TESTIMONIALS

''I came to coaching looking to resolve my career direction. I knew I was capable but sometimes found it hard to make career decisions because of the long-term impact.

I chose 90-minute coaching sessions so I wouldn't feel rushed and could explore some of the obstacles more deeply. Early on, we clarified my vision and what mattered most to me, and from there, I began experimenting with new ways of working and approaching situations.

At the end of the programme, I was delighted to achieve a significant internal promotion that had seemed out of reach. Coaching brought out my capabilities, and I began believing in myself.

What also worked for me was the additional between-session ideas that sparked new thinking. 

Maureen was always available at short notice to tap into if I needed it and to offer support. I learned a lot about myself that I will put to good effect in making choices in the future. I am so glad I took this time for myself.''

After being made redundant from the company I had been working at for over 15 years, I decided to reach out to Maureen to help me with my next step in my career.

There were a number of thoughts buzzing around my head:
- Do I want to continue on my current career path?
- What is it I've really enjoyed about my career?
- How best can I find the right job, prepare for interviews and presentations, confidently and with enthusiasm?

We started off with an exploration session to understand what it is I've enjoyed, why I've enjoyed it and what I want from my career going forward. Maureen gave me some useful frameworks and techniques to explore my strengths and values, which helped with this reflective and enlightening process. I found this foundational element of the Accelerate Programme very useful; I needed to know where I wanted to be to start putting the necessary steps in place.

During the process of searching for a new job I spent quite a bit of time deliberating over the potential roles I could take on. It was only through the 'doing' that I could validate some of my earlier thoughts in the job hunting process and it was invaluable to be able to exchange ideas with Maureen as I found and applied for various opportunities. Having someone by my side who really understood the process of transitioning careers, that I was able to reach out to whenever I needed, gave me confidence, motivation and a sense of professionalism.

Sometimes I found myself taking the process of finding a job a bit too seriously but Maureen was there to make sure I didn't lose sight of the fun aspects. The visualisation activity was great and helped me to positively prepare for interviews. Something I'll be sure to use in the future whenever faced with an anxiety inducing situation!

After a lot of hard work and a number of interviews I found a job role and company that I believe is really going to suit me and my desired career. 

When thinking about how much time I spend in-work, the value of having executive coaching at this critical point in my career is not something I could overstate. I would highly recommend career coaching, especially with Maureen, for whoever is going through a career transition.

''I needed leadership coaching to help me prepare for a demanding interview for a senior role I really wanted.  I knew I would be able to undertake the new role, but the interview process is something I always found very stressful. 

What worked for me was that I articulated more clearly my answers for the questions I might be asked, unpacking them to show greater insight.

I also appreciated the techniques used to keep me calm and confident on the day. I was delighted to succeed at interview, and I am really pleased I made the decision to take up executive coaching.''