My approach

Here are some key influences shaping my current work and a little of what to expect when working with me.

Longer, multistage lives

In their ground-breaking book, The 100-year life, Lynda Gratton (a psychologist) and Andrew Scott (an economist) dismantle the traditional three-stage model of working life – “education, employment, retirement“. Together they explore how we are living longer (extending into the triple digits!), and the acceleration of a multi-staged life where studying, working, reskilling, caring, recharging, resting (and repeat) are the new norms. This has wide-reaching implications for you, your career, organisations, policy and society – let me help you plan for it!

I support you embrace this fundamental paradigm shift, by helping you understand how your personal values and strengths will support you plan for multiple career stages across your life.

Skills-Based Work

The future of work is skills-based employment. The demand for specific skills rather than organisational experience or study credentials will continue to shape the labour market and career opportunities.

I support you excel in this skills-based world, by assessing your unique skills, crafting (and recrafting) a career that aligns with your expertise and foster a learning mindset for future skills-building.

The Role of Emotions

Emotions are a fundamental part of a humans’ decision-making process. My approach recognises the significance of emotions as a superpower in guiding your career choices. I understand how emotional factors play a central role in how you make decisions, set goals, and transition through different career stages.

I support you to harness the power of your emotions to navigate your career transitions successfully, by fostering self-awareness and emotional intelligence.

Agency Over Your Career

Your career journey belongs to you. It’s not the responsibility of anyone else. Sound daunting? Maybe! But you are the continuous thread across your life. You’ve got this!

I support you build agency of your working life, empowering you to align your career decisions with your strengths ,values and lifestyle aspirations.

My values

I infuse my work with vitality and enthusiasm, radiating a contagious spirit that invigorates you on your career journeys. Zest embodies my commitment to making the process of career planning engaging and enjoyable.

Empowerment is at the core of my mission. I believe in equipping you with the knowledge and tools you need to take control of your career and working life.

I thrive on being dynamic and adaptable, whilst also pausing to evaluate and reflect for a clear path forward. I seek to embrace futurist thinking to provide cutting-edge solutions, helping prepare you for industry changes, trends and uncertainty.

Belonging represents the sense of community and connection I try to foster in my work. I aim to create respectful and safe spaces for everyone, embracing your whole self – no matter where you come from, what you look like or how you identify.

Empathy is at the heart of my approach. I know that thinking into the future can be exciting, and scary, and everything in between. I try to put myself in your shoes to better understand your needs and provide meaningful support.