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I started my career as a journalist and last worked for the BBC, before moving to people management and coaching. I really enjoyed it and decided I wanted to do this as a second career, so left my job and studied a Master’s in Coaching and Mentoring Practice at Oxford Brookes. I soon set up my own coaching business and joined an executive coaching team at London Business School.  

I have ended up doing a lot of work in the Middle East, so studied a Master’s in Middle Eastern Studies to learn more about the contemporary culture of the region. It has become a great area of interest to me.  

I think anybody who is interested in working with people to help them get the best out of themselves would love coaching. If you are naturally curious about people and what makes them tick- it is a great profession. It is fascinating and a huge privilege to sit with people whilst they are going through the ups and downs of their lives.  

People are starting to realise that it can be quite lonely at the top. For leaders, having a coach is very beneficial as it is a safe and confidential shoulder to lean on. Talking through their internal struggles in the workplace can lead to clarity and improve their quality of thinking. What I love most about my subject is being with so many different people from different walks of life, different industries and different nationalities.  

I decided to get involved with continuing education because I love working with people who are learning about coaching. I have a very great attachment to Cambridge and have family here, so the opportunity to work specifically for the Institute of Continuing Education (ICE) was a joy. I have been working at the institute for 4 years now. Seeing how students develop and thrive in the learning environment is great to be a part of.  

The best study advice is to make a note of anything that piques your interest. You will read an awful lot, so make a note to ensure you remember key things.  

Outside of work, I think it very important to have time to relax- this is very important for students too! Being with family, walking my dogs, seeing friends, travelling when I can and being mindful about having a break to decompress is essential to success.  

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