Client Comments

Trader > Training > Management		Trader Tyson Grul Dan Fahrner Perry Maresca Ernest Jaffarian Mike McMahone Jim Norton
"When I entered the world of floor trading at the Pacific Exchange, I wanted to join the most sophisticated trading group on the options exchange. Rich Friesen's group met the bill. I learned how to picture options value and positions with his proprietary Magic Carpet™ trading model. It gave me the tools to become not only a leading trader in our group, but one of the most consistently profitable traders on the entire options floor." Tyson Grul Pacific Exchange
"When I began trading for Rich using his system, I was profitable for the first thirty days straight. That was a big boost both to my trading confidence and to my account. I have to say that his "Magic Carpet" visual is the best model I have seen for reducing risk and generating profits." Dan Fahrner Pacific Exchange Top
"As a floor trader at the Pacific Exchange, I saw many traders come and go because they thought they were smarter than the market. The truth is, they didn't understand what they were REALLY trading. Over the last seven years I have learned that when I consistently stick with Rich's "Magic Carpet" visual and principles, I don't have to worry about making money - I work hard, stick with the principles and the money takes care of itself." Perry Maresca Pacific Exchange Top
"Our firm needed to make a strategic, critical trading management decision. Rich Friesen quickly analyzed the factors and provided concise counsel in a short timeframe. His recommended course of action confirmed what many of us were also coming to believe and gave us the support to make a corrective decision quickly." Ernest Jaffarian, CEO, Efficient Capital Management Naperville, IL Top
"As an instructor in financial markets, I was delighted to be part of the presentation provided by Rich Friesen. His dynamic and witty approach really drove home the concepts using the right analogy and the right story with each teaching point. I was truly honored to see a caring, professional educator at work." Mike McMahon Lead Instructor Online Trading Academy Irvine, CA Top
"Rich Friesen's upcoming article for Stock, Futures and Options Magazine is an excellent use of neurophysiological principles in the wealth management business. His novel and erudite concept would also appear to apply to matters such as international politics and even war. Our national leaders should read this." Robert A. Fink, M. D., F.A.C.S., P. C. Neurosurgeon, Alta Bates Medical Center Berkeley, CA Top
"Thank you so much for an excellent presentation. Every comment on the meeting I received from our members was positive. And I should add that it is a very professional job and thank you for sharing with SVOG. One observation I noticed – No one left early or at the break. That is a strong signal that you created interest and delivered value. Can we consider an opportunity for a follow-up sometime in the future?” Jim Norton Silicon Valley Options Group Santa Clara, CA Top
Training & Public Speaking “Richard Friesen’s program helped motivate me to close a deal worth $45,000 directly after the training session. Although there were many factors to consider, the brief exercises he presented made my approach more direct and contributed to the success of the negotiation.” Eric Loos CEO E-Manda Corporation Top		Training & Public Speaking E-Manda Corporation Medseek Inc. SVI Search Disney & ESPN Media Neworks Graham Placement Agency Arete Center Chris Haynes
"Within seconds, Richard Friesen engages his audience and holds their rapt attention. Showing no self-consciousness, Richard projects an almost uncanny ability to personally connect with every member of the audience, making each one feel that this presentation was written just for him or her. Undoubtedly, each attendee is thinking about some situation in his or her life that must be addressed with the new tools being offered in Friesen's presentation." Gale Wilson-Steele CEO Medseek Inc. Solvang, CA Top
"The foundation workshop was excellent and exceeded my expectations because I was able to improve my presentation and speaking skills along with my leadership behavior. Your business experience became clear as you got straight to the point." Girish Mirchandani SVI Search San Francisco, CA Top
"Your seminar focused on the interpersonal aspect of sales communications--those aspects that people think leaders are born with. This session not only helped me identify those aspects, but also engaged me in a series of exercises to actually help me improve upon those skills. These skills are every bit as important as the other leadership skills that are typically taught in business school and executive education programs. I think you were great in helping me develop these skills and look forward to future sessions." Gene Pao Executive Director Disney and ESPN Media Networks Burbank, CA Top
"Richard, thank you for facilitating the "Romancing Your Money" seminar. I had a significant epiphany moments before the night was out. Through the exercises and money model you presented, I realized that on some level and for many years I have been associating money and wealth with craziness. The specifics of my family history and our relationship to wealth are not so important. What matters is that I can now end my self-sabotage by shining a light on the obvious. I was surprised upon walking into the office the next day when one of my colleagues asked, "What happened to you?" Enough said. Thank you again Rich. You'll be seeing more of me." Benjamin Parco, AIA CEO Parco Homes San Francisco, CA Top
"Your exercises were just what I needed - I now recognize when I am "hooked" in old communication habits and I am now able to be more powerful by maintaining my boundaries. Your help and direction along with my growing communication skills contributed to great January revenues. Please continue your work so others may also receive the benefits. Elisabeth Graham CEO Graham Placement Agency Petaluma, CA
"Richard, thank you so very much for creating a training session for our workshop facilitators. I appreciate the way you were able to invite us to new behaviors in such a short amount of time. What we learned gave us the ability to expand and leverage our engagement skills creating a great and felt difference for our clients this weekend. Guy Sengstock Founder Arete Center San Francisco, CA Top
"This seminar was easy to understand and the homework was simply being aware of what I do during the day and noting it. The host's instructions were clear, concise and easy to follow. Richard came across as being very down to earth, humble and ready to share his down times as an illustration on how his techniques for personal improvement changed his life. He seems to be sincere and truly wanting others to make their lives better and that shines through everything he says. The method he uses to help one change unwanted behavior is so simple and quick, you notice results almost immediately. Would I participate in another seminar hosted by Mr. Friesen? You bet, and I can't wait to do so! Thanks Richard, you're great! Chris Haynes Kettle Falls, WA Top
Management Consulting “Friesen Consulting is creative, competent and challenging. Rich melds his years of hands-on experience with a consultive style that effectively and persistently presented our team with the right next steps. His consulting skills catalyzed our key decisions to move our process toward a successful completion. Rich didn't waste our time or our money. Believe me, I've paid plenty of consultants who did both!” Gary Ginter CEO, Vast Power Systems Chicago, IL Top		Consulting Vast Power Systems Container Security California Closets I.D.E.A. New Story Teleclasses
"Rich Friesen has consulted on several of my projects. In a wide variety of business ventures - from real estate development, to the entertainment industry, and currently in security systems for international cargo carriers -his approach to problem solving is both thorough in structural analysis and creative in new business development. He’s paid for himself many times over." Michael Carroll Founder, CEO, Container Security Fairfax, CA Top
“When I walked to the podium on January twenty-second, I was met with a powerful silence. One hundred and ten California Closet franchisees were waiting for me to speak. I started by telling a story." "Three months ago, the mere thought of being on stage was paralyzing. Rich Friesen spent two hours working with me to focus my message, connect to the audience and leverage my leadership skills in ways I never knew possible. The results went beyond my expectations – I feel I can conquer the world now." Kim Hofmann Learning & Development Program Manager California Closets San Rafael, CA Top
"Richard Friesen consulted on my start-up and I love the way he communicates. Initially he reviewed our website and then our program structure. In both cases, he gave us a future based picture that felt so real it fortified and gave direction to our ideas." Jason McClain I.D.E.A. Founder San Rafael, CA Top
"Rich showed up at our first meeting fully engaged. He took vague business concepts and distilled them to their primary elements leaving us a clear road map. We were quickly able to asses the direction we wanted to go. We are now doing business differently…and better." Linda Graf Founder, New Story Teleclasses Woodacre, CA Top