HOW I BECAME A COACH

I worked as a make-up artist in TV and film for years. I loved the creativity, but the best thing about it was working with people. I have always been fascinated by what makes a person tick.

After I had my son, I decided to use my passion for people for good and became a counsellor. A couple of years ago I trained with Barefoot because I knew I could offer more as a coach. It has a different energy and I wanted to be goal-focused and forward-looking.

My aim is to help women from all walks of life build their confidence. Often women come to me when they are at a crossroads. They are unsure about what they want, or don’t have the tools to get what they want. A lack of confidence can affect anyone at any stage of life, and no matter how successful someone might be, they still have things they worry about. Being let into the client’s inner world is such a privilege. We create a road map, and I use some of the brilliant tools Barefoot gave me to work through their challenges. I love to see that lightbulb moment: ‘Maybe I don’t need that label any more’ or, ‘I don’t always have to do this for everyone’.

The next time I see them they report back: ‘I tried what we talked about. I was nervous but it was OK.’ It’s amazing to see the progression and to help someone go from being uncertain to finding a new direction that is a joy. I get so excited for them and I love it.