Judi Clements Training & Development

Here’s what Judi Clements’ clients are saying about her training & keynotes.

Elaine Angelo, Training Manager, DeCrescente Distributing, Inc. 

After bringing Judi Clements to our company, our Sales, Office and Operations management teams are better equipped to handle the many challenges that Supervisors encounter in today’s business climate.  Her Supervisory Training Program contained a comprehensive approach to the skills and behaviors required of managers and leaders.  Beginning with the transition into Supervision and how to document performance, address employee issues, and working with HR, Judi led our management teams through over 20 modules, including a Review presentation at the end of each of the major sections.  Each management team member was required to complete a Training & Development Toolkit that asked about the skills they learned and how they would apply them back on the job.  Additionally, Judi required them to meet with their immediate supervisor to discuss what they had learned so that everyone was involved in the learning process.Regardless of the job title, supervisory experience or exposure to professional development, everyone was addressed by Judi with respect, compassion and humor.  Judi has the ability to “bridge the gap” with all types of participants to ensure a safe environment for learning, sharing of experiences, and fun group exercises.  I found her to be an engaging and flexible facilitator whose only concern was for the participant.  Our business is ever-changing, and Judi was always willing to accommodate us and our needs.

 Marianne Nasso, Director of Human Resources at Colonie Youth Center

"Judi is one of the best trainers that I have had the pleasure to work with. My introduction to Judi began when we worked together at Corporate Health Dimensions. Years later when I was at another company, we had some training needs. I knew immediately who to call. We hired Judi and once again she proved to be a skilled trainer who got the job done. I highly recommend Judi if you or your company is in need of a trainer who is articulate, knowledgeable, and motivating. She is able to make a presentation fun and informative.”

Janet Tanguay, Chief Creativity Coach at Art n Soul

“Judi engages an audience like nothing I've ever seen. From small groups to large audiences, Judi is motivating, captivating, engaging, dynamic and all the while never loses her sense of humor. Judi has worked on presentations for me both at Manpower and the Albany Chamber on topics from customer service to growing your business. I greatly respect and admire her expertise and recommend her enthusiastically.”

Alissa Quinn, First Vice President / Investments at UBS Financial Services, The Quinn Group

"I have worked with Judi since 1986, when she helped me with my very first public speaking engagement. I credit Judi with helping me get all the way to the National Level in a public speaking contest, where I spoke to a group of over 400 women at the age of 23, a springboard experience for my seminar speaking as a Financial Advisor. More recently, I hired Judi again to facilitate my "Professional Women's Network" with her expertise in group dynamics. I would highly recommend Judi for her outstanding results, professional integrity and expertise in group development.” 

Diane Lustenader, President, Lake Associates

"Judi Clements has exceptional success in engaging and motivating her training participants and presentation audiences. As I trainer, I appreciate the preparations Judi invests to make all her engagements achieve their learning goals and for participants to leave with new skills they apply on the job immediately. I enthusiastically recommend Judi." 

Donald G. Purdy, Director of University at Albany School of Business' Weekend MBA

“I hired Judi to do some training for a CPA firm with which I worked in the mid-90s and was very impressed with what she provided. Combining her keen insight and extensive knowledge with a witty sense of humor, she made learning an extraordinarily memorable experience for the accountants in the room. I would not hesitate to work with Judi again!”

Edward Parham,  Director of Public Relations/Senior Copywriter at Rueckert Advertising & Public Relations

"Judi has provided media training on a number of occasions to my clients at the agency -- and I've also sat through  her class at my last position with the American Lung Association. She is extremely talented and a wonderfully gifted communicator. I'd recommend her without hesitation!” 

Mike Southern, Human Resources Manager, Intermagnetics:

Judi Clements worked closely with our Human Resources Department to craft an 18-hour program that could answer the varied needs of our supervisors.  Judi presented all the sessions throughout the country & got excellent reviews.  The training was well received and recognized by our supervisors for its interactivity and practicality. Judi was able to deliver an excellent program for us, within a tight time frame.   We look forward to other projects with Judi Clements Training & Development.

Laura Lane, Program Director Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce:

I have been fortunate enough to experience Judi Clements’ high energy and captivating programs as both a participant and as a program coordinator. After having heard one of Judi programs, she was the first person I thought of when planning a leadership training session. And as I expected, Judi was a perfect fit for our group.

Christina M Salgine, Marketing Director, Beacon Pointe:

Your program provided some light-hearted and much needed laughter. The fact that it revolved around common life experiences that all could identify and laugh with was priceless. Everyone enjoyed the program and would love to have you come back again

Judith C. Drake, PHR, Human Resources Manager, Tompkins Country SHR M Conference:

The Board heard many wonderful comments about your closing presentation.  It was a fantastic presentation to close the day on.

Kathy Adam, Assistant Director for Public Service, Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library:

Judi provided a workshop on "Clutter Management for Busy People" combining practical solutions with a sense of humor that truly engaged our staff. Too often training sessions for staff are not effective because while the informational content may be excellent, the presentation is dry and non-interactive. Judi's unique style involves everyone in activities and the sharing of ideas which is exactly what we hope to accomplish at a staff development day.

Karin Thorne, Technical Assistance and Quality Manager, New York State Industries for the Disabled, Inc.:

Judi has been an integral part of NYSID’s TIP (Training and Information Program) since 2005. Her knowledge, creativity, energy, and humor create an atmosphere where professional participants are comfortable interacting and sharing while learning about key business issues. Judi’s willingness to research and design courses that are relevant to our members is a big plus.

BST Advisory Network class on “How to Handle Difficult Situations”:

• Liked the openness of the class
• Liked the discussion with specific examples
• Found it helpful to go through and identify the different styles of problem communication
• Great interaction and comments from all the participants

Albany-Colonie Chamber of Commerce Women’s Business Council Symposium on Excellence:

• Liked the interactive approach
• Entertaining and engaging – very personable and great insight
• Everyone was involved and participating
• She really spoke to my life situation. 
• I enjoyed Judi’s approach and her use of humor to engage people of all generations. 
• Great to learn about this wonderful resource in our community – thanks Judi!
• I love all of Judi’s seminars!
• I would love to have Judi speak at my company!

Leadership Columbia County Opening Retreat using the Myers Briggs Personality Type Indicator:

• Judi was great, she brought a great energy to the group and kept it interesting; the personality tool provided a very different and eye-opening experience.
• Enjoyed the lighthearted learning.  Enjoyed the changing of group dynamics.  Liked the support for diversity and expression of differences.
• Loved Judi’s enthusiasm.  Learning about my personality type and that there is a reason why I do some things I do.  Learning that people have different personality types & that I have to learn to tolerate other personalities better.  Appreciated the interactions & fun ways Judi has to help us learn.

Columbia Greene JSEC presentation “Attitude, Your Most Precious Possession”:

• She was awesome! Energetic & Interesting!
• Fantastic presentation! It was very informative and truly opened my eyes to the way I look at everything.  I benefited tremendously by attending.
• Great speaker:  very uplifting and enjoyable.  Judi is the reason I came!
• Judi is excellent – Have her return with other presentations!
• Judi is great – the best speaker to deliver great information.

NYSNA Conference “Conflict Management Toolbox”:

• Very concrete practical ways to look at conflict;  Involved audience
• Great!  I loved it!
• Program moved very quickly.  A lot of information presented.
• Best so far
• Speaker very effective, lots of energy, good connection
• Good content and entertaining,, as well as, informative presentation
• Interacting very, helpful

Leadership Institute at First National Bank of Scotia, NY:

• Having this insight is an advantage for anyone who has to work with people, and it will have a positive impact on my co-workers as well as my employees. Understanding the basis behind how people interact, their personalities, and how my management style will affect the rapport I build and the supervision strength that I portray will help me both personally and professionally. 
• This training made me realize that I had "lost" my empathy for the "new kid on the block"   I had forgotten that I, too, was once the new manager who was presented with employee "situations" that had already been established long before I entered the scene.  Now that I've been gently reminded, I have more empathy and willingness to help out the new guy
• I am more comfortable now when dealing with negative issues. This program has made me aware of the fact that if I ignore a situation, it doesn’t make it go away. I now make it a point to remember to compliment people when they have done a good job and this makes it easier to talk to them about their performance when it is less than what I expect.
• I am taking away that I need to change my current conflict management style. You can’t change anyone; you can change your behavior. As a supervisor, I set the tone for my employees.
• The biggest thing I learned was to document positive and negative employee performance and, if need be, write up a formal document. Judi was an excellent instructor. She kept the classes interesting and made feel comfortable.
• I have learned many things from this program.  Some things I have already implemented.  The biggest thing that I have to work on is my self esteem.  I know I have to be more forceful and delegate more. 
• The class I believe will be most helpful to me was on documentation and discipline.  Discipline was always hard for me, as I do not like conflict.  Keeping a performance log will be something I will take away from this class.
• The most important thing that I am taking away from the entire program is the concept of effective communication.  Excellent communication skills were a central theme throughout all of the sessions. Effective communication is the key to all healthy relationships.   The notebook will be an excellent and valuable resource in the future, and I want to thank Judi for making the class fun, interesting, and a relaxing environment in which to learn. 
• What I have taken away from the whole program is to "stop and smell the roses".  Stop and take the time to properly address situations-whether positive or negative.  If you take care of your employees-counseling, coaching, communicating, etc and they're happy, there will be a reward in the end.