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Clients

Clients of Halland Solutions include:

• Cancer Service Networks
• Army Medical Service
• Civil Service
• Coaching and Therapy Training Organisations
• General Practices
• Higher Education Establishments
• Midland Bank
• NHS Acute Trusts
• Outdoor Clothing Manufacturer
• Primary Care Trusts
• Social Services
• Strategic Health Authorities

Testimonials

Was the Course effective?

Undoubtedly, yes! As a group, we transformed into more confident, happier and more able people. Many of us have since moved onwards and upwards into even more senior or diverse positions.

As an individual I have continued to apply my new knowledge and understanding to the workplace. Of particular benefit to me has been the ability to recognise my strengths, weaknesses and preferred way of working. This has enabled me to recognise, respond and adapt to those qualities in others, especially those people with whom I work most closely.

Would I recommend Barbara Bradbury / Halland Solutions to others?

Definitely, yes!

With Barbara I finally found someone who enabled me to successfully apply management theory to practice.

My organisation has recently commenced on another large restructuring exercise and I was one of the first clusters of affected staff groups. As part of my preparation when applying for a new position, I revisited the work we did with Barbara – yet again it proved beneficial and I was promoted to my preferred choice of available posts.

In summary I have gone from someone who remained suspicious about ‘management gurus’ to being a convert – the theories remain the same – the key was finding the right facilitator. Barbara was, and is, in my opinion, that person.

Lesley Nolan
Sutton, Surrey

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Mentor

There was a point in my career when I hit a brick wall and glass ceiling simultaneously; I obviously needed a mentor but I could not find someone who met my needs at the time.

A senior colleague recommended Barbara Bradbury of Halland Solutions. So, we set up an initial meeting and agreed how to work together. Barbara acted as my professional mentor for four years. During that time Barbara was always supportive and informative and at times could be challenging if I did not pull my weight (which was just what I needed).

The mentoring sessions allowed to me to explore my own development needs and future career path. As a result, I was able to move onto new pastures and have not looked back.

Nicky Besag, NHS Manager.

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Clinical Supervision

''I have had the opportunity to undergo clinical supervision in a group of 4 or 5 people for the past 3 years with Barbara. I have found this an excellent way of coping with the stresses of a working day within an emotionally charged specialism. The clients I meet on a daily basis are coping with a terminal diagnosis and the many psychosocial and physical problems this can bring.

Barbara's expertise at focusing the discussion and time management ensure that all involved gain from each session. Initial concerns related to sharing confidential information and feelings and trusting others in my group were quickly resolved by the professional way the group is facilitated. I have learnt a great deal through sharing my experiences and listening to others; we problem solve each other’s topics wherever possible. We have also had some sessions led by Barbara on assertiveness and other coping strategies that I have been able to utilise in difficult situations. I find clinical supervision a valuable support to enable me to deal with my role as a CNS.''

Julia Lowes, Clinical Nurse Specialist

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Management Supervision

''Managerial Supervision has, for me, been an invaluable experience both professionally and personally. I have often said that it’s like having my own lifestyle guru! It allows in depth discussion and analysis of problem areas as well as providing an opportunity to reflect on success.

From a leadership perspective, the Clinical Supervision that my team receives has provided the team with additional support and a professional forum for problem solving. As a result there are clear examples of improved communication within the team and a greater level of understanding of role dynamics.''

Jo Johnson, Senior Manager

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Coaching Workshop

I really enjoyed the small and friendly group attending Barbara's workshop. It was a pleasure to meet Barbara, who was very approachable and helped us to learn how to improve our life. The small group encouraged us to participate even though I call myself shy in public speaking.

Dr Ambalal Patel, G.P.

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Coaching

I found my coaching sessions with Barbara enjoyable and helpful. Having initially believed I did not need coaching, I discussed some of the relationships in my personal and working life that needed to be improved. Barbara referred to the transactional analysis model during her coaching and this was very useful in helping me to understand what was happening in these relationships and how I and/or others were stuck in a situation of often playing the role of either parent or child, rather than 'adult'. This realisation has helped me to change two of my close family relationships and my relationship with my boss at work. So, thank you very much Barbara.

P.D.
Manager

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Supervision and Developmental Support.

I first met Barbara in 2003, at a clinical leadership programme organised by Wandsworth PCT. She was the course leader.

Barbara is easy to get on with and works in an open, relaxed and flexible way while still being structured. She is non-judgemental and respects the views of others. She is also honest, open, committed and reliable.

The course was very informative and has enabled me to take on the role of managing a nursing team of three nurses, two phlebotomists and one health care assistant at the practice.

Recently I undertook my first attempt at being a project manager. Throughout the project Barbara was my mentor. She supported me with new challenges and helped me to explore my own solutions to problems while sharing ideas of working in an efficient way. She has always shown a great interest in the work I am doing.

Barbara appears to have a wealth of knowledge regarding all aspects of management. She has assisted me in presenting papers, organising project work, preparing an executive summary and a final report.

Karen Gray, Specialist Practitioner (Practice Nursing) and Project Manager for Practice Nursing Project across South West London.

February 2006

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Clinical Supervision

I have found Clinical Supervision a huge resource for either very small issues that go wrong in the day to day course of the professional world or indeed in some major problems. Being non-judgemental and completely confidential, it is a useful resource in providing empowerment in difficult situations. Sessions on assertiveness and Transactional Analysis have been invaluable. It is interesting how eager all the group members are in using their knowledge, to help the person who is having the problem. It is immensely helpful to know that we are not on our own in difficult situations and somehow after Clinical Supervision we often have the courage to confront our problems head-on.

Marretje Miller

CNS

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Mentor & Coach

Barbara has been my mentor and coach for over 7 years. Our sessions have enabled me to look at my strengths and weaknesses, plan and develop my career.

I have become more confident in my abilities and taken on roles and challenges that I doubt I would have contemplated without coaching. The sessions have made me often view situations in a different way, manage difficult relationships and also help me look at my behaviour and how that has contributed to positive and negative situations and develop strategies to move forward professionally and personally. I, like many others, was unsure at the outset of the benefits of having mentoring and coaching but, with an experienced

mentor and coach like Barbara, the benefits reaped cannot be underestimated.

Collette Davies

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Supervision

I have had supervision for the last four years with Barbara Bradbury and have found it very helpful in discussing and working out solutions for difficult issues. Having supervision in a group has the added advantage of being able to share experiences and learning from the other group members. We can raise issues in a safe environment with Barbara, who is the supervisor and a facilitator.

Tarlika Patel

Information Manager

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