I qualified as a Business Coach in the year 2000 through the IFPCM (International Federation of Professional Coaches & Mentors). Before that I worked in H.R. for many years and spent 10 years on the road as a Technical Sales Rep for two international companies.
My passion however is helping Small Businesses and Self-Employed professionals. Starting & running 3 small businesses of my own taught me that there is no-one to ask when you need advice. Your bank manager has his own agenda, you friends & family don't understand & anyway it isn't their money on the line!
Having done it myself, I also know how hard it is to market & sell yourself constantly, as well as DO the work & keep the paperwork up to date. If I can help small businesses to shorten the learning curve & perhaps not make some of the mistakes people make in business every day - then my job will be worthwhile.
Sales & Marketing is the lifeblood of businesses - without it you have no business. That is why I decided to specialise in this field. I read at least 2 business books every month & it is my job to know a little bit about everything, so I can give as many options as possible to the companies I work for.