“Diane Auten’s presentation at our NAWIC General Meeting in January 2012 was one of our most interesting topics yet, “What’s Sex Got To Do With It?”. She discussed the differences in communication between men and women. She started with how boys and girls are raised and continued on through relationships at work, home or within the family. As Diane ticked off the gender communication examples there were numerous heads around the room nodding “yes, yes”. She hit on so many pertinent topics related to gender communication in the construction industry and did so with enthusiasm, energy and great examples. There was much discussion and Q&A with the audience as questions and comparisons were raised. I would recommend Diane Auten to any organization who is looking for a dynamic speaker on topics that affect each and every one of us daily. Our evening was highly entertaining and informative.”
Denise Riegel, CIT, President, Central Coast Chapter 174, National Association of Women In Construction
“While on a planning committee for a women’s conference last year, Diane was the only person we wanted to speak on perfecting your elevator speech. She was a hit. Since then I have hired her to work with me on a variety of projects and recommended her whole heartedly to all of the businesses that I work with. Her topics are fascinating (gender communication, first impressions, and way more), very current and relevant. Diane’s presentation style is fun and accessible. Her talks are full of excellent, life changing information – applicable to personal and professional life. She is the best.”
Jean Steel, Owner/President/Queen Happy People Win
“Diane was a keynote speaker at our Central Coast Women’s Council of REALTORS luncheon. Her presentation on “first impressions” was delivered in a manner that was entertaining, highly informative, and directly applicable to our profession. She engaged the audience throughout the event, and we continue to receive positive feedback from our members. I highly recommend Diane Auten if you’re looking for a top-notch speaker. Diane’s company, Competent Communications, can help you take your professional image and interpersonal communication skills to the next level.”
Missy Harris, Chair of Education and Programs
Women’s Council of Realtors
“I called Diane because it had been a while since I had delivered a speech and was feeling a little rusty and out of practice. She walked me through the entire process, starting with helping me design the talk so that it connected with the audience all the way to refining and practicing my delivery. When the day of the speech arrived, Diane was there to give me some last minute tips. I stepped up to the mic with total confidence and, by all accounts, the talk was a smashing success.”
Tom Franciskovich, Publisher, SLO LIFE Magazine
“The communications classes Diane has provided to our Managers has been very instrumental to their personal and professional growth. Her techniques and materials are extremely effective, and because of that, we have planned a long-term partnership with Diane. ”
Jaime Marks-Rodriguez, AVP / Regional Manager,
Northern Santa Barbara County, CoastHills Federal Credit Union
“I recently attended Diane’s workshop on “Email Etiquette” and thoroughly enjoyed it. Diane’s calm and confident delivery style made for a relaxing and enjoyable learning event; it was flawless. It was not only great information, but the excellent verbal interaction between the guests and Diane made it clear that we’re all guilty of email faux pas for sure! What a useful seminar!”
Glenn Hoving, General Manager RE/MAX Realty Professionals
“Diane spoke at a luncheon meeting for our local chamber on communication between men and women. The topic could have been a boring monologue of all the things we already know are “wrong” with the OTHER sex but Diane made it fun, interactive and informative. Her speaking style is engaging yet direct with just enough “stories” to keep you interested and asking questions. I highly recommend Diane as a speaker and will absolutely have her speak again.”
Janelle Bledsoe, Membership Manager/Event Coordinator,
Nipomo Chamber of Commerce