What Others Say
Testimonials from some of Patrick's many participants.
Patrick also devoted attention to mentoring and coaching teams to find their way to success.
Chris Cottrell
Talent Sourcing Director
"His advice and instruction were instrumental in the success of my team and I cannot thank him enough for the wisdom he continuously shared at our weekly one on ones.
I still reflect on our conversations years later. If you have an opportunity to work with Patrick, take it! I assure you - you will be better for it."
Noah Bertelson
Entrepreneur
"While Patrick did teach me many new things about life and the world around me, the main thing I discovered was about myself.
I discovered my strengths, what I was capable of, and what I wanted from life. After working with Patrick, I view the world through a different lens, one where I am not a victim, where I am not only responsible for my own circumstances but capable of changing them."
Carol Patrick, Ph.D.
Vice President of Development at
Visiting Nurse Association
"As a former colleague of Patrick Whalen’s, I can attest to his professionalism, insight, and pure human decency. He is a lifelong learner who transforms what he’s learned not only to personal growth but also to encourage the growth of others.
Functioning as a mentor, trainer, or coach – he is compassionate, well-prepared, and creative in communication. In relationship with Patrick, there is high autonomy and high accountability, resulting in successful achievement."
John Spomer
Training & Development Executive
"After working with Patrick for over 20 years, I can wholeheartedly recommend him for virtually anything that touches the training and development field. Simply stated, Patrick is the finest and most creative training pro that I have ever had the pleasure to work with.
He possesses all of the skills that are required in a fast-paced business environment: he is a proven expert at determining training needs and developing curricula to address those needs; his technical skills are off the chart amazing; and lastly, Patrick possesses exceptional project management skills necessary to keep the process on track and on schedule.
These skills make him my first (and only) choice for training projects requiring a detailed multi-faceted technical solution...be it via the web, video-based, or in a smartphone format. Without reservation, Patrick has my highest recommendation . . . he is tops
in his field."
Jim Derr
Recruitment Leader
"I often used Patrick as a sounding board and to help organize various Standard Operating Performance (SOP) modules for my department. Plain and simple, Patrick made me look good on several occasions.
Patrick’s team would develop training guides and lectures for staff and administrators alike, with audiences greater than 150, and his staff was impeccable in doing so.
Patrick is a stand-up guy! I recommend him for any endeavor he feels he wants to pursue."
Lora Iossi
Entrepreneur
"Patrick was both my mentor, my mentoree, and my work colleague at the same time. I found Patrick always willing to listen to situations, scenarios, and hypotheticals in my work and in my personal life. We participated together as mentors/mentoree in a sort of ‘dance,’ instantly and seamlessly switching roles as the situation required it.
He aided me and I assisted him. I have always felt that to be a good mentor, you first have to be a good student; willing to attempt challenging goals and enter into arenas that are sometimes uncomfortable. Patrick learned well and taught even better.
He mentored many people in the organization and was a catalyst for several people to reach new heights in their professional careers. My position was stressful and at times took its toll on me, but with Patrick’s support and attentive audience, I could find in myself qualities to use to tackle tough issues.
I can easily recommend a coaching relationship with Patrick if you want to realize your life’s potential in a meaningful and genuine manner."
