Mcguire grad from 2002 here. I used the techniques yesterday to help with some blocks talking to colleagues. if I wanted to I could have called a Mcguire coach for support for free. it's a wonderful program. commitment is needed to follow through with what he learns on the course and practice every day. meeting and talking with strangers is all part of the course and should be worked on afterwards. e.g. walking down town and asking people where the bank is or in a mall asking where the coffee shop is. good luck!