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What it sounds like when the work sticks.

A few words from the leaders and organizations we've worked alongside.

“Peak Performance and Coach Rick delivered what they promised. The Leadership Pipeline program enhanced our leadership, and many participants said it changed the way they led their teams.”

Dr. Di Ann Sanchez, PhD, SPHR
DFW Airport

“This class was exciting and helpful. I have already begun using various segments with my staff, with positive results. I have been at DFW Airport for 24 years and this has been the most relevant class I have attended. I would highly recommend this for every DFW employee.”

Jeff Coward
DFW Airport

“Our team had gone through a lot of turnover at the leadership level. Rick came in and immediately recommended using The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team as a starting point. What he accomplished in two days was nothing short of a miracle — he's been critical to the success and rebuilding of our team, and I am forever grateful.”

Sharon Yarborough, Senior VP
Allegacy Benefit Solutions

“I am writing to let you know how formative your leadership training was to the person, professional, and leader our team member has become. I can definitively point to your work and process as the catalyst for transforming a really good professional into a top-tiered team leader.”

Charles “Dude” Hall, Director, Environmental Compliance Services
Raba Kistner

“Coach Rick and his company have been fundamental in the explosive growth my company has experienced over the past year. He has a no-nonsense way of getting to the heart of the issues and helping the client work through them. Most importantly, the money has been well spent.”

Judy Gaman
Executive Medicine of Texas

“Peak Performance provides a strong developmental and educational workshop that can be built to fill the dynamic needs of many organizations. I have used them for one-on-one executive coaching, team leadership training, and organizational assessments.”

Bob Lowe, VP Trade Operations and Customer Service
Nestlé Waters NA

“When I first met Coach Rick I felt like I was a good manager but not as strong a leader as I could be. The ELA program opened my eyes to where I was lacking and helped me build on my strengths. If you are an aspiring leader, no matter your age, Rick Kolster can help you.”

Jay Baker, Operations Manager
Custom Crete

“I appreciate your talents and sincere desire to see people grow and make a difference in their personal and professional lives. I truly believe there is no greater calling than to make a difference in others' lives. Thank you, Rick, for your dedication to your life's calling.”

Lowell H. Strike, Ph.D., Assistant Superintendent for Student Services
Carroll Independent School District

“The coaching process you shared with me has dramatically impacted me. I look at life through a whole new prism of optimism and focus as opposed to worry and chaos. Thank you for showing me the true value of setting SMARTWAY goals and laying out an action plan for my life.”

Enzo Marchese
Fine Properties

“Coach Rick has been a very positive source of energy in my firm for the last five years, with great team building techniques and tools. Always with a smile on his face and a positive attitude, he is admired and revered for his genuine caring and warm, approachable personality.”

Roxann Taylor
Engel & Völkers Real Estate

“Our trade association (TACA) hired Rick to develop and launch our Emerging Leaders program. To date, this has been one of our most successful strategic decisions regarding the future of our industry. Years from now, we'll look back at our decision to bring Rick into the organization.”

Dr. Richard S. Szecsy, PhD, PE, President
TACA

“I wanted to thank you for all the great work you did with our strategic planning committee during our retreat. Your facilitation was engaging and high energy — it kept a room of over 40 fully engaged. This was by far one of the best meetings our committee has had in a long time.”

Steven W. Moreria, CCIM, Past President
SWM Properties and Investments · CCIM Institute

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