Personal Development and Neurodiversity Coach
Coaching came naturally to David; aware that people were speaking to him about sometimes deep personal issues in confidence, he explored the world of coaching, developing a passion for lifelong learning and development.
Using a range of techniques and tools, he also believes in the power of one to one conversations, to overcome challenges.
Member since September 2016
07476258344
11 Fieldway
Hoole Village
Chester
CH2 3QR
‘If’ by Rudyard Kipling epitomises my belief and my coaching approach in so many ways:
“If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster
And treat those two impostors just the same
If you can fill the unforgiving minute
With sixty seconds’ worth of distance run”
My coaching goal is to help clients remove barriers and obstacles and achieve their potential.
My personal goal is for them to also rebuild and restore self-belief and confidence, and a ‘can-do’ attitude.
The brain-mind, mind-brain are quite incredible and which some consider separate entities…
They may house unseen neurodiversity conditions e.g. anxiety, dyslexia, AD/HD that can have a massive impact on individuals; at home and in the workplace, however practical assistance is available, in the form of coaching+ with specific focused strategies.
The pleasure that comes from coaching through and beyond such challenges is almost indescribable, I will simply say that it leaves a warm feeling that would thaw the coldest winter’s day.
I had a stable career in financial services until I met redundancy (voluntary) for the first time which opened my eyes to opportunities in the outside world.
Since then I have not looked back, enjoying success in a range of sectors and roles, including education, ISO accreditation, financial services again, credit management, as teacher, trainer and coach, in addition to various management positions.
This wealth of experience is incredibly helpful when coaching; sharing challenges and successes, inspiring others who may only see a mountain rather than the path leading through.
Applicable to both business and personal coaching-issues in the former are often addressed by initially focusing on the latter.
I love what I do…
Masters’ Executive Coaching & Mentoring
MBA
Diploma in Coaching
Diploma in NLP
Financial Planning Certificate
Certificate and Diploma in Management
PGCE
Current Enhanced Disclosure CRB/DBS
“David approaches each coaching session in an organised and methodical manner...always equipped with different working tools and coaching techniques which help to add structure to each session...professional approach and friendly manner...creates the right environment for growth and change to happen
anonThe qualities I appreciate about David are that he is clear, concise and objective and has shown a genuine interest in my business and its development...great way of challenging me, my business ideas and decisions...supportive and helpful...great sense of humour making coaching fun and rewarding.
anon...you have a unique way of building confidence in a person...feel more confident because you believe in me, this helps me to believe in myself...make me excited to set and achieve my goals. I am feeling really good about my future [inc.] employment/business opportunities and my personal life.
anonProfessional Coach
Lecturer in Management
Business Studies Tutor
Interim Consultant
National Accounts Management
Franchise Support Manager
Volunteering:
TEFL with a local charity; subsequently invited to apply for a Trustee position
Business Mentor
North Clwyd Animal Rescue,
Bren Project Charity Trustee
Chartered Management Institute Branch Chair
Job Centre + Unemployment Coach