Book Review: The Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes
When was the last time you said “Yes?” Truly embraced an opportunity? Or do you hide away, staying in your lane, not taking a risk or trying new things? What reasons do you come up with for not taking the next step? Time? Kids? Energy? Money? Are you honest with...
Is the Law of Attraction a Scam or a Plan?
You know me by now. I’m eternally inquisitive and have an open mind. But I also have an astute bullshit gauge, and it goes into overdrive whenever the Law of Attraction is mentioned. Whilst I have a “to read” pile as tall as my first-born, The Secret has not, and will...
Inspiring Parent: Judith Plastow from CoThinking Company
This month’s Inspiring Parent, Judith Plastow, is a great example of how you can build on your existing interests, experience, contacts and skills and expand your capabilities into a new sector. Judith found that her day job, the world of advertising and consumer...
How to stop self-sabotage
There is stuff I am sure you want to do with your life. New job, new career, new business? Places to go, People to see, Things to do. Right? I would put money on the fact you haven’t done them yet. In fact, I’m digging through my bag to right now find the change to...
Seven reasons why you must blog for your business
Do you Blog? This is a common question when I meet new business clients. Bloggers are the new rock stars. If you stick some video on it, then you become an uber, Diva star. You are Vlogger. You really must blog for your business in this day and age. To grow your...
How do I explain my career break?
I think us human beings have a default setting when it comes to looking for a job. That setting is “I’m not quite sure what I am good at”. For those that are looking to go back to work after a break, it can be a little harder to sell yourself and your skills,...
International Women’s Day. Let’s celebrate the amazing Women in our lives
International Women’s Day in 2018 happening during a movement; in years to come will we look back at this time in history as the beginning of a monumental change. 2018 is the 100 year anniversary of (some) women getting the vote in the UK. We are surrounded by a push...
Quiet Confidence: How Introversion is your strength
Hey! Introverts. How would you feel if I told you, your introversion is your strength? You may have heard the terms Introversion and Extroversion in passing. It comes up many a time in recruitment briefings, or throw away comments when discussing confidence. It can be...
Do I have Imposter Syndrome?
How many times have you heard yourself say “I’m just winging it”, “I’m just lucky” or, “I’m going to be found out”. Does the idea that you are not good enough echo around your head like the latest pop earworm? Do you have more certificates than wall space; yet still...
How I do my business my way #YourBizYourWay
Let’s be clear. Confidence is something that grows. You aren’t born with it. It comes from attempting new things and seeing what happens. Developing your self-belief and repeating what works, and learning from what doesn’t. How did I know I was confident enough to run...
Book Review: Plot Twist by Mark Sephton
How many times does your life undergo an unexpected change? Something you didn’t plan that throws you off-kilter? What happens next? Do you panic, freeze or embrace the new opportunity? This is the starting point of Mark Sephton’s Plot Twist. Mark has shared the...About
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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