“ Well, if I don’t do these things … weep, get honest, connect to my heart, it’s just another £2grand I’ll have spent on coaching that then doesn’t deliver” — and how I LOVE these words — They are full of courage and the shared ownership of this coaching work that we do, together. This […]
Google asks, “What is The Difference Between Life and Career Coach?” thus, I shall try to differentiate here for you. . As I see it, the difference between the two is merely in the FOCUS of the work. . Qualified 13 years ago as a “Life, Executive and Business Coach” — When I Life-Coach, I […]
How do I Find a Legitimate Career Coach? You are right; it can feel like a minefield. So, firstly, here are some fundamentals to look for when seeking a relationship with a career coach. . How long did their training last? (More than a weekend is good…!) Which organisation did they train with? Do they […]
Potential clients often ask “How often should I meet with a career coach?” The answer to this question depends on how deep you plan to go into the work — I have had new clients arrive, and INSIST we meet every week to “Get it done as swiftly as possible.” I get this – if […]
Career Coaching: Do You Do One-off Coaching Sessions? The short answer to this question is ‘No’. And, the long answer is still “No” – and there’s a good reason for that. Session 3 or 4 is where ‘it’ all unravels and this is exactly as it needs to be — We cannot keep doing the same old things […]
Career Coaching: Feel the Fear… If you’re scared of doing something, then I have a solution for you. The remedy for fear (and yes DO feel it and do it anyway), Is to set a deadline. This deadline, set publicly, will force you to show up and do the thing. I have a fundamental restructuring and growth […]
Career Coaching: Alchemy. Today I witnessed as a client worked their way through a tricky time in their life. By the end of the session, they had worked out that this tricky-bit had given them their gift. As painful as it was to see, it was so good to see this outcome. I can say the same […]
Career Coaching: Triggered! I had no idea how hard I find it to ask for help. How did I learn this? I learned this when I needed some minor medical attention from the NHS. Referred to a ‘fast track service’ just before I went abroad for a fortnight, I arrived home to find that my appointment had […]
Career Coaching: Feminine Energy: I’m gonna take a risk here and share a thought. I have coached people for a decade, and a pattern is emerging. I see two types of energy in people’s professional development. I’m talking feminine and masculine energies, and there is a huge benefit in both. Here’s why: Let’s be clear, by masculine […]
Career Coaching: I Cried: Today I met with my Writing Coach, and I cried. She provided affirmation, and gentle challenge on the thousands of words I’d submitted. She offered wisdom regarding ways forward, reminding me of my purpose in setting out to write the book at all. I cried. Why? I cried with gratitude […]