“I came to Energise knowing that I was looking for a change to my career but not understanding what change I wanted, nor how to get there. From the outset, I was put at ease and was then invited to embark on a process which would change not just my career, but also my approach to my career and life in general. The process with Energise has not just been revelatory in that sense, but has also been really interesting and highly enjoyable. I’ve enjoyed going back to basics in terms of challenging my assumptions and thought processes but equally I’ve just found each session incredibly engaging. I would wholeheartedly recommend Energise to anyone who is at a similar point in their career, or even if they’re just mulling over some of these questions. The clarity and purpose I have now is a long way from the place I was in when the process started.”

“Rachel is excellent at her job. She is a great listener and homed in on the areas in my life which I needed to change. She listens, encourages and provides ‘food for thought’.

Coaching provided a framework within to grow, time to focus on me and getting my career on the right track. Rachel’s career coaching focused on increasing my confidence whilst also setting achievable targets and giving practical advice.  This helped me to ‘get moving’ by shifting my outlook on life.

My coaching helped me establish my values and clarify what I really want from a job, and this enabled me to decide what direction I would like to go in. Practical advice on how to prepare for an interview and having practice interviews was invaluable.

I have found a job which I like, a 5-minute drive from home with the right work-life balance and I am also thinking more about the future and planning things to enjoy for myself and my family.

Coaching with Rachel has helped me to be more positive about life in general, I am more accepting of myself, taking better care of myself, living more in the moment, enjoying what I’m doing and going with the flow. “

“Coaching enables you to ask questions of yourself and those around you in a professional and more personal context, gives you support and encouragement and provides an opportunity for change. It gave me space to discuss key professional issues and to consider how to resolve them. It helps you to build on your strengths and address weaknesses.

Rachel is very calm and supportive and very good at putting you at ease and providing a confidential sounding board. Coaching with EnergiseLegal has been instrumental in the changes that I have made. Rachel has been fantastic: not only in our coaching sessions but also in providing follow-up articles, self-coaching exercises, networking event suggestions and general career development help.

I feel more positive and focused and in the driving seat of my own career again, and am making time to make it happen.”

“I have known and worked with Rachel for more years than I care to remember, have employed her to work with individuals and teams in my business, recommended her to countless others and used to facilitate difficult business challenges (covid being a great example). She is without question, one of those unique people who has the ability to make the complex, simple, and to articulate it in a way that works for the individual – rather than giving a textbook response.

The armoury of tools she possesses may be unconventional (playing snakes and ladders with the Senior Leadership Team over dinner to highlight risks and opportunities being a classic) but she has a case load of things that ‘just work’.  Her ability to morph to the needs of the individual is amazing to see too.

If you have a problem with your career, or your business, that you can’t unlock, or you want to understand where to head in the future – give Rachel a call, it could be some of the best money you ever invest.”

“I have recommended Rachel to so many people over the years, and finally, I had the opportunity to work with her to help me transition my mindset and career. Rachel’s approach is collaborative, kind and thoughtful. She quickly tuned in to my energy and was able to hold me to account as I made some bold decisions and set up my own business.

Anyone who is feeling stuck in their career, recognise they need a change or finds themselves in a situation where they HAVE to change what they are doing, I highly recommend working with Rachel, she’s really very good at what she does!”

Kate Smith, founder We Are Firestarter, Former VP Marketing and Employee Experience, Wiley .

“Rachel is an outstanding coach and her style and skills have been instrumental in helping me close one chapter and move to a new chapter in my career.

At the outset, Rachel helped me to set a clear structure, direction and objective. Then, she took me slightly out of my comfort zone with a range of exercises and tasks that initially I couldn’t quite understand their relevance. But from the very beginning, I trusted Rachel completely and so went with it. Now I look back and can see how much those exercises have been invaluable and instrumental in helping me to achieve my goal.

Rachel’s calmness, creativity and thoughtfulness are second to none. I would recommend Rachel as a career coach to anyone who’s at a crossroads and looking for someone who can help them to clarify what’s important, what’s not important and to identify the day-to-day steps that will lead them to reaching their ultimate goal.”

Sophie J.

“Rachel is a dedicated and skilled career coach. She is friendly, empathetic and considerate and really enters into your thinking. At the same time Rachel is determined and keeps one on course. Rachel really made me think about where I was in my career, what was important to me, and what I wanted to achieve. She helped me to understand that the role I thought I wanted would probably make me unhappy. Thanks to Rachel I accepted an interview I might otherwise have turned down and have been offered a tenancy in chambers.  If you want someone who will absolutely be on your side but will also make you do the work, and truly think about who you are, what you want and how to achieve it, then you need Rachel.”

“Rachel supported me at a career crossroads and I found the coaching course invaluable. I did a condensed coaching program which was exactly what I needed at the time. Rachel adapted to my needs and was very flexible in her approach. She spent time getting to know me and understand what makes me tick then adapted the program to suit me.
I would recommend Energise for anyone who is asking themselves questions about their career, whatever the industry and whatever stage they are at in their career. My only regret is not having met Rachel sooner!”

“Rachel has supported me with career coaching on a number of occasions over my career. She has great listening skills and her insight has always added much to my thought processes. I would highly recommend her to anyone at a career crossroads.”

“Rachel has been indispensable in helping me to secure a job. Her industry knowledge, creative thoughts, consistent support and willingness to teach me applicable skills have helped me progress quickly within a few months.  I am incredibly grateful for having the opportunity to work alongside Rachel at both Energise and ProAge and for the doors that have opened up to me as a result.”

Ellie Khanna, Digital Marketing Executive

“When I was looking to refocus my career, a trusted colleague recommended Rachel Brushfield ‘The Talent Liberator’. From our first meeting, Rachel and I just clicked. It was like meeting up with a dear friend because it felt like she knew me forever. Working with her truly energized me. She helped me focus on what I really wanted next in my career—a senior comms role that has an impact on human health, which is something I am passionate about.

Having an experienced career strategist with a marketing and brand background by my side made for a comprehensive, enjoyable, and well-planned career transition. If you would like to land your dream role, I highly recommend choosing Rachel as your career coach!”

Dawn Peters, Director, Media Relations and Communications

“I contacted Rachel when I knew I needed some additional help, I only wish I had done it much sooner. Working with Rachel has bought out a newfound appreciation of myself and my skill set and everything I have to offer. I knew I needed a change in role but was lost in a turmoil of overthinking and lack of confidence outside of what I did. Rachel has an innate ability to teach you how to recognise all your good bits and provides you with the tools and methods, and in my case, to take me on a journey to learn to embrace my skills and experience. I feel stronger and more confident in who I am and what I have to offer, something I would not have achieved without the guidance from Rachel.”