1:1 COACHING

Sometimes in life and work we become stuck by self-limiting beliefs, losing sight of our professional and personal dreams. This is where 1:1 coaching can help, offering you the space to identify barriers and explore your options. Whether you’re looking to grow and maximise your potential in an existing role, develop more of a work-life balance, or are considering a total career change, we can support you.

We will:

  • Help you to create a life vision that feels both purposeful and achievable
  • Challenge you to explore and address the things holding you back
  • Empower you to raise your game and build self-confidence
  • Help you to set inspirational goals while being fully supported to achieve them
  • Work with you to identify your key strengths and how to make the most of them
 
 

CORPORATE
SUPPORT

Companies are naturally complex and continually evolving. Change can be necessitated as a result of exciting growth and expansion or due to restructuring and downsizing. Either scenario can be unsettling but performance coaching is a highly effective tool for supporting and refocusing employees during times of change.

We will:

  • Work with senior team members to help them find their footing and their voice as
  • Provide a confidential sounding board for employees while helping them manage time and stress
  • Accelerate the development of potential leaders
  • Ensure that key team members feel valued and heard
  • Restore a company’s vision by creating space for big thinking and creativity

COACHING
PROGRAMMES

No matter which programme is suitable for you, our solutions-based approach is always to support and encourage, motivate and help you reach your goals. We will ask powerful questions, dare you to think differently and help to create a practical plan which will break down self-imposed barriers. We will challenge you to empower yourself but never judge and never say “you should”.

If you are ready to make this investment in yourself, take a look at our package options and let’s get started. If they aren’t quite right, then please get in touch as we are always happy to design a more personalised solution.

 

TRANSFORMATION PROGRAMME

Offering six 1:1 coaching sessions extending over a six-month period, this programme provides an opportunity to think deeply about what you really want from life. Together we’ll make lasting and sustainable changes.

You will:

  • Explore personal and work issues that are impacting your life in both a positive and negative way
  • Be supported to look at new ways of thinking, discover potential and move forward positively
  • Grow in confidence, build resilience and feel empowered to move out of your comfort zone
  • Focus on strengths, practical solutions and future success
  • Discover strategies to deal with self-doubt, create new habits and live with purpose
  • Learn to embrace life with positivity, allow yourself time to reflect and thrive

Package price £1,295

 

FAST TRACK PROGRAMME

This is a powerful and intensive programme for those facing issues and challenges in the workplace that require immediate attention and resolution. Fast track offers six one hour 1:1 sessions over six weeks and requires significant commitment from staff members to make it work.

You will:

  • Focus on the needs and immediate challenges of the coachee
  • Identify and talk through frustrations so that they can be overcome
  • Discover behaviours that are preventing progress, develop practical strategies and a clear action plan
  • Focus on the positives and what CAN be changed
  • Transform work performance having resolved issues

Package price £1,295

 

POWER HOUR

Sometimes people only need a small amount of help with something specific that is blocking progress. This action focused one-off consultation is a great way to gain clarity and direction, set some achievable and attainable goals and move on feeling energised and motivated.

You will:

  • We will send you a short questionnaire in advance so that we have a good idea of the primary issue you wish to address
  • You will have space to think about and express your concerns and together we will look at what needs to change
  • We will have an intensive 60-minute session in which you will be supported but also challenged to examine barriers and find ways to move forward
  • You will go away feeling more confident, motivated and with a clear and practical action plan

Package price £125

 

YOUR
RETREAT

Whether you’re seeking clarity, peace, connection, or just a breath of fresh air, our South Devon retreat by the sea, is a restorative experience that nurtures the whole you.

Offering a combination of coaching exercises to foster self-discovery, along with relaxing activities that you can dip in or out of, you will be supported and encouraged by Jill and Sandra, both qualified coaches.

You will:

  • Escape the everyday and focus entirely on what you need
  • Be encouraged to look at things in a new way and leave with new perspectives and confidence
  • Enjoy a variety of restorative activities for mind and body
  • Meet like-minded women in a nurturing, calm environment
 
 

WHERE?

Nestled in a peaceful South Devon village, our spacious and stylish retreat home offers beautiful sea and countryside views that immediately captivate your senses and soothe the mind. A 10-minute walk from the beach, you’ll find yourself in the perfect environment for deep relaxation and restoration.

You will find:

  • Generous living spaces for group activities combined with lots of quiet corners, perfect for self-reflection
  • Eight en-suite bedrooms offering privacy and comfort, including some with views over the sea
  • A private indoor heated swimming pool, a tranquil space to float, stretch, or simply soak in the calm between sessions
  • A dedicated exercise studio, perfect for morning yoga or stretch
  • Beautiful gardens and walks from the doorstep

HOW YOU’LL SPEND
YOUR TIME

This retreat is for women, by women — creating a safe space where you can relax, explore, connect or simply be. You’ll have a chance to step away from the juggling and pressure of everyday life and share stories, growth, laughter and silence with like-minded souls. There’ll be a combination of activities and free time, with no judgement and no pressure.

Explore and experience:

  • Enjoy ‘yoga stretch’ in our serene studio space, guided meditations, and deeply calming sound baths. Every practice is designed to meet you where you are, whatever your level.
  • Coaching for Self-Discovery. Guided by experienced, qualified coaches, take part in reflective exercises and group workshops that help you reconnect with your inner wisdom and uncover what’s next on your personal journey.
  • Nourishing, Healthy Cuisine. Enjoy vibrant, chef cooked meals designed to energize and nourish. Our menu is thoughtfully curated for both flavour and wellness.
  • TIME to walk, explore, connect, cosy up with a book, swim in the sea. Whatever takes your fancy
 
 

WHAT’S
INCLUDED:

  • 3 nights and 4 days in very comfortable en-suite accommodation
  • Yoga/stretch classes
  • Deep relaxing sound bath
  • Workshops and group coaching led by experienced and qualified ICF coaches
  • Daily guided journalling & reflection
  • Delicious and nutritious breakfast, lunch and evening meal (with wine), prepared by our retreat chefs
  • Indoor heated swimming pool
  • Nature walks
  • View Retreats

Meet Us

 

Jill

I’m an ICF certified coach and retreat facilitator who’s dedicated to helping people like you gain in confidence and break through barriers in your professional and personal life. My specialty is career and performance management coaching, a natural progression from the years I spent working in international executive search.

Over the years, I’ve partnered with diverse companies ranging from exciting tech startups to major global corporations. I’ve worked with inspiring individuals across many different cultures and countries, and I’ve learned so much about our differences, our commonalities and what makes people tick. What I’ve most enjoyed has been building meaningful, trusting relationships, where I’ve supported individuals and teams through big decisions and change.

As a coach, I see common themes. Lack of confidence, imposter syndrome, burn out, work/life balance, grief, confusion, loneliness and the challenges of remote working. It doesn’t matter whether my client is a CEO or a newly promoted manager, these issues often come up. What I offer is a completely safe space for people to open up, explore new ways of thinking, and take small practical steps, which over time make a huge difference.

In my personal and professional life, I’ve always embraced change and challenge – I’m curious about the world at large and like to keep learning. I also appreciate that for many people, new experiences can be daunting and unwelcome, and courage can falter. Wanting to support more people through transition, it was a natural progression to not only focus on 1:1 coaching but to also welcome women to our transformative wellness retreats.

 

Sandra

As a qualified and experienced ICF coach and retreat leader, I’m passionate about helping clients navigate personal and professional transitions and reach their full potential. My coaching experience is enriched by over 15 years of international business experience in operations and finance at a leading global investment bank.

During my corporate career, I managed multicultural teams across London, Hong Kong, South Korea, and New York—challenging and exciting environments that taught me how to bring out the best in people. While I developed strong technical skills, it was the human side of leadership that truly energised me, and I became deeply involved in coaching, mentoring, and creating personal development programmes that made a meaningful impact across the organisation.

Life presented its own coaching opportunity when my husband and I relocated to Devon with our three young children. This major transition taught me firsthand about embracing change and finding a new direction—something I now help my clients achieve. My personal mantra is to grab life with both hands and find the positive in every situation!

Today, I combine my business background and expertise with coaching skills to support individuals through life’s challenges, whether personal or professional. Together, Jill and I also run transformative wellness retreats for women to complement this journey. My approach is warm, supportive, and encouraging, focusing on your unique strengths and capabilities. Offering a safe space to open up, we create a partnership that helps you build genuine confidence and find greater fulfilment.

Whether you’re facing a major life shift, seeking a better work-life balance, or aiming to elevate your professional impact, I will work with you to create the life and career you truly desire.

Testimonials

It would be no exaggeration to say that working with Sandra at Forward Steps Coaching has completely changed my life and brought remarkable, measurable improvements to my business. I have thoroughly enjoyed the thoughtful, knowledgeable coaching sessions, which helped me to put in place several key changes – opening up new business opportunities and making my working day far more productive and enjoyable. I have also recommended the company to several others, who are all equally impressed.

Debbie Jeffery – Property Journalist
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The International Coach Federation (ICF) global survey showed that 82.7% of individuals who have experienced professional coaching report being “very satisfied” with their coaching experience and 96.2% said they would repeat it given the opportunity.

Contact Us

Interested in working with us? Book a free no-obligation 20-minute discovery call with Jill or Sandra and we’ll find out whether we’re a good fit. Alternatively drop us a message below and we’ll get back to you to discuss the best next steps. There is no pressure to ‘sign up’, we’ll simply listen to your needs and explain how coaching can help.

Email: enquiries@forwardstepscoaching.co.uk

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