The assistance I have received from High Performance Human Resources has been invaluable to my career search. The personal attention and focus that I received from Dave was directly responsible for my success in the job acquisition phase of my career search. Dave's resume polishing skills, knowledge of the job search market, selection criteria in use and interview process is second to none. I have and will continue to recommend Dave to any professional looking for "that edge" in securing their next career engagement.

- Ian Barrett

I wanted to go back to University to get a PhD when I saw the High Performance HR ad for interview coaching in the "Globe and Mail". I have done health research for the last ten years, but my formal educational credentials are fairly scanty and very non-traditional, so I felt I needed some extra preparation for my University interview.

Dave agreed to work with me even though this is not his usual area of expertise. His "mock interview" questions gave me lots of cause for thought. I was very impressed with Dave's knowledge - he really knows his stuff. My brain still seemed pretty fuzzy right up until the actual interview day, but I did remember to use several of his suggested techniques at the right time. I "passed", thanks to Dave's help!

I begin PhD classes next September. I especially appreciated Dave telling me to "just be myself", helping to boost my courage and confidence to go for this ambitious goal.

- Jacalyn Miller

It was such a relief to find a sincere, approachable and extremely knowledgably H.R. professional like Dave who takes the time to explore in depth all of those forgotten and hidden achievements - things you do daily and take for granted - but which are so important to identify when looking for your next career move.

Every time I am asked by colleagues or have an opportunity to discuss with organizations who they should contact for personal development or internal development - I only recommend Dave Hagel - the one and only true professional that I have had the pleasure and good fortune to meet- knowing that they will not be disappointed and neither will you!

- Tony Kelly

Dave Hagel gave me the competitive advantage I needed to in order to be distinctive from other applicants. I got called in for an interview for every job I applied for. Dave created a resume which afforded me the opportunity to meet with potential companies face to face. Dave's expertise was the best return on investment I have seen in a long time.

- Debra Talbot

I received interview coaching from Dave Hagel and in my opinion it was the extra push I needed to help me achieve my lifelong goal of becoming a member of the Toronto Police Service.  Dave was the most patient and thorough coach.  He took the time to learn about me, my past and present and where I wanted my future to be and developed the pathway that best suited my needs.  I learned things about myself and was able to present them with such professionalism and diplomacy that acing the interview seemed a breeze. It was a pleasure being coached by such a consummate professional.

- Usman Haroon, Toronto Police Service

Dave Hagel of High Performance helped me to achieve my dream.  I knew from the time I was 8 years old that I wanted to be a Full-Time Firefighter.  Through volunteering with the Fire Department, studying hard and earning certificates, I did everything I knew to achieve that goal.  However, I couldn't make it through those tough final interviews with the position in hand.  I finally mustered the courage to ask Personnel why I was not getting hired and the answer surprised me:  I wasn't selling myself.  I thought my knowledge, experience and training would speak for itself.  I thought practicing my pitch in the mirror and into a tape recorder should have been enough.  I didn't know what else it could be that they wanted to hear, so I turned to Dave Hagel for help.  Dave taught me how to stay relaxed under the pressure of the Firefighter interviews.  He taught me how to sell myself and my experience, and leave the panel wanting more.  This time when I went to the interview, I felt relaxed and confident.  I gave my pitch the way Dave taught me.  As a result, my dream finally became a reality.  I was so pleased with Dave's coaching that I recommended him to a friend and that friend now works alongside me!  I very highly recommend the services of Dave Hagel to anyone wishing to make a big impression in a challenging interview.  Thanks for everything Mr. Hagel!

- Richard Potz, Burlington Fire Department

I would like to thank Dave at High Performance Human Resources for the excellent coaching and mentoring I received during my preparation for the interview process at Burlington Fire. Anyone who is looking for professional instruction, guidance and support during a hiring process, High Performance Human Resources is exactly what you've been searching for!!  Dave helped me reach my full potential.  I can finally start my career as a professional fire fighter.

-Chris Porter