Clare Frankland MCIPD ACC's Linkedin Analytics

My experience within BP provided me with the insight of working in a FTSE #100 and I recognise the daily challenges that are faced and especially the added responsibilities that come with having a family and having to juggle them both! When our children were 3 and 1 years old I jumped at the chance of voluntary redundancy. With both my husband and I both in responsible roles (his in London), and not having family on the doorstep to help (because we'd chosen to move away for our careers), I felt that I was on a merry-go-round which never stopped. Taking time out was the right thing to do, life was simplier (but certainly not easier!) with me at home and we extended our house and had another baby. However, I was missed being in a team and ultimately being respected for delivering something that was not home related. In hindsight, it was at this point that I would have benefited from spending time with a coach - confirming my strengths and creating realistic short and long term goals. However, with voluntary jobs and an office manager role under my belt, I did get to where I wanted in the end. I recognised that the piece of HR that I always loved was the 121 time I spent with employees. I have always been passionate about empowering individuals to overcome hurdles and succeed, and of course this has led to coaching. My Mission But my core belief is that society needs to be discussing and doing more about social, societal norms and expectations that create barriers which prevent women from being a success. For example, childcare costs, school hours, limited public transport, limited part time working opportunities and more. It is for this reason that my mission is to empower women to stay in employment. I empower them to overcome self-doubt, uncertainly and fear of failure but in particular their ability to be more confident about the decisions they make so that they can live a more guilt free life! Whats my coaching style? My clients tell me that I am a patient and calm coach. I use my warmth, compassion, positive humour, and enthusiasm to put clients at ease, whilst my natural intuitive style allows me to encourage and challenge individuals in equal measure. I am also solutions focused and spend time with clients establishing where they want to be and creating a path to get there. I encourage clients to build on their abilities, capabilities and to move towards a more positive mindset, uncovering limiting beliefs that may be preventing them from achieving further success. I look forward to meeting you!