‘In today’s job market it is essential to have a compelling CV. After a few sessions with Mary that is what you will have. She listens exceptionally well and then gives her perspective on what you are looking for, with a few nuggets thrown in. With her innovative style she put my career and experience into words in a way that I could never do. You will definitely make that job application feeling far more positive after consulting Mary. I certainly owe her a debt of gratitude as I know many others do so I can recommend her without hesitation.’ Ciaran O’Driscoll, IT Manager
‘Mary brought me through a process of examining my career to date, defining my skills and more importantly my real interests and helped me to gain focus on suitable career choices. Mary coaxes and challenges at just the right times and makes you question your perceptions of your limitations and potential. She has a genuine passion for ensuring that each of her clients finds the right career path for them.’ Stephanie Casey, Fundraising and Marketing Professional
‘I came away with a number of insights, some fresh ideas and an actionable career plan. Mary gets my highest recommendation for both career coaching and CV development.’ Phelim, Product Development Manager
Thanks a lot Mary. Thanks a lot for all your patience. You managed to constructively challenge me. I could never have distilled my CV down to 2 pages!! Executive Director, Financial Services
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert: “Mary’s experience in CV writing and thoughtful input has been most valuable. Recommended for anyone who needs an impartial eye and the skills that she can offer.” Vanessa Cecil, The Therapeutic Training Company
‘I have worked with Mary over several sessions on CV preparation. She brings her wealth of experience and knowledge of both workplace and people to the session. She is patient, focused, direct and clear in her approach which helps you get clear on what you need to convey on this important document. I have gained a clear understanding of my own skills and achievements and more importantly translated these to my CV giving a clear message with thanks to Mary.’ GO’G Director, Financial Services
‘I always hated interviews and felt I let myself down. Mary gave me a very simple formula to prepare for interview and now I know how to communicate my achievements clearly in an interview. This approach has transformed the experience for me.’ CO’R, recent graduate
‘Mary made the workshop a very enjoyable experience’ Rory, Business Analyst
‘Coaching was professional and carried out with integrity.’ GO’B, Senior Finance Manager
‘I got a better understanding of myself, my strong points and weak points, challenging my beliefs about myself. Mary is excellent.’ GC, Manager Credit & Risk
‘I was very happy with how the coaching was delivered. Mary was understanding yet challenged my way of thinking.’ Test Manager
‘I found Mary to be an excellent coach – interesting, explorative, intelligent.’ AO’N, Independent Consultant
‘Precise, straight and open. There was no negativity at any stage.’ Liam, IT Security
“I found the process of working with Mary excellent – professional, enjoyable and very positive. I was very happy with the results, ending up with an excellent CV, as well as a fresh insight into my career direction and what my true strengths are. I intend to work with Mary again in the future and will have no hesitation about recommending her service to people whom I think could benefit from her service.” Journalist
‘Thanks for everything again Mary. CV looks perfect, a million times better than what it was.’ Data Analyst
‘Thank you very much for all your help today it was excellent’ Business Analyst
Workshops:
I thoroughly enjoyed Tuesday night. I’m finding the workshops very therapeutic: – a lovely environment with lovely people. Legal secretary
‘Great evening. When is the next one?’ Occupation unknown
‘Very interesting session on Tuesday evening… I enjoyed the ‘mood’ of the evening and the journey / technique of the ‘’life-‘visionboard’-concept’’… I would be pleased to participate in your proposed future program over the next three months’ Engineer
‘I feel a renewed burst of energy from all the creativity in the room. Was positively spewing out creative ideas today in the course…. Mary, you’ve got to do more of these!’ Manager
‘I really enjoyed your Vision Board session today…It was really social with really good people around. If you are doing another let me know as I would like to spread the word.’ Business Development Manager
‘I thoroughly enjoyed the day, there was a lovely warm atmosphere and I also gained an awful lot professionally from it. I’m not working at the moment and at a bit of a crossroads with my career, I got clarity on where I want to go and also the essential confidence on how to get motivated again. But as importantly the day was fun!! Thank you.’ Design Engineer
‘I thoroughly enjoyed Tuesday night. I’m finding the workshops very therapeutic: lovely environment, lovely people’ Legal secretary
‘Thank you so much for a great evening – thoroughly enjoyed it, and found it very interesting…. and looking forward to the next session’. Manager Financial Services
‘It was a great day, I got a lot out of it, and you had a good bunch of people who spoke freely. I’m in the process of changing what I do and your workshop has helped me along the way.’ Business Development Manager
‘Great to meet you. I found it really useful. Plenty of food for thought swirling around my head right now!’ Change Manager, Financial Services
‘Just a short note to let you know, that I have really enjoyed your workshops- finding them to be very informative, interactive and ‘fun’. You have a wonderful style – keeping us all ‘on track’ – yet allowing time for each of us to try and ‘figure out’ what/where we might be going.‘ Business Development, Financial Services
‘They said that my CV was very strong (thanks to you) plus the interview went very well as I stuck to the STAR formula (again thanks to you)….So I just wanted to Thank You again for setting me straight on the road, giving me the skills for interviewing which was a big thing for me. I will be recommending you to my fellow co workers and friends and anyone who will listen 🙂 I may be back again for a refresher course sometime too.’ Data Analyst
‘I was feeling very disheartened and hopeless before I met with you but you were brilliant. Now I feel I am more focused and confident that when I have worked on my CV and elevator pitch as you showed me I will be ready for an interview.’ Administrative Assistant
‘I really enjoyed our session yesterday, and found it very clear and helpful. I will recommend you to other people who would like to get career guidance. I am looking forward to completing my ‘homework’ and I am excited about the road ahead. As we agreed, I will contact you again if I’d like another session’. Programme Manager
‘Thanks again for giving me back my self belief mary. It was wonderful to meet you.’ Participant on Momentum Programme
‘Thank you for your inspiration’ Participant on Momentum Programme
‘Strength. Helping someone else is the secret of happiness’. Saw this card & thought of you as you are such a tower of strength. Ir’s been such a pleasure and honour…..