Coaching and mentoring for content designers

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Coaching for content design leads

I've been a content expert for my entire career, first for the University of London and then the Civil Service. In most of those roles, I created the template for how content should be managed and delivered.

I'm now on a mission to empower you. Here's what I offer:

1:1 coaching for new content design leads

Are you new to the content design lead role?
Are you struggling to adapt to the strategic requirements being asked of you?
Do you feel overwhelmed by all the new demands you're facing?

Moving from content design to strategic leadership can be challenging, not least because you might have to let go of the nitty-gritty and move into big picture thinking.

What you may not know is that there's no one way to do it - there's your way. And it will help if you can figure out what that looks like.

This is where I come in. As a qualified personal coach, I can work with you to identify your challenges and figure out what is really important to you.

I can help you become the leader you were meant to be.

Mentoring and support

I was a strategic team lead for many years, as well as being a senior union negotiator and institution governor (twice!).

I know a lot about navigating tricky situations and getting people on board - stakeholders and team members.

If you're faced with a challenge and want to talk it through with someone who's been there, I can help you.

Career and interview coaching

Are you thinking of taking your next move, but not sure what that is?
Are you considering a move from HE to the Civil Service, but worried that you won't be good enough?
Have you been working for the Civil Service and now considering a move elsewhere?

I've worked as a content design lead for both HE and the Civil Service, and in both sectors, I was responsible for recruitment. That means I know a lot about the content design field - both as someone who's worked in it, and also as someone who has recruited to it. And I can tell you now that, if you've worked in HE as a content designer, then you already have the skills for the Civil Service

Wherever you're thinking of going and whatever stage you're at, I can help you.

Contact me to find out more

What do clients say?

Esther, Senior Content Designer, UK

'I'm so grateful to Jane for working with me on my civil service interview technique.

'In our sessions together, she was honest and direct about how my approach was flawed and why. Once I understood the ideal framework for a good response, she then gently coached me on improving my examples. After giving a real interview, we discussed how it went and reviewed my feedback for greater learnings.

'Throughout my coaching sessions, I felt challenged but also supported. Jane was behind me 150%. It really felt like a sports coach was on my side and encouraging me with each swing of the bat.

'The best thing about our sessions was that Jane gave me the confidence to be proud of being myself, not just the version of me that appears in interviews. This helped me reflect on and refocus my career priorities which helped me get to a brain space I would never have reached without her. Thank you Jane!'

Amanda, Lead Content Designer, UK

"Being coached by Jane has been hugely beneficial to me in my role as a content leader who works closely with senior experience design (XD), product and programme leaders in a large and complex organisation.

"She has helped me develop the tools and strategies to navigate difficult situations with other leaders and stakeholders, which has given me the confidence to be true to myself and trust my instincts.

"Jane is perfectly suited to coaching. She asks thoughtful and considerate questions and provides a genuinely caring and supportive environment in which to explore challenges.

"I very much look forward to our sessions as I always come away feeling lighter, brighter and able to take on the world!"

Leyla, Lead Content Designer, UK

"Having Jane as my coach has been the perfect rocket fuel for my continuous learning and development. She's become one of my trusted people to help me find my own answers and build clear goals.

"Jane is just so incredibly suited to developing others. She's thoughtful and kind. She makes me feel comfortable and safe, and someone who I'm hugely enjoying working with. I can't wait to see what our next few months will open up."

Maxine, Senior Content Designer, UK

"Speaking to Jane not only helped me to look at things from a different perspective but also forced me to take a proper look at my life goals and things that are important to me.

"She encouraged me to stop procrastinating, take control and make the best choices for me.

"I feel like I’ve got my mojo back."