In their own words
Results tell you what happened. People tell you how it felt to get there. Here are 37 of them: CEOs and CTOs, Theory of Constraints (TOC) experts, entrepreneurs, psychologists and educators.
“Alan is one of the most brilliant, meticulous, and practical people I have ever met, combining deep insight with the rare ability to turn breakthrough ideas into real-world results.”
Business leaders
“The outcome has been nothing short of remarkable… We’ve seen service levels rise by over 5% and inventory levels drop by a quarter billion dollars.”
“I knew that I’d found the right guy... our company benefited massively from Alan’s input, and I think his professionalism, his passion, and his enthusiasm really made it a pleasure working with him.”
“Alan is like a mentor. He shows that even the toughest challenges aren’t impossible.”
“Working directly with Alan and Eliyahu Goldratt on the Random House project left a deep impact on my thinking and the way I’ve worked ever since.”
“I can’t imagine anybody who’s got volatility and the vagaries of the world today are converging and causing complexity and confusion and uncertainty wouldn’t be monstrously benefited by the man. His work is impeccable; he’s exquisitely clear.”
“Alan once told me, ‘You can choose to be right, or you can choose to be happy, and being right is vastly overrated.’ It’s wisdom that has shaped my life ever since.”
“Alan has had a tremendous effect on us, our business, and the way we do business, as well as the impact we’ve had in the early-stage startup and investment space.”
“Dr. Barnard is one of the most active, insightful, and inspiring advisory board members I’ve ever worked with. His ability to challenge assumptions and expand vision is second to none.”
“With Alan’s help, I’ve taken action to implement his ideas, and the outcome is amazing.”
“Alan helped me see through leadership, Alan helped me see through how to grow sales, how to grow the organization.”
“There’s only like maybe two, maybe three ways of doing it, so less is more. It’s actually easier to go 10x than it is 10%.”
“I never leave a conversation with Alan without learning something new.”
“I was fascinated with his thoughts and wisdom as he explained the concepts involved with the Theory of Constraints. I quickly saw how this could be a real game changer in dealing with seemingly complex problems facing the mortgage industry...”
“I’m very very happy that I met Alan because it really opened up a totally new way of looking at the world which I wouldn’t have had if I hadn’t met him before.”
“He is world class and an expert in his field.”
“Every interaction with Dr. Alan Barnard brings fresh insights and lasting value, in work and in life.”
“You’ve built a global legacy in social impact and humanitarian work, and I’m grateful to have walked beside you in pursuing those visions and dreams.”
“Dr. Alan inspired us to look at business and life differently.”
TOC experts and innovators
“Few have continued developing the Theory of Constraints body of knowledge like Alan Barnard. His work has truly enriched the world.”
“Alan is a brilliant thinker and innovator, one of the few people I’ve seen challenge Eli Goldratt, pioneer new tools like Harmony, and tackle projects no one else dares to take on.”
“Alan taught me everything I know about the Theory of Constraints, which has been a remarkable journey in learning how to reframe problems and get to their core effectively.”
“I’m amazed at how you’ve turned simulation skills into a powerful decision-making tool for management.”
“Alan has this unique ability to trigger insights. Just a short chat with him can unlock the solution.”
Better decisions: Odyssey and ProConCloud
Not every constraint lives in a factory. Some live in the mind: a decision we keep postponing, a conflict we cannot resolve. These are the voices of people who found a way through.
“In one day, I was able to solve a business decision that had frustrated me for a year, thanks to Dr. Alan Barnard’s One Day Odyssey and the Harmony Decision Maker app.”
“The Odyssey workshop was the most cost-effective and useful decision-making tool I’ve seen in many years.”
“Dr. Alan’s insights on the science of decision-making have helped thousands of young people make tough life choices with confidence.”
“Using the ProConCloud method, I was able to make a tough decision in hours, leaving corporate life for entrepreneurship, with clarity and confidence.”
“The Odyssey program provides a powerful framework to move from emotional reaction to conscious, rational decision-making, a true breakthrough for anyone facing recurring challenges.”
“Dr. Barnard’s guidance through the Odyssey program transformed how I approach business and life. His dedication and responsiveness continue to inspire our whole team.”
“Alan’s ProConCloud has helped me, and countless others, tackle personal, professional, and business challenges with clarity and confidence.”
“Through his guidance and the ProConCloud, Alan empowers individuals to make better, faster decisions when it truly matters, even in life-altering situations.”
“Dr. Barnard helped me realize the powerful difference between being impact-driven and income-driven, and that true success comes from bringing the two into harmony.”
“Dr. Barnard’s insights into why good people make bad decisions and how to find simplicity in complexity were absolutely eye-opening, and his work is already creating extraordinary results for our community.”
“Alan has been a guiding voice in my life, reminding me of what I can achieve when I focus on the right things. His mentorship and belief in me have shaped who I am today.”
“Alan’s willingness to help others, his passion, insight, and genuine heart have always been absolutely extraordinary to me.”
Harmony apps
“Harmony has helped our team implement major changes in record time, and motivated us to tackle projects we’d never prioritized before.”
“Harmony helped us focus on what truly matters, avoid multitasking, and achieve our goals more successfully.”
Every one of these people started with a goal, a problem or a decision that felt impossible. Tell us yours.