Testimonials
Sarah facilitated a great Effective Communication course with AIM.
Her knowledge and experience is excellent. She gave real life examples and I came away with skills and knowledge that I was able to use immediately.
Look forward to being on another course with her soon.
​Andrew Graham – Marine Operations Supervisor; Experience Co​​​​​​
I was in a 2 day course for Effective Communication with Sarah as the Presenter.
Sarah was extremely engaging and delivered the content very well. I walked away
from the course with a whole new perspective and skillset that i have implemented
straight away. The way Sarah delivered the material was second to none.
Thank you Sarah.
Charie Black – Regional Talent Acquisition Specialist; Visy
I have had the privilege of working with Sarah as my Mentor for the past six months,
and I can honestly say that her guidance has been invaluable. Sarah is not only an
expert in her field but also a supportive and kind mentor who has profoundly
impacted my professional growth.
Sarah's deep knowledge of People & Culture fundamentals has been invaluable.
Sarah offered guidance on a number of topics, including planning a Values
workshop, which was instrumental in aligning our team’s goals and fostering a
cohesive culture.
Sarah's adeptness in navigating difficult conversations and skillfully managing
redundancies while ensuring legal compliance rescued me from a challenging
situation, she provided practical steps and strategies that were both insightful and
applicable, ensuring that I was well-prepared to handle these challenging aspects of
P&C management with confidence and care.
Sarah’s mentoring style is characterized by her genuine interest in my development
and her ability to provide guidance that is both empathetic and professional. I
wholeheartedly recommend Sarah to anyone seeking a knowledgeable,
compassionate, and effective mentor in the People & Culture domain. Her impact on
my career has been profound, and I am confident that others will greatly benefit from
her mentorship as I have.
Kassidy Mulley – People and Culture Manager: Plerion
I recently had the pleasure of participating in a virtual Australian Institute of Management Mini MBA for People & Culture professionals, expertly facilitated by Sarah. From start to finish, Sarah demonstrated an exceptional ability to create an engaging and dynamic learning environment, even in a virtual setting.
Her deep knowledge of People & Culture, combined with her practical insights, made the content not only relevant but also immediately applicable to our roles. Sarah's facilitation style is both inclusive and inspiring, encouraging active participation and thoughtful discussions among participants.
What truly stood out was her dedication to ensuring that everyone had a meaningful learning experience. She was always approachable, providing valuable feedback and support throughout the program. Sarah's ability to connect theory with real-world application was impressive, making complex concepts accessible and understandable.
I highly recommend Sarah as a facilitator.
Sam Freeman – Senior HR Business Partner, NSW Ministry of Health
Sarah was fantastic, her experience and skills are evident across all areas of the course content including facilitation. I’m so happy we got to work with her- her expertise is appreciated. The course content was great and excellent resources.
Student feedback - Mini MBA for People & Culture
Sarah was an excellent presenter. It is hard to present such a course via Teams/Skype but she did an excellent job at keeping us on task and making it so interactive. Sarah would have to be up there with the best that I have seen.
Student feedback - HR Essentials short course
Sarah delivered a leadership course which I attended. I have to say it was one of the
more interesting courses that I have been to. Sarah was happy and open to
discussion and helpful to everybody. I felt that this was one of the rare occasions that
I’ve actually learnt some valuable information that was an applicable to my day-today work and career.
Sarah is a great facilitator interesting and engaging, was an
excellent course to attend, which I was more to Sarah‘s delivery abilities, rather than
the course itself.
Niki Bruno – Occupational & Business Psychologist, Management Consultant,
People & Culture & Learning & Development SME; Downer Group
Sarah did a fantastic job facilitating our ‘United Leadership Team’ session! There was a good balance of activities and data that kept everyone engaged and added depth to the discussion.
Sarah expertly guided the discussion, maintaining focus and allowing time for meaningful dialogue, while ensuring the group achieved all desired outcomes. I enjoyed Sarah’s dynamic approach and appreciated the creative adjustments made to keep things fresh. Truly an impactful session that resonated with everyone in the room!
Meg Palion – Head of People & Culture, Barenbrug​​​​​​​
Sarah has delivered a series of communication and presentation skills development
training programs for Harmers Workplace Lawyers. Sarah is engaging and
knowledgeable, and her courses have been highly valued by all levels of staff (from
secretaries through to senior managers).
Jane Kewin – Strategic & Corporate Communications; Harmers Workplace Laywers
I recently had the opportunity to participate in one of Sarah’s leadership courses, and
I express my recommendation for her expertise and teaching prowess. Sarah’s
delivery style was exceptional. Not only did she exude enthusiasm and knowledge,
but she effortlessly engaged all participants, making the experience captivating.
The course content was meticulously crafted and comprehensive. Sarah also
integrated her own real-life experiences into the discussions, providing invaluable
insights and practical examples which enhanced my understanding of the topics
being addressed and gave relevance.
If you are new to leadership I wholeheartedly recommend Sarah’s leadership course,
her passion, expertise and engaging teaching style is a learning experience not to be
missed. I’m looking forward to putting my learning into practice.
Cathy Savage – Administrative Coordinator; Snowy Hydro Limited
I recently completed a leadership course that Sarah facilitated, which I found to be invaluable. She connected theory to practice by drawing on her own leadership experience and knowledge of people and culture, making the content relatable and actionable.
Her practical insights were very helpful and she fostered an environment that encouraged open dialogue between all participants. I would recommend Sarah to anyone seeking to improve their leadership skills.
Stuart Mitchell – Senior Project Engineer, Lendlease
I recently completed an effective communication course with Sarah Hochholzer, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. Sarah has an incredible talent for making complex communication strategies approachable and actionable. Her engaging teaching style, coupled with her depth of knowledge, made the learning experience both enjoyable and transformative.
She has a remarkable ability to connect with her students, fostering an open and motivating environment that encourages growth. Each session left me feeling inspired and equipped with practical tools to enhance my communication skills.
Michael Bartlett – Team Leader, H-E parts International cooling division
I highly recommend Sarah Hochholzer as a leadership consultant. I had the pleasure
of working with Sarah recently, and her engaging approach truly stood out. Sarah
has a remarkable ability to bring out the best in people and leverage their individual
experiences towards building effective leadership skills. Her insights and guidance
were invaluable in helping our people develop stronger leadership abilities.
Sarah’s passion for empowering others is evident in every interaction, making her an
exceptional asset to any organisation seeking to enhance their leadership
capabilities.
Mike Mason – Regional Manager Program Manager, Downer Group
I am happy to write a LinkedIn recommendation for Sarah, who delivered an effective
communication course that I attended last week. Sarah is a skilled and experienced
trainer who knows how to engage and inspire her audience. She taught us various
techniques and strategies to improve our communication skills, such as active
listening, assertiveness, feedback, and persuasion. She also provided us with
practical exercises and scenarios to apply what we learned in real-life situations.
Sarah was always supportive, friendly, and professional throughout the course. She
gave us constructive and personalized feedback that helped us grow and develop
our communication abilities. I highly recommend Sarah to anyone who wants to learn
how to communicate effectively and confidently. She is a great asset to any
organization that values communication and collaboration
Nabeel Mahmood – Business Applications Portfolio Manager: Latrobe Health
Services
Sarah was great, she tailored the content to what we needed for our specific projects back in our jobs and always made sure our questions were answered. She is very knowledgeable and made sure we understood changes that were outside her background of HR.
Student feedback - Change Management short course