Dear Manager, Even the most experienced manager will have found themselves in unchartered waters during the past year. Some thrive in the chaos and some may struggle with new ways of working. I started work during the pandemic, being trained and managed remotely in a fast-paced industry affected significantly by two simultaneous challenges; Brexit and…
The diary of a new start & 3 top tips You’ve gone through the interview, you’ve got the call back, you’ve got the job! But this is only the beginning of a new adventure. Although it’s a time of exhilaration, starting a new job is also a time of uncertainty, even in normal times.…
The resilient rose What is resilience? Resilience isn’t about bouncing back. Resilience is the ability to adapt in the face of adversity. Our capacity to find strength to deal with, learn from and grow from difficult situations. When we are faced with difficult situations we can sometimes lose perspective and our common sense gets lost…
Who are my clients? Who uses career coaching? My clients are typically at a time in their lives when they want or need a career change. That may be a new role or a change of role. Some are facing challenges in their role or challenging situations. Some simply want to achieve something that…
6 coping strategies for working mothers under pressure Covid-19 has brought considerable pressure to working mothers. As a working mother with 3 “grown up” children living at home I can feel the strain. I cannot even imagine what it must be like to have young children in these challenging times. The challenges…
Leading people has never been so challenging. In this time of extreme uncertainty, now more than ever is the time to find your authentic leadership style. Leadership coaching helps you align your values and beliefs to develop your natural style. Here are three things to consider: 1. Your purpose and values Values, ethos, and…
The future is uncertain but…uncertainty is at the very heart of human creativity. In the current climate there is a lack of uncertainty around the challenges we face and for how long. This can cause us to feel overwhelmed and powerless. Career coaching can support you through these times. “It isn’t just…