Success Stories
Trusted Rate
“Leadership Alignment Under Pressure”
We completed a six-month leadership performance programme with Denis Lordan of Fusion Performance alongside our site supervisors and department managers at EMH Technical Services Ltd.
The impact was significant. It gave our leadership team real clarity on communication styles, accountability, and what high standards look like in practice. The Spotlight assessments and debriefs challenged us, aligned us, and strengthened how we lead under pressure.
Denis delivers in a direct, professional and practical way that drives real behavioural change — not just theory.
I would highly recommend Denis to any company serious about improving leadership performance and team alignment.
Eric Howey
Managing Director – EMH Technical Services Ltd
“Developing More Effective Site Leadership”
Denis delivered training at EMH that I found extremely valuable. It gave me a better understanding of how I communicate, how others operate differently, and how to handle pressure more effectively.
The sessions were practical, direct and relevant to our day-to-day work. I’ve become more aware of my approach, clearer in my communication, and more consistent in how I lead on site.
Sean Burns
Client
“Building a High-Performance Team Culture”
In today’s GAA Club Championship, building a high-performance team culture and maintaining elevated standards are essential. Denis joined us this year to enhance player development and help our team reach and sustain peak performance levels throughout the season. His involvement introduced a new and valuable dimension to our setup, which the players fully embraced. Denis’s approach was highly collaborative; he began by listening carefully to the needs of the management team before designing a tailored program to meet those goals. The impact was clear where we saw increased consistency in performance, greater accountability, and higher overall team standards.
I would strongly encourage any club considering this step to work with Denis — the results truly speak for themselves.
Pádraig Hughes
Inniscarra GAA
“Creating More Honest Conversations Across the Group"
I worked with Denis over a number of weeks and found the experience really worthwhile. The team activities he ran were excellent and encouraged everyone to speak openly and honestly — something we hadn’t really done before. On a personal level, Denis was easy to talk to and gave me some great ideas to help with my preparation for games. I took a lot from the sessions and would definitely recommend him.
Thomas Clancy
Client
"Incredibly Supportive"
I did two 1-1 sessions with Denis and the two talks I had with Denis that year were the reason I had one of the best years I had with club and county. Denis got to the route of what was holding me back that year and gave me the confidence I needed going forward. I would highly recommend any athlete struggling with confidence and goal setting for the year to speak to Denis. He will give you tools that you can use for the rest of your playing career.
Conor Curran
Client
“Leading With Clarity and Respect”
Having worked in a different company environment before joining EMH , I found Dennis training really refreshing and forward thinking .It showed me that strong leadership can be steady , clear and respectful while still maintaining high standards .It helped me to communicate on a better level under pressure. It’s had a positive impact on the atmosphere on site and overall performance.
Des Walsh
Site Supervisor – EMH Technical Services Ltd
“Practical Support That Improved Team Performanc”
Working with Denis this season has been such a positive experience for the whole team. His sessions really made a difference — the group presentations & one-to-one sessions were engaging, relatable, and full of practical advice we could apply straight away.
Mark White
Client
“Building Trust, Buy-In, and Team Alignment”
Worked with Denis this year in a Senior hurling team environment capacity. It was my first time involved in the physiological side of training within a Team environment. I found Denis and his methods to be very influential and interesting. He worked with both the management and players separately in the beginning with the aim of getting us all working towards the same ideals and goals. Denis himself has a broad range of Gaa experience which was instrumental in the beginning in the buy in from everyone. As part of the management I found it a very useful tool learning how much behaviour on the line can have such an influence on what goes on in the pitch. Definitely got everyone thinking and found the whole experience very beneficial. I would definitely say that this coaching can play a major role in team development and performance going forward.
Danny O DONOGHUE
Client
“Helping Young People Find Their Voice and Confidence”
We were delighted to work with Denis Lordan from Fusion Performance at SERVE’s Solidarity Teen Camp in Scala, Cork. His workshop, “Finding Your Fire: Confidence, Values & Voice,” was engaging, interactive, and hugely impactful for the young people involved.
Denis created a safe and inspiring space where teenagers could explore their values, build inner confidence, and develop positive communication skills. The activities were creative and fun, while also leaving a lasting impression and every participant walked away with a personal “Power Phrase” that will stay with them as they grow into young leaders.
We are so grateful for Denis’s energy, professionalism, and ability to connect so naturally with young people. Highly recommend Fusion Performance for anyone seeking empowering workshops on leadership, confidence, and motivation.
Paula Quigley
SERVE in Solidarity Ireland
“Building Preparation Habits That Become Automatic”
Denis worked with us this year in 1 on 1’s and in groups session. found him very helpfull in preperation for Championship. A few techniques are now almost default in preparation for both as player and manager. Created good interaction between players in the group setting that wouldn’t be spoken about in normal group chats.
James O'Brien
Client
“Coaching That Connects With Every Personality Type”
Denis has a great way about him. He is able to relate and adapt to all kinds of personalities within a sports setting. His attention to detail is fantastic.
Mike Ryan
Client
“Building Confidence for High-Stakes Interviews”
I had a job interview at work for a promotion which I hadn’t successfully passed before on 2 other occasions. I went to Fusion for help. The key areas we worked on were leadership and building connection through the 3 stage interview and thanks to Fusion I was a lot more confident at each stage. I got the promotion finally. If you need any help hit up these guys!
Ali Keane
Client
“Building Team Cohesion Through Honest Conversations”
Denis is helping us to make great gains in the fields of team cohesion and sport psychology. The stand out thing for me is that he really cares. Denis concentrates on the person first and then builds that into a framework that facilitates open and honest conversations amongst both players and staff. He has been really beneficial for our team. Thanks Denis.
James goodwin
Client
“Building Trust Across Players and Staff”
Since Denis started working with the staff and players at Cork City womens FC, his provide a safe place for players and staff express their feelings to help drive standards and professionalism.
For myself I think Denis personality and passion is what makes him stand out to me, I’ve worked with a lot of sports performance coaches and not had one who I felt really understood what we/myself wanted to see in how my teams perform.
Danny Murphy
Head of womens football – Cork city womens fc.
“A Coaching Approach Players Connect With”
Had great time working with Denis. He’s very professional, and dedicated to what he does. Hold great relationships with players/ athletes. Highly recommend anyone thinking about working with him to do so.
Sean Cleary
Client
“Building Better Habits Through Consistent Tracking”
The Performance Tracker has been fantastic for me over the last few months. A long with guidance and support from Denis it has really helped me focus and improve in many different areas of my performance. I would definitely recommend it to all sports people.
Ciara Mc Namara
Client
“Practical Performance Psychology for Athletes”
I found great benefits using the fusion performance book. Helps me think about all the different things that could and are effecting me performing at 100%. I would highly recommend this book to any athlete trying to improve there performance.
The coaching service was top class. Really sound and genuine guy. Would highly recommend denis to any athletes looking to get into sport’s physical to improve their performance.
Ben Twomey
Client
“Better Preparation for Training and Performance”
Denis is really knowledgeable in what he does. Gave really good insights into sport psychology and had me better prepped for my gym sessions and running training.
Daniel P Murphy
Client
“Building Professional Habits On and Off the Pitch”
Fusion performance coaching has been great in assisting me to be a professional athlete. I have also been using the performance tracker which has been a huge asset with my mental performance and organisation on and off the pitch.
Shaunagh Mccarthy
Client
“A space that feels safe”
Dean Keating
Client
Every step forward, no matter how small, is progress.