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Book Review Menopausing by Davina McCall and Dr Naomi Potter
I never expected that Davina McCall would become such a pivotal part of my 40s. My initial knowledge of her dates to the 1990s, from her “Street Mate” days (look it up!) and later flinging myself about to one of her fitness DVDs. However, she has since become one of...
Why it’s OK to change your mind about balance
I’m currently going through a parenting transition. In the future, most of my clients will go through something similar, while some may have already experienced it. This transition is one that I knew would come one day, but even as recently as the summer of this...
Let me reintroduce myself. Meet Clara Wilcox, Your Career Coach
Hey there, lovely readers! I'm excited to reintroduce myself to all of you. I'm Clara Wilcox, and I'm here to be your straight-talking, practical, and experienced guide in the world of coaching. My mission? To help you sail through the choppy waters of returning to...
Why a Career to Enjoy is personal
A career to enjoy is personal; for one person it's about moving through the rungs of a structured hierarchy, for others it's about gaining deep knowledge and confidence, to become a "subject expert". Both are valid and 100% supported by my Career and Return to Work...
Book Review: How to keep house While Drowning by KC Davis
I am now over a year on from my first read of “How to Keep House While Drowning”*, which I first worked my way through in May 2022. Because of this, the review will provide a unique perspective compared to some of the other personal development books. Not only can I...
How to make confident decisions
Since my children started school, my year aligns with the school diary. My new year starts in September and the end of July marks the transition into a new stage. Often, the six-week summer period represents a clean slate and the time that decisions will need to be...
The power of routine for balance
Do you remember how you imagined adulthood during your childhood? Was it like me, the assumption that you would have the freedom to do anything you wanted? However, as we grow older, the reality of age brings along a never-ending list of responsibilities that...
Blogs to help with the summer juggle
I know I am knee-deep in organizing the summer break right now. Working through the childcare options, as well as the plans to have some quality time with the family. Nearly all of my clients are in the same position, and it’s a regular conversation with friends and...
Book Review: Flourish by Martin Seligman
Martin Seligman is a name that has floated around my psyche since my university days; he was one of the many surnames that I remembered as part of the reams of theories, studies and data that propped up my Psychology Degree. In more recent years, his work is part of...
What to do when you feel you have nothing to say
I’ve sat and stared at this screen for a while. Waiting for inspiration to strike, and to create the 800-word blog that I hope will inspire or educate you. This is probably day three of this process, where I’ve continued a loop of “typing and deletion”. The words just...
Is group coaching right for you?
Whilst working 1:1 with a coach is an impactful experience, there are times when that isn’t the right option for you. Sometimes what you need is a variety of perspectives and connections. You may have budget constraints; a group setting can make coaching support more...
How to build your business case for return to work or career coaching
I’ve noticed there has been an uptick in the organisations that are allocating budgets for the wellbeing of their staff. They are realising there are multiple ways to support their team, and coaching and training are one way! However, you may find there are a few...
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Clara Wilcox is a straight talking, practical and experienced coach helping clients navigate the tricky waters of returning to work, career changes and professional development. The Balance Collective is a social enterprise focused on improving the lives of parents, by working together to build inner confidence and promote a healthy work/life balance.
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