Testimonials:

P. Norris, Deputy Headteacher.

The leadership coaching I experienced with Michele led me to truly progress my effectiveness as a leader; working with her gave me the courage to seek holistic feedback from others and the tools to work out what it meant and how I might respond. The coaching sessions were both challenging and supportive in the right measure, allowing me to explore issues in a range of ways. Her thoughtful listening and questioning empowered me to find my own resolutions leading to positive change. It would be a lie to say the coaching was easy, I was really made to think-she didn't let me off the hook...in a good way! However, the conversations were powerful and the impact meaningful for my future practice. I am a more aware and reflective leader as a result of my coaching experience with Michele.

R. Palmer, Assistant Headteacher.

The coaching had a really positive impact on my leadership. It helped me recognise my own inner strength and realise that I often already have many of the answers; I just needed the space to reflect and trust my judgement. Michele helped me to think about things in different ways. I felt supported to find my own solutions and empowered to make changes.

While I know I am still growing as a leader, the coaching helped me see that I am doing a good job and moving in the right direction.

Personally, the coaching helped me learn how to compartmentalise things better and give myself time and perspective. It made me realise that I can’t do everything at once and that things don’t have to be perfect.

It also helped me appreciate how much I am already doing, even if I haven’t achieved everything I originally set out to. I’ve learned the importance of recognising manageable steps along the way to my bigger goals, so I can reflect and celebrate progress rather than feeling overwhelmed because I’m not there yet.