SHANA MERLIN
TESTIMONIALS
“I really appreciated Shana’s ability to engage the class virtually – she did the best job of any virtual trainer I’ve had (and even better than some in person trainers). She brought practical recommendations based on successes at other companies. Great training, would definitely recommend.”
Dell P&O Academies
“The workshop was actually enhanced by the remote format -- not because it lends itself to a remote format, but because you figured out ways to make the technology boost the experience.”
Region 4 Public Health
“Shana, I can honestly say, that years later, I still use your techniques, which continue to help me through various pageants. In July of 2008 I actually won MISS GALAXY INTERNATIONAL 2009. And I want to thank you!! Yes you!! I placed highest in Personal Interviews....why??...because I walked into my Personal Interview, and I had fun....I reacted....I was relaxed....and I allowed myself to just be me!! A Big Pageant Hair Thank You!!”
Jennifer Ruiz
Miss Galaxy International 2009
“Shana creates a safe environment that is also fun. I can’t express enough how important it is to find that in a teacher, especially when you’re out there taking big personal risks on stage.”
Beth Doughty
System Analyst
Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services
“Merlin is so charming and displays such guts that no one makes a move to leave, except for one guy who goes to the bathroom and thereby incurs Merlin’s scorn (“You’re going to miss the best part!”).”
Ada Calhoun
Austin Chronicle
“Merlin Works opened up a whole new world for me--a world of PLAY! I feel fortunate to have a community of smart and creative people around me. When I started, it never occurred to me that I would ever perform on stage in front of people, but it was a natural progression as I grew as an improviser. It never would have happened if Shana hadn’t created such a supportive, positive, fun atmosphere to take risks and learn new skills.”
Amy Averett
Director
Private and Community Events at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
“One of the most beneficial things I’ve ever done for my career was taking Merlin Work’s classes. The skills I learned me a better public speaker and increased my confidence in uncertain situations which, as a consultant, is critical to my business. Shana is THE BEST.”
Amy Holloway
President + Chief Sherpa
Avalanche Consulting, Inc.