“I had always felt that being a Matron was my ideal job and that I was qualified to further my NHS career and step into the role. After 2 unsuccessful attempts I was feeling demoralised and unsure whether I was following the right career path so decided to attend the SMP ‘One Step Beyond’ Evening Workshop.

The evening definitely helped me focus on what I really wanted to do. I decided to take a sideways step, as an interim measure, with the view to following my dream of a Matron’s role in the future.

Another Matron opportunity came up much sooner than I expected so I applied again and was delighted to be short listed.

I decided to enlist the help of Steve to coach me to improve my interview approach and technique, as on the previous occasions I had been very nervous and lacked confidence in my own ability.

Steve coached me through a very intensive and challenging 2 hour session and really honed in on my mindset. He very quickly picked up that I was constantly using negative language, which could be perceived that I doubted my own ability to do the job!

I had not realised how strongly this was coming across and knew this was at the root of my previous failures. By the end of the session I felt so much more confident in my own ability and to express myself in a positive way. He also taught me some relaxation and positive mindset techniques to help on the interview day.

I am delighted to say that I overcame my ‘demons’ and was successful at the interview and have now achieved my dream role as Matron!

The combination of the Evening Workshop with Debbie and Steve then the follow up Interview Skills coaching made all the difference to my outlook. I could not have achieved this job without their assistance and guidance, especially Steve, as he made me realise that I was good enough to do the role but it was only my mindset that was holding me back. I cannot thank you enough”.
 
Lynda Filby