A bit about me...
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About me
Coaching is very much about you. So I know you don't want to read pages about me. But, if we are working together closely I understand that you will want to know something.
How did I come to coaching? I was an English teacher for over thirty years, starting that career with a move south from my
native north-east. For many years, I worked part-time to fit with my family commitments. I taught in the independent and state sectors, in boarding and day schools, and I also taught adults for many years.
I reached a point where I asked myself if I was going to do this forever (well, until retirement) or do something slightly different.
It became clear to me that a lot of my work was 'coaching' and motivating, particularly when teaching A-level and GCSE. I was helping people choose careers, make decisions, enabling them to grow their confidence and reach personal goals.
So, my own career change was to train as a coach. At the same time, I was asked to write two books -self-help for parents and students- which launched my career as a writer, focusing on careers, education, family and wellbeing.
You can see some of it here www.glyniskozmajournalist.co.uk
Now, I combine my coaching with mentoring writers.
Training and experience
Away from work
I enjoy spending time with my two adult children, walking to keep fit, writing my first novel, and listening to everything on Radio 4.
Coaching is very much about you. So I know you don't want to read pages about me. But, if we are working together closely I understand that you will want to know something.
How did I come to coaching? I was an English teacher for over thirty years, starting that career with a move south from my
native north-east. For many years, I worked part-time to fit with my family commitments. I taught in the independent and state sectors, in boarding and day schools, and I also taught adults for many years.
I reached a point where I asked myself if I was going to do this forever (well, until retirement) or do something slightly different.
It became clear to me that a lot of my work was 'coaching' and motivating, particularly when teaching A-level and GCSE. I was helping people choose careers, make decisions, enabling them to grow their confidence and reach personal goals.
So, my own career change was to train as a coach. At the same time, I was asked to write two books -self-help for parents and students- which launched my career as a writer, focusing on careers, education, family and wellbeing.
You can see some of it here www.glyniskozmajournalist.co.uk
Now, I combine my coaching with mentoring writers.
Training and experience
- Diploma Personal Coaching 2005. Member of the Association for Coaching. CPD and insured.
- Qualified Teacher Status (University of Durham) with over 30 years' experience including mentoring.
- Published author of two self-help books.
- Professional writer - feature writer - The Times, Guardian, Telegraph, many websites and magazines.
- Writing mentor
Away from work
I enjoy spending time with my two adult children, walking to keep fit, writing my first novel, and listening to everything on Radio 4.
The coaching I received from Glynis allowed me to review my current situation, take stock and consider the options. Then, to open my eyes to a clear way forward when previously I was muddled and indecisive. RB, Herts |
Running the same business for over 20 years, I needed to step back and make some difficult decisions about my next career steps. Glynis was able to coach me through this.. AL, Herts |
"Having reached a point where I was able to consider a life change I realised that I didn't know how to go about it. Glynis helped me develop a strategy for identifying what areas I could realistically consider. I now feel I have solid direction. AS Herts |