Testimonials

[After working together] I set boundaries, but also became more aware that I need to respect other people’s boundaries, I made myself more of a priority, I believed in myself more (still work to be done here), realising my purpose and values helped me align myself to where I want to be and my path in life. My outlook in general is much more positive, I don't dedicate extra time to work anymore, whereas before I felt like I was dedicating so much extra time - and for nothing. Any extra time now is focussed on my VA bits, wellbeing, and well - me.

Looking at most powerful self [had a big impact] I think about that exercise almost daily. When I talk to friends about career coaching, I will always reference that visualisation exercise. I think about her often. I feel like that set the foundation of me believing i could achieve what I want.

[After coaching I have had a] complete 180. The shift began even in our first session, maybe even in our discovery call. The excitement I had for coaching (despite me getting worse at doing my homework!) was amazing, I made sure I prioritised that always, and it's been worth it because I know that I'm working towards a better reality.

[To anyone looking to book coaching] Do it. 100% do it. Book the discovery call, find your Lou, and realise that you are capable of achieving a reality you are proud of, that you are passionate about, making you excited to wake up each day.

I felt completely lost and stuck both in my career and in life. I just got to the point where I was fed up with feeling down, deflated and unsure of who I was and who I wanted to be and what my purpose was.

[After working together] EVERYTHING... {changed} No better way to put it. I am honestly glowing now I know what my purpose is, My VALUES which was huge for me as Lou knows. Truly just figuring out who I was deep down so I could figure out what I liked and disliked...I ended up picking a new career change I am so excited about. It is different to what I had initially decided on but I know does, and will, suit me so much better.

I feel like a different happier version to the girl that came for Lou's help, Lou honestly has changed my life!! It is such a wonderful journey to go on and Lou made this so much fun and enjoyable while still keeping me on my toes and to schedule.. Giving me tools I will use forever when life gets tough but also when it's great.

[To anyone looking to book coaching] DO IT NOW!!!! I WILL BE BACK FOR SURE!! Everyone needs some guidance and coaching. Life is tough and when you get lost there is nothing better than asking for helping..Lou makes you feel loved and guided the whole journey.

I am sure I have written too much as usual but Thank you for the journey, Lou came into my life in the most magical way and I already miss her so much..To go on this journey with her is life altering.

I was in the middle of a very tough time in my life and I wanted to embark on a positive journey towards something I could empower myself to change. I had long ago fallen out of love with my job. I began to feel demoralised and having returned from maternity leave for the second time, I lacked confidence in my professional competence which began to erode my confidence.

I had endlessly chased further qualifications in other fields of nursing, hoping that each distinction would bring the validation I desperately needed.

I felt incredibly empowered by Lou who made me feel as though I am more than capable of living my dream life and that I deserve nothing less.

I feel validated, empowered and optimistic. Prior to coaching I felt my yearning for change was very self-indulgent: what single Mum looks the gift horse of a flexible, term-time contract in the mouth? How ungrateful! How unrealistic! How self-serving! Life is about survival, not luxury! And should you be your own priority right now? I now see how a fulfilling working life could be the route to more happiness inside and outside of work. Resentment for your work can be insidious, leaking into other areas of your life and, thanks to Lou, I have the motivation and encouragement to ensure that this isn't my reality.

[To anyone looking to book coaching] Invest in yourself and enjoy the whole process. You will come out of this knowing yourself and, if you're lucky, maybe you'll even love yourself!

I felt lost, stuck and unmotivated in my current job and life. I wondered was I capable of more, I needed someone to help me clarify what "more" actually was and how I could achieve it. I follow several life/career coaches on Instagram, however after a few short months I knew you were the coach for me. I really admire your work ethic, your calm approach and the personal interest you take in your clients success.

I was petrified [to embark on coaching] if I am honest, I was scared to open up to a "stranger" (you were not a stranger for long) and I was scared to admit to myself that I was ultimately the one holding myself back.

I am now armed with a clear vision of what I want my life to be and an action plan which will help me work towards achieving it. I am armed with further tools and techniques to help me challenge limiting beliefs and self sabotage should they show their face again . I feel empowered and energised and I am looking forward to living a life aligned with my purpose.

In one of my first sessions I experienced a huge AHA moment... when you explained how my lack of ability to say no or put boundaries in place was actually negatively impacting my life. It really was like a lightbulb moment and something I have really been working on and challenging since.

I feel determined, empowered and excited. I am no longer defined by my job, ok it is still a part of my life (for now) but I am taking action in moving forward and I can see a bright future ahead where I am living a life aligned with my purpose and using the skills and talents I have been blessed with to achieve it.

{To anyone looking to book coaching] DO IT! Louise is a fantastic, her calm nature and logical approach to helping you, not only get to know yourself better but to realise what you actually want from your life and how to get is it, is exactly what you need if you are currently feeling stuck, unmotivated or fed up.

You were an absolute pleasure to work with through this programme, you have equipped me with the knowledge, tools and now an action plan to go after the life I want. You have empowered me with the belief that I am worthy of success and I can achieve what I want. Thank you so much.

[to anyone thinking about coaching] Do it! I’ve since realised spending money on your own self development is the best type of investment! Having someone there who is so relaxed, approachable but also completely honest and unbiased to coach me has made it all the more enjoyable. It’s like having a friend who is just really invested in your self development and career!

Before the coaching journey I was feeling very stuck, confused and low in my current career. I had tried different working environments and some self help practices.

I feel like I finally have a good understanding of who I am as a person and what I need from a future career. I now have a clear path and plan in place to make the leap into a new one. I definitely trust in my own instincts more and feel like there is finally light at the end of the tunnel!

Before starting coaching I was feeling very low and stuck and I knew I needed proper help and guidance to reconnect with myself. I started searching on Google for help and I resonated 100% with Lou's website. I had a quick look at the things she could help with and I completed her questionnaire right away as I felt it was speaking to me. I felt the chemistry through the website, I told myself I have to go for it. I followed my gut and it was the best investment I have ever made. 

The biggest issues I was facing were the boundaries in my head, feeling stuck, the insecurities and the feeling that I was drifting around with no direction. 

The journey was not always easy, I had to dig deep into myself, to face a lot of fears in order to understand what they are. 

The results are definitely worth the hard work. 

I am more aware of my qualities, I have reconnected with myself,  I am very grateful for who I am, and feel amazing. I am very confident. I have learned to get out of my head and to trust the heart.  

[For anyone thinking about coaching] Just go for it. It is the best investment you will ever make for yourself.

Thank you for supporting me, pulling me up on my limiting beliefs and showing me what is possible. It definitely wasn't always easy but thanks to you I've come out feeling like I know where I'm going with my career, after a long time of feeling very lost.

{Before coaching] I was feeling confused and lost about what I wanted to do for work. My contract was due to come to an end later in the year and I knew I just didn't want to go into another "same old" job. I saw it as an opportunity to think about my career prospects and get coaching.

[After coaching] I was able to really evaluate myself and what was important to me in regard to work. I had a new found motivation and belief that something better was available to me. There's literally too many [aha moments] to even be able to pinpoint one. I feel ready and able to start my new career with the right tools and mindset to do it. {To anyone looking to book coaching] Do it!

[Before coaching] I felt like I was in a rut. I had worked my way up to the job I had always wanted but wasn't happy. I felt like I was waiting for life to start, instead of living in the moment. I knew I needed to make a change but didn't have clarity on what I wanted. My career has been so important to me but I knew that the job I was in was holding me back from being happy. I didn't have the confidence to take action and I was scared at the prospect of leaving the only job I had even known.

[After coaching] My life has completely changed. I achieved all the goals I set out on our first session together. I no longer feel like I am in a rut and waiting for life to start. I am fully living my life every day to its fullest and can't remember how long it's been since I was this happy!

I took my future into my own hands and quit my job to relocated back home - something I had longed for for years. I know I would have never been able to confidently give up my job without the coaching and guidance Lou has given me. I am now on the job hunt, but I am no longer scared at the prospect of rejection. I know my worth and I know what I am good at, I am in the best position I have ever been to set off on the next chapter of my career.

I now feel like I have a direction for my life and the tools I need to make sure I get what I want. I truly believe I am a happier and better person for the time I have spent working on myself with Lou. It was the best investment I have made, and I couldn't be more grateful for Lou's support and guidance on getting me to where I wanted to be.

I feel like a massive weight has been lifted. I used to feel lonely and frustrated at my circumstances, but now I don't have a moment to feel lonely as I have fully taken my life in my own hands and I am where I want it to be. I feel like I have purpose and an appreciation for myself.

If you feel like you are in a bit of a rut, or want to make a change in your life and don't know how then I would highly recommend using a coach. I have a lot of support in my life but having an objective person help you figure out what you want to do is a game changer.

[Before coaching] I was feeling lost, frustrated, unfulfilled and burnt out. I knew I needed to make a change, but didn't know where to start. I felt unsure about what it was that I really wanted and what was going to make me happy.

[After coaching] My mindset has changed and I feel calmer about my current reality because I have a clearer idea about what I want to do next. I also feel more confident as we reflected on my skills and achievements to date.

I think building the template over time worked really well, I could easily detect recurring themes - and after building my action plan and seeing how aligned it was to my template, it gave me the confidence that what I'd pulled together was genuine and aligned with my authentic self.

I feel clearer about what it is that I want, and more confident knowing that I can achieve it.

[To anyone looking to book coaching] Do it! You won't regret it - it's the best investment you can make in yourself.

[Before coaching] I had just settled an agreement with the company I was working with to terminate my employment. I was terrified, yet excited to start a new chapter in my life but I was also very unsure about what to do next. I was faced with the fear of rejection, lacking in confidence & had lost my sense of direction. I knew that timing-wise this was a great opportunity to make some significant changes, but I needed some support to establish exactly what changes to make!

[After coaching]I quickly established the value of the coaching & found my confidence again. I felt comfortable opening-up (even virtually) & realised how important it was to embark on this journey of self-discovery in order to align my passion/s with my career!

I feel confident & empowered.

[To anyone looking to book coaching] Do it! You won't regret it - it's a valuable investment! (I've already recommended it to others)

Lou had such a hugely positive impact on my life that it almost felt like a break-up when my coaching came to an end! I was "stuck" in many parts of my life when I met Lou, but with her tailored & sensitive approach she gave me the tools & confidence to progress. I looked forward to my sessions, even when I knew I would be challenged & I felt motivated & inspired after each one. I'm so grateful for having found Lou - her support & guidance has given me the courage to build a new career that I'm passionate about. I'm forever grateful. Thank you!

I was unsure of what to do next career wise after taking time away from work to look after daughter. I was really intrigued to find out more about me and what would be best suited to give me the life I want.

I found that after working with Lou I feel I understand myself so much more and understand what I want to create for mine and my family’s future and how important it is to ensure your career aligns with your life goals and your values.

I feel calmer on making career decisions and not jumping into anything without checking if it all feels like the true me.

[to anyone looking to book coaching] Definitely book it to discover the real you.

Thank you to Lou for questioning and guiding me throughout the process and putting up with me changing my mind about careers so many times!

I knew I wanted something different in work/life but felt stuck on how to make it happen. [I was feeling] frustrated, flat, bored, and lifeless. After my discovery call I felt much more at ease in deciding to do the programme but the little voice around money (“who do you think you are spending this money on something like this”) was still there

[After the programme] While I will still turn to those closest to me for their views, I have confidence in making my own decisions, I’m not waiting for permission of some kind (even though I never needed it before, this was purely a self-limiting belief!). My attitude has changed - I still have fears and worries about what I’m trying to do but I have so much more confidence in myself and determination to make changes to my life and career. I have definitely tapped into my authentic self - the overriding theme of the programme. I’m so grateful that this programme helped me to connect with my true self again and the activities we’ve done are things I’m sure I’ll turn to again and again either to develop further or if ever I’m having a wobble!

I really loved the group format. Firstly, it was a more affordable option for people who either simply can’t afford 1-1 coaching or those who are trying coaching for the first time. More importantly though, the value of the group format was in connecting with a wonderful group of women in a similar place to me, the connections we made and how supportive we all were (and continue to be!) of each other. As far as the content was concerned, the programme is so well structured.

I feel determined and capable, accepting of the things that aren’t “perfect” (because I learned it doesn’t exist!), and above all else I feel like myself, and it turns out I quite like her 😊

[To anyone looking to book coaching] I already have recommended it to friends! I’d say don’t hesitate - you’ll discover so much about yourself and it’s worth it just for that - but you’ll also walk away with clarity of what you want, what you DON’T want, and a tangible action plan

I feel this programme, and Lou, have changed my life. It sounds grand, but even if I didn’t make any career change (which won’t be the case!), my mindset has shifted and it’s having a positive impact in various areas of my life 

My journey with Lou began with a Discovery Call in March. I was clear about what I wanted to change and feeling desperate for that change to happen asap. I loved Lou’s personality and energy and committed to a group programme. Her balance between friendliness and being a professional coach has been admirable. The power of discussing dreams and also being vulnerable in a group setting was powerful. Lou enabled a positive working environment based on confidentiality and trust from the start. The programme was packed full of content, tools and exercises - which personally helped me feel more sure than ever about what I truly want to pursue to live my life the way I need to. I came away with an action plan and things are progressing. It’s been exciting and there’s more to come. Lou is amazing, a genuine inspiration herself with her own journey with a gorgeous way of speaking - I would work with Lou again if the need should arise.

[BEFORE JOINING TC] I think the only way to describe how I was feeling was in turmoil. I felt undervalued and bad at my job and cried most days when I walked through the doors. I’d had a bad year where my cries for help and been unanswered and was surrounded by negative colleagues who didn’t care about the job and I didn’t have enough energy to pick up the slack and parent at the same time.

[AFTER JOINING TC] My outlook on work has changed hugely. I now realise I’m not quite ready to leave my current career behind but needed to change my work week balance if it was going to have a chance of working. I’ve realised that a hybrid work week is the best fit for me, with an opportunity to create my own artistic business within that. The work towards the beginning where we understood our sense of self was really eye opening.

I just feel happy. My weeks are positive and I feel good at my job again. I am confident to try something new and know that I’ve made the right choices which align with my authentic self.

[TO ANYONE LOOKING TO JOIN TC] Just go for it. It’s completely changed my life for the better and is 100% worth the money.

Before starting the coaching journey, I was feeling incredibly sad and increasingly desperate about my work situation. A particular set of circumstances had left me feeling overwhelmed by my job but also completely undervalued by my employer. This was compounded by a growing sense that I was not reaching my full potential and was stuck on a career path that I simply did not enjoy anymore. I did not know which way to turn but I felt that if things didn’t change, I would self-destruct.

I had spent a lot of time trawling job sites, somehow hoping that inspiration would strike and the perfect role would present itself to me. Instead I wasted a lot of time and came to realize that this route would have me swapping one unfulfilling role for another.

I had not participated in any sort of group coaching before and so I really did not know what to expect. That made me very nervous, particularly ahead of our first group call. I also fretted that I was just throwing money at my problems rather than acting on my own initiative to fix them.

[AFTER JOINING TRUE CALLING] I have gone from feeling lost to having a plan in place to start building my dream career. I now feel confident enough to give myself permission to pursue my passions and prioritize my own happiness within my future career.

The fact that True Calling was a group coaching program worked particularly well for me. I was feeling very fragile when I signed up and I would have felt too intimidated by the prospect of committing to one-to-one coaching at that time. Just listening to the other ladies during the group calls resulted in multiple lightbulb moments for me and I truly took comfort from sharing this journey with others who were in a similar situation. Having fortnightly calls kept me focused and also accountable. I really enjoyed the social aspect of the Telegram group too.

I feel confident in myself and hopeful for the future, for the first time in a very long time. Instead of fearing the worst, I find myself able to believe in my ability to create a better life for me and my family. I no longer feel stuck and I don’t feel guilty for wanting a change.

[TO ANYONE LOOKING TO JOIN TC] I would say that True Calling is incredible value for money. I got way more than I bargained for by way of the extensive course materials in the weekly modules, the sheer amount of personal coaching across both the multiple group calls and the one-to-one sessions, the information-packed masterclasses by guest speakers, and the ready-built community of likeminded individuals. I would say that if you are ready to show up for yourself and unlock your full potential, then this programme is the helping hand you need.

A big thank you for setting me on this path!

[BEFORE TC I WAS FEELING] Unmotivated, unsure and lacked general direction. I would always convince myself I had nothing to complain about as I was in a 'secure' job

[AFTER TC]'m much more aware of what makes me happy, who I truly am, my strengths. The structure of the programme is great, being able to share progress with the ladies in the group was great. I remember feeling so low at times and feeling lost and after every call I'd be completely different. By the end I felt like Lou was a psychic therapist.

[TO ANYONE LOOKING TO JOIN TC] 100% do it, it's a journey and at times it gets intense as there's a lot of reflection. I remember thinking how accurate the 'authentically you' strapline was on so many occasions. You'll feel so much more confident and so much more aware of yourself. Definitely an investment worth making. A massive, massive thank you.

[BEFORE TC] Stuck, on autopilot, bored of my life. I felt like I wasn't really me and lacked ambition, I couldn't really dream or envision anything different from my routine. I joined true calling as I felt I had to take action and Lou's messages on her social media and emails really resonated. After my discovery call with Lou I came away hopeful and excited and aware that I had many years of limiting beliefs and programming that needed addressing and working through.

[I HAD TRIED] Reading lots of self help books but I needed a guiding hand, structure and accountability.

[I WAS CONCERNED ABOUT] The cost, it's an investment, as well as nervousness whether it would work for me. This would be my last chance, if this didn't work I would never take a course again!

[AFTER TC] I am so much more hopeful for the future, I have clarity but I am also taking action towards my goals which has boosted my confidence. I was never really a planner but now having a plan for the year, a roadmap to my dream life and breaking this down has been so useful. I have created more in my sketchbook during the programme than the whole of last year, I've joined an art club and submitted a work to the Royal Academy summer exhibition. So many things to celebrate in such a short time. I just want to keep up the momentum.

Although nerve-wracking at times our group catch-ups were great, to listen to how people were getting on, their challenges, wins and their growth. A Lot of tears my side but it felt a safe space to open up. We all changed during this programme. Very inspiring! The Telegram group was great too, loved how Lou checked in on us and reminded us to celebrate our wins and got us in the practice of setting weekly goals, the accountability of the group was very motivating. Reflection - a big part of the programme, although painful at times was soooooo helpful, life gives you clues!!! Finding out my values was also a useful exercise and having these pinned down and able to refer to when making decisions is so useful.

Although I still get waves of frustration due to my current job, I know I am going to leave and I am taking actions towards my dreams. I feel more confident, I have more direction and clarity on what my dream life looks like. I am also much more aware of the niggly inner critic that shows up to sabotage me. I am excited about what's to come.

[TO ANYONE THINKING ABOUT JOINING TC] Take a chance! You will learn so much about yourself, it won't be easy at times but it is so worth it, when you feel invigorated and excited about living a more authentic life again. Lou is such a great coach, so supportive, she will call you out on your BS (gently🤣) but she creates a safe space to be vulnerable and really cares about you, your growth and helping you realise what makes your soul sing. Do it!!!

Thank you for this programme Lou. I loved it and miss the catch-ups and want to go through it again xxx

[BEFORE TC] I felt lost, confused, angry after making a large career transition. My concerns were that I would end up going around in circles, and leave the course without finding any solutions.

Lou has help me realise that I need to stop looking for another ‘job’ and find my own thing which lights me up

The group coaching was extremely useful. The combination of personalised coaching from Lou, and having other people to spark ideas

I feel more empowered and focused. I have realised that some people just don’t fit into a career ‘mould’ and need help identifying what their ‘thing’ is

You might feel like your world has been turned upside down but if you put in the work you will find your right path. Lou, and the ladies in the group were all lovely and I never felt uncomfortable being vulnerable

[BEFORE TC] I was really unhappy in my role at work and lacking in confidence, I knew I wanted to do something else and had been wanting to for a while but I didn't know what it was.

I guess my biggest concern was finishing the programme without a clear direction.

[AFTER TC WHAT CHANGED] So much! I've started my own business and have paying clients, I feel confident in my skills and abilities but above all of that, I have the skills and strategies in place and a better internal voice for when I don't feel great.

I think the structure of the programme worked well, I think the biggest moment for me was the future self visualisation. I just realised I wanted to be the person I know my future self wants me to be and that was entirely within my power.

As I've said, the biggest thing is having a new found lease of life for what I want to be doing and what I can be doing. I think I trust myself more and again, I don't feel stuck when things aren't great. It's not like a have an unrealistic feeling that everything is going to be perfect forever, but I feel equipped to deal with things and be kind to myself when things maybe aren't going quite so well.

[TO ANYONE LOOKING TO JOIN TC] If you are really ready to commit to making change and valuing yourself and learning more about yourself in order to do what you want to be doing, then 100% dive in!

[BEFORE TC] I felt lost, and very down on myself. I did not feel like I was living authentically. I felt that I had chosen the wrong career path and was not sure how to find my way out. I think my biggest issue was that I was trying to fit into something that I thought I should, rather than doing something that actually made me happy.

If I have been unhappy in a job, I have always been really proactive in trying to find another job, but I think this has been to my detriment, because I have always thought ok the next one will be better. It never was.

{DID YOU HAVE ANY CONCERNS ABOUT JOINING TC]I think as I was in such a low place and struggling day to day. I was concerned being in a group and being so open about what my struggles have and continue to be. It's daunting going into coaching one to one, but thinking of being in a group, and being quite reserved and quiet, I was worried that I would not find my feet in the group and would fade into the background.

[AFTER TRUE CALLING] I do think I have more clarity on what I want from my career. It has been amazing to hear from the group and to be coached by you in a way that has never felt pushy, but from a perspective of true belief that I can do it.

I think the way the exercises are set out and the order of them works really well, and feels a perfect sequence to really start digging into aspects of your life that contribute to your overall values and what you want to achieve in your career. I think my aha moment was not singular, but really when all the things that kept leading me to what I actually enjoy and why I may not have found that in my previous roles.

I feel lighter and more optimistic about the future, and recognise that change isn't going to happen overnight, I also feel like the courage I need is in there somewhere and I know I will get to where I want to be in the future.

[TO ANYONE LOOKING TO JOIN TC] Do it, Lou creates such a safe and welcoming environment, she is your biggest supporter and will allow you the space to really explore how to truly become an authentic version of yourself.

Thank you again Lou!

[BEFORE TC] Very flat, lost and like I was wasting my time at work. I wasn't enjoying it and I'd gone from job to job with no direction just something I thought I would enjoy but soon got bored of. I wanted to find the right job for me, a job I could grow in and really get stuck into.

I had done some self development courses before and online career quizzes but nothing that really helped or gave the answers I needed.

My only concern was what if it didn't work. I didn't want to be stuck in the rut that I'd been in for years already.

[WHAT HAS CHANGED SINCE TC] My outlook on life! I know exactly what I want and how to get it. Even the smallest things in my day that I know I'll enjoy or want to do I carve out time to do them. By starting small with things I can control I know I'm on my way to having exactly what I want at work and at home. There are still times that I doubt if things are what I really want but I know it's me being lazy and not wanting to have to work hard for something. It doesn't take much to remind me of how I felt on the course when I was thinking and writing down everything I wanted and knowing why it was important to me. Knowing these reason as to why it felt right is really powerful. It's quite motivating in itself knowing how hard I'll need to work for a few years to get to where I want to be, and knowing how I'll feel when I get there.

I feel clearer, like I have a direction to go in now. When I'm having a bad day at work I take a minute to think of where I'll be next year and it's so much clearer than before and motivates me to make the most of where I am now.

[TO ANYONE THINKING ABOUT JOINING TC] If there's any doubt in your mind on whether your current career path is right for you then join the course. Even if you stay on that path you'll find out so much more about yourself and leave filled with inspiration and motivation for wanting more out of your life.

Thank you again! I honestly don't think I would have had the results I did if I was working with someone else.

I felt overwhelmed with my work situation and like the only solution was to quit my job. I was close to burning out. I wanted support with my mindset, dealing with stress and to understand whether my job was right for me. My main concern having not had any coaching before was around whether I would find it beneficial and committing to the cost of multiple sessions in a block. I spoke to friends who had coaching and they encouraged me to do it saying it was absolutely worth it.

I learned a lot about myself from the coaching experience. I have a lot of stress management techniques to work into my day to day life to help me control my thoughts and better prepare for meetings. I have set boundaries between my work and home life and no longer put unnecessary pressure on myself. I understand more about my strengths, core values and purpose and how to consciously work these into my working life.

I had about 10 aha moments! However, I would say that having the independent input to discuss specific work problems was really helpful. The advice to get additional coaching at work and to get my boss to clearly set out what is expected of me in my role on different projects helped me set reasonable goals and not put unnecessary pressure on myself. I feel SO much better. My mindset has massively improved and I no longer feel like the only solution is to quit my job! I’m actually really well aligned to my role in terms of strengths and values and a lot of the issues were self-inflicted so could be resolved.

If you are looking to make some big shifts in 2024, I cannot recommend my coach Lou Villar Pardo more highly. She has been many things throughout my coaching journey: Coach, Cheerleader, Mindfulness Guru, Trusted Friend. Throughout my coaching journey: We laughed. I cried. We held the dynamite together 🧨 fast forward 2 years: I have the job of my dreams, living my values, where I am authentically me. Thanks Lou, You rock. xxx

I felt that I needed a new perspective to help me settle into a new role.   I needed to conserve my confidence and understand how to adapt and excel. I knew that I needed to try something different and learn new techniques and Lou’s skills and experience were the right fit for me.

Coaching means taking a hard look at what’s working and what’s not working.  Some soul searching is required which is never easy. [After coaching] I’m at peace that I made the right decision to move from my former role.  If my new role works out or not, remains to be seen but I’ve a good perspective now on my skills and how to make the most of them. Understanding my values and strengths was a aha moment on the path my career has taken.  I often wondered why I didn’t thrive in particular organisations and now I can see that our values were not aligned.I feel I have renewed resilience and my confidence is in good shape. [To anyone looking to sign up for coaching] I would say to keep an open mind.  You may go into it thinking one particular thing needs work but with Lou’s help you’ll gain a perspective which you won’t have achieved on your own and that will be the foundation for all sorts of positive changes. 

I felt like I needed some support and guidance to help me focus on self-development having come out of an intense period where I felt I didn’t have any support. I really looked forward to my sessions with Lou and felt very at ease discussing many areas in her relaxed and natural style. I'd come away from our weekly sessions with new tools to help me get closer to achieving my goals and also consider more thoughtful approaches to my challenges. I've noticed a positive shift in myself and feel much more in alignment with the values that matter to me and I’m starting to show more compassion to myself. 

I struggled to get into a routine of meditation and accept my values. I feel I’ve got a better grasp of both these areas to move forwards with. Our conversations also helped me to better visualise and reconnect with areas I’ve felt far removed from such as creativity, joy and balance.

I feel have a little toolkit of resources to tap into when I feel I need to and combined with my choice to take a break to allow more things back into my life, it’s definitely had a positive impact

[for anyone thinking of signing up for coaching] Go for it! I think you have to speak to a few people and follow your gut and understand who’s communication style and personality you will resonate with most as it’s such a personal thing and you have to be open to being vulnerable.

[Before coaching I had] Anxiety thinking of next steps in my career. Questioning my confidence in my soft skills and wanting to expand.

[After coaching I have] Clarity and confidence in starting my new role within the business. Greater sense of self to 1) Have an up to date & authentic CV & LinkedIn profile 2) More conscious approach to stakeholder relationships & direct line reports through understanding of my communication style and using coaching questions to improve relationships 3) Leverage my strengths to create value & impact 4) Creating a toolkit to better support myself personally and professionally 5) Gained a deeper understanding of my passions and values to steer professional and personal decisions 6) Planned career and personal goals to work towards 7) Working through beliefs and lack of confidence on being interviewing 8) Being more aware of my triggers / coping mechanisms / way I am perceived in situations during stress / when being challenged / unintentionally

Connecting with my values which I thought I had absolute clarity on... these evolved once we really drilled into them. I feel challenged in a good way and have utter confidence in them and how they can ground me and influence my decisions in life. Going through this process really drove me to go back to church , helped me work through important decision making when buying my new property etc

[I have] More confidence and have more clarity on my next steps in building my future and things I can work on to develop my knowledge and soft skills.

It's the best investment you could make for yourself both personally and professionally. It's a journey; with the dedicated support it will enable you to connect on a really personal level and look at practical ways to apply yourself.

How were you feeling before starting the coaching journey? What was happening that prompted you to book coaching with me? What were the biggest issues you were facing?

[Before coaching I felt] Lost, not sure what I wanted to do with work or my life

[After coaching] Lots changed. Lou really helped me get in touch with what I really wanted in my life (vs what I thought I "should" want), and helped me understand myself much better. I feel much more confident in myself, I still have a journey to go on but I'm now enjoying that journey.

[Any A-ha moments?] So many moments. Lou pulled me up on a lot of things where I was picking up on a tiny negative and missing all of the positives, and really helped me see how good I really am and feel good in myself.

[to anyone looking to book coaching] Go for it!! I would highly recommend coaching as a way to elevate your personal development.

[Before coaching] I felt like giving up on my business and career and didn't really know what to do instead. I thought that coaching might help me identify a way forward that could work for me.

Coaching has given me so many skills to use not just in my career, but in my life! Practically speaking I have reconnected with my purpose and found new energy for my calling and business. I have refined my offerings and gained clarity about where I want to go with my business and how I want to serve my clients. I have way more confidence in my knowledge and skills and am much more comfortable putting myself out there, knowing that the work I do is really needed. Coaching helped me to see that I'm already living in alignment with my values and has given me the confidence to define and own what success means to me outside of the mainstream and conventional view of it. I think it also made me realise and celebrate what an enormous amount of great work I've already done to get this far. I have developed the kind of inner strength and resilience I always envied in other people.

Working with Lou was brilliant. I didn't just want to feel better about my current situation that wasn't working for me, or to take practical business action but still be in the same negative mindset. I needed something that could both work on a practical level to improve my business, and support a mindset shift at the same time. Lou was fantastic at weaving both of these strands together to create a holistic package of support that not only resulted in tangible outputs like a clear business plan and outcomes such as increased client referrals and being commissioned for retreats and workshops, but also worked some inner alchemy to transform me into a different way of being with my career and business. We did so much - values work, abundance and money work, skills work, vision boards, strategy documents, crunched numbers, and so many other things that felt essential to the process of not just discovering my true north but really being able to live it.

I have never felt so confident or connected to my life path and purpose as I do now and that's thanks to her guidance and support. Lou is great to work with - down to earth and grounded but also expansive and inspirational, gentle when you need it, challenging when it's called for. She can see things in you that you've not even noticed or maybe don't believe in yet. She will believe in you when you can't believe in yourself! Lou is the best cheerleader you'll ever have.

[Before coaching I was feeling] confused, not sure whether I wanted to start a business and not sure where or how to start. I knew I loved coaching and wanted to be a coach but felt overwhelmed at how to move forward. I didn’t know my niche, I didn’t know how to build a website and I have fear of posting on social media

I was listening to podcasts about how to start a coaching business but not taking any action

[After coaching] I have now launched a coaching business and started posting on social media. I really worked through my limiting beliefs and fear of social media and now feel comfortable doing it.

I think the inner child work and meditation were really beneficial. Having a realisation that some of my worry about posting on line had come from a childhood teacher was a revelation

I feel like I have a clear business plan, and now I just need to keep going and hopefully get to the place where I can leave my job.

[To anyone thinking about coaching] it’s life changing. If you have something you want to change about yourself or your life then coaching can help you to achieve this

Thank you for your support - you’ve been awesome and I hope we can stay in touch.

I knew I wanted to start a coaching business but I didn’t know where to start. I loved the way Lou had built her business and wanted to learn from her.

We covered so much together from branding, content, my business structure, my finance goals, marketing. Lou was always on hand to review and comment on documents and I felt very supported throughout our time together.

I launched my business, worked out how to use social media! Built my website, gained new clients, hosted corporate workshops and masterclasses and could not be happier with results.

[to anyone thinking about coaching] book your discovery call and don’t look back! I wouldn’t be where I am today without Lou’s support.

Lou is incredible! Her approach resonated with me immediately. I didn't just want to feel more positive and confident about my vision and direction - I wanted to manifest real change in my life. And she's helped me do both of these things. I've seen huge shifts in my mindset and confidence. She's a personal cheerleader, a critical friend and the best boss you've ever had all rolled into one! She's helped me to really step into and own my big bold vision for creating something new and innovative in my field, which has involved completely restructuring my business model and prices, and launching it with complete confidence to both existing clients and the world at large. If you are looking for a coach who holds a space that is structured, inspiring, creative, responsive and adaptive, to help you grow and reclaim your power, then you are in the right place. It's the best investment in myself I've ever made.

[Before coaching] I was excited but my head was jumbled and unfocused on how to navigate my thoughts.

[After coaching] *I now feel a lot more prepared as I begin (today!) and have had a lot of prep work in the lead up to hopefully set me up for success. Lou has given me wonderful advice as well as tools to make the best out of my business. Putting together my action plan and talking about my launch - the penny dropped about how much time and effort needs to go into each individual aspect of the business.

I feel Prepared, ready and excited!

[to anyone thinking about coaching] Go for it, it's wonderful to have someone who is your cheerleader guiding you and ensuring that you think about every aspect of what you want to do, steering you in the right direction to achieve it.

Cheers Lou!

I seriously appreciate the support and friendship that was created during our coaching time together :)