We all have potential. We all have agency. And – whether we admit it or not – we’re always part of the problem, and part of the solution. Small changes in us can cause big impacts on outcomes, whether at work or home. But…
Change is hard to do on your own.
It’s easier with a partner. As your coach, I can be that thinking partner – someone to think out loud with, who also brings helpful encouragements, checks, challenges, and a bit of a laugh sometimes too.
Coaching offers valuable and confidential space, time, support and challenge to help you find the best solutions to your own problems. I listen well, and ask questions that provoke your very best thinking, to help you choose a direction, then get closer to what you really want.
Coaching works.
I’m passionate about coaching because I know – from my own experience and others’ – the return on investment is disproportionate. Because the work can involve transforming beliefs and behaviours, it can lead to more content and ambitious people, more capable leaders, and more functional teams and organisations.
“Coaching with Helen has been transformative. By the first session I knew what I needed to work on and by the second session I was already seeing change in the way I lead. It brought awareness to important things and allowed me to make a conscious choice, with a key set of skills, to activate these things. It was powerful to look more closely at the inner beliefs I hold about myself and how these play out in the workplace, and then find tangible ways to change behaviours for the better. It has made my working life much more self-aware, empowering and easier! And I feel accountable to continue to do the work.”
Global Charity Head
Everyone deserves coaching, but I’m particularly passionate about…
- Helping newly promoted leaders be intentional about how they show up with their teams
- Helping established leaders communicate better with their teams and organisations
- Helping leaders work through knotty team and culture problems
- Supporting ambitious people working towards promotion
- Helping younger people navigate their careers and understand and demonstrate their potential
My approach
You set the direction, and bring whatever you need to think through. I’ll listen, to anything you tell me, without judgement. And I’ll bring all my resources to create a space where you can do the best thinking of your life and unlock more than you thought was possible.
I always have a ‘chemistry’ conversation before we agree on a coaching relationship. It’s a free, no-obligation conversation for us to get to know each other, you to ask questions about coaching and about me, and to talk about what you’re looking to get from coaching. It’s usually 30-45 minutes, over the phone or video.
If you choose to work with me, we’ll agree a package of three or more sessions up front, and determine if we’ll meet online or in person. I may offer some questions to consider before the first session. A coaching session is usually 90 minutes.
“Helen demonstrates wonderful coaching techniques, she truly listens, and puts you at the centre of her practice; I found she really believed in me (even when I didn’t believe in myself).”
Chief People Officer
A bit about me
I studied Sociology at Degree level because cultures, and ideas that become movements have always fascinated me. I started my career in philanthropy and global communications at Dyson, advising Sir James Dyson, several CEOs and other executive leaders on internal and external communications. After eight years in communications, two of them leading global communications from the US HQ in Chicago, I moved into human resources. From there, I applied my hard-earned communication skills to shape organisational culture and employee experiences.
In all this work, I was at my best advising, coaching or mentoring graduates, CEOs and all levels in between.
In 2018 I started working with businesses to improve their cultures and increase performance as an employee experience, culture and communications consultant.
I’m optimistic, caring, and apply courage in my work. Integrity is really important to me. I’m a communicator by background, so I always try to be clear and to the point; no lofty waffle here. I’m also a voracious reader and podcast-listener, and a Governor at my children’s infant school.
“Helen had a big influence on my leadership style and capability. By providing a perfect balance of listening, guiding, resources and questions that challenged me to think about and review aspects of my approach, I have been able to identify areas of my leadership to work on and refine. Thank you!”
Director of Consultancy, Impact and Influence
Certifications and education
- Member of International Coaching Federation, and subscribe to its code of ethics
- Certified business and personal coach, Barefoot Coaching
- Hogan Assessments Certified (psychometric tool)
- Mental Health First Aider, MHFA England
- Completing a Postgraduate Certificate in Business and Personal Coaching, University of Chester
Drop me a line for a free, no-obligation exploratory chat about coaching.
