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The Promotion I almost Said “No” To
A few years back, I was offered a big step up in my career. A promotion that came right after returning from maternity leave. On paper, it was everything I had worked for. But inside? I questioned if I was ready.đ Could I balance it with being a new mum?đ Was I capable enough to…
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I’m an NLP Practitioner
After months of deep learning, practice, and powerful personal shifts, Iâve completed my NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) Practitioner Certification and Iâm buzzing with excitement about how this transformative modality will elevate my work as a Career Transition Coach. NLP isnât just a toolkit, itâs a powerful way of helping people break through the limiting beliefs, unhelpful…
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Redundancy. Itâs a word thatâs been landing in too many inboxes lately
If you’ve been affected â take a breath. Then read this. You are not your job title.You are not your last payslip.And you are definitely not alone. In the last few months, Iâve spoken to incredibly talented, hardworking people who suddenly found themselves without a role â feeling shocked, unmoored, and asking, âWhat now?â Hereâs…
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“Staying stuck is more comfortable than starting over. But itâs costing you way more than you think.”
Letâs be honest. I used to rationalise staying in the wrong role:âItâs not that bad.ââIt pays the bills.ââIâll just wait for the right time.â Sound familiar? Hereâs the truth that changed everything for me and my clients:– Comfort is not the same as fulfilment.– Safety is not the same as satisfaction. Once I got clear…
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⨠Friday Thoughts: Are You Trusting Yourself Enough?
This week, Iâve had so many conversations with incredible people who are at a crossroads in their careers. Smart, driven, and capableâyet still waiting for some kind of external validation before making a move. I get it. Iâve been there too. That feeling of wanting someone to say, âYes, this is the right decision. Go…
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5 Signs Youâre Ready for a Career Change
Have you ever had that feeling where something just isnât clicking in your career anymore? Youâre showing up, doing the work, but deep down, you know youâre meant for something more. If that sounds familiar, here are five signs that it might be time for a change: 1ď¸âŁ You Dread Mondays (And Maybe Even Sundays)If…
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Monday Mindset Shift: Are You Building a Career or Just Clocking In?
Itâs easy to get caught in the cycleâmeetings, deadlines, to-do listsâwithout stopping to ask:đĄ Am I growing?đĄ Does my work align with what truly matters to me?đĄ Am I moving towards something meaningful, or just staying in motion? So many professionals I work with reach a point where they feel stuckânot because theyâre not capable,…
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đ What If Youâre Closer to Something Better Than You Think?
“What if…” For many, this question sparks doubt and hesitation rather than excitement. The thoughts that follow often sound like: â âWhat if I fail?ââ âWhat if I canât find another job in this market?ââ âWhat if people think Iâm making a mistake by switching careers at this stage?ââ âWhat if the grass isnât actually…
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Iâm Now an ICF Certified CoachâWhat That Means for You
A New Milestone in My Coaching Journey Stepping away from a career youâve spent over a decade building is no small decision. When I left executive recruitmentâa field I owe a lot toâI wasnât entirely sure what was next. What I did know was that my priorities had shifted, and I wanted to work in…
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Layoff Anxiety
What is it and how coaching can help. The uncertainty of layoffs can feel overwhelming-racing thoughts, sleepless nights, and a constant undercurrent of stress about what’s next. It’s not just about losing a job; it’s about security, identity, and the fear of starting over. Layoff anxiety can show up as: How can coaching help? A…
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