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Are you ambitious but struggling in your current role?
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Is it that you know you have what it takes to lead your team but you’re stuck in a fog?
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Are you adjusting to new work challenges or wanting to make your new promotion a success?
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Are you feeling conflicted about parts of your work and life, but you want to move forward, just not sure how?
You are in exactly the right place.
I work with managers, execs and leaders, like you, who want to improve their performance in the workplace so you can take your career to the next level in a way that authentically aligns with who you are. My clients are leaders in retailers and brands who often don’t see themselves as fitting the typical leadership mould, I help them them tap into their unique talents to shape their leadership style so they can achieve their vision and goals.
'My time working with Cara was fantastic; she asked the right questions to allow me to open up to different opportunities and to focus on what was important to me and the steps that I needed to take to get there. I would highly recommend working with her!'
L. Gardiner Buying Manager Dunelm
How I can help.....
As an accredited executive coach I’ll help you find the clarity you need to figure out your goals so you can confidently pursue them. I’ll be supporting you the entire way and together we’ll work it through. With your renewed clarity, we’ll come up with a realistic plan for you to achieve the things that matter to you the most with ease.
All of my coaching is bespoke. Depending on your needs we can cover topics such as:
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Overcoming imposter syndrome
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Personal impact and presence
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Strengths and values assessments
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Finding your leadership voice
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Strategy and vision
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Decision-making with confidence
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Personal resilience and mental toughness
I’m a certified executive and performance coach for retailers, brands, and SMEs. With over 25 years of experience as a retail buyer for market-leading companies such as Disney, Waitrose, and Paperchase, I leverage all of my experience into my coaching practice. I deeply understand the world of retail and how tough the industry is right now against the backdrop of the cost of living crisis and ever-demanding customer expectations. I take my firsthand expertise in omnichannel retail, organisational change, and team development and apply it in my coaching toolkit. I’m passionate about retail and the creativity and drive that happens behind the scenes to deliver sales and profit for growth. I am proud to say I also volunteer as a mentor with Enterprise Nation and the Help to Grow scheme growing businesses and love working with SMEs.
What can you expect from me?
My coaching philosophy centres on integrity, trust and collaboration. All of our coaching sessions are 100% confidential. Expect each session to be a safe place with support and challenge, fully focused on you, so you can discover new learnings and insights. Effective coaching is a blend of listening, observing and feedback with conversations that will empower you to take steps towards your goals. My clients often say they feel a big boost in motivation, focus, and confidence thanks to the sessions. Your coaching journey with me centres on your goals, your rules your way. My goal is always to meet you where you are and get you where you want to be.
Testimonials
'Coaching with Cara is a transformative experience. Through personalized guidance, practical insights, we are able to streamline processes, capitalize on opportunities, and chart a roadmap towards our goals. For anyone looking for a transformative experience, I recommend investing in the guidance of Cara.'
B Zaidi- Director Be Real Fashion
'I had hit a bit of a wall, I didn’t know what to do next and so it was easier to do nothing. After realising the project had completely stalled, I had some coaching sessions with Cara. With her help I’ve managed to see what was really holding me back, redefine what success looks and unblock this project so we can move forward. Cara was great at ensuring I had clear actions at each step and having that accountability really helped.'
K. Rumsey- MD Rumsey's Handmade Chocolates
