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Here’s what Chris’s clients have to say…

“I went into the entire concept of using a coach/advisor with some trepidation and skepticism. What I have come out with is a true sense of the value that is possible when you work with the right person. Chris was insightful, clear and thoughtful. He challenged my assumptions and pushed me out of my comfort zone. He helped me to take a hard look in the mirror and then work with what I saw. We have made significant (hard) changes within our business all of which are now bearing fruit and most of which would not have come about without Chris’ input. I strongly recommend Chris to those looking to overcome obstacles and move to the next level.”
- Dave Bryan, Owner, BlackDog Builders, Salem, New Hampshire

“Chris Stanton provides a unique insight into the sometimes delicate combination of hardcore business strategy and the fact that all business is personal. Chris has been instrumental to the growth of our company, both in terms of revenue and business capability. He has pushed us to evolve out of bad yet comfortable habits (“the way we’ve always done it”) into a much more accountable, productive, and efficient company. Most significantly, he helped us get to the heart of what makes our company unique and the strength that lies therein. We consider him one of our most trusted advisors and couldn’t recommend him more highly. His experience and expertise make him an invaluable resource for any business looking to grow, weather a tough economy, or just become better and more efficient.”
- Ben & Jesse Ladomirak, Owners, Teevan Restoration, San Francisco, CA

"I really appreciate the work KSG has done for my company over this past year. Especially with my management team. They are a far more cohesive group and thus a lot more effective. This has done wonders for my level of trust and confidence in their willingness and ability to take more responsibility for our day-to-day operations. It is critical to the future success of our company that they grow together as a team. Chris Stanton brings a powerful blend of construction business wisdom and innovative methods that get managers to be more results-focused and collaborative. We've gotten a great return on our investment in KSG's consulting services thus far and will continue to capitalize on services."
- Bill Maudru President, Cello & Maudru Construction Inc., Napa, California

“The work with KSG has done wonders for me personally and professionally.”
- Larry Percivalle, Sales Manager, Plywood & Lumber Sales, Oakland, CA

“I’ve been working with Chris for over four years and our work has transformed the way I approach my business and my life. I was close to quitting what I was doing when we began to meet. Since then Chris has enabled me to view my relationship with my clients, friends and family in a new and different way such that I am able to engage myself utilizing my talents and abilities more often and delegating those things that others can do much better than me. I’m happier, busier and less frustrated now than I used to be. I attribute much of my changed attitudes to the work that Chris and I engaged in, and he continues to challenge me to view my circumstances in a different manner when I inevitably get sucked into my old patterns. Chris knows me and is uncannily aware of how to help me. I highly recommend him. He’s a terrific coach!” - Howard L. Barto, CLU, Financial Advisor, San Ramon, CA

"I’ve worked with Chris Stanton over the last four years. His deep knowledge of the construction industry coupled with great strategic advice has been instrumental in helping me remain successful during this housing recession. Furthermore, Chris showed great wisdom in guiding me through a number of HR/personnel issues.”
- Peter Feinmann, President, Feinmann Inc., Lexington, Mass.

“I truly appreciate the work that you and Lori did with us to make DCB a great company. I will continue to use all the techniques that I’ve learned from KSG for my new company. Thanks also for helping us successfully get through the partnership dissolution.”
- Tony Castillo Jr. President, Castillo & Company Inc., San Jose, Ca.

“Chris is way out on the edge of smart!”
- Dan Tibma, Owner, Tibma Design Build, Newton, Mass.

“I have worked with Chris Stanton for a number of years as we have grown and changed our business. He and his company have helped us understand what it means to be accountable and how to measure it, this has happened in almost all every position in our company. Chris has also been available for reviewing new hires and evaluating their skills and abilities before we have committed to train them for a position that they did not fit, which has saved us untold dollars. Chris helped my former partner and I develop an exit plan, and was instrumental in helping us negotiate a fair and equitable partner split. Chris has been and will continue to be a valuable asset to our company.”
- Chris Donatelli, President, Donatelli Builders, San Jose CA

"First of all let me say thanks to both of you. I am struck by how much we have accomplished on our Strategic Plan. While there is much work to do, we have done far more than I expected, even with the bumps in the road and the day to day sidetracks of business. I'm on the board of a non-profit organization that went through a major strategic planning process around the same time as our planning work together. What you did for Plath & Company is 100x's more effective than what I saw provided by your competitor." - Steve Plath, President, Plath & Company, San Rafael, CA.

“After years of struggling to put together a comprehensive Strategic Plan we turned to KSG. Their True North Planning process allowed us to complete a strategic plan efficiently, and the process was fun, stimulating and empowering. We now have a plan, but equally importantly an ongoing process which keeps it fresh and vital. Thanks for all the great help.”
- Chris Dailey, Partner, Plath & Company, San Rafael, CA

“In my many years here I have watched a number of consultants work the room and you and Jim have been, by far, the most effective.”
- Tom Hall, Partner, Plath & Company, San Rafael, CA

“Your 'Managing by Key Accountabilities' program is the best strategic system I have ever seen in my 40+ years in the corporate world.” - David White, Chairman of the Board, David White & Associates, San Ramon, CA.

“Our guys and managers now get it. They know they need to be accountable.”
- Chris White, President, DWA, San Ramon, CA.

“Our hiring process has greatly improved due your Top Talent Advantage System™. We have saved 1,000's of dollars and cut in half the time it takes to get a new key hire up to speed. My confidence in our process is way up. We make better hires, we communicate better to these people, they get integrated into the organization much faster, and we now have less turnover. I have nothing but great things to say about your system.” - Glen Thomas, Managing Partner, Jones, Henle, & Schunck, San Ramon, CA

“With KSG’s assistance we grew our revenues by 20% last year while shrinking our management staff significantly…It’s inspiring to see Jim and Chris work. They are great coaches.” - Dennis Allen, CEO, Allen Associates, Santa Barbara, CA.

“KSG has been of tremendous value to our company and to each of us personally. We now have the competitive edge we need to succeed in this difficult economic environment thanks to your consulting, executive coaching, leadership development programs and financial management expertise. As we take our company into the future it's been really good to have a team of professionals supporting us. You guys have been a huge help.”- Stephen Nicholls, CEO, Mueller Nicholls Inc., Oakland, CA.

“The manager we hired using your ‘Top Talent Advantage System’ is outstanding! Not only did we hire the right person, we avoided hiring the wrong person. The whole process helped us clarify what the job was, what successful performance of that job needed to be, and how to find and develop the right individual for that job.” - Tom Davison, Davison Remodeling Specialists, Sonoma, CA.

“You have no idea how much your coaching has positively impacted both our lives.” - (Wife of a coaching client)