Julie Pennells Coaching
Client Testimonials
I came to Julie for coaching following redundancy, which in itself was challenging but added to this it was in the midst of the incredibly challenging ‘Covid-19’ recruitment market. I'd already been out of work for several months and needed to work through several inter-related areas to help boost my confidence, explore potential new avenues and help shape the direction of my next step.
I found Julie really easy to trust and open up to which allowed us to dive quickly into the root of some of the areas I wanted to work on. Her questioning was well-balanced allowing me to come up with the answers myself, prodding me when needed, to help stimulate thought. She offered a personalised programme which was super-timely allowing me to attack the right challenge at the right time, so that I am now in a position to move forward in my new role. I gained confidence where I needed it and was able to broaden my thoughts, put issues to bed and turn negatives into positives. I felt empowered at the end of each session and was supported by Julie to create achievable action plans. And ultimately I was able to finish our series of sessions ready and equipped for my next role.
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Kate, Media Professional
Julie has always been very professional in her work for our organisation ensuring that she understands the goals for each project, drawing out the impact required, so that we can identify a return on investment. She has successfully coached and mentored our staff at all levels including heads of department and senior managers supporting them in their professional roles. She was a key player on our Talent Development Scheme, arranging speakers, events and coaching individuals across the programme. She has also created a varied Aspiring Manager programme with a clear focus on our sector, ensuring buy-in and support from line managers, identifying opportunities to practise key skills as well as mentoring individuals. She is very organised and communicates regularly with sponsors keeping them updated on the project brief. I have no hesitation in recommending her to work with both individuals and organisations.
Ian, HR Director
Client Testimonials
I came to Julie feeling defeated in my job search after being unemployed for many months during the global pandemic. Julie helped me identify my goals for the personalised sessions, and her approachability enabled me to open up to her quickly. Throughout the programme, I learnt a lot about myself through discussions and completing exercises on my key strengths and areas of improvement, as well utilising insightful tools which helped me to recognise my career anchors and values.
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Julie would ask questions in alternative ways which proved helpful and thought provoking, especially in improving my CV and breaking down job applications. Julie helped analyse my interview feedback to identify the key aspects required for future applications, and provided support in interview technique, particularly for remote video interviews.
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I would highly recommend Julie as a coach. She is proactive and supportive, helping me to achieve my personal goals and develop my confidence. I am delighted to have now successfully secured a new role, and I feel extremely grateful for Julie’s support and guidance throughout.
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Izzy, Project Manager
"I came to Julie for coaching following redundancy, which in itself was challenging but added to this it was in the midst of the incredibly challenging ‘Covid-19’ recruitment market. I'd already been out of work for several months and needed to work through several inter-related areas to help boost my confidence, explore potential new avenues and help shape the direction of my next step.
I found Julie really easy to trust and open up to which allowed us to dive quickly into the root of some of the areas I wanted to work on. Her questioning was well-balanced allowing me to come up with the answers myself, prodding me when needed, to help stimulate thought. She offered a personalised programme which was super-timely allowing me to attack the right challenge at the right time, so that I am now in a position to move forward in my new role. I gained confidence where I needed it and was able to broaden my thoughts, put issues to bed and turn negatives into positives. I felt empowered at the end of each session and was supported by Julie to create achievable action plans. And ultimately I was able to finish our series of sessions ready and equipped for my next role."
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Kate, Media Professional
Julie has always been very professional in her work for our organisation ensuring that she understands the goals for each project, drawing out the impact required, so that we can identify a return on investment. She has successfully coached and mentored our staff at all levels including heads of department and senior managers supporting them in their professional roles. She was a key player on our Talent Development Scheme, arranging speakers, events and coaching individuals across the programme. She has also created a varied Aspiring Manager programme with a clear focus on our sector, ensuring buy-in and support from line managers, identifying opportunities to practise key skills as well as mentoring individuals. She is very organised and communicates regularly with sponsors keeping them updated on the project brief. I have no hesitation in recommending her to work with both individuals and organisations.
Ian, HR Director
"Coaching has completely developed my mindset about how I approach and develop myself as a leader and bring about impactful change in my work."
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Louise Skoll