✨ When a Review Feels “Too Good to Be True” – But Isn’t!
At Mastering Awareness, we don’t take feedback lightly. Every word, every reflection from our delegates carries deep value – not just for us, but for the wider community we’re building through our programmes.
So when we received this review from a delegate on Trustpilot, we were absolutely delighted.
What did the feedback say?
I attended Dorinda’s Women of Colour Leadership programme in-person back in 2023 with 9-10 other female colleagues in my organisation – it was the best training / development programme that I’ve ever had in my career!
The WoC leadership programme triggered important reflections on my career goals which prompted me to focus on my inner self and to rediscover my core values. Dorinda provided a lovely safe space for us to be completely open and honest about our thoughts without the fear of being judged unfairly. It also helped greatly to untangle my internal conflicts, self-doubts from imposter syndrome. As a working mum, there were multiple times when I lost my confidence completely having gone through re-organisation, re-deployment and returned to work from maternity leave. Thanks to the confidence boost and empowerment I gained from the WoC leadership programme, I applied for several jobs and was extremely grateful to receive offers from all my interviews – superb outcome completely out of my expectation. I could not believe the transformation in me before and after the WoC leadership programme.
Not only did I gain a huge amount of tips, skills and confidence from the programme, WoC attendees and I also formed an extremely strong support network. We maintain contact afterwards to inspire and support each other in our professional journey within and outside my organisation.
Thanks Dorinda.
Our Reflections
First of all, thank you Jo Chau for this heartfelt review.
It was one of those moments where you pause and say: Yes, this is why we do this work.
The twist & turn
But here’s the twist – the review was so positive, it was flagged and removed by Trustpilot’s automated filters. Perhaps it sounded too good to be real? We’ve reached out to challenge the decision, and we’re hopeful it will be reinstated. We understand platforms use algorithms to protect quality. Because when you’re a small, values-led business that centres lived experiences, it can feel disheartening to have your genuine impact dismissed.
Still – we won’t let a review filter dull the shine of what our delegates experience.
Because this feedback isn’t just a pat on the back. It’s a reminder of the power of safe spaces. The importance of investing in inclusive leadership. The deep need for connection in a world where so many women of colour still feel isolated, unseen, or stretched thin.
We know the impact of our work because we witness it. It’s not just in feedback forms, but in the pauses, the tears, the laughter, the moments of realisation and hope that emerge in every session. This review and many others left by our clients and delegates echoes it ALL.
Celebrating on our own platform
So today, we’re choosing to celebrate it – out loud. 💃🏽
Because, your words help others find the space, confidence and courage to lead – and they help us grow.
👉🏽 Tell us what you think directly via email
Thank you to everyone who has shared their voice with us so far. You are the reason we do what we do.
With gratitude,
Dorinda & the Mastering Awareness Team
