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We've worked with some fantastic clients over the years, and some have kindly provided testimonials as follows below - all of the corresponding visuals for these clients are featured on the slideshow on our homepage:
"I was faced with a real challenge of informing and explaining to the wider Transit business, how my specialist area of Network Operations fitted in with the more traditional road agency functions. This task was made so much simpler through Motive8. The whole process is fast - starting with facilitated discussion and followed by several refinements towards the finalised version. The infographics have become my key communication tool - they are easy to understand and allow me to explain where I fit within the business. Thanks Rebecca and Ken."
- Deryk Whyte, Network Demand Manager, Transit New Zealand
"Rebecca and Ken were quick to grasp our requirements and translate them into a great visual which has received universally positive comment from right across the Ministry. Working with both of them was a real pleasure - they were flexible and very responsive despite tight timeframes and last minute changes. The valued tool was produced on time and at a very reasonable cost - it will be used over the coming months and years."
- Alison McDonald, Portfolio Manager - Acting, Information Directorate, Ministry of Health
"While I was initially cynical about whether we could tell our story in a picture, I was impressed with Motive8's ability to quickly sketch out an idea as we talked, that really picked up on what I was saying. The end result clearly showed our goals and environment in a way we could all relate to and I've had a lot of good feedback from the team at EECA about it."
- Mike Underhill, Chief Executive, EECA
"Within minutes of being introduced to the infographic concept we were hooked on the potential of a simple way to show and explain complex change messages to a diverse range of employees. We were not disappointed. The Motive8 team very quickly understood our strategy and translated it into a picture that clearly shows the way forward. It's now a key tool in the rollout of our change project. We're now exploring other infographic applications for internal and external communication."
- Karen Wallace, Chief Operating Officer, Wellington City Council
"In order to engage staff with a significant organisational change, the Motive8 approach proved ideal. The infographic provided a compelling presentation tool to clearly explain the need for change, the desired vision, and the journey to get there. Staff responded very positively to the new visual approach and widespread understanding and acceptance of the transformation emerged. We'd welcome working with Rebecca and Ken again".
– Jeremy Lambert, Director Communications, Biosecurity New Zealand
"Our ability to compete stems from our ability to innovate, and discovering Motive8 was one of those rare "light bulb" experiences. It fundamentally changed the way I communicate innovative ideas, vision and strategy. Motive8 offers me the chance to engage people in the big picture and open up dialogue, ideas and contributions, in a dynamic and compelling way I could never achieve with text or standard PowerPoint. Plus it's fun working with Ken and Rebecca!"
- Kevin Golding, Manager Future, Winstone Wallboards Ltd
"The NZ government faced a significant challenge when it needed to communicate the complex features of a new economic instrument, the NZ Emissions Trading Scheme, to the general public. Working to tight deadlines, Motive8's multi-dimensional approach provided a highly effective, distinctive and adaptable infographic that was clear, colourful and creative. We greatly appreciate the stellar effort by Motive8 to develop such a successful communication tool."
– Catherine Leining, Senior Operator, Ministry for the Environment
“Why didn’t you show us this before?” was the question from a Scandinavian client on seeing our new infographic. We've now used it in workshops and conferences on five continents. It's brought out the smiles, made the learning more interactive and led to repeat business. We should have done it earlier. Thank you for your innovative creation!"
– Ifor Ffowcs-Williams, CEO, Cluster Navigators Ltd
"If we had a dollar for every time we have shown the set of infographics or had copies requested, they would have paid for themselves twice over."
– Dr Russell Burton, Manager - GM Investments
"The Motive8 team worked hard to fully understand what we were trying to communicate, then came up with a great framework to build the content into. Ken and Rebecca were focused on making the infographic as useful as possible and developed an impressive tool that has had wider applications than was initially expected. Motive8's process engaged us all and staff have welcomed the compelling visual representation of MAF's Integrated Business Model in Action".
– Zelda MacKenzie, Senior Communications Advisor, MAF
"Ken & Rebecca are a powerhouse. They ran an interactive workshop session where they quickly extracted from us the essence of how Hire Things works, and what we wanted to communicate (and to whom), and were then able to propose a simple and elegant infographic that really captured the heart of our value proposition. The final product as supplied to us has gone on to be used in many forms, on our website, in brochures, and on posters, and really has helped us to engage with our suppliers and customers."
- Peter Torr Smith, Founder & CEO, www.hirethings.com
"Working with Ken and Rebecca over the past years has been a great experience for the Council. With only a small amount of effort from our staff, they have provided quality infographics that have helped us to introduce new services and easily explain technical processes to ratepayers. The use of these infographics is wide as they provide a great alternative or addition to written reports and technical manuals and have provided great benefits for our Council".
- Gary Murphy, CEO, Buller District Council
"I was faced with a real challenge of informing and explaining to the wider Transit business, how my specialist area of Network Operations fitted in with the more traditional road agency functions. This task was made so much simpler through Motive8. The whole process is fast - starting with facilitated discussion and followed by several refinements towards the finalised version. The infographics have become my key communication tool - they are easy to understand and allow me to explain where I fit within the business. Thanks Rebecca and Ken."
- Deryk Whyte, Network Demand Manager, Transit New Zealand
"Rebecca and Ken were quick to grasp our requirements and translate them into a great visual which has received universally positive comment from right across the Ministry. Working with both of them was a real pleasure - they were flexible and very responsive despite tight timeframes and last minute changes. The valued tool was produced on time and at a very reasonable cost - it will be used over the coming months and years."
- Alison McDonald, Portfolio Manager - Acting, Information Directorate, Ministry of Health
"While I was initially cynical about whether we could tell our story in a picture, I was impressed with Motive8's ability to quickly sketch out an idea as we talked, that really picked up on what I was saying. The end result clearly showed our goals and environment in a way we could all relate to and I've had a lot of good feedback from the team at EECA about it."
- Mike Underhill, Chief Executive, EECA
"Within minutes of being introduced to the infographic concept we were hooked on the potential of a simple way to show and explain complex change messages to a diverse range of employees. We were not disappointed. The Motive8 team very quickly understood our strategy and translated it into a picture that clearly shows the way forward. It's now a key tool in the rollout of our change project. We're now exploring other infographic applications for internal and external communication."
- Karen Wallace, Chief Operating Officer, Wellington City Council
"In order to engage staff with a significant organisational change, the Motive8 approach proved ideal. The infographic provided a compelling presentation tool to clearly explain the need for change, the desired vision, and the journey to get there. Staff responded very positively to the new visual approach and widespread understanding and acceptance of the transformation emerged. We'd welcome working with Rebecca and Ken again".
– Jeremy Lambert, Director Communications, Biosecurity New Zealand
"Our ability to compete stems from our ability to innovate, and discovering Motive8 was one of those rare "light bulb" experiences. It fundamentally changed the way I communicate innovative ideas, vision and strategy. Motive8 offers me the chance to engage people in the big picture and open up dialogue, ideas and contributions, in a dynamic and compelling way I could never achieve with text or standard PowerPoint. Plus it's fun working with Ken and Rebecca!"
- Kevin Golding, Manager Future, Winstone Wallboards Ltd
"The NZ government faced a significant challenge when it needed to communicate the complex features of a new economic instrument, the NZ Emissions Trading Scheme, to the general public. Working to tight deadlines, Motive8's multi-dimensional approach provided a highly effective, distinctive and adaptable infographic that was clear, colourful and creative. We greatly appreciate the stellar effort by Motive8 to develop such a successful communication tool."
– Catherine Leining, Senior Operator, Ministry for the Environment
“Why didn’t you show us this before?” was the question from a Scandinavian client on seeing our new infographic. We've now used it in workshops and conferences on five continents. It's brought out the smiles, made the learning more interactive and led to repeat business. We should have done it earlier. Thank you for your innovative creation!"
– Ifor Ffowcs-Williams, CEO, Cluster Navigators Ltd
"If we had a dollar for every time we have shown the set of infographics or had copies requested, they would have paid for themselves twice over."
– Dr Russell Burton, Manager - GM Investments
"The Motive8 team worked hard to fully understand what we were trying to communicate, then came up with a great framework to build the content into. Ken and Rebecca were focused on making the infographic as useful as possible and developed an impressive tool that has had wider applications than was initially expected. Motive8's process engaged us all and staff have welcomed the compelling visual representation of MAF's Integrated Business Model in Action".
– Zelda MacKenzie, Senior Communications Advisor, MAF
"Ken & Rebecca are a powerhouse. They ran an interactive workshop session where they quickly extracted from us the essence of how Hire Things works, and what we wanted to communicate (and to whom), and were then able to propose a simple and elegant infographic that really captured the heart of our value proposition. The final product as supplied to us has gone on to be used in many forms, on our website, in brochures, and on posters, and really has helped us to engage with our suppliers and customers."
- Peter Torr Smith, Founder & CEO, www.hirethings.com
"Working with Ken and Rebecca over the past years has been a great experience for the Council. With only a small amount of effort from our staff, they have provided quality infographics that have helped us to introduce new services and easily explain technical processes to ratepayers. The use of these infographics is wide as they provide a great alternative or addition to written reports and technical manuals and have provided great benefits for our Council".
- Gary Murphy, CEO, Buller District Council