The UK Spring Budget: What the Government is Planning for Your Future (2025) – A Consultant’s Perspective
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The UK Spring Budget: What the Government is Planning for Your Future (2025) – A Consultant’s Perspective

Is this a budget built for working people or a fiscal formula trying to tick boxes? That’s the question I’ve been asking myself ever since Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered the Spring Budget 2025. As someone who operates in the trenches of public sector transformation and supports others in their move into independent consulting, I couldn’t…

Learn How to Balance Multiple Roles Like a Boss (Whilst Avoiding Burnout)
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Learn How to Balance Multiple Roles Like a Boss (Whilst Avoiding Burnout)

Are You Juggling Too Much? Here’s How to Stay in Control Ever felt like you’re spinning too many plates at once? One moment you’re working on a client project, the next you’re mentoring a colleague, and before you know it, you’re squeezing in family time while checking emails. It’s easy to feel like you’re constantly…

Your Career Needs This Branding Approach
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Your Career Needs This Branding Approach

Ever wondered why certain people always seem to be at the top of their game? They’re not necessarily the smartest or most experienced, but they have something others don’t; authority. In the world of contracting, consulting, and career progression, the real game-changer isn’t just your skills; it’s how you position yourself. If you want to…

Why Career Stress Feels Overwhelming; And How to Take Control

Why Career Stress Feels Overwhelming; And How to Take Control

Ever felt like career stress is running the show? You wake up, check your emails, and before the day has even begun, you’re already tense. Tight deadlines, office politics, the constant pressure to deliver, it’s a lot. But your ability to navigate stress isn’t just about hard skills or intelligence. It’s about mastering your emotions….

How to Set Up a Consultancy in the UK: A Strategic Guide
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How to Set Up a Consultancy in the UK: A Strategic Guide

Starting your own consultancy is a game-changer. It allows you to shift from being a contractor to a high-value, strategic consultant. But how do you make that transition successfully within the UK? Unlike the US, where consultancy models are widely discussed, the UK market presents unique challenges and opportunities. Having guided many professionals through this…

Making the Leap: How I Transitioned from Employment to Contracting (and How You Can Too)
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Making the Leap: How I Transitioned from Employment to Contracting (and How You Can Too)

Have you ever sat at your desk, staring at your screen, wondering what life could look like if you took control of your career? If you stepped away from the comfort of your 9-to-5 and into the world of contracting or self-employment? If you’ve found yourself thinking, “What if?”,  you’re not alone. I was there…

How to Build a Consultant Mindset and Become “Almost” Indispensable in Your Career
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How to Build a Consultant Mindset and Become “Almost” Indispensable in Your Career

Have you ever wondered what separates a replaceable professional from a person who is difficult to get rid of? The answer isn’t a HR policy. What if I told you the difference lies not in your skills or experience, but in your mindset? Sounds a bit mad, doesn’t it? But hear me out. Your mindset,…

Redefining Career Success: Why Climbing the Ladder Might Be Holding You Back
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Redefining Career Success: Why Climbing the Ladder Might Be Holding You Back

Introduction: The Career Question No One’s Asking What if everything you’ve been told about career success is outdated? What if climbing the traditional corporate ladder isn’t the ultimate goal, but rather a limiting framework that boxes you into a version of success defined by someone else?  Today, we’re flipping that narrative. As an independent programme…

Why Your CV Isn’t Landing Interviews: And How to Fix It
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Why Your CV Isn’t Landing Interviews: And How to Fix It

The Harsh Truth About Your CV You’ve got the skills, the experience, and the drive. But for some reason, your CV isn’t opening doors. No interview invites, no callbacks, just silence. Sound familiar? Having reviewed hundreds of CVs as a Hiring Manager and secured my own contracts in a fiercely competitive market, I’ve spotted the…

Unlocking Clarity and Growth Through Self-Reflection
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Unlocking Clarity and Growth Through Self-Reflection

Introduction: Feeling Stuck? You’re Not Alone. Have you ever felt like life is just throwing punches, leaving you scrambling to figure out what to do next and why? It’s a feeling many of us experience, especially in today’s fast-paced world. Without taking the time to pause and reflect, we can lose sight of our purpose…

Mastering Consistency: The Key to Success in Leadership and Life
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Mastering Consistency: The Key to Success in Leadership and Life

Introduction: Are You Truly Consistent? We’ve all heard the saying, “Consistency is the key to success.” But let me ask you: Do you see yourself as a consistent person? And if not, what steps can you take to change that? Consistency isn’t just about showing up, it’s about building trust, creating momentum, and setting yourself…

How to Turn Your Goals into Reality: The Framework for Implementation
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How to Turn Your Goals into Reality: The Framework for Implementation

Introduction: Are You Ready to Make It Happen? Let me ask you a serious question: How good are you at turning your goals into reality? It’s one thing to have dreams, but it’s another to make them tangible, actionable, and ultimately successful. Over my 400+ hours of coaching, I’ve learned to spot the difference between…