How I became The Practical Life Coach
Looking back, I think I’ve always had “coach-like” qualities. Everything from good organisation skills (which at the age of 6 saw me arranging my Mum’s toiletries in size and colour order so they looked better) to being the friend who sorted out everyone’s problems.
As a teenager I was teased for always being colour co-ordinated, from my lipstick to my nail polish, but I just saw it as attention to detail – I still do. My notebooks and journals were beautifully laid out and I loved a Post-it note even then.
My school reports were full of words like “lively” and “spirited”, and I’m definitely both of those!
A life in life coaching – how did I get here?
In my past working lives, I worked in sales and advertising, ran a vintage clothes shop, organised a major Blues Festival and later ran a successful Marketing Agency working with major brands so to say my working life has been rich in variety is an understatement.
Those varied experiences help me to support my clients today.
When I was made redundant in 2002, I experienced Life Coaching for myself and quickly recognised how helpful it can be when we reach a crossroads in life.
I decided to retrain as a Life Coach in 2003, realising that the skills I had developed over the years could help others as well as giving me the work–life balance I was looking for.
In 2008 I sold my share in the Marketing Agency, took a huge leap of faith and began coaching full time.
The rest, as they say, is history.
Why am I the person to support you?
As someone who has worked as a Practical Life Coach for nearly 20 years, I bring a wealth of experience and many tried-and-tested ideas that can help you move forward.
You’ll find me non-judgemental and fair, which means you’ll feel safe, respected and supported as we work things through together. I’m someone who will always be honest with you and help you be honest with yourself too.
I may ask questions that others might avoid asking, because sometimes those are the questions that help you see things more clearly.
I will challenge you when it’s needed, but I’ll also support you every step of the way. It’s all part of helping you move forward and make the changes you want to see in your life.
