ProGrowth TEAM Testimonials

What do our members say about ProGrowth?

"I always had a great deal of confidence in my legal skills. What I lacked was confidence in my ability to bring in clients. As a Partner in a well-respected law firm, I knew that for my future and position in the Firm to be validated, I needed to contribute to the Firm by bringing in business. The problem was that I didn't know how to do it.

Twelve years ago I was introduced to ProGrowth and Ken Potalivo. We began to work together using the ProGrowth system which provided me with a structure and system to help me understand what I needed to do to achieve my goal without leaving things to chance. As I began to see results and develop the right relationships, my confidence grew. I began to feel comfortable that I could develop business and not depend on others to feed me work.

Today I enjoy a very satisfying practice and increased respect of my Partners. In addition, I have many contacts outside my Firm who are both friends and referral sources. What I learned along the way--and what the ProGrowth methodology has taught me--is that anyone can be a rainmaker. There are no quick fixes or short cuts. It does take hard work, but by understanding what to do and executing consistently I was able to transform my life and business."

Joel Berman, Attorney
Jeffer Mangels Butler & Marmaro

"I am very thankful that a friend introduced me to ProGrowth. This is clearly not a time to be out there on your own, and participation on a ProGrowth TEAM has helped bring stability and focus to my business practice during these very challenging and uncertain times. ProGrowth has had a measurable impact on my success as a business owner. My fellow TEAM members have offered abundant and timely advice, they’ve encouraged me to rethink my business model, and they’ve helped me to make the changes that are necessary for survival. ProGrowth TEAM members have also provided numerous leads and introductions to new clients that have expanded my business.

But ProGrowth has not just been about what others have done for me: It’s also about working as part of a TEAM to help everyone on the TEAM achieve greater success. It’s about being there for each other and sharing ideas and lessons learned from past experiences that offer deeper insight into business and economic challenges. It’s about listening to the ideas of others on the TEAM and offering an objective perspective without being judgmental. It’s about helping everyone on the TEAM reach extraordinary levels of success.

As a member of ProGrowth, we are no longer alone – we are part of a powerful successful TEAM and community!"

Dwight Strole, President

Dwight Strole & Associates

"The ProGrowth orientation provides hands on experience and really teaches you how to use the website to develop a clear plan that will help maximize your success in business. I went to the orientation thinking that I didn’t really need it because I had already listened to the video tutorials and filled out my profile, my action plan, and even a few new relationships. During the class, I found out that I had filled out my profile wrong and probably wouldn’t attract any new relationships the way it was currently set up. The instructor walked us through the process and gave us tips along the way to help us get the most out of our ProGrowth membership. In addition, I learned some very useful things about the website that I intend to start using in my business plan right away."

Lisa Sharp

Spectrum Asset Management, Inc.
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"ProGrowth has been the best relationship building organization in which I have been involved in nearly 30 years in business.

I genuinely look forward to my monthly meetings. The room is filled with passionate professionals, all who demand a high level of service in themselves and the other professionals that they introduce into their networks.

The ProGrowth approach is a methodology built around planning and execution. Many professionals—attorneys, accountants, bankers—never receive any formal training on how to manage their own book of business, nor how to become more effective in building that business. Using the ProGrowth profile, relationship management tools, and monthly updates do just that."

Jim Tenuto
Renaissance Executive Forums

"I am very pleased to belong to ProGrowth. Prior to joining, I had no real business contacts in my area area. Within six months of joining ProGrowth, I already had between 20 – 30 quality service providers who are working with me in the marketplace. The program itself, as well as the ProGrowth website, are very educational and have taught me how to best build my book of business. What is even more exciting is the relationships I am developing with my TEAM and knowing they are all looking for opportunities for me just as I am for them. There is no way I would have gotten this far this fast without being a part of ProGrowth. I would highly recommend this group to any professionals looking to expand their network of contacts in the marketplace."

Melissa Callicott
RSM McGladrey, Inc.

"ProGrowth has all the elements to help us grow our businesses the right way. I like everything about it. There is no hocus-pocus involved. It’s a system that works, if we allow it to. I’m very excited about utilizing ProGrowth to develop the relationships I need to prosper."

Linda Elliott
Elliott Connections, LLC

"I recently attended the comprehensive orientation program offered by ProGrowth for members. The session really opened my eyes and I am now using the system on a day by day basis. I especially like the reminders section so that I can keep close track of follow-up meetings and telephone calls that are required in my job. Everyone (both old and new members) should take the orientation class so that they can effectively use the program and be a good TEAM member. The monthly action plan also works well to keep track of your goals and how well each person is tracking towards the stated goals. I am a firm believer in the ProGrowth System and will encourage a number of my business contacts to join this organization. "

Tom Shockley
Manufacturers Bank