros Draper
Learning & Development Manager
Tesco

Insightful - I've found myself. Give it a go - you never know what you'll receive as a gift.

Sally Featherstone
Head of Learning
RBS

A way of opening your mind to other ways of thinking... really interesting. Thank you!

Charlotte Morgan
Director
Morgan Lockyer

Interesting and not entirely what I expected. It has opened my mind to new ways of thinking.

Kate Dunham
Financial Planning
Compass Group

An enjoyable, varied and feel good experience that made me feel valued and made me value myself. This was a stimulating and thought-provoking seminar. I left feeling tired but lighter, clearer and calmly confident. Thank you.

Melanie Allen
Coach
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This is not the sort of seminar I would normally chose, but I'm glad I did. I found the 2 days uplifting and insightful. I now have the focus I need to make changes in my life so I can fulfil my potential.

Louise Owen
Nurse
NHS

Very professional, informative and fun. An Audience with Charisma is a unique experience that will move you emotionally and will allow you to develop as a whole person from within.

Areej Abdi
Director
Penta Foods

Nikki Owen presented to Central Essex, Ipswich and Docklands Branch AGM on 19th May 2009 and her presentation was very well received by the attendees. Her charismatic and dynamic style held the audiences attention and resulted in the presentation being very inspirational.

Sam Mott
Chartered MCIPD
MSSP Chairman CIPD

I was made to feel totally supported and safe with Nikki and her Team so that I could fully engage in and explore all the wonderfully crafted exercises on the Charisma Workshop. This truely has been a magical experience for me and has opened my heart, mind and eyes to understand that so much more is achievable with the right intention. This course is beyond any other I have experienced and with its combination of well thought out and sometimes unconventional exercises I thrived on Nikki's mix of teaching techniques.
I have come away with a new found self respect as well as a deep rooted belief that I can achieve all that I set my mind and heart to if I am true to myself.
I found my fellow participants feedback very powerful as it was so carefully delivered to me, with compassion and with the obvious intention to guide me.
This is life changing stuff of the first order. Charisma is such a powerful tool and I am so fortunate to have met Nikki Owen.
Thank you for changing my life in such a positve and constructive way.

Karen Seeberg
Holistic Stylist

Thank you Nikki and your amazing team for the gift of Audience With Charisma. Since the program my energy levels have soared, my out-look feels clearer and brighter and I am re-kindled with a passion to offer my gifts to a larger audience. This means for me being seen and accepted which have always been big hurdles in my life. The benefits are still unfolding. I’m not sure there are sufficient words to describe what can only be called a very magical and generous time.

Sue Bottomley
Executive coach
Channel and corporate insight intuitive

Whilst it has only been a week since I attended, I have found that each day, some of the messages, some of the supportive wisdom from others are still with me. Each day, I have felt the power and energy of the event still washing over me. This is a truly wonderful feeling.

Angela Tickner
Senior Learning and Development Manager
Yell
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I thought the seminar was excellent - very different from anything I have done before - Nikki is extremely professional and inspiring and the team were wonderful - highly recommended.

Anne-Marie Nixon.
Head of Learning and Development
Neopost Limited