About
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Who am I?
Having spent two decades as an evaluation consultant, including co-leading one of the UK's largest Policy & Evaluation Units, I understand the challenges of leadership, consultancy, evolving personal identity and the ongoing adjustments that are essential for a healthy and happy work-life.
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My passion for coaching stems from a long-standing desire to support others to thrive, personal experience of the transformational impact of coaching and having been a change-agent for much of my career. This inspired me to train and serve as an internal coach, and more recently to offer independent coaching, which forms part of a portfolio of roles.
I have the Henley Business School Professional Certificate in Executive Coaching and am an EMCC Accredited Senior Practitioner. I am also a member of both the International Coaching Federation and the European Mentoring and Coaching Council.
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My approach to coaching​
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My coaching philosophy is underpinned by the principles of positive psychology, and inspired by the belief that every individual possesses the inherent capacity for self-discovery and growth. Through the creation of a safe and trusted space, I create an environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings and aspirations freely. This approach enables a deep connection that nurtures authentic development.
Recognising the uniqueness of each individual, I work flexibly and where relevant, employ a variety of blended approaches, including person-centred and solution-focused approaches, that are tailored to meet client specific needs. This flexibility ensures that the coaching experience is personalised and resonates with the client’s aspirations and context.
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Some of my areas of interest​
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I am passionate about supporting others to reimagine the dynamics of work-life, effectively navigate transitions, and explore the intricate evolution of purpose and identity. Through thought-provoking conversations, I partner with clients to support the reframing of perspectives in these, as well as other areas.
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Where else do I spend my time?
I am one of the Co-Founders of Next Brave Move, a consultancy on a mission to reimagine work-life for good. NBM is exploring the relationships people have with their work and how to achieve and maintain Healthy High Performance while avoiding exhaustion and burnout.
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I also act as an advisor to organisations to support the development of effective strategy & evaluation/impact measurement and am a member of the board of trustees at New Philanthropy Capital.
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Podcast
I was recently a guest on the Leaders in Conversation podcast with Anni Townend, where we explored:
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How understanding and embracing your heritage can enable you to more fully connect with your passion and purpose;
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How tuning into your strengths and into what comes naturally to you can open up new possibilities for exploring your leadership;
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The beauty of the ‘reset’, and how discovering and using your ‘reset function’ can help you in re-evaluating and ‘course correcting’ your leadership as you go along.
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The importance of having a support network who act as ‘thinking partners’ to help you stay ‘on course’.