Denise Matthews

WORK HISTORY

ABOUT DENISE MATTHEWS

What would your career look like with a clear plan and the confidence to make it happen? As your career coach, I help you uncover and leverage your strengths, values, and aspirations to build a focused, highly actionable plan. Together, we work through proven strategies to bring clarity to your career journey. This is how I approach it: Self-Discovery: We’ll explore your unique strengths and values, creating a strong foundation for your career journey. Goal Setting: Together, we set clear, meaningful career goals aligned with your long-term vision. Positioning & Branding: I guide you in articulating your value, refining your CV, and enhancing your LinkedIn profile to reflect your potential. Action Planning: We map out the concrete steps needed to move your career forward, from job search strategies to networking and interviews. Accountability & Tracking: Through consistent progress tracking, we build habits that keep you moving confidently toward your goals. With 30+ years in talent management, I bring a unique perspective from a diverse background in recruitment, business strategy, and executive coaching. I’ve navigated 3 career pivots myself—from retail to recruitment to career coaching—each transition teaching me the importance of aligning work with personal values and aspirations - and also the vital role of continuous learning. These experiences enable me to support you at all stages of your career, whether it’s time for change, returning to work - aspirational for leadership or seeking a new path I work closely with mid- and senior-level professionals, particularly in service led sectors like recruitment, Finance, retail, hospitality, HR, and marketing, helping them clarify their path and gain momentum toward roles that fit their life and values. Let\'s Talk: If you’re ready to explore new possibilities for your career, let’s connect! Book a call, and we’ll discuss your goals, challenges, and the best path forward. This is your chance to ask questions and decide if coaching is right for you. SPECIALITIES: Business strategy I Business Development I Executive Recruitment I Leadership Coaching I Career Coach I Non-Executive I 90 days I Personal Development I Talent Management NICHES Executive Recruitment I Recruitment Agencies I SME B2C I Retail I Service Based Businesses I B2B Career Coaching for Leaders ABOUUT ME: I love shopping, eating out and family. I’m 43 years married with two daughters, two mischievous grandchildren and two rag-doll cats - all of which keep us well entertained!