Testimonials

Henson Brand: Dr. Rader has been instrumental in the success of our leadership team at Henson Brand. We have been working with her for over a year on leadership development and it’s been impactful. I highly recommend her service for any company looking to take their leadership to the next level!!

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As President of STI, I had the opportunity to work with Dr. Martha Rader over several years as she partnered with our organization to support leadership development and cultural alignment during an important phase of our evolution. In her role as a facilitator and guide, she worked with our leadership team using established assessment tools, including DiSC, Denison culture surveys, the licensed Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team assessment, and 360-degree feedback, which contributed to measurable, directionally positive improvements in leadership effectiveness and team cohesion.

Dr. Rader was particularly effective in helping our leaders strengthen communication, build trust, and operate more cohesively as a leadership team. I would recommend Dr. Rader to organizations seeking experienced guidance in leadership development and cultural work, particularly those navigating growth or the need for stronger leadership alignment.

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Erica Bennett (Moss Construction): I highly recommend Martha for her outstanding work leading a recent workshop on Emotional Intelligence for our administrative professionals. Martha brought a wealth of deep expertise to the session and facilitated it with thorough preparation and thoughtful design. Her delivery was highly interactive, sparking excellent engagement and meaningful conversations throughout.

The workshop was both impactful and practical, leaving our team with new insights and tools they could immediately apply. Our administrative professionals shared how much they enjoyed the experience, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.

We are truly grateful for Dr. Martha’s contribution and look forward to working with her again in the future.

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Heritage/Royal Auto Group: I had the privilege of working with Dr. Martha Rader over the course of three years, and the experience has been transformative for me as a leader. When I first stepped into my role as a young executive and partner in our automotive business, I recognized my strengths in certain areas. Still, my partner and I knew I needed to develop my confidence, relational skills, and leadership presence to truly succeed at a higher level and in senior leadership.

Martha guided me through a coaching process, using powerful assessments and practical tools to help me better understand my natural tendencies, blind spots, and opportunities for growth. Together, we worked on everything from improving my communication—especially giving constructive and positive feedback—to building trust with my teams, balancing task and relationship focus, managing conflict more effectively, and creating a stronger sense of urgency and accountability across the business.

What set Martha apart was her ability to align my personal growth goals—empathy, humility, approachability, openness to others’ ideas—with the organization’s priorities. She struck the right balance between supporting me as a person and challenging me as a leader.

The results have been clear and measurable: I’ve gained confidence and leadership presence, become more approachable and empathetic, improved my delegation and strategic focus, and strengthened my relationships and team engagement. Feedback from peers and leaders validated this growth, and I’ve been able to achieve a better balance in my personal life while driving stronger results at work.

Most importantly, Martha helped me demonstrate my readiness as a senior leader and partner, and I’m proud to say my appointment has been validated through both business performance and culture. I highly recommend Martha to any executive looking to accelerate their leadership effectiveness and make a lasting impact on their organization.

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Headquarter Automotive Group (Cheryl Lopez): “I highly recommend Dr. Martha Rader. Working with Dr. Rader was a transformative experience for our accounting office. She led an interactive Team Development workshop that immediately made a difference in how we work together.
Prior to the session, we completed a DiSC Assessment, which gave us valuable insights into our own personality styles. During the workshop, Dr. Rader skillfully facilitated breakout sessions where we met with colleagues who shared our styles—and those with very different ones. These candid conversations helped us understand not only how we naturally “show up,” but also how we are perceived by others.
The biggest takeaway? Learning how to adapt and interact with team members whose work styles differ from ours is a true game-changer. The impact was immediate—communication improved, collaboration strengthened, and productivity went up.
One of our team members captured it perfectly: “We think we know ourselves pretty well, but sometimes we need a little peek in the mirror to remind us we can still learn a lot.”
We are grateful for the insights and growth this workshop brought to our team, and we look forward to working with Dr. Rader again soon.

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Alba Rico, Software Engineer, Experian: I first met Martha at a conference in May 2024 while navigating a difficult situation with one of my direct reports. I wasn’t sure how to best approach it, but her perspective completely shifted the way I saw myself as a leader and gave me the clarity I needed. That pivotal conversation convinced me to pursue her as my leadership coach, and since then, her guidance has been nothing short of transformative.

Through our work together, I’ve become far more self-aware of my strengths, weaknesses, and blind spots. My leadership skills—especially in communication, strategic thinking, and decision-making—have grown stronger, and I approach challenges with greater confidence and problem-solving ability. I’ve learned how to handle conflict more productively, both giving and receiving feedback with less avoidance, while also adapting my leadership style and empowerment to fit each situation more effectively. Martha’s coaching has also deepened my emotional intelligence and empathy, which has helped me connect with my team, my boss, and the CTO in more meaningful ways.

The results have been undeniable. My direct reports are more engaged, motivated, and productive, and I feel more capable in my ability to build high-performing teams. Beyond just my personal growth, Martha’s influence has helped foster a more positive coaching culture—one rooted in accountability, continuous improvement, and shared success.

Martha’s approach is direct, structured, and insightful, always challenging me to reflect, grow, and aim higher. I highly recommend her to any leader who wants to elevate their skills, accelerate their goals, and create lasting impact across their team and organization.

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Claire Calhoun: Some of the most influential people in our careers aren't the ones with the biggest titles—they're the ones who quietly invest in others, challenge us to grow, and lead by example.

I'm incredibly grateful for the friendship and mentorship of Dr. Martha Rader. Martha has a remarkable ability to help leaders and organizations move beyond surface-level problems to address the root causes of conflict, misalignment, and stalled performance. Her insights have shaped not only the way I think about leadership, but also how I approach building teams, teaching students, and serving clients.

Whether she's coaching executives, developing high-performing teams, or helping organizations navigate change, Martha brings wisdom, clarity, and genuine care to every conversation.

If your organization is struggling with:

• Leadership development

• Retaining top talent

• Building a stronger organizational culture

• Team conflict or communication breakdowns

• Accountability challenges

I highly recommend connecting with Dr. Martha Rader. She doesn't just solve problems—she helps leaders build organizations where people and performance thrive.

Thank you, Dr. Martha, for your encouragement, your wisdom, and your friendship. I am fortunate to know you and to continue to learn from you.

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Jack Lindsley: “As a Vistage Chair in Arizona, I know the importance of providing my members with the best information from thought leaders that can help them make better decisions so they can grow their businesses quicker. Dr. Rader is an incredible advisor for business leaders in helping them choose team members that not only fit their culture but also inspire them to be fully engaged in their roles. Her consultation is straightforward, well researched, and effective. Most importantly, she delivers it with empathy and patience. I consider Dr. Rader a world-class resource for any business that's growing and understands that the right plan is essential.”

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Dr. Kramer Milan: I gained valuable insight participating in Dr. Martha Rader's Strategic Directions MVP Program: Developing Mission, Values, and Priorities and MVP Champions! Dr. Rader is a consummate professional, leading me to several breakthroughs in my leadership and managerial productivity. Her empathy and depth of knowledge proved to be the winning combination in helping revamp my model of leadership and management. While my workplace seemed to be doing fine, I have to admit it needed a tune-up. Dr. Rader delivered and my business profited. I couldn't recommend her more!”

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“What is different about Dr. Martha Rader’s training and consulting from other training, development, and seminars I have been through is that she doesn’t put people into a specific box or tell people they need to be... She recognizes people are different and meets people where they are. She provided tools to help us understand ourselves and others better, uncovering blind spots in a fun and safe way that inspired change in me and other tough personalities. This is the tip of the iceberg of what Dr. Rader has done for the leaders of this company. “ Safety Technology International

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Thank you for your great program on “HR Headwinds Facing Companies Today!” “Your HR Headwinds Workshop and Presentation on unconscious bias, attracting, hiring, and retaining talent was impressive.” 
“We were impressed by your ability to keep the interest of the audience with HR topics that were mostly sales executives.” “Thank you both for a first-class workshop. “ “What you covered in just 2 hours was impressive and right on target. What a team. Wonderful!”

 Other Automotive Sales Council Members: “Very good and lots of ideas and how to implement them at our company!” “Great presentation!” “Thank you so much, it was great to hear all the information and ideas!” “You both made some great points about mindsets and that we need to be willing to change or change will eat you up.”

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Sheehan Cadillac: Sheehan Buick, GMC “As we began the leadership development training, most of us did not know what to expect. We began the program as work associates; we ended as a TEAM! Wow!”…“Learning about my DiSC and leadership styles has helped me positively influence employees and be more productive”… “The most ‘superb’ education training I ever encountered… “I learned how to make a climate for change and how to make it stick.”

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Maria Barrera: “In over a year as a client of Dr. Martha Rader's at Rader Coaching, Training, and Consulting, LLC, I have been taught the fundamental tools needed to maximize my skills in leadership, emotional intelligence, and team building to best develop as a young professional in a fiercely competitive market. In many ways, Dr. Rader has become a mentor and coach whose insight I value above all else and I highly recommend her training to anyone seeking to thrive in the workplace, leadership development, and strategically ignite their roadmap to professional success. I look forward to continuing a close working relationship with Dr. Rader and learning from her passion, sincerity, and vast wisdom.”

Dr. Rader is an outstanding leadership developer, teacher, coach, and mentor. Her unparalleled commitment to her clients and the information and training material she presents are second to none. Dr. Rader provided leadership training that grabbed our attention from the beginning, providing the link to practical applications and keeping our attention throughout our entire sessions. The content was incredibly relevant and helped us improve our approaches to communicating, which improved our teamwork and problem resolution.