Hi, I'm Claire,
I’m so excited that you’re here today and have landed on this part of my website to find out more about me.
I’m a creative, an over-thinker, and all about empowering women in business, call me your hype girl if you like!
Not that long ago, I was sat in a big open-plan office in the City, managing teams and big budgets. Over the past 15 years, I worked my way up the corporate ladder and, although it seemed like everything was going the way it should, I was left feeling unfulfilled and with a sense that I wasn’t on the right path.
I had this niggling feeling that there was more out there for me. Yes, I had been craving a more flexible lifestyle (who hasn’t?) but I also had this strong feeling that I needed to create more of an impact, but I kept letting the fear of the unknown and worrying about how I was ever going to find clients, hold me back.
Then came the two major life changes...
01
Nothing like having baby to change your perspective
I had my son at the end of 2019 and my whole world turned upside down.
After returning to work following maternity leave, I suffered a LOT of anxiety. This usually manifests in me as insomnia - so I didn’t sleep for a long while, which nearly broke me.
Not only did the corporate lifestyle no longer suit my new life as a mother; but I also wanted my son to look up to me as someone who didn't let fear hold them back, not someone crying at their laptop or in the shower in the morning.
But I was still struggling to get past this mental block - what if I fail?!
02
Enter a change in mindset
Now, this is easier said than done when you’re struggling with post-natal anxiety BUT I know that this stuff works. I had had life coaching before, which got me out of the rut I was stuck in at the time.
I knew deep down that the only thing that was going to get in my way was me. And I had to sort myself and my head out if I was ever going to achieve anything. I invested in some more coaching, read some amazing books and then I was able to switch that fear into excitement - what if all went right?!
I lasted 6 months back at that corporate job. I managed to secure an OK leaving package and used some of that money to set up my own business. I haven't looked back.
(I still have to work on my mindset regularly.)
Guess what? I did get clients
Having a background in marketing helped but I quickly created my brand, website and packages and as soon as I started putting myself out there, the client enquiries started coming in.
I had a moment about 7 months into the business when I was sat at my kitchen table with a dream client (the same table I used to look out from my laptop in tears) thinking - I can’t actually believe this is happening.
By 6 months, I had replaced my corporate salary and even had a couple of months that surpassed that salary.
But what I’ve come to realise is it’s not about the money; it’s about finding something that aligns with you and your values and means you can spend more time with your kids.
Ready to talk some more?
I’d love to hear more about you and your why. I find other entrepreneur's stories so inspirational and always encouraged by how much we can support each other. Whether you are just getting started or have a business out there already, I’d love to talk more about how I can help you.
Let's create your dream job too
When it doesn’t exist on LinkedIn, why not create your own, right?
It may sound cheesy but I now feel like I've found my purpose - I can put all of my experience and skills to good use and help women like you to launch and grow your business in a way that's accessible and affordable.
I have been able to help clients successfully launch or rebrand their businesses, reach new clients and hit their marketing and business goals.
But the thing I have been most excited about has been helping others to get the confidence to quit the 9-5 to start their dream business too.
To know that I can positively impact a business or even someone's lifestyle is what drives me. Monday mornings no longer suck.
I've got your back
The world of business and marketing can seem like a minefield. And that's why I'm here, to make all of this easier for you.
Whatever your goals are, I will support you every step of the way.
Together, we can develop your personal brand so that you're a magnet to your ideal clients, we can build a website that converts visitors to clients; we can launch your dream business with confidence; we can nail your marketing strategy and, most importantly, we will celebrate the wins together.
Your success means everything to me. And trust me, if I can do this, so can you!
VALUES
Ready to talk some more?
I’d love to hear more about you and your why. I find other entrepreneur's stories so inspirational and always encouraged by how much we can support each other. Whether you are just getting started or have a business out there already, I’d love to talk more about how I can help you.