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Proven results,
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powerful stories

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powerful stories

Learn about the impact of my coaching through the words of the leaders I've worked with.

Learn about the impact of my coaching through the words of the leaders I've worked with.

Learn about the impact of my coaching through the words of the leaders I've worked with.

Kate in front of a black wall
Kate in front of a black wall

Video testimonials

Hear real results from those who have worked with me, in their own words

IN THE MEDIA

Media, events, podcasts and webinars

People Management Interview

I talked to the CIPD's official magazine about the use of TikTok style content to deliver Learning & Development programmes.

The Funny Truth about Serious Leadership Podcast

I joined Keith Power on his podcast to talk about how I use humour to encourage better leadership.

The iPaper Weekly Expert Column

I was invited to be the iPaper's weekly expert giving advice on how to manage Gen Z staff.

EDGE, The Institute of Leadership Magazine

I was put in the hotseat but EDGE Magazine to talk all things leadership.

ITV Interview with Jonathan Wills

I talk to ITV about the success of my social media alter ego, 'Linda, the bad manager' and what makes a good leader.

Sunemployment Column

I shared my advice with The Sun readers on how to lead people older and potentially more experienced than you.

Muddy Stilettos Interview

Smash your career goals: I share my tips with Muddy Stilettos on how to lead like a pro in 2025.

Inclusive Growth Show Podcast

I join Toby Mildon to talk about how leaders can move beyond superficial values to truly embody inclusivity in their organisations.

BBC Radio Surrey, Sussex and Kent

I talk to Adam Dowling at BBC Radio Surrey, Sussex and Kent about how Linda the Manager came about, and my new book "How to Lead".

Work’s Not Working… Let’s Fix It! Podcast

I talk to Siân Harrington about why leadership so often falls short in today’s workplace.

Truth, Lies and Work Podcast

I join Leanne and Al Elliott as they explore the nuances of workplace culture and generational differences in today's work environment.

HR Magazine

A comment piece in HR magazine on how Gen Z are teaching leaders how to lead: When did setting boundaries become a character flaw?

Showing Up Podcast

I join Vicki Knights on her Showing Up podcast to discuss how I created Linda the Bad Manager and the secret to turning online engagement into real-world clients.

Women Disrupting Podcast

I join Yasmin Ariff to discuss my newly released book, "How to Lead", my alter ego 'Linda, the Bad Manager’ and how one of my most viral TikTok videos ended up back firing.

Accidental Managers

I join Roly Walter to talk about what makes an "accidental manager", and how organisations can support them in becoming effective managers.

Corporate Wellbeing Expo Interview

What's the link between good leadership and employee wellbeing (and engagement)?

The Anatomy of a Leader (Podcast/YouTube Guest)

I talk to Maria Hvorostovsky about toxic bosses, the inspiration for my TikTok character, Linda, and how to be a good leader.

Women in the Coaching Arena Podcast

I talk to Joanna Lott about building a coaching business , from discovering your own unique skills, to engaging your audience.

On the edge with April Mahoney (Podcast Guest)

I talk to April on her On The Edge podcast, about the ebbs & flows of employer/employee dynamics.

Tech World Human Skills (Podcast Guest)

I talk to Ben Pearce on his podcast about leadership and how to grow to become a great leader.

Unleash the Power of People Podcast

I talk to Chris Webber about how to have those difficult conversations to build trust from difficult relationships.

McCann World group "The Truth About Work"

McCann Worldgroup shared insights on the future of work and employer branding.

The Jobs for Women Show (Podcast Guest)

I talk to Zoe Haydn Jones about how knowing your values helps you define your boundaries and stop people pleasing.

Why Employees Leave (Webinar Guest)

I talk to Luke Fisher about how to create more engaged teams in this webinar (which also features Linda, the toxic boss).

The Pursuit of Purpose (Podcast Guest)

I talk to Pete Al Alkawi about how I help good people to become great leaders - understanding their values and purpose.

How to Stop "Doing" and Start Leading

I discuss with Jay Neale from Agency Works how to juggle the challenging demands of leading in an agency environment.

How to Create & Track Habits (Contributor)

Habit tracker apps might just be the key to transforming your routines (and life!) once and for all.

The Leadership Enigma Podcast

I explore the challenges faced by individual contributors and small consultancies (with Adam Pacifico in this podcast.

The Parent Equation Podcast (Podcast Guest)

I share my working parent journey with Ayesha Murray and talk about my views on everything.

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Signature Programme testimonials

Kate is thoughtful, insightful, and full of practical wisdom

Working with Kate over the past year has been one of the most grounding and impactful experiences of my professional life. During a particularly challenging chapter, Kate provided not only unwavering support but also a steady presence that helped me navigate complex decisions with clarity and confidence. Her approach is thoughtful, insightful, and full of practical wisdom. She brings a toolkit of strategies that are as powerful as they are applicable—many of which I continue to use in the day-to-day management of my business. Kate has a rare ability to meet you exactly where you are while gently guiding you toward where you need to be. Beyond our one-on-one work, we invited Kate to co-host an event for senior leadership talent within the fashion and beauty industries—a testament to the respect and trust I have in her. The event was a tremendous success, in large part due to Kate’s ability to connect with people, facilitate meaningful conversation, and hold space for real insight to emerge. I can’t recommend Kate highly enough to anyone looking for a coach who brings both heart and strategy to the table.

Rachel Saywell-Burr

Founder

For anyone considering working with you, I'd highly recommend it

Reflecting on the coaching program, I'm genuinely pleased with the strides I've made in delivering effective feedback and delegating new tasks to my team, thanks to the tools you've provided. The most transformative change has been the added structure and consistency in my leadership style. Before our sessions, I often relied on bursts of energy to push me through; now, I feel steadier and deliberate in my approach. If I were to have coffee with my former self, I think she'd be amused—and perhaps a bit impressed—by how much more proactive and confident I've become in leading our team. It's a change that has not only enhanced my effectiveness but has also positively impacted the entire team dynamic. For anyone considering working with you, I'd highly recommend it. Your guidance has been instrumental in these improvements...Thank you for all your support and looking forward to our continued collaboration.

Alex Shaw

Director

Kate's coaching has helped me figure out strategies

I've struggled a lot with knowing what to focus on and when, as there is always so much going on and everything feels super important. Kate's coaching has helped me figure out strategies to isolate the key tasks from all of the noise and help me take my business forward. Kate puts forward insightful and challenging questions that have taught me a lot about myself, but also inspired me to be more decisive and strategic in what I do.

Charlie Cawsey

CEO

I highly recommend Kate for leadership coaching

I highly recommend Kate for leadership coaching. She struck the balance between being forthright and empathetic. She actioned my feedback and created a safe space for me to express my needs and boundaries so that we could build trust between us. She has a wealth of expertise and really got to the heart of issues that I bought to our sessions. Our meetings were in part thought experiments to prepare me to execute concepts in in the workplace and I am really looking forward to putting more of what I learnt into practice.

Claire Kwan

Senior National Representative

Kate guided me through the most difficult period of my entire career

I’ve been a business owner & leader for the past 12 years. I worked with Kate on a One to One basis for approx 6mths. Kate guided me through the most difficult period of my entire career and helped me to figure out what I wanted and how to get there for myself and by myself. Our sessions were challenging and thought provoking for me. Kate’s personable approach and style suited me perfectly and I absolutely loved the summary notes she sent after our sessions, these made such a difference when I needed a ‘reset’ in between our sessions. I made some huge personal decisions during my time working with Kate and for the first time in a very long time I am excited about my future.

Zoe Wyles

Business Owner

Kate listens, asks clever questions, and shares her wisdom and experience in such an emotionally intelligent way

I've been working with Kate for the past six months, and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for outstanding leadership training and life coaching. My sessions with Kate are wonderful - she listens, asks clever (and occasionally challenging) questions, and shares her wisdom and experience in such an emotionally intelligent way that it feels like we've come up with solutions as a team. Kate has shared some incredibly useful resources with me, allowing me to work between our sessions, and the one-on-one time I have with her is always very positive and enjoyable. Kate is a fantastic mentor, and I hope to work with her again in the future.

Ellie Glason

Founder & Director

The experience has been transformative

I've had the pleasure of working with Kate as my leadership coach for the past six months, and the experience has been truly transformative. At the outset, my goals were to boost my confidence, navigate difficult conversations more effectively, and build a toolkit to support my career growth. Kate has not only helped me achieve all of these goals but has far exceeded my expectations.Her insightful, probing questions during our sessions have pushed me to reflect deeply on my actions and approach to challenging situations. Kate’s personable nature and genuine investment in my success made each session feel both supportive and productive.I am incredibly grateful for all the growth I've experienced through our time together. If you're looking for a coach who will truly guide and inspire you, I cannot recommend Kate highly enough!

Denna Antoniou

Senior Project Manager

Refreshing approach, technique, and style

I’ve had the privilege of working with Kate for last couple of years at The Network Collective, initially as a peer, but more recently as a leadership coach, where she has provided invaluable support and guidance on my road to becoming a CEO. I found Kate’s approach, technique and style to be very refreshing in comparison to other “coaching” experiences I’ve had in in the past. Based on my experience of the coaching programme, we have now extended the leadership coaching to members of the SMT and it is already paying dividends in relation to new and improved behaviours in them and their respective teams

Craig Northveth

CEO

Kate is honest, supportive, challenging, and encouraging—all while being firmly on my side

I never thought I needed a business coach. I mean, with the daily juggle of running a business and managing Mum life, if I'm being honest, I didn't think I had time. (One thing I've learnt recently, we can always find time for the things we want to do 😉)

After a few months of working with Kate, I couldn’t have been more wrong. Having a business coach like Kate has been an absolute game-changer. She’s honest, supportive, challenging, and encouraging—all while being firmly on my side. What more could we want when we’re running a business? 🤷‍♀️ 
Kate has really helped me think about my values and understand the importance of living by them, both at work and at home.

I never realised how much someone could help me align my values with my day-to-day decisions, and now I can’t imagine not having Kate’s guidance. If you’re on the fence about working with a coach, take it from me—you might just surprise yourself! 💪 🌟

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Kelly Goodship

Managing Director

Kate’s intellect is razor sharp, she is exceptionally professional, and just ‘gets you’

Whilst her TikTok alter ego Linda shames you, Kate validates and hears you. Don’t be fooled though, she won’t let you off the hook if there is something she needs to challenge you on. Kate helped me define my values, reflect on where they align with my behaviour as well as those of others and give practical tips on how to go forward. If you’re new to coaching – she will take very good care of you. And if you are a pro – you’ll learn many more things than you thought you would. Kate’s intellect is razor sharp, she is exceptionally professional, and just ‘gets you’. Easy to work with, you can trust her.

Maria Hvorostovsky

Headhunter & Podcaster

Safe and confidential space to discuss challenges

The initial programme of coaching sessions with Kate helped me to bridge the gap between where I was & where I wanted to be - which was in a senior management role. Now that I'm in the new senior role, Kate continues to help me enhance my performance & my leadership skills. I not only come away from each conversation with a toolkit of tangible things that help me on a day to day basis & that really make a difference, I also have a safe & completely confidential space to discuss challenges. Every session is uplifting, productive & free of judgement - we also have a right laugh which is a bonus!

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Clare Tyndall

Head of Department

I feel more confident and less stressed

Coaching really helped me get to the core of a number of topics and come up with ideas to change some long-standing behaviours & habits. Kate's questions got me thinking in different ways, which helped establish solutions I may not otherwise have found. Coaching left me feeling more confident in my communication skills and lowered my stress levels. The work we did on establishing my core values was really helpful.

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Jess Wyatt

Account Director

Extremely personable, and highly experienced

I have been attending Kate’s coaching sessions for the past year and have found them “on point” every time! Kate is extremely personable, focused and not to mention highly experienced! Every session is relaxed, and I feel comfortable talking about any work situation that has arisen since the last session, that I need to discuss. Kate’s coaching techniques and tools are a valuable resource for me. Kate allows me to get the best out of a given situation and promotes positivity throughout. After every session, Kate provides notes and resources to takeaway and use. I find them a great reference point during times where I need to revisit and remind myself of how I can lead in a positive way. I’ve seen this not only benefit myself, but as a result, my team members! Since starting the sessions, I feel more confident and empowered, and have a clearer outlook on my career goals and what I want to achieve. I recommend Kate for anyone who feels “stuck in a rut” with their career and is wishing to revisit their career aspirations and/or those wishing to progress into leadership. Cannot recommend Kate highly enough and look at her “TikToks”, they’re fab! 😉

Emma Hillier

Senior Consultant

I cannot recommend Kate highly enough

I had the pleasure of working with Kate as my leadership coach over the past year, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. Kate's expertise in leadership development and her ability to tailor her coaching to my specific needs have been invaluable. She has a remarkable ability to listen, empathise, and provide insightful guidance. Our sessions were always well-structured and focused on achieving clear outcomes. She provided practical tools and techniques that I could immediately apply in my role as Head of Live. Her approach to coaching is both supportive and challenging, encouraging me to think critically and strategically about my leadership style and the impact I have on my team. Thanks to Kate's guidance, I feel more confident and equipped to navigate the challenges of leadership. Her coaching has been extremely helpful to me and I am excited to continue applying the insights and strategies that I have learned from her. I very much hope to work with Kate again in the future.

Cassie Quartermaine

Head of Live

Kate has been a fantastic coach

Kate has been a fantastic coach. So approachable and easy to talk to, each session meant I came away with a focused approach and set actions.

Beccy Gibson

Managing Director

Would highly recommend

I can vouch for Kate’s 1 to 1 coaching. I’ve found it invaluable to be able to talk through situations and problems and gain another point of view together with some techniques and the reasons why those behaviours may be happening. Would highly recommend.

Karen Dodd

Managing Partner

Kate gave me the confidence to "LET GO" more

I'd been thinking of stepping away from working behind the chair after 40yrs of hairdressing, but didn't really know how to. Watching Kate's alter ego "Linda" on TikTok made me realise that I needed different skills to what I had if this were to happen. Right from the start Kate helped me with these skills, but more importantly (which I never thought of), Kate gave me the confidence to "LET GO" more and to allow my team to step up. I found Kate’s knowledge rewarding and inspiring, which in turn has given me more confidence, now that I'm changing to my next chapter in my work life. Thank you Kate.

Jeff O'Neil

Founder

Positive, thought-provoking, and incredibly valuable

I find the discipline of carving out time for coaching to be hugely beneficial. It's an incredibly efficient use of time, as by the end of each session, I nearly always come up with several concrete next steps, thanks to Kate's coaching expertise and questioning skills. We discuss a range of issues, sometimes strategic, long-term challenges and sometimes more tactical, project-based matters. During the coaching programme, I've unlocked a variety of practical solutions to various quandaries, but also found the sessions to be positive, thought-provoking & ultimately incredibly valuable.

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John Waterhouse

Founder & Chairman

I received a mine of information and extra resources

The coaching sessions I had with Kate had a transformative effect, not only on my deliverables but also on my career. As well as creating a comfortable space to be heard, Kate helped me build my confidence, and gave me the tools to approach challenging situations with a new perspective. Each session was built with a specific objective in mind - which was not only met but exceeded as I always received a mine of information and extra resources on the subject I wanted to discuss! It feels so refreshing to have a new way of doing thing. Thank you Kate!

Marie-Sophie Ferriere

Sales & Marketing Manager

Kate’s coaching has changed me as a leader

Your coaching has changed me as a leader, for which I will always be grateful. Can’t wait to continue the journey.

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Jerina Hardy

Head of Communications

Best experience I've had thus far with coaching

Kate provided the best experience I've had thus far with coaching. She was always very focused on the outcomes I wanted for me and not a minute of any session felt wasted. In addition to making my primary aims the primary aims of the session, she noted and provided resources in other areas of improvement she had independently spotted. After 3 sessions I feel that I'm in a vastly more empowered place than when we started, having achieved some of my desired outcomes and being in the process of achieving others.

Emem Attah

Management Accountant

Her perspectives on work life queries are second to none

Kate brings a level of freshness to leadership coaching that is much needed in this ever changing working environment. Her perspectives and angles to work life queries and concerns are second to none. Highly recommend Kate as a leadership coach!

Ali Hussain

Consultant

Refreshing and very different to other management training

Kate is very intuitive and very quickly identified and understood the issues I was facing, using coaching methods to help me arrive at much-needed conclusions and solutions, rather than spoon-feeding advice. I found this approach refreshing and very different to management training I've had in the past. On a personal level it's been a delight talking to Kate - she's very engaging and personable and we hit it off right away!

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Maya Frost

Director of Marketing

It was a powerful learning and development experience

I've had the privilege of 1-2-1 coaching sessions with Kate and it has been a powerful learning and development experience for myself. I've learnt new skills and am in the process of changing some habits both in and out of work on the back of our sessions. I cannot recommend Kate highly enough - it's always healthy to talk!

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James Dann

Operations Director

Thought provoking, non judgemental, powerful

If you are ever considering getting some coaching around specific areas of your life, I really cannot recommend Kate enough! Thought provoking, non judgemental, incredibly powerful and has really allowed me to open my mind further. Incredible experience from start to finish. One of those game changing moments for me personally.

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Anna Houldsworth

Head of Department

Our sessions were extremely productive and insightful

Working was Kate was absolutely wonderful! Our sessions together were extremely productive and insightful, I learned invaluable practices that I've implemented in my management role that have proven to be both beneficial and lasting when it comes to daily operations with my team. Highly recommended!

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Elizabeth Marlow

Executive Producer

I’ve become a more organised and effective leader

I’m writing to recommend Kate for her fantastic leadership coaching. Over just three sessions, I’ve seen a big change in both my personal development and how I manage my team. Kate struck the perfect balance between professional and approachable. She took the time to understand what I wanted to achieve and where I was coming from. Her insights and practical tips have been incredibly helpful. I’ve started using many of the techniques she suggested on a daily and weekly basis, and the results have been great. What I appreciated most was how Kate tailored her advice to fit my specific needs. Her feedback was always honest, spot-on and easy to put into action. Because of Kate's coaching, I’ve become a more organised and effective leader The sessions were professional but had a relaxed and friendly vibe, making it easy to open up and get the most out of the experience. Kate has a genuine passion for helping people grow, and it shows in her coaching style. Overall, working with Kate has been a game-changer for me. I highly recommend her coaching to anyone looking to improve their leadership skills.

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Martin Hammond

General Manager

Her understanding is unparalleled

Kate's coaching approach, coupled with her wealth of experience, truly sets her apart. Her ability to understand the intricacies of leadership challenges and provide practical solutions is unparalleled. Through her insightful coaching sessions, I have not only improved as a leader but have also seen a positive impact on my team's performance and satisfaction. Kate's dedication to her clients' success is evident in every session and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a skilled and experienced leadership coach. Thank you, Kate, for your outstanding support and guidance!

Kat McHale

Head of Gamification

I absolutely loved our sessions and would really recommend

Working with Kate helped me in identifying my values and my long-term career objectives while offering practical tools to reflect and plan. We also looked at challenging some old habits to build new ones that will support me as HR professional and more generically as a person. I absolutely loved our sessions and I would really recommend her to anyone thinking of getting some coaching or offering it to their team as part of their people strategy.

Giulia Artizzu

Senior HR Manager

Signature Programme testimonials

Kate is thoughtful, insightful, and full of practical wisdom

Working with Kate over the past year has been one of the most grounding and impactful experiences of my professional life. During a particularly challenging chapter, Kate provided not only unwavering support but also a steady presence that helped me navigate complex decisions with clarity and confidence. Her approach is thoughtful, insightful, and full of practical wisdom. She brings a toolkit of strategies that are as powerful as they are applicable—many of which I continue to use in the day-to-day management of my business. Kate has a rare ability to meet you exactly where you are while gently guiding you toward where you need to be. Beyond our one-on-one work, we invited Kate to co-host an event for senior leadership talent within the fashion and beauty industries—a testament to the respect and trust I have in her. The event was a tremendous success, in large part due to Kate’s ability to connect with people, facilitate meaningful conversation, and hold space for real insight to emerge. I can’t recommend Kate highly enough to anyone looking for a coach who brings both heart and strategy to the table.

Rachel Saywell-Burr

Founder

For anyone considering working with you, I'd highly recommend it

Reflecting on the coaching program, I'm genuinely pleased with the strides I've made in delivering effective feedback and delegating new tasks to my team, thanks to the tools you've provided. The most transformative change has been the added structure and consistency in my leadership style. Before our sessions, I often relied on bursts of energy to push me through; now, I feel steadier and deliberate in my approach. If I were to have coffee with my former self, I think she'd be amused—and perhaps a bit impressed—by how much more proactive and confident I've become in leading our team. It's a change that has not only enhanced my effectiveness but has also positively impacted the entire team dynamic. For anyone considering working with you, I'd highly recommend it. Your guidance has been instrumental in these improvements...Thank you for all your support and looking forward to our continued collaboration.

Alex Shaw

Director

Kate's coaching has helped me figure out strategies

I've struggled a lot with knowing what to focus on and when, as there is always so much going on and everything feels super important. Kate's coaching has helped me figure out strategies to isolate the key tasks from all of the noise and help me take my business forward. Kate puts forward insightful and challenging questions that have taught me a lot about myself, but also inspired me to be more decisive and strategic in what I do.

Charlie Cawsey

CEO

I highly recommend Kate for leadership coaching

I highly recommend Kate for leadership coaching. She struck the balance between being forthright and empathetic. She actioned my feedback and created a safe space for me to express my needs and boundaries so that we could build trust between us. She has a wealth of expertise and really got to the heart of issues that I bought to our sessions. Our meetings were in part thought experiments to prepare me to execute concepts in in the workplace and I am really looking forward to putting more of what I learnt into practice.

Claire Kwan

Senior National Representative

Kate guided me through the most difficult period of my entire career

I’ve been a business owner & leader for the past 12 years. I worked with Kate on a One to One basis for approx 6mths. Kate guided me through the most difficult period of my entire career and helped me to figure out what I wanted and how to get there for myself and by myself. Our sessions were challenging and thought provoking for me. Kate’s personable approach and style suited me perfectly and I absolutely loved the summary notes she sent after our sessions, these made such a difference when I needed a ‘reset’ in between our sessions. I made some huge personal decisions during my time working with Kate and for the first time in a very long time I am excited about my future.

Zoe Wyles

Business Owner

Kate listens, asks clever questions, and shares her wisdom and experience in such an emotionally intelligent way

I've been working with Kate for the past six months, and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for outstanding leadership training and life coaching. My sessions with Kate are wonderful - she listens, asks clever (and occasionally challenging) questions, and shares her wisdom and experience in such an emotionally intelligent way that it feels like we've come up with solutions as a team. Kate has shared some incredibly useful resources with me, allowing me to work between our sessions, and the one-on-one time I have with her is always very positive and enjoyable. Kate is a fantastic mentor, and I hope to work with her again in the future.

Ellie Glason

Founder & Director

The experience has been transformative

I've had the pleasure of working with Kate as my leadership coach for the past six months, and the experience has been truly transformative. At the outset, my goals were to boost my confidence, navigate difficult conversations more effectively, and build a toolkit to support my career growth. Kate has not only helped me achieve all of these goals but has far exceeded my expectations.Her insightful, probing questions during our sessions have pushed me to reflect deeply on my actions and approach to challenging situations. Kate’s personable nature and genuine investment in my success made each session feel both supportive and productive.I am incredibly grateful for all the growth I've experienced through our time together. If you're looking for a coach who will truly guide and inspire you, I cannot recommend Kate highly enough!

Denna Antoniou

Senior Project Manager

Refreshing approach, technique, and style

I’ve had the privilege of working with Kate for last couple of years at The Network Collective, initially as a peer, but more recently as a leadership coach, where she has provided invaluable support and guidance on my road to becoming a CEO. I found Kate’s approach, technique and style to be very refreshing in comparison to other “coaching” experiences I’ve had in in the past. Based on my experience of the coaching programme, we have now extended the leadership coaching to members of the SMT and it is already paying dividends in relation to new and improved behaviours in them and their respective teams

Craig Northveth

CEO

Kate is honest, supportive, challenging, and encouraging—all while being firmly on my side

I never thought I needed a business coach. I mean, with the daily juggle of running a business and managing Mum life, if I'm being honest, I didn't think I had time. (One thing I've learnt recently, we can always find time for the things we want to do 😉)

After a few months of working with Kate, I couldn’t have been more wrong. Having a business coach like Kate has been an absolute game-changer. She’s honest, supportive, challenging, and encouraging—all while being firmly on my side. What more could we want when we’re running a business? 🤷‍♀️ 
Kate has really helped me think about my values and understand the importance of living by them, both at work and at home.

I never realised how much someone could help me align my values with my day-to-day decisions, and now I can’t imagine not having Kate’s guidance. If you’re on the fence about working with a coach, take it from me—you might just surprise yourself! 💪 🌟

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Kelly Goodship

Managing Director

Kate’s intellect is razor sharp, she is exceptionally professional, and just ‘gets you’

Whilst her TikTok alter ego Linda shames you, Kate validates and hears you. Don’t be fooled though, she won’t let you off the hook if there is something she needs to challenge you on. Kate helped me define my values, reflect on where they align with my behaviour as well as those of others and give practical tips on how to go forward. If you’re new to coaching – she will take very good care of you. And if you are a pro – you’ll learn many more things than you thought you would. Kate’s intellect is razor sharp, she is exceptionally professional, and just ‘gets you’. Easy to work with, you can trust her.

Maria Hvorostovsky

Headhunter & Podcaster

Safe and confidential space to discuss challenges

The initial programme of coaching sessions with Kate helped me to bridge the gap between where I was & where I wanted to be - which was in a senior management role. Now that I'm in the new senior role, Kate continues to help me enhance my performance & my leadership skills. I not only come away from each conversation with a toolkit of tangible things that help me on a day to day basis & that really make a difference, I also have a safe & completely confidential space to discuss challenges. Every session is uplifting, productive & free of judgement - we also have a right laugh which is a bonus!

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Clare Tyndall

Head of Department

I feel more confident and less stressed

Coaching really helped me get to the core of a number of topics and come up with ideas to change some long-standing behaviours & habits. Kate's questions got me thinking in different ways, which helped establish solutions I may not otherwise have found. Coaching left me feeling more confident in my communication skills and lowered my stress levels. The work we did on establishing my core values was really helpful.

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Jess Wyatt

Account Director

Extremely personable, and highly experienced

I have been attending Kate’s coaching sessions for the past year and have found them “on point” every time! Kate is extremely personable, focused and not to mention highly experienced! Every session is relaxed, and I feel comfortable talking about any work situation that has arisen since the last session, that I need to discuss. Kate’s coaching techniques and tools are a valuable resource for me. Kate allows me to get the best out of a given situation and promotes positivity throughout. After every session, Kate provides notes and resources to takeaway and use. I find them a great reference point during times where I need to revisit and remind myself of how I can lead in a positive way. I’ve seen this not only benefit myself, but as a result, my team members! Since starting the sessions, I feel more confident and empowered, and have a clearer outlook on my career goals and what I want to achieve. I recommend Kate for anyone who feels “stuck in a rut” with their career and is wishing to revisit their career aspirations and/or those wishing to progress into leadership. Cannot recommend Kate highly enough and look at her “TikToks”, they’re fab! 😉

Emma Hillier

Senior Consultant

I cannot recommend Kate highly enough

I had the pleasure of working with Kate as my leadership coach over the past year, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. Kate's expertise in leadership development and her ability to tailor her coaching to my specific needs have been invaluable. She has a remarkable ability to listen, empathise, and provide insightful guidance. Our sessions were always well-structured and focused on achieving clear outcomes. She provided practical tools and techniques that I could immediately apply in my role as Head of Live. Her approach to coaching is both supportive and challenging, encouraging me to think critically and strategically about my leadership style and the impact I have on my team. Thanks to Kate's guidance, I feel more confident and equipped to navigate the challenges of leadership. Her coaching has been extremely helpful to me and I am excited to continue applying the insights and strategies that I have learned from her. I very much hope to work with Kate again in the future.

Cassie Quartermaine

Head of Live

Kate has been a fantastic coach

Kate has been a fantastic coach. So approachable and easy to talk to, each session meant I came away with a focused approach and set actions.

Beccy Gibson

Managing Director

Would highly recommend

I can vouch for Kate’s 1 to 1 coaching. I’ve found it invaluable to be able to talk through situations and problems and gain another point of view together with some techniques and the reasons why those behaviours may be happening. Would highly recommend.

Karen Dodd

Managing Partner

Kate gave me the confidence to "LET GO" more

I'd been thinking of stepping away from working behind the chair after 40yrs of hairdressing, but didn't really know how to. Watching Kate's alter ego "Linda" on TikTok made me realise that I needed different skills to what I had if this were to happen. Right from the start Kate helped me with these skills, but more importantly (which I never thought of), Kate gave me the confidence to "LET GO" more and to allow my team to step up. I found Kate’s knowledge rewarding and inspiring, which in turn has given me more confidence, now that I'm changing to my next chapter in my work life. Thank you Kate.

Jeff O'Neil

Founder

Positive, thought-provoking, and incredibly valuable

I find the discipline of carving out time for coaching to be hugely beneficial. It's an incredibly efficient use of time, as by the end of each session, I nearly always come up with several concrete next steps, thanks to Kate's coaching expertise and questioning skills. We discuss a range of issues, sometimes strategic, long-term challenges and sometimes more tactical, project-based matters. During the coaching programme, I've unlocked a variety of practical solutions to various quandaries, but also found the sessions to be positive, thought-provoking & ultimately incredibly valuable.

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John Waterhouse

Founder & Chairman

I received a mine of information and extra resources

The coaching sessions I had with Kate had a transformative effect, not only on my deliverables but also on my career. As well as creating a comfortable space to be heard, Kate helped me build my confidence, and gave me the tools to approach challenging situations with a new perspective. Each session was built with a specific objective in mind - which was not only met but exceeded as I always received a mine of information and extra resources on the subject I wanted to discuss! It feels so refreshing to have a new way of doing thing. Thank you Kate!

Marie-Sophie Ferriere

Sales & Marketing Manager

Kate’s coaching has changed me as a leader

Your coaching has changed me as a leader, for which I will always be grateful. Can’t wait to continue the journey.

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Jerina Hardy

Head of Communications

Best experience I've had thus far with coaching

Kate provided the best experience I've had thus far with coaching. She was always very focused on the outcomes I wanted for me and not a minute of any session felt wasted. In addition to making my primary aims the primary aims of the session, she noted and provided resources in other areas of improvement she had independently spotted. After 3 sessions I feel that I'm in a vastly more empowered place than when we started, having achieved some of my desired outcomes and being in the process of achieving others.

Emem Attah

Management Accountant

Her perspectives on work life queries are second to none

Kate brings a level of freshness to leadership coaching that is much needed in this ever changing working environment. Her perspectives and angles to work life queries and concerns are second to none. Highly recommend Kate as a leadership coach!

Ali Hussain

Consultant

Refreshing and very different to other management training

Kate is very intuitive and very quickly identified and understood the issues I was facing, using coaching methods to help me arrive at much-needed conclusions and solutions, rather than spoon-feeding advice. I found this approach refreshing and very different to management training I've had in the past. On a personal level it's been a delight talking to Kate - she's very engaging and personable and we hit it off right away!

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Maya Frost

Director of Marketing

It was a powerful learning and development experience

I've had the privilege of 1-2-1 coaching sessions with Kate and it has been a powerful learning and development experience for myself. I've learnt new skills and am in the process of changing some habits both in and out of work on the back of our sessions. I cannot recommend Kate highly enough - it's always healthy to talk!

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James Dann

Operations Director

Thought provoking, non judgemental, powerful

If you are ever considering getting some coaching around specific areas of your life, I really cannot recommend Kate enough! Thought provoking, non judgemental, incredibly powerful and has really allowed me to open my mind further. Incredible experience from start to finish. One of those game changing moments for me personally.

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Anna Houldsworth

Head of Department

Our sessions were extremely productive and insightful

Working was Kate was absolutely wonderful! Our sessions together were extremely productive and insightful, I learned invaluable practices that I've implemented in my management role that have proven to be both beneficial and lasting when it comes to daily operations with my team. Highly recommended!

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Elizabeth Marlow

Executive Producer

I’ve become a more organised and effective leader

I’m writing to recommend Kate for her fantastic leadership coaching. Over just three sessions, I’ve seen a big change in both my personal development and how I manage my team. Kate struck the perfect balance between professional and approachable. She took the time to understand what I wanted to achieve and where I was coming from. Her insights and practical tips have been incredibly helpful. I’ve started using many of the techniques she suggested on a daily and weekly basis, and the results have been great. What I appreciated most was how Kate tailored her advice to fit my specific needs. Her feedback was always honest, spot-on and easy to put into action. Because of Kate's coaching, I’ve become a more organised and effective leader The sessions were professional but had a relaxed and friendly vibe, making it easy to open up and get the most out of the experience. Kate has a genuine passion for helping people grow, and it shows in her coaching style. Overall, working with Kate has been a game-changer for me. I highly recommend her coaching to anyone looking to improve their leadership skills.

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Martin Hammond

General Manager

Her understanding is unparalleled

Kate's coaching approach, coupled with her wealth of experience, truly sets her apart. Her ability to understand the intricacies of leadership challenges and provide practical solutions is unparalleled. Through her insightful coaching sessions, I have not only improved as a leader but have also seen a positive impact on my team's performance and satisfaction. Kate's dedication to her clients' success is evident in every session and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a skilled and experienced leadership coach. Thank you, Kate, for your outstanding support and guidance!

Kat McHale

Head of Gamification

I absolutely loved our sessions and would really recommend

Working with Kate helped me in identifying my values and my long-term career objectives while offering practical tools to reflect and plan. We also looked at challenging some old habits to build new ones that will support me as HR professional and more generically as a person. I absolutely loved our sessions and I would really recommend her to anyone thinking of getting some coaching or offering it to their team as part of their people strategy.

Giulia Artizzu

Senior HR Manager

Signature Programme testimonials

Kate is thoughtful, insightful, and full of practical wisdom

Working with Kate over the past year has been one of the most grounding and impactful experiences of my professional life. During a particularly challenging chapter, Kate provided not only unwavering support but also a steady presence that helped me navigate complex decisions with clarity and confidence. Her approach is thoughtful, insightful, and full of practical wisdom. She brings a toolkit of strategies that are as powerful as they are applicable—many of which I continue to use in the day-to-day management of my business. Kate has a rare ability to meet you exactly where you are while gently guiding you toward where you need to be. Beyond our one-on-one work, we invited Kate to co-host an event for senior leadership talent within the fashion and beauty industries—a testament to the respect and trust I have in her. The event was a tremendous success, in large part due to Kate’s ability to connect with people, facilitate meaningful conversation, and hold space for real insight to emerge. I can’t recommend Kate highly enough to anyone looking for a coach who brings both heart and strategy to the table.

Rachel Saywell-Burr

Founder

For anyone considering working with you, I'd highly recommend it

Reflecting on the coaching program, I'm genuinely pleased with the strides I've made in delivering effective feedback and delegating new tasks to my team, thanks to the tools you've provided. The most transformative change has been the added structure and consistency in my leadership style. Before our sessions, I often relied on bursts of energy to push me through; now, I feel steadier and deliberate in my approach. If I were to have coffee with my former self, I think she'd be amused—and perhaps a bit impressed—by how much more proactive and confident I've become in leading our team. It's a change that has not only enhanced my effectiveness but has also positively impacted the entire team dynamic. For anyone considering working with you, I'd highly recommend it. Your guidance has been instrumental in these improvements...Thank you for all your support and looking forward to our continued collaboration.

Alex Shaw

Director

Kate's coaching has helped me figure out strategies

I've struggled a lot with knowing what to focus on and when, as there is always so much going on and everything feels super important. Kate's coaching has helped me figure out strategies to isolate the key tasks from all of the noise and help me take my business forward. Kate puts forward insightful and challenging questions that have taught me a lot about myself, but also inspired me to be more decisive and strategic in what I do.

Charlie Cawsey

CEO

I highly recommend Kate for leadership coaching

I highly recommend Kate for leadership coaching. She struck the balance between being forthright and empathetic. She actioned my feedback and created a safe space for me to express my needs and boundaries so that we could build trust between us. She has a wealth of expertise and really got to the heart of issues that I bought to our sessions. Our meetings were in part thought experiments to prepare me to execute concepts in in the workplace and I am really looking forward to putting more of what I learnt into practice.

Claire Kwan

Senior National Representative

Kate guided me through the most difficult period of my entire career

I’ve been a business owner & leader for the past 12 years. I worked with Kate on a One to One basis for approx 6mths. Kate guided me through the most difficult period of my entire career and helped me to figure out what I wanted and how to get there for myself and by myself. Our sessions were challenging and thought provoking for me. Kate’s personable approach and style suited me perfectly and I absolutely loved the summary notes she sent after our sessions, these made such a difference when I needed a ‘reset’ in between our sessions. I made some huge personal decisions during my time working with Kate and for the first time in a very long time I am excited about my future.

Zoe Wyles

Business Owner

Kate listens, asks clever questions, and shares her wisdom and experience in such an emotionally intelligent way

I've been working with Kate for the past six months, and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for outstanding leadership training and life coaching. My sessions with Kate are wonderful - she listens, asks clever (and occasionally challenging) questions, and shares her wisdom and experience in such an emotionally intelligent way that it feels like we've come up with solutions as a team. Kate has shared some incredibly useful resources with me, allowing me to work between our sessions, and the one-on-one time I have with her is always very positive and enjoyable. Kate is a fantastic mentor, and I hope to work with her again in the future.

Ellie Glason

Founder & Director

The experience has been transformative

I've had the pleasure of working with Kate as my leadership coach for the past six months, and the experience has been truly transformative. At the outset, my goals were to boost my confidence, navigate difficult conversations more effectively, and build a toolkit to support my career growth. Kate has not only helped me achieve all of these goals but has far exceeded my expectations.Her insightful, probing questions during our sessions have pushed me to reflect deeply on my actions and approach to challenging situations. Kate’s personable nature and genuine investment in my success made each session feel both supportive and productive.I am incredibly grateful for all the growth I've experienced through our time together. If you're looking for a coach who will truly guide and inspire you, I cannot recommend Kate highly enough!

Denna Antoniou

Senior Project Manager

Refreshing approach, technique, and style

I’ve had the privilege of working with Kate for last couple of years at The Network Collective, initially as a peer, but more recently as a leadership coach, where she has provided invaluable support and guidance on my road to becoming a CEO. I found Kate’s approach, technique and style to be very refreshing in comparison to other “coaching” experiences I’ve had in in the past. Based on my experience of the coaching programme, we have now extended the leadership coaching to members of the SMT and it is already paying dividends in relation to new and improved behaviours in them and their respective teams

Craig Northveth

CEO

Kate is honest, supportive, challenging, and encouraging—all while being firmly on my side

I never thought I needed a business coach. I mean, with the daily juggle of running a business and managing Mum life, if I'm being honest, I didn't think I had time. (One thing I've learnt recently, we can always find time for the things we want to do 😉)

After a few months of working with Kate, I couldn’t have been more wrong. Having a business coach like Kate has been an absolute game-changer. She’s honest, supportive, challenging, and encouraging—all while being firmly on my side. What more could we want when we’re running a business? 🤷‍♀️ 
Kate has really helped me think about my values and understand the importance of living by them, both at work and at home.

I never realised how much someone could help me align my values with my day-to-day decisions, and now I can’t imagine not having Kate’s guidance. If you’re on the fence about working with a coach, take it from me—you might just surprise yourself! 💪 🌟

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Kelly Goodship

Managing Director

Kate’s intellect is razor sharp, she is exceptionally professional, and just ‘gets you’

Whilst her TikTok alter ego Linda shames you, Kate validates and hears you. Don’t be fooled though, she won’t let you off the hook if there is something she needs to challenge you on. Kate helped me define my values, reflect on where they align with my behaviour as well as those of others and give practical tips on how to go forward. If you’re new to coaching – she will take very good care of you. And if you are a pro – you’ll learn many more things than you thought you would. Kate’s intellect is razor sharp, she is exceptionally professional, and just ‘gets you’. Easy to work with, you can trust her.

Maria Hvorostovsky

Headhunter & Podcaster

Safe and confidential space to discuss challenges

The initial programme of coaching sessions with Kate helped me to bridge the gap between where I was & where I wanted to be - which was in a senior management role. Now that I'm in the new senior role, Kate continues to help me enhance my performance & my leadership skills. I not only come away from each conversation with a toolkit of tangible things that help me on a day to day basis & that really make a difference, I also have a safe & completely confidential space to discuss challenges. Every session is uplifting, productive & free of judgement - we also have a right laugh which is a bonus!

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Clare Tyndall

Head of Department

I feel more confident and less stressed

Coaching really helped me get to the core of a number of topics and come up with ideas to change some long-standing behaviours & habits. Kate's questions got me thinking in different ways, which helped establish solutions I may not otherwise have found. Coaching left me feeling more confident in my communication skills and lowered my stress levels. The work we did on establishing my core values was really helpful.

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Jess Wyatt

Account Director

Extremely personable, and highly experienced

I have been attending Kate’s coaching sessions for the past year and have found them “on point” every time! Kate is extremely personable, focused and not to mention highly experienced! Every session is relaxed, and I feel comfortable talking about any work situation that has arisen since the last session, that I need to discuss. Kate’s coaching techniques and tools are a valuable resource for me. Kate allows me to get the best out of a given situation and promotes positivity throughout. After every session, Kate provides notes and resources to takeaway and use. I find them a great reference point during times where I need to revisit and remind myself of how I can lead in a positive way. I’ve seen this not only benefit myself, but as a result, my team members! Since starting the sessions, I feel more confident and empowered, and have a clearer outlook on my career goals and what I want to achieve. I recommend Kate for anyone who feels “stuck in a rut” with their career and is wishing to revisit their career aspirations and/or those wishing to progress into leadership. Cannot recommend Kate highly enough and look at her “TikToks”, they’re fab! 😉

Emma Hillier

Senior Consultant

I cannot recommend Kate highly enough

I had the pleasure of working with Kate as my leadership coach over the past year, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. Kate's expertise in leadership development and her ability to tailor her coaching to my specific needs have been invaluable. She has a remarkable ability to listen, empathise, and provide insightful guidance. Our sessions were always well-structured and focused on achieving clear outcomes. She provided practical tools and techniques that I could immediately apply in my role as Head of Live. Her approach to coaching is both supportive and challenging, encouraging me to think critically and strategically about my leadership style and the impact I have on my team. Thanks to Kate's guidance, I feel more confident and equipped to navigate the challenges of leadership. Her coaching has been extremely helpful to me and I am excited to continue applying the insights and strategies that I have learned from her. I very much hope to work with Kate again in the future.

Cassie Quartermaine

Head of Live

Kate has been a fantastic coach

Kate has been a fantastic coach. So approachable and easy to talk to, each session meant I came away with a focused approach and set actions.

Beccy Gibson

Managing Director

Would highly recommend

I can vouch for Kate’s 1 to 1 coaching. I’ve found it invaluable to be able to talk through situations and problems and gain another point of view together with some techniques and the reasons why those behaviours may be happening. Would highly recommend.

Karen Dodd

Managing Partner

Kate gave me the confidence to "LET GO" more

I'd been thinking of stepping away from working behind the chair after 40yrs of hairdressing, but didn't really know how to. Watching Kate's alter ego "Linda" on TikTok made me realise that I needed different skills to what I had if this were to happen. Right from the start Kate helped me with these skills, but more importantly (which I never thought of), Kate gave me the confidence to "LET GO" more and to allow my team to step up. I found Kate’s knowledge rewarding and inspiring, which in turn has given me more confidence, now that I'm changing to my next chapter in my work life. Thank you Kate.

Jeff O'Neil

Founder

Positive, thought-provoking, and incredibly valuable

I find the discipline of carving out time for coaching to be hugely beneficial. It's an incredibly efficient use of time, as by the end of each session, I nearly always come up with several concrete next steps, thanks to Kate's coaching expertise and questioning skills. We discuss a range of issues, sometimes strategic, long-term challenges and sometimes more tactical, project-based matters. During the coaching programme, I've unlocked a variety of practical solutions to various quandaries, but also found the sessions to be positive, thought-provoking & ultimately incredibly valuable.

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John Waterhouse

Founder & Chairman

I received a mine of information and extra resources

The coaching sessions I had with Kate had a transformative effect, not only on my deliverables but also on my career. As well as creating a comfortable space to be heard, Kate helped me build my confidence, and gave me the tools to approach challenging situations with a new perspective. Each session was built with a specific objective in mind - which was not only met but exceeded as I always received a mine of information and extra resources on the subject I wanted to discuss! It feels so refreshing to have a new way of doing thing. Thank you Kate!

Marie-Sophie Ferriere

Sales & Marketing Manager

Kate’s coaching has changed me as a leader

Your coaching has changed me as a leader, for which I will always be grateful. Can’t wait to continue the journey.

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Jerina Hardy

Head of Communications

Best experience I've had thus far with coaching

Kate provided the best experience I've had thus far with coaching. She was always very focused on the outcomes I wanted for me and not a minute of any session felt wasted. In addition to making my primary aims the primary aims of the session, she noted and provided resources in other areas of improvement she had independently spotted. After 3 sessions I feel that I'm in a vastly more empowered place than when we started, having achieved some of my desired outcomes and being in the process of achieving others.

Emem Attah

Management Accountant

Her perspectives on work life queries are second to none

Kate brings a level of freshness to leadership coaching that is much needed in this ever changing working environment. Her perspectives and angles to work life queries and concerns are second to none. Highly recommend Kate as a leadership coach!

Ali Hussain

Consultant

Refreshing and very different to other management training

Kate is very intuitive and very quickly identified and understood the issues I was facing, using coaching methods to help me arrive at much-needed conclusions and solutions, rather than spoon-feeding advice. I found this approach refreshing and very different to management training I've had in the past. On a personal level it's been a delight talking to Kate - she's very engaging and personable and we hit it off right away!

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Maya Frost

Director of Marketing

It was a powerful learning and development experience

I've had the privilege of 1-2-1 coaching sessions with Kate and it has been a powerful learning and development experience for myself. I've learnt new skills and am in the process of changing some habits both in and out of work on the back of our sessions. I cannot recommend Kate highly enough - it's always healthy to talk!

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James Dann

Operations Director

Thought provoking, non judgemental, powerful

If you are ever considering getting some coaching around specific areas of your life, I really cannot recommend Kate enough! Thought provoking, non judgemental, incredibly powerful and has really allowed me to open my mind further. Incredible experience from start to finish. One of those game changing moments for me personally.

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Anna Houldsworth

Head of Department

Our sessions were extremely productive and insightful

Working was Kate was absolutely wonderful! Our sessions together were extremely productive and insightful, I learned invaluable practices that I've implemented in my management role that have proven to be both beneficial and lasting when it comes to daily operations with my team. Highly recommended!

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Elizabeth Marlow

Executive Producer

I’ve become a more organised and effective leader

I’m writing to recommend Kate for her fantastic leadership coaching. Over just three sessions, I’ve seen a big change in both my personal development and how I manage my team. Kate struck the perfect balance between professional and approachable. She took the time to understand what I wanted to achieve and where I was coming from. Her insights and practical tips have been incredibly helpful. I’ve started using many of the techniques she suggested on a daily and weekly basis, and the results have been great. What I appreciated most was how Kate tailored her advice to fit my specific needs. Her feedback was always honest, spot-on and easy to put into action. Because of Kate's coaching, I’ve become a more organised and effective leader The sessions were professional but had a relaxed and friendly vibe, making it easy to open up and get the most out of the experience. Kate has a genuine passion for helping people grow, and it shows in her coaching style. Overall, working with Kate has been a game-changer for me. I highly recommend her coaching to anyone looking to improve their leadership skills.

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Martin Hammond

General Manager

Her understanding is unparalleled

Kate's coaching approach, coupled with her wealth of experience, truly sets her apart. Her ability to understand the intricacies of leadership challenges and provide practical solutions is unparalleled. Through her insightful coaching sessions, I have not only improved as a leader but have also seen a positive impact on my team's performance and satisfaction. Kate's dedication to her clients' success is evident in every session and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a skilled and experienced leadership coach. Thank you, Kate, for your outstanding support and guidance!

Kat McHale

Head of Gamification

I absolutely loved our sessions and would really recommend

Working with Kate helped me in identifying my values and my long-term career objectives while offering practical tools to reflect and plan. We also looked at challenging some old habits to build new ones that will support me as HR professional and more generically as a person. I absolutely loved our sessions and I would really recommend her to anyone thinking of getting some coaching or offering it to their team as part of their people strategy.

Giulia Artizzu

Senior HR Manager