The Womens Impact Programme has helped me in more ways that I could have imagined.  I achieved the goals that I set myself and so much more; both professionally and personally.  Nicola has an amazing ability to help people look at situations differently and the techniques she introduced have been truly invaluable.

The programme challenged me to step out of my comfort zone and I felt fully supported throughout. I didn’t just make friends on the programme, I have strengthened my skills and discovered a new level of confidence that others have noticed too.  A huge thank you again to Nicola, I would highly recommend this to anyone; it has been a great investment of my time.

– Ines Escola

The Women’s IMPACT programme was a real turning point for me. At the time, I was stepping into a people manager role and needed more than just theory, I needed confidence, practical tools, and a supportive network. Nic has an incredible ability to help you break through limiting beliefs, and I can honestly say the coaching was outstanding. It gave me the clarity and confidence I needed at a time when it mattered most.  

Since completing the programme, I’ve gone from strength to strength in my career. My confidence has grown so much that I’ve become proactive in shaping my success, stepping out of my comfort zone at every opportunity and saying ‘yes’ to things I would have historically said ‘no’ to. That mindset shift has opened doors I never imagined.

What made it even more special was the small, empowering community of women who shared experiences and lifted each other up. It wasn’t just about professional development; it was about personal growth and finding my voice as a leader. I still draw on those lessons today, and I’m so grateful that I had the opportunity to take part in this amazing programme, while also watching the incredible women I participated with excel personally and professionally.

- Sensi Williamson

I am now 18 months on from my Women’s Impact course and am astounded at the positive impact it has made on my life (both professionally and personally).  I have developed deep bonds with those I attended with and have a new level of confidence and calmness that I gained during my time on the course.  

As well as the growth I know we all experienced, there have been some incredible, tangible outcomes as a result of applying some of the techniques and ‘self-belief’ I developed over the 6 months.  These resulted from the exercises set to learn from one another, identify our style of working and strengths, stretch ourselves, obtain peer to peer feedback and consolidate that learning with the immensely valuable guidance and coaching sessions provided by Nic. 

The business has benefited from my improved performance too – which I have received recognition for.  I am incredibly grateful for the investment from the business and for the brilliant opportunity – if you are considering it – don’t hesitate.  It is tough love – but so worth it! 

– Estelle Hicks-Bennett

Over the last six-months, our twelve-woman cohort has been on a transformative journey, both individually and as a collective. The Women’s Impact Programme has pushed us to new heights, challenged us to take a leap of faith, helped us to open up, to grow, to be vulnerable when sharing the challenges we face, and to realise we are not alone.

One of the focal points of the course was determining what our desired impact was by finding our purpose and our vision, looking at our personal strengths and values, and putting all of this together by enhancing our confidence and self-belief.

The beautiful part of Impact is that while this is a work focused course, Nicola used a wonderful analogy of a swimming pool to describe the effects it will have on our whole lives. While there are clearly marked lanes in a swimming pool, if something happens in one lane which causes a ripple or makes waves, it will spread across them all. You can’t entirely compartmentalise your life, and by giving us the confidence and tools to find our voices and our impact, Nic has created ripples and even waves across our lives.

During the course of the programme, we had our three individual coaching sessions with Nic, to help us through our individual challenges, and to help us unlock our potential. These coaching sessions were invaluable, with dedicated time to develop our future plans and personal growth. We were able to shape these to whatever we needed, and Nic’s compassion and empathy, as well as her brilliant advice, fresh perspective, and challenging questions, meant these were powerful sessions.

We finished the programme with one final push outside of our comfort zone by each presenting a Ted Talk to the whole cohort. This was an incredible day. Everyone was so inspiring not only with the content of their talks and their own journeys, but with the growth and courage we all showed by being able to stand up and present it to everyone. We laughed and we cried, but we all came away feeling so empowered and uplifted.

I feel so much more aligned with my career goals, as well as my personal goals, and I have grown so much during the programme. I know that I do not need to have my future mapped out completely, but that I can instead take a leap of faith into the unknown and have confidence and trust in everything I am doing. The end of the programme is only the beginning of our journey of transformation, as we emerge energised and invigorated with new passion and motivation to make our lives the ones we want to live.  

– Lucy Connors

Nic has been the most wonderful trainer and coach on my women’s impact journey. As part of a network with other women from my organisation, Nic has given us tools and strategies to support our self-belief, address obstacles and make an impact.  

Right from the start Nic created a safe space which led to us to open up to each other in a very natural way, being vulnerable and ultimately growing both as individuals and together as a group.  I was able to bring my challenges to the group, and gain valuable support to help me overcome hurdles, with everyone’s encouragement. 

In 121 coaching sessions, Nic got under the microscope and drew things out of me I didn’t know were there, which led to some really powerful self-discoveries. Nic provides a supportive, non-judgemental space, which allowed me to explore my goals, fears and aspirations. She actively listens and provides perceptive observations. From these sessions I’ve been able to put techniques into practice that support my development and make me feel valued. 

Whilst the techniques I’ve learned extend far beyond the course, I’m already noticing huge differences in my work and personal life – Nic’s impact has influenced my decision-making, relationships, and well-being for the better. 

This course surpassed all expectations and will always hold a special place in my heart. 

 Thank you Nic for being more than a coach – for also being a mentor, an amazing listener and a partner in my success! 

- Louise Cook