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Stress Coaching ". it's something like walking through a dark forest. Jacqui doesn't lead you in a direction she thinks you ought to go but she has the knack of triggering something inside that lets you see in the dark. You then pick your own pathway through the trees but she is there with you if your vision gets a little blurred. Ultimately, there is little more I can say other than to thoroughly recommend that you try life coaching with Jacqui. She is both professional and totally confidential. She has successfully helped me to manage the considerable day to day stress of my job, to appreciate my own worth and to recognise that making changes to my life would not be as daunting or as difficult as I had always thought." Richard Lowe, Technical Claims Manager, Manchester I walked into the offices of Jacqui Knowles late September 2004; I was a wreck. Physically, emotionally, I was in pieces and wondering how talking to a complete stranger was going to change all that. I walked out of the office of Jacqui Knowles in mid February 2005 a changed woman. By no means the "perfect" article but well on the way to recovery from what I can now clearly recognise as STRESS. In between times I have learnt so much about myself, my abilities and most importantly how to cope when things get tough. Jacqui has helped me appreciate that doing a "good job" does not mean achievement "at any cost" without thought of who you may damage along the way, yourself included. I can now recognise when the heat is rising, how to moderate the temperature and when to walk away. In short I know how you feel and more importantly so does Jacqui - she has been there, bought the tee shirt and starred in the film. I have Jacqui's number and would have no hesitation in contacting her should the need arise in the future. Trust her, help yourself and like me you will not look back. Senior Manager, Global Shipping Company, Manchester "Thank you for the recent coaching session. I found it particularly useful when you stepped out of the coaching and introduced the Human Performance Curve when discussing the causes of my stress-related problems. I thought you made the transition in a very natural way which enhanced the coaching session. Also, although I have come across the general theory before, I had not had it explained to me in such a graphic and understandable way and I think that is why it allowed me to become so aware of the source of my current troubles. I'm pleased to say that I'm now working on understanding where the line is for me between the positive benefits of stress and that debilitating downward spiral. W.S. Nottinghamshire Performance Coaching Over the past few months Jacqui has been requested to mentor and support a member of my team who is seen as having high potential. While a separate development plan has been created for the individual, I deemed it appropriate to support the staff member's development with the appointment of a mentor. At the outset Jacqui and I discussed specific behaviours and we deemed it appropriate to develop. After meeting approximately every three weeks, the staff member has shown new skills and behaviours, which have reflected positively in the quality of work produced. The member of staff has gained increased confidence and developed strong working relationships at all levels, as well as adapting their approach to suit the situation. I have no doubt that the speed of this development is directly attributable to Jacqui's involvement in her mentoring role. The outcome has been a win-win situation, as the quality and level of work produced has increased and the staff member has developed more quickly into their role. Corporate Director I found our sessions extremely helpful - Jacqui's sensible approach to the issues meant that at the end of each session I felt enabled, supported and energized to achieve the different 'milestones' and goals identified and agreed. Jacqui's caring, yet businesslike manner kept the discussions grounded. Each session was informative and illuminating. Together we achieved because of the trust and wonderful rapport she was able to establish. I wish her every success for the future. N.I. Barking, Essex Stress Awareness Training "Very helpful and interesting. Jacqui brilliantly explained the symptoms of stress and ways of combating the problem. I readily identified with the information and intend to try to help my husband with his stress too." F.M. Manchester "Really useful, especially the relaxation - not felt so relaxed in ages! A great experience." G.R. Manchester Contact Us

WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY - Client Testimonials

`WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY - Client Testimonials`