I decided to invest in a coach at a time when I was feeling very stuck in my career. Opportunities weren’t coming my way – despite the fact that I was continually being told I was excelling in my work.

From the introductory session, Janelle and I hit it off like a house on fire. It felt almost instantaneous getting comfortable with Janelle. This is testament to Janelle’s calm, humble and down-to-earth demeanour, that puts anyone at ease quickly.

Coaching helped me become aware of how my self-confidence and my belief in my value and capabilities as a professional had been adversely impacted by a series of difficult workplace situations. It’s very useful to have a coach believe in you, and to rely on their belief in you as you begin to rebuild your confidence and belief in yourself.

Step by step, as I started to communicate and engage with various individuals to manage those situations, I felt like I was a different person, with renewed energy, confidence and belief. I felt a new sense of justice and non-tolerance of unacceptable behaviours and attitudes, and a boldness to stand up and advocate for myself.

In January 2023, after almost 17 years with my former employer, I accepted a role in an ASX 20 company, with a 30% pay increase and a 10% bonus.

Today I’m able to recognise and identify patterns of thinking or behaviour when I am going through them. I am referring back to the guidance Janelle has provided and applying it again. I also recognise new hurdles and seek guidance from Janelle as I go through them.

I believed that I was misunderstood & not respected by my peers and constantly trying to prove myself but frightened of how I would be perceived. I was so frustrated with myself as I was fully aware of these patterns and behaviours but didn’t know how to change.

I am happier and content in the workplace and less anxious than I was before. I am making progress with my self-confidence and really starting to believe in myself and my abilities. I am able to pull myself up when old behaviours start creeping in, as I can recognise them now and understand that although protective, they aren’t helpful. Janelle has provided me with very effective tools that I apply to everyday work and life tasks. Personalised tools that Janelle knew would work for me. I can’t thank her enough for the positive impact she’s had on my career and personal life thus far and so excited for future growth and development by continuing to work with Janelle.