Kate Kilby

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Mid-Career Women | Clarity, Confidence, Control & Fulfilment

About me

Are you a woman who has worked hard to get where you are, but are now questioning it all?

Do you find yourself going in circles between between 'what if...' and 'why bother'?

Are you feeling stuck, bored, or burned out in a job or life that no longer fits?

Are you longing for the space, clarity and control to choose differently?

I help driven women like you to get back in the driving seat of their lives and bridge the gap between what looks good on paper and actually feels good on the inside. I will support you to find clarity amid the overwhelm so you can finally figure out what really matters and what you want next, build confidence in yourself and your choices, and get back in control of consciously creating a fulfilling life that brings the purpose, balance, and peace of mind you've been craving.

You've likely found your way here because something isn't sitting right.

Perhaps you’re looking for a career change, but are stumped as to what to do about it.

Maybe work feels like a grind, and work/life ‘balance’ feels like a fantasy.

Maybe you're questioning if this is really "it."

Maybe you've built what looks like success on paper, but the happiness factor hasn’t followed through. 

Does this sound like you?

  • You feel STUCK in limbo - frustrated with where you are in your career and personal development, but uncertain about change
  • You DOUBT yourself – your confidence wavering as you second-guess how you feel (is it really that bad?...) and what you're capable of
  • You're DISCONNECTED - going through motions, pushing on and pushing through in your work and relationships, because … what else? But missing a deeper sense of meaning or purpose
  • You're EXHAUSTED – feeling the stress and barely keeping your head above water, let alone finding the motivation to change

I see you, because I've been there too. For 14 years, I built a successful career in media and advertising, but with each passing year, the pressure and dissatisfaction only grew. By the time I became a working mum in 2017, I was drowning and far from thriving. I spent years pushing through, white-knuckling it, hoping things would change. In the end, it took the collision of a burnout, a global pandemic, and grieving a deep personal loss to finally force me to stop and ask: What am I doing? And what do I really want instead?

Now I help women get clear on what they want BEFORE they hit breaking point.

Together, we'll:

  • Get clear on what you actually want in your career and life (beyond the "shoulds" and expectations)
  • Build the confidence to trust yourself, overcome procrastination, and take meaningful steps towards what you want
  • Create the change you crave through empowerment coaching that feels manageable and right for YOU, at YOUR pace

My clients describe our work as "empowering," "transformative," and "insightful." They rediscover their creativity, confidence, and excitement about what's next and the motivation and energy to make it happen. 

If you're tired of feeling stuck and ready to explore the possibility there's happiness and a version of success out there that is better suited for you, I invite you to book a free 30-minute Clarity Call. No pressure, zero hard sell (ick!) - just an honest conversation about where you are, what you want and need, and to get a sense of whether I'm the right person to help.

Book your Clarity Call by copy and pasting this link into your browser: https://calendly.com/katekilby/complimentary-clarity-call

Alternatively, you can contact me via the Discovery Call button on the top right of this page. 

Visit www.katekilby.com/workoutwhatyouwant to download a free copy for my guided workbook Work Out What You Want In 4 Steps

What my clients say

"For the first time in years I feel creative and inspired again! Kate has helped me to believe in my capabilities as a business owner and also helped me become more confident in my personal life."

"Coaching with Kate has been one of the best things I've done in a long time! Each session I learned new things about myself, had insightful takeaways and was able to implement new ways to reframe situations immediately."

"Coaching with Kate was an incredibly insightful experience."

"Working with Kate was a real pleasure. She made me feel supported and heard."

"I wholeheartedly recommend coaching with Kate. She creates a brilliant, supportive space for discussion, effective self-reflection and clear next steps."

"Kate made me re-see everything with different eyes. I'm so very grateful for her support."

Training, qualifications & experience

I am an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) Credential-holder through the International Coaching Federation (ICF), and a registered member of the ICF. I am also a member of the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) and an EMCC Accredited Coach at Practictioner Level. 

I hold a Diploma in Transformational Coaching from Animas Centre for Coaching. Animas goes deeper than traditional coaching courses. Focusing on psychological and integrative perspectives, Animas is fully accredited by the world’s leading coaching bodies, the International Coach Federation and the Association for Coaching.

I am also a volunteer coach with More Happi, who provide affordable coaching to businesses. 

Further education and experience:

  • CPD in Group Coaching (Animas)
  • BA Hons in Psychology and Philosophy (Sheffield University)
  • Mental Health First Aider (MHFA England)
  • 14 years working in advertising and media industry across media sales, media strategy & planning, client servicing and leadership, and team leading and management.

Accreditation

Member organisations

ICF
UK International Coach Federation (ICF)

The International Coach Federation is the professional association for personal and business coaches worldwide.

Coaches can become accredited by the ICF, who have three grades of membership: Associate Certified Coach (ACC), Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and Master Certified Coach (MCC), with the different categories standing for different levels of training and experience. Master Certified Coach's have achieved a substantial level of training and experience.

Members of ICF are accountable to a professional code of ethics.

EMCC
European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC)

EMCC UK is part of the Europe-wide European Mentoring & Coaching Council.

Together their aim is to promote good practice and the expectation of good practice in mentoring and coaching across Europe.

EMCC is an independent, impartial and non-profit making organisation.

Areas of coaching I deal with

Fees

£76.50 - £98.00
Free initial telephone session

Additional information

Curious to explore how coaching can help? Let's have a free 30-minute Clarity Call. 

I'd love to hear about what's on your mind and what you're hoping for. You'll gain some initial clarity, and we can see if working together feels right. Copy and paste the below link into your browser to book your free call at your convenience:

https://calendly.com/katekilby/complimentary-clarity-call 

If working together feels right:

Everyone’s budgets and the depth of change they are ready to create is different, so I have three levels of support options to help my clients to get where they want to be.  

Kickstart package: 6-weeks / 3 sessions. 
For those with a clear, specific goal who are looking to gain rapid momentum and make immediate progress.
Investment: £294


Momentum package: 3-months / 6 sessions 
Great for those who are looking for deeper exploration and more meaningful momentum over a short/mid-term but impactful timeframe.
Investment: £510


Transformation package: 6-months / 12 sessions 
For those who are feeling really stuck and unclear about where they’re heading and what they want, or are navigating more complex challenges and circumstances that need more time to unpick, navigate and adjust.
Investment: £918

When I work

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You can view my live availability to book a free discovery call here: https://calendly.com/katekilby/complimentary-clarity-call 

Further information

TESTIMONIALS

Trudy:    “Coaching with Kate has been one of the best things I've done in a long time!  Each session I learned new things about myself, had insightful takeaways and was able to implement new ways to reframe situations immediately. Kate is both calm & warm which helped me to unearth layers of unhelpful thought patterns, all the while making me confident that the space I was in was safe & non-judgmental. I highly recommend Kate for coaching for anything and everything!  You will not regret it.”

Jenni:    “I started working with Kate in a very strange time of my life. In my mid 30's, I returned to my career after taking a year out for mental health reasons. I was unsure when I returned to my career if it was actually what I wanted anymore and needed to figure out if it was it or me! Kate has helped me remove the brain fog so I could move forward with my new ideas. For the first time in years I feel creative and inspired again! She has helped me to believe in my capabilities as a business owner and also helped me become more confident in my personal life. I couldn't recommend Kate highly enough. She's calm and pragmatic but isn't scared to ask the nitty gritty questions to get you thinking! Thank you Kate, here's to the future!”

Katie:    “Coaching with Kate was an incredibly insightful experience. I am getting ready to returning to work from my parental leave and have felt overwhelmed by decisions I thought I needed to make now. Though talking to Kate and having her reflect back my ramblings in a concise and considered manner has helped slow down my mind and take stock highlighting that decisions don't have to be made at such a break neck speed. Her approach is warm and encouraging with clear direction and insightful reflections. She is a fantastic coach and I would encourage everyone to work with her.”

Saskia: "Working with Kate was a real pleasure. She made me feel supported and heard. She provided insightful guidance and helped me make decisions with more confidence and clarity. Highly recommended!"

Jo:    “I wholeheartedly recommend coaching with Kate. She creates a brilliant, supportive space for discussion, effective self-reflection and clear next steps. She is generous with her time and expertise, and tailors the session to meet what you most need from coaching. Thank you, Kate!”

Lisa:    “It has been a privilege to work with Kate. Her ability to build a trusting, calm and safe space has allowed me to be vulnerable, to cry and to begin to rebuild. Kate has given me tangible solutions to overcome barriers and to be kind to myself as I evolve personally and professionally. If you do one thing today, sign up to work with Kate, she is phenomenal.”

Marietta:    “In one session with Kate it feels like a weight has been lifted. She helped me pinpoint patterns in my thoughts and behaviour that were affecting different areas of my life. By understanding why things have been difficult of late, she helped me realise my self-compassion needed a boost and that I can stop questioning everything I'm doing. Simply talking it through with Kate's guidance helped me drill down on my issue and I have some key take aways to help me. After the session I felt relieved and hopeful and those feelings are still with me. Thank you Kate!”

Kate:    “Kate created a kind and safe space for me to speak open-heartedly. She held a mirror up for me and gave me grace, and allowed me to stumble my way through the session until I was able to have conviction in my thoughts and answers. She pulled out something very special in me, and I was buzzing after the session!”

Hayley:    “I felt at ease with Kate quickly. She has a warm and attentive presence. She is a skilled coach asking good questions whilst allowing me the space to get to new understandings at my own pace. In one session talking to Kate helped me to reframe something that has been a big problem for me.”

Anne:    “The coaching session with Kate came at a time which worked extremely well for me. I have found myself at a bit of a crossroads with goal setting for 2023 and closing out 2022. I was able to use this coaching session to reflect, and Kate's coaching style meant that I felt supported, but also empowered, Kate comes across as warm and personal which meant I trusted her immediately and I was able to use her to provide a level of challenge and focus which I needed. Thank you Kate."

Sophie:    "I've never been 'coached' before...The session took me by surprise; Kate made it very comfortable for me very quickly to open up and we were able to cover a lot of ground in a short space of time. I finished the session feeling much better, and confident that there are tools to explore further to help cope with the challenges I have. Kate is kind, gentle, calm and methodical in her approach. Trust in the process - and in a coach who knows exactly what she's doing - and genuinely wants to help." 

Rosa: “If you recognise some challenges within you that you would like to explore, and would like to do so in a safe space with a coach that cares, work with Kate! it is powerful and will move you forward in more than one way!”

Type of session

Online

Types of client

Adults (25-64)

Online platforms

Zoom
Google Meet

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