Welcome
Hello, thanks for coming by - I'm Maria
I've been on a mission to make a difference for most of my working life, and it's taken me across the world and back again. From tiny start-ups to large organisations I've learnt alot, but I know I do my best work when I'm closest to the people and communities I work with.
“The coaching was challenging yet enjoyable and I always felt looked after.It’s helped so much at work but it’s the insight into how I prefer to manage personally and professionally that will stay with me. I like the way Maria is relaxed and easy going but professional and determined so I knew I’d get results – thanks Maria.”
I work with smart, intelligent and thoughtful individuals (just like you) who want to do the work they care about in a way that is right for them. Whether I mentor or coach, it's individualised and personalised development, practical without being prescriptive, focused on expanding your thinking and getting you the results you want.
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Remember, this kind of bespoke development is only expensive if you don't see results.
My love of training started with teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) in South East Asia, where I learned to engage with diverse groups and make learning relevant and enjoyable. Many years later, completing a Level 3 Award in Education and running my own training and coaching organisation equipped me with the expertise to design impactful coaching programs and deliver enjoyable and engaging training.​​
I hold postgraduate qualifications in Personal and Business Coaching (2007), a postgraduate diploma in Social Work, a level 3 Award in Education, Mental Health First Aid certificate and I'm a founding member of the Universal Coaching Alliance. I'm insightful, intuitive and if you like personality profiling I'm a protagonist ENFJ-A.
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In 2008 I co-founded Illuminate Charity and our mission was to deliver professional, high-calibre coaching and training for people who could not access coaching due to poor mental health or financial restrictions. There's more about Illuminate over here.
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Every person and situation is different, and your context, responsibilities and ambitions will shape how we work together. So what about you, where are you going?​​​​​ I'd love to hear from you. Let's book a call.