References

Here are a few excerpts from letters of recommendation

About Management Development (12 participants):
Quote: "The program took place in early autumn 2002 and the results were pleasing. Jan Hagness was an efficiently time manager and we were able to define the current status of the management group, and, using various theories and structures, explore our strengths and weaknesses and assess threats and opportunities (SWOT analysis). A plan was available for the first three days, but it was also possible to influence the agenda.
I am responsible for the continuation of these efforts within the management group, and I feel that Jan has been a great sounding board, a partner to discuss management issues with. I have received professional counseling to ensure further development on my home turf. The effect of the action has been good, and the management group has continued its efforts, mostly in regard to the weak points of the group.
Considering the services we ordered, I, the undersigned, am satisfied with our collaboration and the results obtained, and I recommend Jan Hagness as a business development resource. In my opinion, his qualifications and experience are useful in a wide range of applications with regard to development."
Lars Hulth, Supervisor of the Health Care Administration in Sotenäs , S-456 80 Kungshamn, Sweden

Anders Bankler, Employment Office, Tanum:
"Jan's approach in class is characterized by a keen interest in his fellow man, a positive outlook, and an understanding of the situation a person is facing while still maintaining a positive mindset when it comes to the innate ability of everyone to transform themselves and others."

Irene L., Tjörn / Orust
Took part in the course in personal development:
"You are who you are…. And that's good enough!"
Quote: "The fact that Jan D. Hagness has been through ups and downs in life himself gives him an honest and sincere approach. I perceive Jan as being positive, inspiring, unpretentious and having a sense of humor. I appreciate the fact that he doesn't shy away from discussing negative aspects, which is a necessary step towards change. He gently urges us to become aware of our positive and negative sides. We become aware of what we think and say about ourselves so we can change these patterns.
I'm pleased that Jan also includes the spiritual dimension of work and life. Everything we wrote during the course felt important, both at the present time and for the future. I would like to extend my thanks for the many opportunities for discussion. Many a heartfelt sigh and hearty laugh was heard in class. THANK YOU for a super course!"

Solveig Sato, Supervisor for Social Services in Bygdöy/Frogne in Oslo, Norway:

Practically all of the participants awarded the highest marks to the instructors, an indication of how the seminars inspired and motivated people.

Afterwards, the results have been very satisfactory, seen in the context of the seminars. Some 3 to 6 moths after the seminar, 26 out of 35 have shown initiative. 13 have done so completely on their own, i.e. have gotten jobs or have begun some form of education or training. The other 13 individuals are participating in labor market measures.

The Bygdöy/Frogner authorities are very satisfied with the results of the seminars."

About the Insight Center:

For quality management purposes we ask our guests at the Insight Center to fill out an evaluation form where one of the questions is:

"In your opinion, what are the strong points here at the Insight Center?"

A selection of responses from companies such as Volvo Personvagnar Torslanda, HSB, BAFAB, Länsarbetsnämnden, Samhall, AF Sotenäs, AF Tanum, AF Orust/Tjörn, AF Mora, City officials from Sotenäs and Almhult, the Munkedal Health Care Center, Hälsoringen AB:

"Well-planned! The interior, the approach, the environment and the message all work in harmony!"
"Efficient, low-key, flexibility, perfect location!"
"Beautiful environment, friendly reception, "customer focus", conference know-how".
"The light, the location, the sea, the homey atmosphere!"
"Magnificent environment, good company, good food and drink, smiles. This was great!"
"What you've got: Something special, the seaside location, the clean uncluttered interior decorating with a calming, rather than distracting, effect."
"Strategically located facilities providing good food and service."
"Inspiring, useful, different."
"Airy and bright, ventilation was good, access to AV aids, nice chairs, easy access to recreational areas, hygiene facilities, coffee, water, fruit ...and candy!"
"Solitude, one group at a time, quiet, service"
"Don't change a thing!! Keep up the good work!"

More references are available upon request.