When I began coaching, I was navigating a period of growth and increasing visibility in my business. I wanted clarity around my long-term strategic direction, confidence in my decision-making, and dedicated space to reflect more intentionally on the type of leader and founder I am becoming.
One of the most meaningful outcomes has been the clarity and confidence I now hold around both my short-term priorities and my longer-term ambitions.Nicola helped me to become comfortable with being uncomfortable — to stretch my imagination and beliefs about what is possible, not from a “pie in the sky” perspective, but grounded in what can be achieved through consistent, purposeful, inspired action. I now feel able to articulate bigger goals without minimising them.
Nicola creates a space that feels both stretching and safe. She balances challenge with compassion and asks questions that consistently move the thinking beyond the surface.
I particularly valued:
Her ability to identify patterns in my thinking
The way she encouraged me to step into bigger ambitions without diluting them
The spaciousness of the sessions, allowing time for meaningful insight rather than rushed conclusions
Her coaching is thoughtful, professionally rigorous, and deeply human.
I would recommend Nicola to founders and senior professionals who are navigating growth, leadership expansion, or strategic transition and want a coach who combines professional rigour with emotional intelligence.
Founder & Neurodiversity Consultant
I went into coaching expecting more structure and clarity. I wanted a stronger vision, better direction, and something tangible to add to my business strategy. I felt I was moving forward but slightly on autopilot and I wanted to be more intentional about growth.
What I actually came away with was far bigger than structure. I had some huge realisations, not just about my business potential and the areas I need to work on, but also about how far I have already come.
Nicola helped me step back and properly see the business I have built. We pulled apart the parts I was running on autopilot and really dug deep into what is working, what needs refining, and where the next level is.
It gave me clarity, confidence and a much stronger sense of ownership. I left feeling aligned rather than just “busy.”
I also found it incredibly valuable how she reflected things back to me. Sometimes as a business owner you are so in it that you cannot see your own growth. Having that mirrored back was powerful.
If you are running a business and feel like you are working hard but not always clear on your next move, Nicola will help you see both your blind spots and your strengths.
Sofi - Founder of The Basic Nutritionist 
Working with Nic came at a pivotal time, as I navigated uncertainty around my direction and self confidence. Her coaching gave me the clarity and grounding I needed. What stood out most was Nic's deep listening and compassionate challenge—creating a space where growth felt safe and achievable. I’d absolutely recommend coaching with Nic to anyone seeking meaningful, lasting change
J.Oyuke Founder
Working with Nic was my first experience of being coached, and it was something I was previously unsure of. Nic soon put my mind at rest and made me feel really comfortable. Being coached by Nic was a blast. I was able to vocalise and talk through various things (positive and negative) in a depth I had previously not explored. Nic pushed me to think abut things at a deeper level than I had before and I arrived at solutions and mechanisms to deal with certain situations in my job that I had never thought of. The conversation was always pressing but never forced, considered but never provoking, and insightful but never one-way. I’d recommend Nic’s coaching to any one and it has helped me become a better manager and leader as a result. I now feel much more confident in dealing with a number of situations as a manager/leader, and that’s a direct result of Nic’s coaching.Head of Marketing
Nic is simply a first-rate coach. Throughout our coaching sessions she provided support and challenge in a positive sense, as we worked through several areas of leadership I wanted to improve. Structured yet informal, Nic utilised diverse tools and techniques to help me think through the areas we were working on.
I have no doubt Nic's coaching sessions have helped me become a better leader.Head of IT Architecture
Nic's coaching is on the money. She's got a knack for asking the question that really gets to the centre of it all. In just a short space of time, I felt focused and clear and that's down to the way Nic worked with me in our sessions.
Thanks again Nic!Senior Programme Manager
Nic is an excellent coach, she knows how to listen really well, knows when to ask a probing question and has some really clever techniques to get you thinking in different ways. Nic has helped coach me through some career changes. Highly recommended.
Senior Police Staff Leader
Working with Nic transformed how I approached my next steps in leadership. Without these coaching sessions, I would not have pursued my new role. This coaching has been hugely influential on my career and life!Executive Director
In my coaching sessions, Nic had a magical way of gently guiding and supporting me to get to the clarity I needed. She listened deeply and really understood me and my business. I feel like I’m empowered to forge my own path and I’m excited to see what’s to come!A. Stevenson Counsellor
Before working with Nicola, i was at a crossroads. Coming from a corporate background, I was stuck in a cycle of 'over-productivity'—I’d designed so many products that I had diluted my offering and become paralysed by an endless to-do list. I was feeling fatigued and struggling to see a clear path forward.
Nicola's coaching was a breath of fresh air; she deeply understood the friction of transitioning from a large company to life as a sole trader.
She helped me realise that my energy is my most valuable resource, allowing me to slim down my portfolio to the core services that truly deliver value to my clients.
I’ve gone from being overwhelmed by tasks to being genuinely excited about growth with a clear critical path. I’m no longer just 'busy'—I’m focused. I highly recommend Nicola to any founder who needs the clarity to truly thrive.
Jemma Billings Nutritional Coach
I came to coaching as I'd reached a point in the business where it felt as if there was a lot going on that wasn't fully pinned down which meant that in my head, there were a lot of tabs open that were starting to feel a little overwhelming. Spending time working through this with Nic really helped to slide some cogs into place. Things feel a lot more coherent and I have a solid foundation to move forward with.
Working with Nicola felt like a really safe space. There's no judgement there, just gentle nudges occasionally and challenge when it was needed.
There's no magical 10 step blueprint, but instead Nic eeks it out of you in a way that when you get to the end of the session you realise what's happened and you notice really big fundamental shifts that you didn't know were going on! That really suited my reflective style.
Lucy Founder of The Human Everything