 Dolan & Holt Consultancy Ltd was established in 1999 to meet a specific need in the health service at that time. Initially much of this work was process redesign based on our experience and knowledge of healthcare. It was very apparent however, that process alone cannot fix problems as internal organisational culture frequently gets in the way of genuine progress. One of our strengths lies in assessing and challenging cultural behaviour and supporting an organisation to identify its internal champions in order to move forward. We have a proven track record of implementing sustainable changes in a variety of organisations. Implementing change is relatively easy, sustaining change requires a lot more work and in the end often relies on effective leadership from within the organisation. As a result Dolan & Holt Consultancy Ltd, established “Leading From Within” with a specific focus on developing leadership skills at all levels across an organisation. Many of the skills needed for effective leadership are the same skills needed for effective living. There is an increasing demand for personal growth programmes which create time and space to help individuals maximise their potential. Based on our extensive experience in change and growth, we offer a comprehensive range of activities to enhance professional and personal development. Lynda Holt MA, DipHE, RGN Managing Director  As a founding member of Dolan & Holt Consultancy Ltd, Lynda has developed and shaped the company and her role to focus increasingly on leadership and growth. She believes individuals deserve the opportunity to invest in their own development whatever their life circumstances. As an inspirational and effective leader, Lynda provides expertise to corporate clients, co-ordinates leadership and personal development programmes and provides individual mentoring.Lynda has a professional background in nursing and has enjoyed a variety of clinical and managerial roles in the NHS. She has an effective record of leadership development with individuals, small teams and large groups. Lynda is passionate about developing people; she believes exploring organisational and social culture holds the key to maximising individual potential as well as organisational performance. Lynda has a masters degree in medical sociology, was the Chair of the RCN Emergency Care Association, (1999 – 2004) and has published a book and a variety of journal articles. She holds a certificate in professional coaching and is a member of the Institute of Leadership and Management. lynda@leadingfromwithin.co.uk Nicola Meeres (Barrister at Law, BA (Hons), DipED) Course Director  Nicola joined Dolan & Holt Consultancy Ltd when Leading From Within was first established. She is involved in all aspects of course development and delivery. Nicola is an effective lecturer with the ability to challenge, motivate and inspire others to maximise personal growth.Nicola is keen to promote a work / life balance with clients. She understands how individuals can get lost with the incessant pace of everyday life, how they can be held back by repeating the same behaviours and how, as a result, they often fail to see their full potential. Nicola believes Leading From Within holds the key to unlocking that potential and enjoys working with individuals and groups through various leadership and personal growth programmes. Nicola has a professional background in law and runs a variety of workshops based around self awareness, conflict, legal principles and diversity. She draws on her experience of international business and living abroad and has more recently trained in education, as well as Basic Skills Tutoring. nicola@leadingfromwithin.co.uk Brian Dolan (DPhil (Cand), MSc(Oxon), MSc (Lond), RMN, RGN) Corporate Director  Brian Dolan is a founding Director of Dolan & Holt Consultancy Ltd, and predominantley works with corporate clients to identify core constraints within their organisation, he ensures solutions are developed with key personnel and facilitates effective sustainable change. Brian has particular expertise in cultural and organisational change management, service development, systems redesign and conflict management.Brian believes that organisational culture is a fundamental factor in effectiveness. His work involves applying lean thinking and constraints theory to systems problems and succesfully engaging professional staff in systems redesign and implementation. Brian believes leadership can be found at all levels of an organisation and solutions usually come from those asked to deliver change, which means all change solutions must involve staff at all levels and be made bespoke to the organisation in which it is based. Brian works with a number of international clients to develop service improvement. He has recent experience as an Executive Director of service modernisation in a large NHS Trust. He has worked in a variety of education, research and clinical posts. Brian was Founding Editor of Emergency Nurse from 1993-2005 which, in its field, became the second largest subscription based journal in the world. He has also published widely in nursing, medical and management journals and is author/editor of three books on nursing practice, research and education. brian@dolanholt.co.uk |