Testimonials

"Thank you very much for the interview coaching. Having been unemployed for almost a year, I had lost my confidence. Thanks to your advice and the tips that you gave me after the mock interview, I was offered the position I applied for (Tenancy Support Worker working with ex-offenders). The interviewers said that I scored much higher than any other candidate and I demonstrated that I had the transferable skills and the passion to do the job. I know that I would not have got the job without your help."

Mrs P Bradford

“Margaret’s coaching was tremendously helpful. She switched straight from a relaxed discussion about what I felt I needed from coaching, and the demands of the job I was going for, into a really testing interview. I was amazed at how real she made it feel. The experience gave me some solid areas on which I had to improve and prepare for forthcoming interviews. I now have the perfect new job.”

Helen Beioley, Director of Development and Public Affairs

"I just wanted to let you know about the interviews I came to you to prepare for; it's been a long while, but I have only just heard back from the Department of Work and Pensions! I was successful, and was also successful with another interview I went for, so I now have the two positions to choose between. So I just wanted to say thank you again for your help and the practice. I think it really helped just in terms of rebuilding my confidence, so thanks ever so much for that."

David Gold, Modern History & Politics graduate

“I was quite skeptical whether interview coaching could help, but I am so glad I did it – I only wish I did it a year ago!

The position I was in before is that I was made redundant in April 2008, ALL interviews I’ve attended since I simply froze up, lost control in the way of keeping a structured discussion in place and I ended up talking a lot of mumbo jumbo. I knew I can perform these jobs inside out, I have many years of experience, I simply just made a mess of the interview. I’ve bought books, DVD’s, and I just didn’t know what to do anymore.

After just one phone coaching session with Margaret, my confidence has significantly improved and my interview yesterday went really well. Having a document in front of me with bullet pointed items helped me immensely and I can now clearly articulate how specifically I can add value. Thanks so much.

Head of IT, a UK top 20 commercial law firm

“Just wanted to let you know my good news, I’ve secured a position with a German laminate manufacturer. I’ll be managing existing and new business for the south of England region with the occasional visit to Germany.  

I’m very excited about it and will be very, very pleased to get back into the fray! 

I wanted to thank you for all your guidance, especially the structure element. I’ll pass your details to others which will hopefully result in more business for you. You have been an inspirational help to me, thank you”

Nigel Lindsell, Specification Sales Manager

"In my personal life, I am a self-expressed confident person but as soon as I set foot in an interview or other (potentially stressful) professional situation, I would fall apart. I would get nervous, lose the ability to listen and comprehend what was being said, constantly be thinking about what I would say next and then forget what I wanted to say. It was a nightmare!

But things meaningfully improved for me after a few sessions with Margaret.  Margaret was not only a great practice partner and coach but she also helped me see how other people see me.  And much to my surprise, I actually come off pretty well!

I would not have been able to land my dream job as a consultant at a Fortune 500 firm without her. Definitely, one of the best investments I have ever made!"

Vanessa J, Consultant, Big 4 Consulting Firm

"I was seeking entrance into an Executive MBA programme with one of the top Business Schools. Having been invited to attend an interview, I felt that I did not have enough confidence and I decided to approach Margaret.

The interview practice session with Magaret tested my ability to maintain a clear train of thoughts and convey a clear message, probed my thinking on the feet and boosted my confidence. Money very well spent."

Chris J, Executive MBA student, London Business School

"I approached Margaret because I have had several job interviews recently and felt that I was not coming across positively enough and that I was not 'selling' my skills and experience effectively to employers.

The session with Margaret gave me a really valuable opportunity to practice my interview skills without the pressure and the nerves of a real interview. The feedback was really useful as Margaret was able to point out various aspects of my performance that I was not at all aware of (e.g. I was smiling throughout the interview, which didn't give the impression of me being a serious candidate for a senior position and I kept talking about 'we' rather than what I had achieved in my career). She helped me to structure my answers and focus on my most impressive achievements.

Margaret also gave me useful feedback by e-mail and continued to coach me in the run-up to the interview, giving me valuable pointers about what I should focus on in preparation for the interview. As a result I felt much more confident at interview and didn't go away kicking myself because I had not mentioned the key achievements which were most relevant to the post.

I would recommend Margaret as an interview coach - her advice was clear, practical and detailed".

Regeneration Officer, Lambeth Council

 “I thought I would update you on my current status. I was offered a position at Hewlett Packard, but I declined it. I had my second interview with HSBC on Tuesday and should have an answer on Monday, but I also had 2 interviews with Tetrapak and they have offered me a job today and I have accepted.

I would just like to take this opportunity to thank you for your help and advice.”

Rahima Khalifa, Buyer

"I had been getting mixed signals about my interview technique which had begun to demotivate me. This is when I had been told that I was a good interviewer. The session with Margaret was tough but useful. It is comforting to know that it might not be you performing badly but the interviewer. Margaret provided me with some top tips to negate this problem. Well worth the time and the money."

Sean Martindill, Senior Account Manager, British Gas and Help The Aged Partnership

I went to see Margaret because I was getting plenty of interviews but no job offers.  The anecdotal feedback I was getting suggested that it was something to do with my interview technique, and particularly something around not being ‘dynamic’ or ‘sparky’ enough, even though I was technically very good. The coaching session with Margaret was really useful – from the moment she pointed out that my introductory handshake was a bit limp through the very grueling and totally realistic 40 minute interview to the detailed feedback, both at the end of the session and in the follow up email. What was particularly revealing was the realisation that I could be very ‘dynamic’ and ‘sparky’ as long as I stayed focused on the questions, had done my background research, and avoided waffling. I went away feeling very confident that I could do well in any interview situation."

Leslie Chapman, Interim Manager/Organizational Consultant, Therapeia Ltd

“Just to let you know that your interview coaching paid dividends for me and I have a super new job, which starts next week. It was all about confidence which you helped me to retrieve.”

Kathryn H., Deputy Chief Executive, national campaigning organization and expert centre for direct and indirect children’s interest groups

"I just wanted to let you know that I did get the job I applied for, and am starting next month. Thank you very much for your help with the interview preparation. It was extremely helpful to practice answering questions - you gave me some really useful feedback and I felt so much more confident and prepared, especially after the second session."

Manager, big 4 accountancy practice

"The first time I contacted Margaret, I had lots of questions and unknowns in my mind. I was also feeling a bit de-motivated by my job-hunting experience. It was a great pleasure to cover all these matters in a couple of sessions with Margaret, including regaining my motivation. "Margaret identified my needs and issues quickly and suggested efficient solutions with a professional approach. She provided subtle yet clear guidance which made it easy for me to understand what to do and how to do it. I have acquired a great amount of information about interview techniques, the best ways to expose my skills and most importantly, to look my situation from a different perspective. I now feel much more confident and objective."

Cuneyt Yucel, Product Management Director

"Thank you for all the support, help and encouragement you gave me at the beginning of this year. Sitting down with you and recreating my CV has made such an enormous difference in my life. The sessions I had with you allowed me to look at my life and my skills in a completely new way. Thank you for helping me to represent myself on paper (my CV), such that I had the confidence, power and focus to go for the job I really wanted! I am now a company Director of a limited company and I am on a salary higher than I had thought I would get."

Kate Ryan, Director, Streetbeatz

"I just wanted to drop you a quick note to say that I was yesterday offered the role of a Director for Education, Training and Development. Thanks for your help in getting me prepared."

Kathy Sienko, Clinical Engagement Lead, BT Health Executive

"I was struggling to get my experience across at interviews and even on the phone to IT agents. I needed to look at the way I came across, both in what I said and how I said it. After a chat with Margaret about effective communication, going through examples, I shifted the way I spoke to agents. I spoke with confidence and clarity. Within two weeks I have had more interviews then in the previous months. During my recent interviews I structured my answers to push my strengths and actually enjoyed being interviewed, which for me underlines the difference Margaret has made to my job search. If you have a problem coming across well at interviews, I would highly recommend you speak to Margaret. She can make a big difference to improve your interview technique. My body language during interviews has also improved considerably." 

Yadevinder Gill, Senior Support/Business Analyst