Our client relationships are collaborative. Based on trust, this mutual connection fosters a joint commitment to both agreed outcomes and the value of the ongoing alliance. Satisfaction is when our clients refer us to their networks.
Although specific client details are confidential, the work we do has been in the following sectors, at a local or global level, or with individual executives: aviation, banking, beverages, building materials, consultant engineering, education, financial services, government, hospitals, health insurance, investment management, investment banking, insurance, legal, logistics, media, oil & energy, professional services, private equity, sports marketing, superannuation and resources.
What clients say …
“When I was told you had agreed to be the program mentor I was thrilled. I have been very fortunate in my time with the organisation. The advice and tools you helped me to develop in my role several years ago have helped me build my credibility with the Board and the organisation’s investors.” (CFO, ASX-Listed Corporate)
“Just letting you know this is great. I ran it [Board CV] past a friend of mine who recruits for Russell Reynolds and he thought it was perfect.” (CFO, ASX-Listed Corporate)
“Working with Dianne fundamentally changed the way I think about and now manage my career. Her thoughtful insights helped me better understand and acknowledge my strengths, and become more purposeful about defining my career objectives and building networks and pathways to help me get there. Dianne is a great communicator. Her sense of calm combined with her steely resolve provided space for clarity, honesty and action.” (Asia-Pacific Chief Credit Officer, Ratings Agency)
“No way in the world, I would have written a CV this way which is the reason why you do what you do. Old adage ‘one does not know what they don’t know’” (President and Group COO, Executive Director, Joint-Venture Chair and NED. Currently CEO for an ASX-listed company)
“I very much agree about the importance of a leader having a coach like you supporting role transition and also working in difficult contexts like you did for me.” (Senior Executive, Leading Business School)
“Thanks Dianne, and of course this [chair appointment] is assisted by the support and advice you have provided over the years, and up the career ladder!” (NED, Board Chair, Board Sub-Committee Chair)
“What a tremendously informative and insightful workshop you delivered to leading women executive members of Amcham Shanghai today – well done!” (Committee Co-Chair Women’s Executive Network for American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai and Partner of Global Law Firm)
“That was a great session [new board transition]. Thank you for the thought you put into it. You pitched it just right and deftly facilitated. I was impressed with how the group [board] responded.” (Executive Officer, Professional Institute)
“Thank you for the work in uplifting these two documents - both are sharper and more focused.” (Non-Executive Director, Chair Non-Profit Board, Lawyer)
“Thanks, Dianne - you were instrumental in helping me build a strong foundation for Board roles!” (Board Chair, Sub-Committee Chair, NED)
“Just wanted to convey my deepest thanks to you for supporting me in this journey. While another great leader was selected, this journey and all my interaction with you and the preparations towards this really helped my growth personally and professionally. I wanted to send you a special thank you note.” (Regional CFO, ASX-listed Corporate)
“Thanks for today, it was an awesome session that got them thinking. The team are chatting to each other super excited! Lots of positive feedback.” (Global C-Suite Executive and Sponsor of a Women’s Leadership Development Program, ASX-Listed Company)
“I’m absolutely delighted with the output and so worth the investment and glad I asked you to do it … A couple of people who offered to help said I was in good hands when I mentioned you were doing my CV!” (Senior Strategy Executive, top-5 ASX Listed Company)
“Just thought I would pass on a little bit of positive feedback I received on my board CV. The board that I am about to join is conducting an evaluation of its board and I have been included as the evaluation team want to understand where the new board members will fit in. I was complemented on my excellent ‘capabilities based’ CV. Thought you should share the congratulations. Thanks again.” (Non-Executive Director)
“I am delighted to let you know that I have been offered a position on the board. They told me they were impressed with my written application when I arrived for my interview. Thanks so much for helping me and the interview tips!” (Non-Executive Director, Consultant and Executive Manager)
“No wonder you get the testimonials that you do. Thanks Dianne. Very helpful. This is exactly what I need right now.” (Non-Executive Risk and Audit Committees)
“Both the Mock Interview and your guidance and tips for interviewing were very helpful and I felt well prepared. All went well on the day.” (Health Sector Executive and Aspiring Non-Executive Director)
“I can see the level of detail that you went into and how you have put such thought into every word. Your research was so thorough, thank you. You have made me sound pretty good!” (CEO, Non-Profit Foundation)
“Wow, I am impressed! Very nice narrative indeed. Thank you so much Dianne. Really happy with the work you have done.” (Regional Director, NYSE-listed company)
“Dianne - thanks SO much. I am delighted with this! I feel like I can comfortably and proudly stand behind this.” (Consultant and Aspiring Non-Executive Board Sub-Committee Member)
“On initial reading, the Board CV is excellent. I’m very happy.” (Consultant and Aspiring Director, AgriBusiness)
“Thanks so much for completing this so efficiently, I appreciate it. You have crafted a great narrative that resonates with my values and the impact I’m seeking to have as well as outlining my skills.” (Business Consultant and Aspiring Director)
“Thanks Dianne, great. Everything much sharper and more focused now, thank you.” (Chair, Advisory Boards and Non-Executive Director)
“Along with two other consultants, Women on Boards recommended Dianne Jacobs to support my efforts in crafting a CV and preparing for an interview in applying for a Non-Executive Director position. I immediately felt comfortable with Dianne - such a wealth of experience! Dianne’s assistance was invaluable - practical, targeted and insightful. I was impressed with her personal interest in my quest, clearly researching my company targets and broadening my perspective through her research. Her support gave me confidence to succeed as she skilfully drew out important parts of my experience that related to the role. With Dianne’s gentle guidance, I crafted a CV and cover letter which led to interview where I was able to call on genuine practical examples, demonstrating my transferable skills and clinical governance strengths. I have been in the role for three months and loving it.” (Non-Executive Director)
“Thanks again for the contribution you make to encouraging new directors – your advice is very practical and valuable. I look forward to our paths continuing to cross.” (Non-Executive Director and participant of On Boards mentoring circle)
“… let me say that you have been extraordinary as a leader of the committee and I do applaud your energy and intelligence.”(Committee Colleague, Consultant)
“With many thanks for your support and guidance while I was working through difficult aspects of the Presidency.” (President, Medical Association and Non-Executive Director)
“She combines high levels of pragmatism and the ability to successfully navigate the most senior levels of the corporate world, with equally high levels of awareness of and sensitivity to the systemic issues that link organisational and human performance. An articulate and thoughtful mentor, coach, problem solver, communicator, author, Dianne’s experience and skill in fostering a diverse range of talent, and her ability to generate practical, achievable solutions, brings tangible benefits to those who work with her.” (Principal Consultant)
“Many thanks for yesterday’s event which was immensely informative and helpful. You managed to convey a great deal in the session.” (Special Counsel, Law Firm)
“Thank you for your priceless insights. I wanted to thank you again for the two sessions with USyd MBA. You have been very helpful in drawing out some otherwise invisible ways of the board world.” (MBA and Consultant)
“Thanks very much for this Dianne, and it looks great, you have done a terrific job of pulling various threads together.” (Regional CIO and Aspiring Director, Global Investment Bank, Singapore)
“Many thanks for this – I am amazed at the narrative you have been able to craft. I will certainly let you know when I secure my next board role! Thank you once again.” (Non-Executive Director, Consultant, former Chief of Staff ASX top-5 corporate)
"Thanks for all your help Dianne." (Global Chair, Law Firm)
“I always appreciate your perspective and wise counsel.” (NED and Advisor)
“Thanks so much. Great work!! You are a magician with words.” (NED Candidate and Head of Marketing and Communications, Industry Group)
“Thank you very much for your wonderful work with the submission and thank you for your rework which was amazing! You did such a wonderful job with the word limitations.” (Senior Finance Executive)
“I am thrilled with the work you did on my board CV.” (Partner, Major Consulting Firm)
“I have really enjoyed working with you. Your work is excellent and your approach very professional.” (CEO and Director)
“Thanks for the recent work you did with the team - it was highly valued and the team got a lot out of it.” (Department Head, Financial Services during team transition ahead of a corporate acquisition)
“Thank you so much for assisting me to upgrade my CV. I am so grateful. I really like what you have done.” (CEO Sports Organisations)
“I found Dianne to be utterly professional. She demonstrated a keen knowledge of the elements essential to be present in a board-ready CV and was able to guide me in the appropriate method of drafting that content. Dianne was enthusiastic and supportive and made a number of excellent recommendations that were not only practical but also sensible given my particular circumstances. I was delighted to have Dianne as my mentor and would be happy to endorse her to anyone seeking similar guidance and advice.” (Aspiring Non-Executive Director)
“While I was preparing myself for Board work I came across Dianne Jacobs who helped me build my Board CV and coached me around what Boards are looking for and how to prepare myself for it. I found the process really challenged me to think about myself, and what I might bring in a very different (and helpful) way. That reshaping has helped me now build my Board portfolio to 3 over a year.” (Partner Consulting Practice, Major Accounting Firm)
“Dianne was a great coach and I learnt a lot from her structured approach to the mentoring objectives. When starting out on this journey, being able to speak with someone who is knowledgeable of the expectations of boards is such an advantage. Working through an application was an extremely useful approach.“ (Aspiring Non-Executive Director)
“Dianne was a fantastic facilitator making you feel at ease to participate and ask questions. Her method of teasing out your thinking as to what is required in your board resume was fantastic and has given me a lot to think about.” (Participant of an in-house mentoring circle run for an ASX top-5 corporate)
“Dianne was very engaging and pragmatic. She was thought provoking in a safe environment.” (Participant of an in-house mentoring circle run for an ASX top-5 corporate)
“Thanks Dianne, your insights and advice always very much appreciated. Board NED role secured so may get to see you in Melbourne next!” (Non-Executive Director)
“…very, very positive about the process and the insight got from it … the whole team felt comfortable that the task was in good hands … look forward to staying in touch.” (Partner, Private Equity)
“Thanks for a very interesting session. It was exactly what I need at this point and you provided some great structure for me to re-think how I present myself as well as concrete suggestions for next steps” (Non-Executive Director and Mentoring Circle participant)
“I found the day very useful. I thought that not only was the content very helpful, but also the atmosphere – very confidence building. I appreciate the personal attention you gave and the way you handled different personalities. I look forward to our follow up.” (Senior Investment Analyst and Workshop Participant)
“She will see the thought out there and dive into a conversation.” (CEO and Chairman, Consulting Engineering)
“Dianne is an outstanding coach and mentor. I worked closely with Dianne over a 6-month period to define personal and career objectives. She assisted me greatly in adjusting to a new role during this time. I found Dianne’s advice to be clear and practical. Importantly, her knowledge and experience were invaluable to my development and me. I would recommend Dianne to anyone seeking high quality professional coaching.” (Executive Director Client Services, Services)
“Thanks to your practical and tactical advice, I was successful in gaining my promotion.” (Managing Director, Investment Banking)
“Your creative input and new ideas when developing our talent strategy was well accepted by the Executive Committee.” (Global HR Manager, Resources)
“Again the session provided me with lots to think about and focus on. It has been very valuable and I feel inspired.” (Partner, Law)
“Your coaching made a real difference and there has been a noticeable shift.” (Global Manager, Resources)
“I have thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated working with Dianne. She has gently challenged my thinking and approach, which I believe will stand me in good ground to transform my leadership style. Thank you for challenging and stretching me.” (Executive General Manager, Services)
“Working with Dianne delivered tangible, commercial and pragmatic outcomes for me and I found her style to be an appropriate balance of being professional while also being personable. I still refer to the work we did together to keep me focussed on my goals both personal and professional.” (Group Advisor, Resources)
“Women intent on reaching the top in their organisations would do well to read this thoughtful and highly practical article.” (Editor, Ivey Business Journal)
“Thanks for the webinar today. I thought it was excellent; a very practical guide to exactly what we need to do to start making applications.” (MBA 2017)