“Coaching focuses on future possibilities.”

John Whitmore

my story
personal, career and leadership coach

stuck

I had a successful career as a General Manager in the tourism industry. I lived in a beautiful part of the world. I should have been happy. But I wasn’t. I felt stuck. I felt unmotivated. I felt numb. I kept asking myself ‘Is this it?’

After trying a lot of other self-help techniques, and them not helping, a friend suggested I meet with a coach. I had no idea what to expect but I gave it a go. My first session was full of self-doubt. ‘Am I doing this right? What should I say?’ But I eased in and together we unravelled what I was feeling. I dived into identifying my values, seeing who I was, and figuring out what I wanted.

With my coach’s support I began to change my life. I started a new career, I moved, I discovered my core values, and in doing so, became a more confident and authentic me.

That experience is at the heart of the coaching I now offer: helping people understand themselves, build confidence and make changes that feel right for them.

experienced

Since my career change, I have coached hundreds of people, to become more confident, have difficult conversations, identify their values, move through imposter syndrome, find direction and purpose, discover their authentic selves and become stronger leaders.

My years of work in business and acquisition management helps me in my work alongside businesses today. Prior to becoming a coach I led teams and supported individuals to see and fulfil their potential. I have an understanding of how businesses work, the language used, the challenges faced, and the dynamics of teams.

As a coach I work with organisations to facilitate team harmony, improve ways of working, improve performance, build confidence and increase employee engagement; through 1-2-1 and team coaching and group workshops.

journey

My coaching experience had a profound impact on me, and I began re-training out of pure passion and curiosity. I left my previous career behind and started to consider if I could work in this field too, and help others the way my coach had helped me.

In 2019 I trained with Barefoot Coaching. I am now also a Professional Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation and a Mental Health First Aider.

passionate

I love what I do. My work is aligned with my personal values. I understand who I am and give myself time to do the things that fill me up – such as walking my dog, running, learning and nourishing my body and mind.

I understand the power that coaching can have on someone’s life. Seeing my clients have their own lightbulb moments is such a gift to witness.

Does this resonate?

Perhaps you're at a point where something doesn't quite feel right.

You might be questioning your career, struggling with confidence, stepping into leadership, navigating change or simply wondering what you want next.

These are the conversations I have with clients every day.

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“Gemma is authentic and shows up in her work. She’s also very open and warm as a person - she cares. Gemma is committed to helping people through their coaching journey and that gives you the confidence to trust and go with it.”

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my approach to coaching

I take the time to listen and understand the individual, or group, I am working with - tailoring my approach to their needs. I always meet my clients where they are. Some people like to move fast, some slow, some need the freedom to explore, some require more structure. My priority is to create a gentle, safe and calm environment for clients, where we can develop our relationship and they can do their best thinking. This enables clients to feel they can fully use this time and space to explore whatever they are bringing to the sessions.

the impact of coaching

People reach out to me for many different reasons and I firmly believe that anyone who is ready to make a change in their life, or career, can benefit from coaching. Clients have told me that coaching helped them feel more confident, have trust and faith in themselves, improve self-awareness, and feel empowered to take that next step - whatever that may look like for them. It has helped them navigate career change, have conversations they've been avoiding and be the leader they want to be. Coaching helps people to live and work authentically, and to take control of their life. I offer a safe space, free from judgement and accountability we all need occasionally.

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discover more

If you're thinking about your career, confidence or what's next, you can find out more about my personal and career coaching:

personal and career coaching

For organisations looking to develop confident managers, leaders and harmonious teams, explore my business and leadership coaching information:

business and leadership coaching

Sabelline

Being coached by Gemma has made a huge difference to me both professionally and personally. She has helped me grow in confidence and dare I say beat imposter syndrome, whilst also understand my values and needs better to gain more alignment and fulfilment in my work and personal life. Gemma shows the perfect balance of nurture and challenge and promotes accountability, which has really paid dividends for me. I cannot recommend her enough to anyone feeling doubtful about their abilities or stuck in a rut.

real people. real results

Sarah, Managing Director

We recently worked with Gemma to align our team values across both the Leadership Team and the wider organisation, and the sessions were outstanding. Having an external facilitator can be invaluable, especially when they truly understand and reflect your company’s culture and Gemma absolutely did. I wouldn’t hesitate to work with Gemma again and highly recommend Gemma to any organisation seeking to strengthen team alignment and collaboration.

L, Finance Director

Coaching sessions with Gemma have made a huge difference in my leadership journey. Understanding my values and the leader I want to be and realising that being myself is enough - it has helped my confidence and development at work. Gemma was so supportive and understanding, making it easy to open up and reflect honestly on where I was and where I wanted to be. Would highly recommend. Coaching can really help in whatever journey you are on in life.