What clients say
In 90 minutes Simona made me realise that something that I had struggled with for years, and had begun to really worry about, was something I could control, that it was behavioural, not part of my DNA. It was such a relief, and I feel as if I have begun to really turn things around because of that realisation. It will take time, but I really feel positive about the future now. I CAN do it. If only I had had that consultation years ago!
Law Firm Founder
Personally, I don’t spend enough time planning for the business. I tend to start work each day and deal with urgent issues until I clock off. My session with Simona forced me to take some time out from the business and put a plan in place for tackling some important projects that I’ve been struggling to make progress with. Highly recommended for anyone struggling to make progress with certain projects.
Law Firm Partner
Meeting with Simona is not the kind of experience that suddenly changes everything, it is more real and achievable than that. She enables you to gain clarity on what troubles you and what drives you back to being excited about work.
Law Firm Founder
My biggest takeaway was that we covered topic areas that I had not even thought about, particularly in relation to me considering what were the ‘true’ blockers for me progressing with my workload and business marketing.
Law Firm Partner
I never get the chance to take time out to focus on me and what I need for me. Time with Simona allowed me to do this. I was able to look at particular issues, I struggle with, and talk them through with someone who has experienced them too. I have learnt some useful techniques on how to deal with imposter syndrome, difficult conversations, and feel much better for it!
Law Firm Founder
I think the biggest takeaway is the possibility to revisit current issues, and regain focus so to speak. Also get Simona’s insights on how to deal with business and mindset goals (procrastination, distancing from firm, moving project management to ownership, and creating boundaries). I think everyone should work on their mindset and training was helpful in providing insights and points of action, some of which I have already started doing, and so it is working.
Law Firm Founder
I cannot express enough the gratitude I have to you during the time we have worked together.
I was introduced to you at a time when tragedy had struck the Charity, and I stepped up to take on a senior role, as acting CEO, sooner than I had anticipated. Over the time we have worked together you have encouraged me to grow beyond limits I never could have expected, with the ultimate goal of becoming CEO for Catalyst.
You have been quick to point out that this was all within my grasp but the reality is the reinforcement, the insight and the patience you gave me encouraged me to have belief in myself which has changed my perception of me, my colleagues and how I present myself externally. I wholeheartedly recommend Simona and coaching as a necessity to challenge yourself in your role against the backdrop of you being at the centre of everything you do, it is an incredible journey with no limits.
New CEO – Sue Murphy
Running a law firm brings many challenges. One of the issues I face is maintaining and improving staff morale. Sometimes it is not possible to reward staff with financial incentives and so I wanted ideas about what else motivates staff. Simona and I did a session about staff motivation. We talked about the social elements of the firm. In exploring the social elements, we talked about creating a mix, avoiding setting expectations of the same thing (as it often loses its novelty factor), and keeping it sustainable. It was important to me to talk things through with someone who knows about lawyers and how to lead. Simona not only gave me some good ideas but also challenged some of my inflexible thinking. I would highly recommend Simona.
Law Firm Founder
Simona is a great personal development and neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) coach, very attentive to detail, and provides lots of insight to one’s personal circumstances and challenges. What I find particularly helpful is that she teaches practical NLP tools, approach, and techniques that can be used to manage time, people, situations, stress. Also, the importance of thoughts and words that are used in conversations. Those tools are helping me to shift my mindset and create better outcomes in my professional and personal life. I highly recommend Simona for anyone seeking personal growth and a better work-life balance.
Law Firm Founder
I have had the opportunity to work with Simona on a few occasions now on mindset subjects such as discipline on time management, overcoming fears in relation to some of the day to day challenges of running a law firm and about being more positive about “tomorrow”. Simona has been really helpful on simplifying my concerns and fears leading to me to understand the positives in these situations, the temporary nature of the issue and helping me regain my focus. I really can recommend Simona, a great listener who has been there and seen life in private practice – she has helped me a lot, is very relatable and a fantastic listener.
Law Firm Founder
Career Change
I cannot stress enough just how incredibly valuable Simona’s coaching has been for me as I have negotiated the first 3 months of my new and exciting role. I have really valued her time and commitment to me, her supportive and encouraging approach, but equally challenging when required! – and the insights and clarity it has given me have been more than I could have imagined when we started out.
It really has been incredibly helpful and illuminating, and I will take from our sessions a number of key insights, which I carry with me in my day-to-day work. Thank you!
New CEO – Laura Thurlow
If you are looking for someone to really help you overcome all those annoying habits and traits that are preventing you from implementing your tasks and maintaining progress towards your goals then I cannot recommend Simona highly enough. She really gets down to the nub of the issue to come away with actionable strategies and workarounds, in an empathetic and approachable manner. Huge thanks to Simona!
Law Firm Founder
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