“ Dr. Thomas Harvey is a man of inspiration and compassion.  I personally had the pleasure of working with him in my semester internship seminar class at Endicott College.  He inspired me to awaken my mind to identify my passion and leadership skills, with his remarkable research on "Professional Vitality."  Dr. Harvey taught the importance of leading and managing "me."  I am grateful for his experience aiding me through a transitional period through which I gained a greater perspective intellectually and spiritually. ” ( Jesse, age 23 )

“ Tom has been an invaluable resource for me over the past year. When I entered the working world last fall, he was extremely supportive and helpful as I tried to articulate my frustrations and concerns. He is well-read and very knowledgeable, and has had a variety of personal experiences that make him uniquely qualified for the leading/managing/life coaching field. Most notable to me, however, is Tom's passion for his own work. He is driven, genuinely interested, enthusiastic, and perceptive. Who better to lead others than someone who has so successfully led and managed himself? ” ( Maggie, age 23 )

“ I worked with Tom over the course of several months for structured guidance in order to make some critical decisions regarding the next steps for my career and education. Tom helped me link my past experience, key competencies and passions to narrow my job search to roles and organizations of greatest interest to me. He also helped me decide to return to school, which I am doing this fall. Tom was wonderful to work with -- a genuine person who delights in helping others discover their professional calling. ” ( Christine, age 37 )

“ Tom is a passionate, articulate, and inspiring individual. He left his encouraging mark on me in a time of struggle and guided me to focus on achieving goals and bettering myself. The skill and energy provided in his practice creates positive momentum to carry through life's journey. ” ( Joe, age 25 )

“ I thoroughly enjoyed the time that I spent as a student in Tom's Ph. D. class at Lesley University. Tom brought great enthusiasm and energy to the class. He was extremely engaging, motivational, and informative. He was very clear at all times, everyone in the class understood exactly where he was going. Tom's objective was obvious, his intent was to make all of us better educational leaders. In my estimation, he succeeded. We (the cohort group) still speak about his class to this very day. He opened our eyes to emotional intelligence and the power of listening. He afforded us with multiple opportunities to provide input. Tom was truly an exceptional professor! ” ( Matt, age 51 )

“ At the beginning of the semester my best friend passed away. I found it very hard to come to class to focus on anything. Every day seemed like an obstacle. The only leader that I knew showed me that not all professors are just there to teach, but honestly care about the well-being of their students (or followers). I would like to take this opportunity as my final piece of writing for the semester to thank you, Dr. Harvey. You’ve truly shown me that it takes much more than influencing followers to be a good leader. You put forth an extract effort in your students and I can honestly say that you help me get through that rough time in my life. The roadblock that I faced, which seemed impossible to get by, with the help of a passionate leader; I was shown a glimpse of hope. I will always have a true respect for you, or any other leader in my life that will take the extra time to aknowledge the feelings of their ‘subordinates’. ” ( Kate, age 19 )

“ I had the privilege of working with Dr. Harvey throughout first semester of my senior year in college.  He successfully led me and my fellow classmates in our internship class where we learned the value and importance of self-leadership.  He opened new doors of communication and encouraged us to connect with each other and ourselves in ways we had never done before.  His guidance during my internship experience truly helped me through my struggles and for that I am grateful.  He taught me more than just self leadership, but the core values, beliefs, and characteristics that make up that self-leadership, how to be an active listener and how to successfully grow as an emerging adult. ” ( Kristen, age 21 )

“ Going into my first year in college I was very nervous about what to expect academically and socially. I’d always lived in the same town my whole life and never really faced change like this before. I didn’t know a single person and felt like I was going into this thing alone. Then I came into Professor Harvey’s class where he forced my classmates and I to get to know each other right off the bat and made our relationships with each other a point of focus through out the semester. This helped a lot, I not only felt comfortable in the classroom, but also made some good friends. The point that Professor Harvey made throughout the semester was that leaders are only as effective as the people that surround them. So rather than going into this semester alone and burning out, thanks to Dr. Harvey, I was able to quickly make new friends who helped me to not just survive, but thrive during my first semester. ” ( Dan, age 18 )

“ Doctor Harvey approaches teaching in a way unlike any other person I have worked with. As his student this past semester, I quickly found he was extremely passionate about his work. Having spoken to my other classmates, we all similarly found that it was as if he built his lessons around what we were going through individually. His course couldn't have come at a better time, as I was a freshman entering the new world of college. By engaging in the course I was able to identify myself as a leader; something I had previously struggled with from as long as I can remember. With a new sense of self confidence, motivation, and appreciation for my life as a leader, the class left me with skills I will continue to take with me in every path upon which I embark. ” ( Holly, age 18 )

“ My experience with Dr. Harvey came in my senior year at Endicott College, and couldn't have come at a better time in my life. For me his seminar got me to take a step back and look at the big picture. I was getting through school, and life for that matter, one step at a time, thinking only about finishing the next assignment or class, the future always being some far off intangible thing. After his class I came to realize the importance of long term goals and envisioning a future you want to strive for and attain. Achieving those goals is not only fulfilling, but also thrilling. Having the confidence in myself to know I can achieve a goal is an empowering feeling, and self leadership can give me that. ” ( Phil, age 23 )

“ Tom has been an instrumental resource/figure to me many times in my life, especially when I was entering to the working world trying to find a niche that would separate me from everyone else. I truly appreciate how Tom enabled me to recognize my worth and my talents. Also, Tom give me advice/direction on where I should take my talents so I can be successful. I am truly thankful of him, he is not only a mentor to me, I consider him a true friend. ” ( Sam, age 24 )

“ Doctor Thomas Harvey is a remarkable man, one of inspiration, compassion, and deep experience. As a recent student of his at Endicott College, he was able to help rouse in me the true inner spirit and moral fiber that fashions a person. With the extraordinary ability to help one unearth what truly makes someone “tick”, he has been a motivational and revolutionizing factor in my life like none other. Through his profound knowledge of professional vitality and the management of ‘me’, he has created a personal and individualized foundation for the development of my leadership abilities. I am grateful to have had such a learning experience with him, enabling me to discover qualities that I never knew I possessed before. With a new sense of self-confidence and appreciation, I feel more prepared than ever to embark upon the paths in which the journey of life shall take me. ” ( Mike, Age 22 )