Working with Faye on our Management Development Programme has been genuinely transformative for our group. Her sessions are the opposite of “death by PowerPoint”- interactive, engaging, and grounded in real-world leadership practice.
Faye takes the time to understand our organisation and always tailors the programme to the needs of our managers. Her influencing skills create a supportive space where everyone contributes, and her depth of knowledge shines through in every discussion.
We consistently see managers leave her sessions more confident, capable, and motivated. Faye is a brilliant partner and a trusted source of insight. I’d happily recommend her to any organisation looking to develop strong, people-centred managers.
Anushka Bakshi – Chief People Officer, The Celnor Group
Fayes dedication and professionalism are evident on every aspect of her work, and I can not commend her highly enough. Operating in the challenging & fast-paced world of film and TV, Faye displays flexibility and an exceptional ability to connect with diverse audiences.
She is able to connect with both Cast & Crew members in meaningful ways, ensuring the sessions are not only impactful but also tailored to the unique dynamics of our industry
Note to all: To give context if not familiar with the industry, these training sessions range from Crew: so anyone from Hair & Makeup, Costume, Electricians & Carpenters, to Sound, Lighting and everything in between, Heads of Departments, Cast & Lead Cast – A-listers to you, me & Filmmakers – the writers, producers, execs)
Julliet Okpanachi: HRD EMEA, Netflix
Faye helped drive through organisational change by developing the executive team with a high degree of integrity, skill and personal drive. We achieved a great business outcome that kept the levels of leadership and employee engagement very high.
Steve Haines Former BT Group Director
Faye was Head of OD at DevCo, a division of the Spirit Group, which grew from 5 sites to c. 80 in 2 years. She delivered a people plan which helped the business grow at a fast rate whilst still holding on to its core values. She is personable, great with people and was a pleasure to work with.
Ed Standring Operations Director The Spirit Group
Faye designed and delivered a Leadership Development programme for me. She completely understood the remit and tailored a programme to suit our business which included activities focusing on issues relative to our organisation. I highly recommend Faye. In addition to the content, Faye’s business acumen, coaching style, and cheerful disposition, created a successful programme with very positive feedback from all those attending.
Janene Langley Head of HR at Core Communications Retail Ltd
Faye’s insight and bespoke business development sessions helped identify strategies that accelerated our business growth far beyond our expectations. Initially I thought her expertise would help ease a few bottlenecks, instead we’ve managed to over achieve on our annual goal by £200k and still created more quality time with our loved ones. Thank you so much.
Andrew Wheatley, Company Director, 4WOOD THINKING
Delegates feedback
Delegates consistently say about Fayes facilitation style
- Overall Positive Experience: Participants consistently find the team and management development programmes highly worthwhile, engaging, and valuable for their professional and team
- Collaborative and Safe Environment: Attendees appreciate the collaborative setting and the safe space provided to share experiences and ideas.
- Effective Facilitation: Faye’s delivery and enthusiasm are consistently praised, with participants noting her openness, responsiveness, and ability to keep the group engaged
- Personal Growth: Attendees felt more confident in their roles, equipped with new tools and a better understanding of their own and their teams management styles.
Specific Feedback
Honestly had the best two days with an even better group of people ( who I will be keeping in contact with beyond this ) , Faye Dykes is a gem , she takes you right out of your comfort zone over the two days but makes it an absolutely amazing , productive and very informative experience. She is an absolute credit to the group’s MDP training programme. I personally have learned so much from her and I personally can’t speak highly enough of Faye
Chris Stevenson – Operations Manager, Mattest Site Solutions
Having been on similar courses in the past, they were “death by powerpoint”. Faye (9 Zero Development) far-exceeded my expectations, the course was thoroughly engaging, full of really useful content with the theory explained without technical jargon, real examples were provided of how the various theories apply to the real world and when and how they help us as Managers, get the best out of our teams. For anyone who is unsure if this is the right course for them, dive in feet first – you will get a lot out of it! Thanks Faye!
Zak Davidson Sales Manager Riverside
This was one of the most impactful courses I’ve attended in my career so far, and personnel management was / is definitely a weakness in my skillset. I now feel I have the tools and most importantly the inspiration to become a better manager and motivate and inspire my people.
Tim Mayall. Senior Geo Environmental Consultant. Brownfield
