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What Is Be Your Own Coach?

Simply put… Be Your Own Coach is a platform designed to empower you to become the person you want to be. Our passion is to demystify coaching, and create a platform which makes personal development accessible to everyone. Be You Own Coach provides you with the tools, resources, coaching and courses you need to level up in your professional life, and is your personal on-hand coach to guide you throughout any stage of your career. From public speaking to leadership, right through to time management and mindset, whatever hurdles, challenges and growth opportunities you face, Be Your Own Coach will provide you with the support and accountability to tackle this head on. Ready to push your boundaries and see what you are capable of? (take a look at our FAQs for more info!)

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Who Are We?

We are a Manchester based couple who are finally turning years of dinner-table conceptualising into a reality, combining coaching expertise with technical proficiency!

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Kathy Brooke

Founder and Personal Development Coach

Hi, I’m Kathy … I am the content creator and researcher for Be Your Own Coach

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Liam Bateman

Founder & CTO

Hi, Liam here … I drive the technical strategy for the Be Your Own Coach platform.

Testimonials

Kathy has worked with 100's of individuals and companies over the last 5 years, here's what a few of them have to say.

"Kathy's been working with our team for almost two years and has had a considerable impact; individuals feel supported, listened to, and equipped with resources and techniques. Having an independent, expert-coach on hand is a safe space for people to seek personal and professional guidance and co-create solutions. It's the most powerful use of our L&D budget and has been a game-changer for confidence and accountability. I'd be in a lot of trouble with the team if they didn't have Kathy in their lives!"

Gemma Glover
Gemma Glover
Head of People and L&D iAM Learning and iAM Compliant

"Kathy has been an exceptional personal development coach for our team at Allens. Working with Kathy has greatly improved our employees' well-being and confidence, as well as their overall performance. Her personalised support has been invaluable in helping our team navigate challenges and grow both professionally and personally. Kathy’s guidance has not only enhanced individual skills but also contributed positively to our business as a whole. I highly recommend her to any organisation looking to invest in their people and achieve impactful results."

Dean McMullan
Dean McMullan
Partner at Allens Accountants

"I can not say enough things about Kathy and what she has done for me. Throughout my time with Kathy I was able to grow so much personally and professionally. I came to Kathy without knowing a lot of my skills, she was able to help me pinpoint my skills and help me utilize those in my daily work. There was nothing that could make me feel more refreshed and ready to crush work then the time I would get to spend with her.

I am ready to make big moves in my career and Kathy has been by my side the whole entire time cheering me on. The advice, tips, and tools that I have learned with Kathy over the last couple of months I will use for the rest of my life. Thank you so much, I will forever owe you for the confidence and skills I have gained from you. "

Skylar Tanner
Skylar Tanner
Account Manager at Rove

"Initially, I wanted help with a situation in my business but quickly it became clear (as always does) that it was my mindset that I really needed help with. Now...I help others with their mindset daily, but that doesn't always (fully) equip you to sort yourself out!

Thank you so much for your support, advice and coaching - I would work with Kathy again and have no hesitation recommending her to anyone wishing to be open minded and explore themselves, as well as their business."

Claire Birks
Claire Birks
Director at Barnaby Clarke Recruitment

"I originally began working with Kathy as part of my personal development, specifically to improve my confidence with public speaking.

Working with Kathy has helped me look very closely at myself as a leader and challenge my own notions of where I am strong/weak professionally.

Having never worked with anyone in this capacity Kathy immediately put me at ease and has been a pleasure to work with. I enjoy the challenges that Kathy sets me and even in within a couple of months of working together I feel a much more rounded & balanced leader.

I would recommend for anyone who is interested in self improvement and professional development to speak with Kathy! "

Paul McPherson
Paul McPherson
Director at JPM Captial

"Kathy came into my life when I was completely pushing myself out of my comfort zone. I felt uneasy and pretty vulnerable. Our coaching sessions gave me confidence, clarity and useful tools to use as part of my self development. She also helped me with my public speaking skills and helped enormously with my nerves. I would highly recommend Kathy to anyone. Thank you Kathy for being such an important part of my journey. "

Sally Spicer
Sally Spicer
Senior Executive Manager at Barclay Meade

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