Testimonials
“Thad is by far one of the best mentors I have come across. He is not only skilled in creative leadership which is grounded in business knowledge, but he also knows how to impart this through direction and guidance because of his excellent coaching and people skills. His recommendations and suggestions always come from a non-judgmental, empathic approach, leaving you feeling safe to be vulnerable with your specific struggles, knowing that he is always looking out for you.
Thad takes the time to ask you questions to understand your goals and objectives without superimposing his subjective biases and so his advice propels you forward. He’ll meet you where you are and give you tailored advice as to what’s best to do in your situation.
He understands improvement and results come from incremental coaching and not one set of directive orders to carry out with a changed person the next day. This is patient approach to coaching - whether you’re grappling with a business problem or trying to intellectually get your head around an attitude or process in the industry - has led to much clarity.
Thad is real. He doesn’t paint a fake, superior, flawless, picture of himself, and that’s wonderful to know you’re in the hands of another human - a caring one!”
Muneebah Waheed - Muneebah Studio
“I first came across Thad through his Creative Direction classes, which taught numerous invaluable lessons on how to run a creative business, how to be a better designer, how to get more clients and more.
Thad has a great way of providing feedback in a positive way and he is always on hand to answer any questions. Being able to call on someone for advice who has worked at the top level is both reassuring and helps hold you to a higher standard.
With Thad's help, I have gone from being a frustrated part-time designer with no real direction to being able to start my own agency working with awesome clients doing work I love.
I am extremely grateful to count Thad as a mentor and would highly recommend him to any designer or creative looking for direction on how to take your career to the next level.”
- Stephen Oke: Creative Director, Exposuremachine
"Thad is one of the most helpful, caring, and knowledgable mentors I’ve ever had. The combination of his industry experience, easy-going demeanour, and respect for others creates an educational atmosphere that is value-packed yet engaging. During the pilot for Signature Service, Thad showed genuine interest in getting to know all the students and their business goals. His ability to strategise on the spot and customise advice made Q&A sessions priceless, exceeding my usual experiences of “gurus” giving rehashed, generic advice. I’m still in awe at his no-holds-barred approach to freely sharing his time, expertise, and feedback."
- La Neen: Founder of Submimation Studio
“Thad has been an inspirational coach to work with. He exudes positivity, industry knowledge and a true dedication to his craft. A variety of tailored sessions through the years have included brand building, mindset and productivity, and a wealth of progressive digital skills with which I can apply to my own business. His fully tailored approach to the proceedings have always been brutally honest, highly effectual, with lashings of tough love. He takes no prisoners but my goodness does he deliver the goods each and every time.”
- Tom Hancock. Creative. Eat Drink Media.
“Thad is a fantastic business mentor. I’ve learnt so much from him in the time we’ve been working together. Our sessions are always very informative as well as incredibly inspiring - I always come away with tones of new ideas for my business! Thad is patient and always takes time to thoroughly explain anything I don’t understand. I would highly recommend Thad as a business mentor!”
- Natalie Brown: The Perfect Blend
Working with Thad has been hugely transformative for our business, not just from the direct advice and guidance he has given, but how his sessions change your mindset. This new way of thinking has enabled us to reevaluate how we position ourselves and market our services, allowing us to win bigger clients at higher values.
- Joe Turnbull of Bull & Wolf
I’ve been working with Thad for a few years now as my business mentor. He has such an amazing ability to break things down in a way that makes sense and helps me not get overwhelmed. He is creative, thoughtful and strategic with his business advice and I always leave our meetings with a newfound sense of optimism and excitement!
I would not hesitate to refer Thad for business mentoring or for his talented graphic design services!
- Ariana Lovato, Honeycomb Home Design
“When I started with Thad, I was teaching Martial Arts as a hobby for a bit of extra cash. Three years later, it was a full-time, international business and my sole source of income.
From Re-branding to website design, advertising, business management, etc, Thad has not only helped me with this but also taught me the skills to be able to do it for myself.
Today, I would not be generating the income that I am without the guidance of Thad. I look forward to working with Thad for many years to come!”
- Rob Ley: Rob Ley Academy
"That made my brains fall out during our call. He got me to think about how to get new business from a new perspective, approaching from the client's point of view. He also spurred new ideas about how to used my skills that I hadn't considered before. I immediately had a list of to dos that I wanted to get started on.”
- Lindsay Maciejak
Even though I’ve been running my own business for 8 years now, I still find pricing to be one of the hardest things to get right. Thad talked openly and in great detail about his own business and experiences - not something many designers are happy to do for fear of giving away their secrets - and it was both refreshing and insightful. Taking on board his advice I really feel like I can make small, immediate changes that will have a huge positive impact on my business."
- Emma Gordon
"Thad’s masterclasses for creative freelancers are a fantastic way to take control of how you develop your business. The sessions combine honest advice, including the lessons he’s learned the hard way, with actions that are easy to apply to your own business.
If you’re looking for a simple yet strategic way to ramp up your business and your business confidence then Thad’s masterclasses are as easy win."
Lorraine Williams - Lighthouse Proofreading
