
Welcome to our Website.
Have you ever been faced with the challenge of choice when it comes to outsourcing your learning and development needs?
You are not alone! Our clients are busy professionals who want to provide the best resources to their employees as seamlessly as possible.
That is where I come in! I simplify the process and reduce the risk of outsourcing your professional development.
Let’s talk about how my no cost, no pressure process can connect you with the “Perfect Fit” expert TODAY.
All the best,
Cindy
Welcome to our Website.Have you ever been faced with the challenge of choice when it comes to outsourcing your learning and development needs?
You are not alone! Our clients are busy professionals who want to provide the best resources to their employees as seamlessly as possible.
That is where I come in! I simplify the process and reduce the risk of outsourcing your professional development.
Let’s talk about how my no cost, no pressure process can connect you with the “Perfect Fit” expert TODAY.
All the best,
Cindy
Welcome to our Website.
Have you ever been faced with the challenge of choice when it comes to outsourcing your learning and development needs?
You are not alone! Our clients are busy professionals who want to provide the best resources to their employees as seamlessly as possible.
That is where I come in! I simplify the process and reduce the risk of outsourcing your professional development.
Let’s talk about how my no cost, no pressure process can connect you with the “Perfect Fit” expert TODAY.
All the best,
Cindy
Specializing in ALL areas of corporate training including:
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Leadership
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Sales
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Customer Service
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High Performance Coaching
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Communication
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What Athena Clients Are Saying
We have had the pleasure of working with Cindy Stradling to source several top notch consultants to assist us with the design and delivery of a variety of Learning and Development and HR Programs. This this successful collaboration we have truly appreciated Cindy's very high standards for members of her network, the drive and energy she brings to her work and most importantly her strong commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of her clients.
Deborah A. Fillippe, CHRL
VP Human Resources
Kenaidan Contracting Ltd.
Cindy has been a terrific resource to Metro! She met with us to clearly understand our needs then provided us with a shortlist of top-quality trainers for us to meet. The whole process was simple and seamless, and it saved us a lot of time in sourcing companies with specific skill sets. She's a pleasure to work with.
Gary Grant, CHRL
Director, Talent Management and Training
Metro Inc.
Cindy provides a very progressive and engaging training environment. We have seen her successfully provide solutions to companies and individuals from all sectors, from the sophisticated to entry level. The integrity she applies to all aspects of her business is beyond reproach.
Al Diggins
President and GM Excellence
Manufacturing Consortium
Cindy has been engaged by Express Scripts Canada to provide Presentation Skills training to our management team. Cindy's expertise in this area has been invaluable in supporting our leaders with their leadership development in their presentation styles.
Anthea Gomez
Director, Human Resources & Corporate Services
Express Scripts Canada
Cindy is the epitome of positive energy! I didn't just work with Cindy at Duplium; I continue to keep in touch with Cindy because she is a wealth of knowledge and always a delight to catch up with. If you need something or someone, just ask her, she will get it done! She embodies the unique combinations of integrity, commitment and resourcefulness. Thank you Cindy for all the times you gave me just what I needed!
Susan Orenbach
Senior Human Resources Professional
We engaged Cindy to help us develop a leadership training program and provide our management with one on one coaching. Cindy's professionalism, ability to understand our challenges and develop an innovative, cost effective training program in a timely manner was truly impressive. I recommend and welcome the opportunity to work with Cindy.
Marina Lichtenberg
National Manager, Talent Acquisition
Canon Canada - "Your gateway to a dynamic career with Canon"
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We have had the pleasure of working with Cindy Stradling to source several top notch consultants to assist us with the design and delivery of a variety of Learning and Development and HR Programs. This this successful collaboration we have truly appreciated Cindy's very high standards for members of her network, the drive and energy she brings to her work and most importantly her strong commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of her clients.
Deborah A. Fillippe, CHRL VP Human Resources Kenaidan Contracting Ltd.
Cindy has been a terrific resource to Metro! She met with us to clearly understand our needs then provided us with a shortlist of top-quality trainers for us to meet. The whole process was simple and seamless, and it saved us a lot of time in sourcing companies with specific skill sets. She's a pleasure to work with.
Gary Grant, CHRL Director, Talent Management and Training Metro Inc.
Cindy provides a very progressive and engaging training environment. We have seen her successfully provide solutions to companies and individuals from all sectors, from the sophisticated to entry level. The integrity she applies to all aspects of her business is beyond reproach.
Al Diggins President and GM Excellence Manufacturing Consortium
Cindy has been engaged by Express Scripts Canada to provide Presentation Skills training to our management team. Cindy's expertise in this area has been invaluable in supporting our leaders with their leadership development in their presentation styles.
Anthea Gomez Director, Human Resources & Corporate Services Express Scripts Canada
Cindy is the epitome of positive energy! I didn't just work with Cindy at Duplium; I continue to keep in touch with Cindy because she is a wealth of knowledge and always a delight to catch up with. If you need something or someone, just ask her, she will get it done! She embodies the unique combinations of integrity, commitment and resourcefulness. Thank you Cindy for all the times you gave me just what I needed!
Susan Orenbach Senior Human Resources Professional
We engaged Cindy to help us develop a leadership training program and provide our management with one on one coaching. Cindy's professionalism, ability to understand our challenges and develop an innovative, cost effective training program in a timely manner was truly impressive. I recommend and welcome the opportunity to work with Cindy.
Marina Lichtenberg National Manager, Talent Acquisition Canon Canada - "Your gateway to a dynamic career with Canon"
TRAINING/FACILITATING

Highly skilled subject matter experts
Fully customized
Real/relevant experience
Adult learning principles
Sustainable results
Interactive & engaging
COACHING/CONSULTING

Credentialed coaches
Real life experience
Leadership development
Results focused
Human Resources Support
Human Capital Consulting
DESIGN/ASSESSMENTS

Instructional design
Update outdated curriculum
Train the trainer
Perfect fit assessment
Customized 360
Relevant Content

Clients Say It Best
“Cindy provides a very progressive and engaging training environment. We have seen her successfully provide solutions to companies and individuals from all sectors, from the sophisticated to entry level. The integrity she applies to all aspects of her business is beyond reproach.”
Al Diggins, President and GM Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium
Case Studies
- CASE STUDY: Creating a Customized In-House College
- CASE STUDY: LMS System Implementation Support
- CASE STUDY: Mentoring
- CASE STUDY: Additional HR help
- CASE STUDY: Developing Sales Swagger
- CASE STUDY: Sales Training
- CASE STUDY: Productivity
- CASE STUDY: Coaching for Results
- CASE STUDY: Excel Training
- CASE STUDY: Presentation Skills Training
Recent Posts

The Joy of Developing Others by Cindy Stradling
There is a unique and profound satisfaction that one can only get from helping others to grow. This is a satisfaction that many great leaders have come to deeply appreciate. Beyond driving results and managing projects, contributing to the development of the people working for you is a powerful source […]

People Are Watching You: Leading by Example by Cindy Stradling CSL, CPC
Leadership is as much about action as it is about words. That is why the old saying “People are watching you” holds a deep truth: leaders set the standard not only through what they say but through everything they do. Walking the talk is, therefore extremely important if you want […]

Life Long Learning – Why Leaders Must Embrace Continuous Growth By Cindy Stradling CSL, CPC
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, leaders who commit to lifelong learning set themselves and their organisations up for success. The willingness to continually always seek new knowledge, skills, and perspectives is no longer optional but essential to remain relevant and effective. Change is constant—from technological advancements to shifts in […]

Seeing Things From The Other Side by Cindy Stradling CSL, CPC
In the pursuit of running a successful business, leaders often tend to focus inward – i.e. on topics such as strategies, internal operations, and performance metrics. While these things are very important, the most transformative insights are likely to come when you shift your focus outward, towards your clients’ point […]

Surprise! Do The Unexpected by Cindy Stradling CSL, CPC
In an increasingly competitive business environment, gaining, and perhaps even more important, keeping client loyalty requires more than just delivering what clients expect. The important difference often lies in doing the unexpected. In those thoughtful, deliberate actions that show your clients that you do not just regard them as cash […]

Aligned to Sell + The Aligned Seller Society
Aligned to Sell: Sales that feel like you — and work. Is this you? You’re a talented entrepreneur with years of experience—but sales still feels uncomfortable. You do the work. You’ve built your website. Maybe you’ve even posted on LinkedIn… but the clients aren’t flowing in. You wish someone would […]

We are Sorry by Cindy Stradling CSL, CPC
When mistakes happen in business, the way in which leadership responds can define their future relationships with clients, partners, and employees. Under these circumstances, saying “We are sorry” is more than just a formality – it is an art that, when done correctly, will help to rebuild trust and foster […]

The Importance of Making Eye Contact by Cindy Stradling CSL, CPC
In the fast-paced environment that has become so typical of today’s business world, communication has to extend far beyond words alone. One subtle yet very powerful tool that effective leaders consistently use is eye contact. Although it is often overlooked, eye contact can play a very important role in establishing […]

Importance of Metrics by Cindy Stradling CSL, CPC
In the world of business leadership things are getting increasingly complex. Given this, one of the most valuable tools at your disposal is clear, well-defined metrics. Without these, it often becomes extremely difficult to track actual progress or understand whether your strategies are effective. As we steer our organisations towards […]

Fourth Quarter Evaluation by Cindy Stradling CSL, CPC
As we enter the fourth quarter, business leaders have a valuable opportunity to pause and take stock of the progress made during the first three quarters of the year. This moment of reflection is extremely important if one wants a better understanding of which strategies and initiatives have driven success […]