Police Promotion Webinars/workshops

"I understand better than most the anxiety associated with promotion board processes having wrestled with failure in the past. Without a doubt Andy helped me rebuild my shattered confidence, to such an extent that I sailed through this year’s process. Through a combination of one-to-one sessions, mock boards and a workshop Andy instilled in me the foundational skills necessary to formulate and successfully deliver my evidence in a pressurised environment. Andy’s passion for helping people through this process was evident in every session, providing a much needed human approach to what can feel like an overly formal process at times. Thanks to Andy, I have a set of tools to draw upon for the rest of my career regardless of the obstacle as, much to the dismay of my partner, I now strive to finish all my conversations within six minutes, with time spare for questions." Tom, Sergeant’s Process 2023

"I highly recommend Andy’s workshop which I utilised for the Sergeant’s process after being recommended by a colleague. I was extremely apprehensive about the process , but I found the workshop put me at ease and gave me confidence that I would get through. Andy’s knowledge around the Competency based framework and advice on how to structure answers has been so valuable. He also provides a really useful guide on how to score highly on the managerial scenarios. His feedback during the one to one session elevated my examples and I scored full marks. Andy is so enthusiastic and passionate about helping officers through this process and it was ultimately his advice that gave me a positive mindset and led to a successful outcome. Thank you Andy!" Beni – Sergeant’s Process 2023.

“I found Andy’s assistance extremely helpful, both at a group workshop and following up in a one to one.  I had a short timeframe to prepare for my Chief Inspector Assessment Centre and particularly benefitted from Andy’s suggested approaches to the stakeholder briefing and the interview.  I was successful in the process, scoring highly in these areas and drew upon techniques that Andy provided, which were especially helpful during moments of high pressure!  Highly recommended.” Jackie, Chief Inspector's Process 2023

     "I came across Andy through a friend and having spoken with Andy I decided to use him for my Superintendent promotion process. I found that his approach was structured and easy to grasp. He is very good at breaking it down to make it easy to picture which then helped me to develop my work and maximise the delivery of it to demonstrate that strategic level thinking. Andy’s approach was a key part of my success in the Superintendent promotion process and helped me to present evidence, my myself and perform on the day with confidence. Thank you so much Andy for your time and coaching session as part of your package which was invaluable. Thank you also for being authentic, genuine, friendly and professional which helped me to progress."  GR, Supts Process 2023
 

 "I cannot recommend Andy’s Insp workshop enough, as without a doubt it provided me with all the tools I required to pass the process. Not only did it recommend a successful structure for both the interview, and importantly the Stakeholder briefing, (the style of which was completely alien to me), but it also provided clarity on what content was required for both. Working in a specialised role for over a decade, I was reassured by Andy’s advice and confidence. The difference between walking into the assessment armed with this knowledge, compared to what would have been me floundering aimlessly was beyond measure." Ed – Insp’s process 2022 

 "Andy was recommended to me by word of mouth, I signed up in advance of a Supts process. The webinars, help and advice were spot on. I have no doubt Andy's advice took me to a successful outcome , and having had my feedback from the process, I can attribute the positives to Andy.  Definitely recommend if you are serious about your preparation." Dave - Regional Supt’s Process 2022  

 "I’d wholly recommend Andy’s workshop for anyone undertaking the Sergeant to Inspector promotion process. The workshop was completely tailored to the MPS framework, and Andy’s knowledge and experience of undertaking (and assessing) promotion processes really shows. I was provided with a method of approaching competency-based interviews which I hadn’t been shown before and which proved invaluable. I also found Andy’s suggested framework for undertaking the stakeholder briefing exercise simple, comprehensive and effective. Overall, I was very happy with the investment and went into the process feeling confident and well-prepared. I have no doubt this allowed me to score far higher than I would have done otherwise. Fully recommended." James - Inspector's Process 2022

 "This was my first time going through the process and my first interview in 8 years. I was looking for extra support and I was given a  recommendation to attend a Highland Consultancy workshop. I attended Andy’s workshop and it was full of knowledge covering all aspects of the interview including interview techniques, the competency’s and scenarios. Andy provided a clear structure for the scenarios which I followed and his structure ultimately lead me to score full marks in the board. Andy also provided a one to one session which was invaluable. He took the time to review all my examples prior the one to one and gave me key pointers to ensure I scored highly. With Andy’s guidance I was well prepared and confident in my examples. I passed the process first time and I highly recommend Andy’s workshop to future candidates."  Christie - Sergeant's Process 2022

"Andy’s workshops were recommended to me by several people whom I work with, and whose opinions I value.  Without doubt, their recommendations were correct.  Andy’s presentations and insights were invaluable to me passing the Inspectors Process.  His views on de mystifying the questions helped me to realise that my examples worked no matter how the question was framed.  It helped me to develop the correct mind set to start my examples at different points depending on the question, and to give the best evidence during my answer.  I have no hesitation in recommending his workshops." Nick - Inspector's Process 2022   

 “I attended a promotions workshop run by Andy prior to undertaking the Chief Inspector Assessment Process.  I found Andy’s manner, style and in depth knowledge of Strategic Selection processes very reassuring that I had made the right decision to seek his advice prior to my board.  I had attended other external workshops previously which lacked the detail and personal touch that Andy’s   I recently attended a promotion course run by Andy McNaughton in preparation for the Chief Inspector Process.  Having not recently been through a process, the change in format was one that I was concerned about. Through coaching in interview technique, breaking down the format of how to actually answer the questions and link in my answers to our organisational and Mayoral priorities, Andy was able to give me that “light bulb” moment which meant that on the day I was able to give my answers thoroughly and comprehensively to the required standard.  With the stakeholder aspects of the board, again, Andy was able to provide a structure and understanding of the depth of knowledge required to give me the tools to get through the selection process.  I cannot commend Andy and his coaching and mentoring highly enough, and his pre assessment workshop without a doubt got me through  (And I owe him a pint!).” Damian - Chief Inspector’s Process 2021 

"I attended the promotion webinar run by Andy McNaughton. It was absolutely invaluable! Andy's skilful and intelligent way of delivering evidence in a clear structured format was fantastic and gave me the ability to deliver my answers with confidence under pressure. The board/interview process has in the past seemed a mystery however Andy has a wealth of knowledge and was able to communicate that in a way that was easy to understand. His interview methods were a breath of fresh air & were a huge turning point for me in terms of understanding what the assessors were looking for in a candidate. His honesty, manner & style made the workshops enjoyable & engaging. Andy was the difference & got me through with a score of 92%. I can't recommend Andy highly enough. Thank you."  Shane - Sergeant's Process  2021