Testimonials
What my clients say
I can tell you what I do. But my clients can tell you whether it works! Read these client testimonials and discover how working with me can help your thinking and expression meet.
Testimonials
Focused our proposal in accordance with the grant conditions
Rosemarie van der Veen-Oei
Head Research Department, KB, National Library of the Netherlands
“Dave from The Golden Thread was very helpful in editing our NWO research grant proposal, which we were developing. He was very cooperative and provided valuable input regarding the process. Also, he was very accurate in focusing our research grant proposal in accordance with the grant conditions. Although he stepped in the middle of the timeline, Dave picked up the content easily and was able to join the discussion during the consortium meetings.”
Combines sharp thinking with clarity, structure and a human touch
Linda den Boef-Dorsman
Coordinator Corporate Positioning and Corporate Communication, Dorcas
“Dave from The Golden Thread is a highly accomplished and seasoned consultant who serves as a true thinking partner. He excels at collaborating with teams to produce clear, cohesive documents that meet specified criteria, regardless of how complex or sensitive the subject is. He elevates structure, clarity and collaboration to a higher level, never losing sight of the human touch.
Working with Dave feels like working with a colleague. He is approachable, collaborative, and adapts effortlessly to changing circumstances. His pleasant personality and responsive approach make him an excellent sparring partner.”
Clear language and well-considered advisory role
Jacobine den Hertog
“The Golden Thread conveys the strategic direction of an organisation in clear language that the target group understands. They play a well-considered advisory role and clarify things with the right questions. The final objective must be achieved to the client’s complete satisfaction. The Golden Thread ensures that happens.”
He quickly understood the complexity of our work
Lyudmila Bryn
Executive Director, Children Mission
“Dave from The Golden Thread helped us develop the concept for our new website and guided us in finding the right words to clearly express the breadth of our work for children in Ukraine.
He quickly understood the complexity of our work and transformed it into a clear and compelling story. His attention to detail and genuine commitment to the cause made him a valuable sparring partner.”
Calm and confident
David Redeker
Interim communication adviser at Dutch research institutes
“Dave from the Golden Thread responds quickly, is knowledgeable and always delivers on time. He is calm and confident and always find the right tone.”
An ace in his field
Mariette Huisjes
“Dave from The Golden Thread is an ace in his field and always goes the extra mile for his clients. He is loyal, a pleasure to work with and gingers up each project with his sense of humour.”
Dave is an awesome sparring partner
Jerry van den Broeke
Senior Communication Strategist, Top Sector Chemistry NL
“I have worked with Dave many times in the last couple of years and with great pleasure. He is the person who immediately pops up in my mind when I want to translate complex issues like technical innovations or abstract challenges such as the circular economy into multilingual concepts, storylines, formats, visuals, animations, headings, etc. Then Dave is an awesome sparring partner. He is always open to improvements and has a high level of respect for the input and ideas of others. If you add to this his warm personality and great smile (even visible on a small Teams screen) then Dave is the man to have on board to give your communication a heart and soul and turn complex ideas into clear stories.”
Very happy with the coaching we received
Roos Breukers
Project Leader Study Choice Check, University of Twente
Michaella Schepers
Project Officer Centre for Educational Support, University of Twente
“We are very happy with the coaching that we received while writing our policy document. Dave Thomas from The Golden Thread coached us really well, from defining a clear problem statement through to formulating concrete policy recommendations. As a result of this, we could confidently set to work and we wrote a well-substantiated policy document.
Dave was able to fluently translate our ideas into clear and effective texts. In addition, he helped us to structure the policy document and give it a logical composition. That created a well-organised and easy to read policy document.
Dave focuses not just on the content, but also on the writing style and use of language. Dave provided valuable feedback and tips to improve the texts so that the message was conveyed clearly and powerfully. Thanks to his great coaching we learned a lot, and we are proud of the policy document we finally produced.”
Helps to improve the chances of my papers being published
Prof. Arnold Suda
Orthopaedic surgeon, University Hospital Mannheim, Germany
“I have worked with The Golden Thread since 2008 and have used their services many times. Over the years, I have recommended their work to many of my colleagues because they not only improve the quality of the English but also ask questions about anything that is not clear in the content of my papers. This approach helps to improve the chances of my papers being published.
I look forward to many more years of successful cooperation with The Golden Thread.”
How can I sharpen your thinking and help you express what you need to say?
For new clients, the first hour is free. I look forward to thinking with you.
