Appreciation

Gratitude for the transformational impact of the work.

  • Cormac Dawson Musgrave Web

    One of the best investments I ever made in myself and my team

    The Meta Navigator Programme is one of the best investments I ever made in myself and my team. It’s a powerful and rewarding programme that has taught us how to think smarter, feel deeper and act wiser.

    Mary T was an amazing coach and facilitator who created a safe and supportive (and fun!) space for us to explore who each of us truly is as a person/leader when you strip away the façade we use to protect ourselves day-to-day. It is this very exploration where the transformational power of the programme comes into being.

    We now seek to challenge ourselves - to always seek better outcomes, to always take ownership, and to always find a way. We have developed new mindsets and habits, and gained invaluable insights and skills enhancing our effectiveness, collaboration and innovation, ultimately improving the outcomes for our business, retailers and internal colleagues, as well as our personal satisfaction and happiness.

    I can't recommend the Meta Navigator Programme highly enough and while this programme may not be for everyone, like anything in life, the more of yourself you put into it the more of yourself you will get out.

    Thank you Mary T, you hold a very special place in my heart and within that of the Centra Sales Team.

    Cormac Dawson
    Centra Sales Director, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland
  • You’re the full package, truly unique and inspiring. Thank you beyond words!

    Mary T, your authenticity, energy, expertise, kindness, and ability to reach and aim high all at once are hugely unique.

    The programme setup along with your passion for what’s possible is amazing, you meet people where they are and journey with them to a better place.

    The programme majorly surpassed my expectations, we have a higher performing team who see the value of conscious leadership where each individual is more aligned to the higher purpose and the collective energy of the team has step-changed. We have moved from strategic delivery to strategic influence which will significantly impact the shape of our people plans for 2030.

    You’re the full package, truly unique and inspiring. Thank you beyond words!

    Anne Rigney
    Director of Talent, Learning & Development, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland
  • She is my most trusted advisor

    Meeting Mary T in 2021 was a turning point in my career. As an executive coach, she guided me in uncovering my true self as a leader. She created a safe space for me to reflect, peel back layers, and challenge my approach to leadership—particularly in terms of the impact I was having on my team, peers, and family.

    She encouraged me to pause, breathe, and reflect on my journey. Leadership, as we know, is a privilege. While I had been leading a high-performing team that delivered results, Mary T helped me realize I needed a deeper understanding of what truly drove our success. What mattered most to my team? What kind of environment did I need to co-create to foster growth, sustainable results, and a culture of safety and trust?

    Beyond becoming a better decision-maker, strategic thinker, and communicator, the real focus for me was on creating an environment where everyone—my team, peers, and family—could thrive. She gave me the tools to cultivate a space where we felt safe, free from blame or judgment, and able to provide constructive feedback, hold each other accountable, and move meaningfully toward our goals.

    Mary T also guided me to become more self-aware, to examine my behaviours and motivations, and to recognise the impact I had on everyone I engaged with. Mary T challenged the limiting beliefs that had been holding me back and helped me shift my mindset in a totally non-judgmental space where I can always openly discuss challenges, fears, and ambitions. Additionally, Mary T provided invaluable strategies for managing stress and maintaining a healthy work-life balance, which has been key to my continued performance and to reconnecting with my family in ways I hadn’t experienced before. For this, I am deeply grateful.

    She is my most trusted advisor, a sounding board for ideas and decisions, offering an unbiased and objective perspective that I can always rely on.

    Thomas Morrison
    Head of Retail & Musgrave MarketPlace, Musgrave MarketPlace
  • Alex Van Biervliet Profile Photo

    "I strongly recommend to apply the “Mary T-effect” to your team"

    To each and everybody in a managing / Leadership role, I strongly recommend to apply the “Mary T-effect” to your team.  Her Leadership Programmes really allow your team/s to be a lot more open, courageous, honest and clear in their communication and understanding of each other. This provides a much better picture of each and every individual in your team and results in your team being much stronger, more resilient to the daily challenges and chores and to work ahead by understanding your team members better as a human being, a co-worker and a leader.

    We’re currently preparing for the third layer of Mary T-flavour to our entire team which will allow even more to remove our shields completely and have open, courageous conversations with each other omitting all the prejudices and constraints thus creating an open working atmosphere.

    Not only did she help on a professional level to add this special level of consciousness, all participants agreed that they, themselves have grown and developed on a personal level.

    Alex Van Biervliet
    Managing Director, Entry Point North Belgium
  • Gareth O'Gorman Web

    Authenticity in a way that I’ve never experienced before

    Mary T’s ability to help a group transform, and to then tap into every single person in that group on a very personal level is authenticity in a way that I’ve never experienced before.

    The program allowed me to hold a mirror to myself & see the real authentic me, both in a personal capacity and in my role.

    Keep doing what you’re doing Mary T.  Don’t change. You change lives in the most caring, genuine way. Don’t ever lose it, because most people wouldn’t know where to find it, never mind be it.

    Gareth O’Gorman
    Learning & Development Programme Manager, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland
  • Dyrleif Femo

    "Her endless wisdom illuminates my path, and her clear perception cuts through the fog of doubt"

    I am writing this testimonial with immense gratitude and admiration for the profound impact Mary T has had on my life. Her wisdom, insights, and unwavering support have been instrumental in shaping my professional growth and my personal journey.

    From the very first session, I was struck by her ability to create a safe space, as well as the warmth and genuine care she brings to every interaction. In a world often clouded by noise and chaos, her clarity shines like a beacon. Her endless wisdom illuminates my path, and her clear perception cuts through the fog of doubt.

    During all the years we have worked together, she has shared powerful tools that have become my compass in life’s intricate maze. Her guidance is my North Star.

    Dýrleif Femö
    Group Quality & Compliance Manager, Entry Point North AB, Sweden
  • She is inspirational in both her passion and her knowledge

    Mary T’s ability to form very personal relationships with each participant of the programme that makes it so unique and is undoubtably, one of the key elements in her success

    She is inspirational in both her passion and her knowledge. Her ability to take you out of your comfort zone and into areas of real vulnerability is awe inspiring. Mary T is easy to listen to, exceptionally knowledgeable and extremely eloquent in her delivery of key topics

    Raymond Foley
    Head of Sales Operations, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland
  • I will be forever grateful for the impact this has had on me

    Mary T, you have done an amazing job facilitating our workshops. I will be forever grateful for the impact this has had on me and the most exciting part is to know that although the programme may be over, the journey is ongoing, and for me I really feel in my infancy so look forward to the further development that this has begun for me.

    I feel I have achieved far more than I could even explain. this programme has gone beyond my initial expectations and exceeded them in every way. in particular with the work, I have been doing since Jan 2023 I would not have had the ability to conduct myself and lead the time in the same way without the Meta Navigator programme.

    Maria Markey
    Learning & Development Operations Manager, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland
  • Finbar Ryan Profile Photo 1

    You brought us on the expedition to discover who we really are, who we can be and who we can be as leaders

    I found your unique approach to the program to be the defining factor. Your total emersion in the program along with your sincere interest in the human story behind each of us was remarkable. You made the difference. You engaged with each of us at a very basic, almost vulnerable level and then brought us on the expedition to discover who we really are, who we can be and who we can be as leaders. You helped me find a new confidence in who I am and in turn, instilled a new confidence in myself as a leader. Your sincerity, your real interest in us, your openness and your consistent professionalism demanded that we step up to the challenges you set us. Thank you for the time and effort you put into my growth and development. I will carry it with me in all aspects of my life

    Finbarr Ryan
    Centra Territory Manager, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland
  • Aligning my personal values with my professional goals

    "Working with Mary T was an absolute pleasure. I went to her when I was at a crossroads in my career and her guidance helped me gain clarity on my life priorities and career direction, enabling me to make confident decisions about my future. Mary T provided support, thoughtful insights, and practical solutions that allowed me to align my personal values with my professional goals. I’m truly grateful for her expertise and highly recommend her coaching to anyone who is looking for the tools to gain clarity on their career next steps."

    Aisling Brennan
    Senior Process Development Manager, Boston Scientific
  • "the bar has been raised so high"

    I am so grateful to have taken this programme. It was truly a brilliant learning experience. This program has the power to transform lives, and I think it could make a big difference to other functions in the business. I have a feeling that it's going to be almost impossible to top what we've achieved, now that the bar has been raised so high, but I wish you luck 😊

    Mary T has an incredible ability to connect with people and really understand what makes them tick. She is empathetic and intuitive and can quickly get to the heart of a matter and offer valuable insights that helped us all challenge ourselves and one another.

    I experienced the program with two different teams (our leadership team and as one of the Territory manager for our overall team of Regional Managers). I observed a remarkable similarity in its impact on team bonding in both teams. Additionally, I have noticed that the team members' commitment to supporting the program's sustainability has been very encouraging.

    Michael Kennedy
    Centra Territory Manager, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland
  • Herve Rousseau Profile Photo

    "[she] brought the best out of me and in everyone that has attended her programmes"

    We started working with Mary T about 3 years ago when we launched our leadership programme.  We started with our Leadership Team and followed up last year with our 3 key support teams. Since then, we have noticed very concrete improvements in our teams, in our leaders and staff and in our culture generally.

    Our staff have a better understanding of each other, they are more open to each other’s ideas and challenges, they dare to be themselves whatever challenges the team are facing and they are able to hold difficult conversations whenever needed. This has all led to a greater team performance, where the teams show more dedication to their jobs and are always ready to help each other across the organisation.

    The insights and learnings that Mary T shared, has allowed me personally to become a better leader, to create a safe, fun and highly performing environment where each individual can develop his/her competences and are able to be who they are at all times.

    Mary T, through her Meta Navigator programme and her peaceful persuasive communication skills, brought the best out of me and in everyone that has attended her programmes. Thank you Mary T.

    Hervé Rousseau
    Head Of Training, Entry Point North Belgium
  • She becomes your career journey partner

    "I approached Mary T to work with me after witnessing the huge positive change in a colleague who works with her.  Mary T helped me to figure out who I was, what mattered to me, what I wanted from my career & how I was going to get it.

    She will only take on clients who she feels will be a good fit for her coaching style, and that makes sense when you’ve experienced working with Mary T because she becomes your career journey partner.  I’ve already recommended Mary T to colleagues & I couldn’t speak more highly of working with her."

    Jane McEvoy
    Marketing Manager, Musgrave & Co-Chair LEAD Network Ireland Chapter
  • “Mary T really changed my life!"

    Mary T really changed my life! She is an amazing coach! I went to her when I was trying to develop in my current role and transition to a senior role within Stryker. Mary T’s approach allowed my strengths to be realised, my journey to be appreciated and a greater sense of purpose to be obtained. I am a more confident and fulfilled individual and professional today, thanks to Mary T’s coaching.”

    Yvonne O’Shea
    Senior EHS Manager, Stryker
  • Siobhan Hennessy Profile Photo

    "She is uplifting, enlightening, challenging"

    Life would be much smoother and more fulfilling if it was populated with more Mary Ts!!  Mary T has a unique talent at extracting the main factors that will make you and your career more fulfilling. She is incredibly insightful, skilled at getting to the nub of any issue and most encouraging when it comes to delivering on the key elements that will propel your success.  She is uplifting, enlightening, challenging and above all the best person to partner with in order to achieve your goals.

    Siobhan Hennessy
    Head of Experience Design, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland
  • William Ahern Profile Photo

    Don’t change a thing! The programme was brilliant.

    The programme far exceeded my expectations. We spoke about very serious things, and very personal things, it never felt forced with Mary T. There was a feeling from the word go that we were in a safe space and that calm and reassuring approach with no sense of panic or stress or urgency is something I would try to replicate.

    Don’t change a thing! The programme was brilliant, and I think Mary T's warmth, empathy and real dedication to the course and participants was so refreshing. It surpassed all the expectations I may have had and Id love to be starting it all over again.

    William Ahern
    Commercial Manager, Centra, Musgrave Retail Partners
  • She has guided me on a path of self-discovery

    Mary T has the spiritual aura around her, she energisers your internal spirit to view one self to be a better person in life. She has guided me on a path of self-discovery where I gained clarity on my own strengths and weakness that allowed me to engage with them in a meaningful way. I look forward to meeting her in the future as I know she has more wisdom and knowledge that she dying to share for the better of me and mankind.

    Aidan Buckley
    Head of Retail Operations, Centra Sales
  • Siobháin Scanlon Musgrave Web

    Exceeded any expectations on how we could improve our team dynamics

    Mary T, it’s been a pleasure to work with you again and every interaction brings the opportunity to shine a light on a specific area. You met me where I was at and allowed me to explore my thoughts through coaching while being able to succinctly summarise the key themes/questions.

    I had no expectations at the beginning of the program and was comfortable in working on the self. I had to challenge myself to bring a beginners mindset to look with fresh eyes. It has exceeded any expectations on how we could improve our team dynamics

    Siobháin Scanlon
    Early Careers Development, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland
  • Laura Murphy Musgrave Web

    You have given me an inner strength to make tough decisions, right calls for me and my family.

    Mary T ...... honestly it was an absolute pleasure getting to know you. You have given me an inner strength to make tough decisions, right calls for me and my family.  A life changing programme.

    Mary T has a way of connecting with everyone & holding space when required. Always has a structure & plan however leaving space to explore all aspects. Mary T is so emotionally aware & can read the energy in room.

    Laura Murphy
    Head of Talent & Learning and Development, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland
  • Emma Dunne Musgrave Web

    Be Vulnerable. Be Courageous. And amazing things can happen for YOU.

    On Day 1 of the Meta Navigator Leadership programme, Mary T asked us to ‘intend to be impacted’ and that’s what I did. .. but I wasn’t aware of just how much impact it was going to have. I can say with confidence that it has fundamentally changed me as a leader and as a person. The focus the programme puts on looking inwards means there is nowhere to hide, it’s about getting to know YOU and recognising how YOU are impacting yourself and potentially other people around you. The programme also helped me to recognising the type of Leader that I want to be, not just providing tools, but also the one on one support with Mary T that was needed to go deeper.

    Mary T is personable, warm, open and honest. What more could you want from someone facilitating this kind of a programme, where you need the team to go to the next level of trust.

    If I was to give one piece of advice to anyone starting the Meta Navigator Programme it would be - Be Vulnerable. Be Courageous. And amazing things can happen for YOU.

    Emma Dunne
    Contact Center Manager, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland
  • June McCarthy

    The program has gone above & beyond my expectations

    The program has gone above & beyond my expectations, which were high to begin with having worked with Mary T before. The training, growth & development I have gained as a person, employee & leader has been phenomenal & so impactful in all areas of my life.

    My life is so much better for having you in it, keep doing what you are doing, continue to be curious, open and learning as a person

    June McCarthy
    Head of Employee Experience, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland
  • Orla O'Farrell-Musgrave-Web

    Mary T has a unique ability to create the right environment

    Completing the Meta Navigator programme provided me with an invaluable opportunity to connect more deeply with my colleagues. Through the development I gained invaluable insight about myself and how I am perceived by others, helping to strengthen my self-belief. Mary T has a unique ability to create the right environment and ask the right questions to prompt another level of reflection. Her support and guidance enables the development of the skills, knowledge and practises which enable you to expand your mindset and take on greater challenges. Highly recommend this programme.

    Orla Farrell
    Head of Talent, Learning & Development, Musgrave Retail Partners Ireland
  • Working with Mary T is like being given a traveler’s guidebook to your own well-known and well-treaded neighborhood

    I have always had an idea of directing myself through some kind of inner compass - in my thoughts, during challenges, milestones in life, opportunities, changes…  Having had the opportunity to work with Mary T twice the past three years (on two different in-house Leadership development programmes), has given me an overwhelming enhancement of this inner compass.

    Through these sessions with Mary T, in these groups, I realize I have now also been given a map to the surroundings in which I navigate. I have been given a torch to light up the paths.  Because this is what it is all about, isn’t it? It is not just my own direction that is to be found. It is the tuning in of the beacons and bearings of others that gives direction to the true paths.

    Given the true signals from my surrounding environment I can find the genuine paths and I have a chance to look beyond my first limited scenario.

    Working with Mary T is like being given a traveler’s guidebook to your own well-known and well-treaded neighborhood. If you care to open it – even if you don’t think you’d need to – you will discover, on a daily basis, all the sights and places of interests you really didn’t see before or realized were there.

    Such an evolving experience!

    Anna-Karin Sogndal
    COO, Entry Point North AB (Sweden)
  • It continues to be an inspiring learning experience for me in both my personal and business development

    Mary T has supported me over the past 6 years as my Leadership mentor / executive coach in my position as Managing Director. It continues to be an inspiring learning experience for me in both my personal and business development. She has guided me in significantly enhancing my leadership approach and helped modify my behaviours for increasingly positive results in a fast-paced busy multi-cultural environment. Mary T has taught me to look at myself more objectively and I have honed my ability to understand not just what will make you successful in business in general, but how to become a more rounded person able to manage whatever challenges life presents.

    Austin Hallahan
    Managing Director, Entry Point North (Irl), Shannon, Co. Clare, Ireland