
CASE STUDIES
4.87/5
Custom Satisfaction Metric
4.84/5
Overall Rating
4.91/5
Instructor Rating
Participant Testimonials:
"Tatiana Astray was a fantastic instructor! Clear, straightforward, and practical. This has been the best internal training I’ve had to date."
"The de-escalation methodology was incredible, and the DESO script will be so useful in my day-to-day work."
"I appreciated the focus on stakeholder mapping and how to say ‘no’ constructively—it’s already changing how I handle my communications."
Recognition of Excellence:
The program’s innovative design, delivery, and outcomes earned organizational recognition within Metrolinx and beyond.
It was nominated for the prestigious Learning Awards in London, celebrating excellence in learning and development.
This nomination underscores:
Organizational Impact: Addressing strategic priorities while achieving measurable outcomes.
Prestigious Standards: Excellence in fostering participant growth and long-term success.
Relevance and Effectiveness: A benchmark-setting combination of practical application and impactful learning strategies.
Metrolinx
Leadership Essentials Workshops
Program Overview:
Dr. Tatiana Astray designed and delivered two-day workshops for Metrolinx employees in collaboration with the Schulich ExecEd team. The workshops focused on Leadership Skills, Psychological Safety, De-escalation Strategies, Effective Communication, and Emotional Intelligence. Each workshop day was delivered seven times, across 14 sessions, to groups of approximately 30 participants.
Program Highlights:
Participants received practical tools and techniques for stakeholder engagement, assertive communication, and conflict de-escalation. These tools were praised for their immediate applicability, empowering participants to handle workplace challenges effectively.
4.92/5
Overall Satisfaction
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