About Me
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Member of ICF with PCC (professional certified coach) accreditation
Qualified EFT, NLP Master Practitioner
Keynote Speaker - experience of conducting speaking events
Background in HR and Operation Manager - CIPD qualified
About me
I find immense joy in empowering and witnessing growth in others. There's something truly magical about standing on the sidelines, offering unwavering support while watching people soar to new heights.
Hi, I’m Kirsty, the dyslexic coach, nestled in the gorgeous Dorset region in the South West of England. My husband, Joph, and I together have raised five amazing kids, one of whom shines with the gifts of dyslexia and ADHD.
Nature’s my stomping ground, and I’m all about exploring the countryside on foot, soaking up the magic of the great outdoors. Yoga and running are my zen places. I’ve taken on half marathons, even a full marathon, and a bunch of other sporty escapades. I thrive on quirky challenges, like going 40 days chocolate-free, hitting 10,000 steps daily for a year, or braving winter sea swims. I love climbing mountains and have conquered Snowdon, Ben Nevis, and Scafell Pike, and let me tell you, they are stunning.
I was diagnosed with Dyslexia when I was seven, shaping my life in both testing and empowering ways. School tested my patience, demanding extra homework for the grades I craved. But guess what? It forged my unbreakable determination and refusal to back down. Learning used to be a chore, reading a punishment. Now, with the right font and audiobooks in tow, it’s a joy. Looking back, I see how I let dyslexia steer my choices and limit my ambitions and it took until my 30s to clock onto its strengths.
My 30s were a game-changer. I tackled a master’s in Management with Human Resources, juggling work and parenting. Those three years were a whirlwind of challenges, revealing a pivotal truth: I’m in charge of my destiny. Dyslexia isn’t the boss of me. Armed with this insight, I shifted into coaching.
I find immense joy in empowering and witnessing growth in others. There’s something truly magical about standing on the sidelines, offering unwavering support while watching people soar to new heights. I use my dyslexic strengths to support, encourage, and uplift others and this is where my heart thrives. The satisfaction I feel in doing this is simply unmatched. This passion, combined with my previous experiences, led me to transition from HR to coaching.
My friends label me as happy, positive, determined, resilient, kind, a great listener, and a vivid imagination, among other things. Oh, and a couple of fun bits about me: raw carrots are a guilty pleasure, cold showers give me a buzz and cows are my favourite animal, and I can make a good cow impression, even if I do say so myself! So feel you want help to progress, and think I am the person for you, reach out and let’s embrace the journey together – navigating life’s twists and turns with a dash of determination, a sprinkle of humour, and a whole lot of heart.
Mission Statement
To empower and uplift dyslexic and other neurodiverse individuals, sparking a transformative journey towards boundless potential. By channelling their distinctive skills, strengths, and capabilities. My mission is to lead them beyond their goals and aspirations, both in their professional careers and every dimension of life.
Vision
- To inspire neurodiverse individuals who want to maximise their skills and potential reach their true potential.
- To empower and enable neurodiverse people to fly higher and dream bigger than they first thought possible.
- To raise awareness and understanding around neurodiversity (the positives, frustration, and share strategies).
- To break down the barriers and misconceptions of neurodiversity.
- Demonstrate the importance and power of positive thinking and self-talk, helping to achieve a happier more abundant life.
