Testimonials

CEO, Real Healthcare Solutions Ltd.

“I have had the absolute pleasure of working with David on various projects over the past few years. In particular, his support for the AHP Leadership Programmes since 2019 has been instrumental. David’s leadership insight, energetic delivery, focus and drive have all contributed to the leadership programmes being an overwhelming success.”

Business psychologist and coach. Co-author of ‘The Leadership Illusion’

“I have had the pleasure of co-delivering a series of leadership workshops with David over the last two years and have always found these to be stimulating, thoughtful and very professionally delivered. As well as being knowledgeable and well read, he is sensitive to his audience , listens carefully to what is (and what is not) said, and treats both his participants and colleagues with warmth and humour. He brings wisdom and fresh thinking to his material and is engaging and insightful in his delivery.”

Adjunct Professor, University of Queensland

“David Wylie has been at the forefront of the modernisation of allied health. His original research into leadership and deep contextual understanding of clinical practise and the potential for service transformation has made him a sought after advisor. He doesn’t just talk, he’s done it himself by leading health services through dramatic change. David’s wisdom and deep listening skills will support allied health leaders on the journey to personal growth and service improvement.”

Emeritus Professor, University of Southampton

“David has made a significant and lasting contribution to the development and progress of the allied health professions in Scotland, and has greatly influenced the profession of podiatry across the UK over many years.

His model of workforce transformation and his training opportunities for both team leaders and operational managers marks a watershed in establishing a sustainable future for the allied health professions and enables their full contribution timely and effective healthcare for patients. He is a true leader in the field of service development, and his work will continue to benefit care into the future.”

CEO, Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

“David has had a longstanding passion for leadership and organisational development for as long as I have known him. Following an extensive governance review at the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, David worked with our Council to ensure that our structural changes were reinforced by behavioural change. He supported Council to develop its role in leading the Profession and governing the organisation in helping them value difference and manage conflict. Council became effective in its role, which was especially important during the COVID pandemic. I have no hesitation in recommending David for such work whether on an individual basis or with teams and organisations.”

National Clinical Director, Royal College of Podiatry

“I have worked with David for over 5 years developing strategy and delivering leadership initiatives across the podiatry profession. His ability to simplify challenges within complex systems using accessible tools and evidence-based thinking provides him with a consultancy perspective that uniquely combines clinical and operational understanding with the use of helpful theoretical models.

His energy, vision and drive have contributed significantly to the development of the Podiatry professions in the UK and the wider AHP world internationally.”

International Coordinator, Mölnlycke Health Care

“It’s wonderful to have David Wylie share his time and immeasurable experiences on the leadership topic. David has a creative delivery approach with a variety of activities. He is also a dynamic facilitator who challenges with thoughtful questions and is doing everything in a very genuine way.

We receive great feedback from our attendees about David’s session and I believe they brought growth, motivation and knowledge about themselves from it.

I would highly recommend David to any group looking to strengthen the understanding of themselves and increase the team’s spirit. David’s session is suitable for the individual as well as the group aspect.”

Chairman, British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists

“I have had the pleasure to work with David Wylie, and experience at first hand both his breadth of knowledge on the subject of leadership, plus his engaging and passionate delivery.

David was instrumental in establishing the Leadership Programme for UK prosthetists and orthotists.

All those engaged in the promotion of leadership and the required values would draw great benefit from David’s insight and delivery.

I would commend David as a cutting edge consultant in the area of leadership, his field of expertise.”