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IKIGAI

Make sure your career fits you comfortably!
The programme takes place over 4 sessions. Each phase has a set of carefully crafted questions, which we work through together.

We start with an introduction to Ikigai and the programme, before entering the 3 key phases of Ikigai described below.
Ikigai benefits

What career stage are you at?

I'm starting out
I'm quite established
  • Solidify vision.
  • No time wasted heading in the wrong direction.
  • Develop new ideas and mindset.
  • Brings clarity.
  • It's never too late!
  • It's often a harder transition when you're established in a career, with financial responsibilities.
  • A framework of practical support.
Ikigai
benefits
I'm starting out
I'm quite established
  • Solidify vision.
  • No time wasted heading in the wrong direction.
  • Develop new ideas and mindset.
  • Brings clarity.
  • It's never too late!
  • It's often a harder transition when you're established in a career, with financial responsibilities.
  • A framework of practical support.
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"I’d always allowed my doubts, the security of my existing role and perceived ‘blockers’ to get in the way of doing anything about it. That was until I met Kerry."
Steve Bellew
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How Ikigai works

Four sessions will leave you with an action plan to achieve your Ikigai.

We start with an introduction to Ikigai and the programme. Then we enter the 3 key phases of Ikigai.
Each phase has a set of carefully crafted questions, which we work through together:
You Love It: What do you love doing; what makes you happy?
You're Good At It: What have you got the skills for, or what skills can you acquire?
Reality Check: Does your idea fulfil a need in this world? Will it provide the necessary income and security?

Get in touch

Contact me for more information, or to book a discovery session. Your contact request will go straight to my inbox so we can organise a chat.
And I promise this isn't a sales call from me. It's just a relaxed conversation to answer your questions, and/or get you started on your adventure, with no obligation.
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Common questions

What is my Ikigai?

Right now, I can’t tell you your Ikigai. Together, throughout this journey we will work towards discovering your Ikigai and what it means for you.

Who's Kerry Thompson?

Kerry is described as a 'pioneer who welcomes a challenge'. She has a positive mindset and is warm, engaging and motivating.

Kerry's an Accredited Self-Worth Academy Associate and Coach, and believes a solid foundation of self-worth builds resilience, and the ability to drive change.

Kerry's approach includes authentic support and practical advice and guidance towards achieving tangible outcomes.
See Kerry on LinkedIn or About Kerry.

What's a discovery session?

Quite simply… an open and friendly 30 minute conversation.

It's a chance to meet Kerry and freely discuss your goals and challenges. You'll be in a safe and confidential environment where you can truly express what you would like to achieve; with nothing expected of you and no judgement at all.

You will clarify ideas and probably uncover some new opportunities, and you can start to map out your personalised adventure.

Your discovery session might give you all you need to kick-start an adventure on your own, or you may decide to embark on the journey with Kerry. There is no obligation either way, so there really is nothing to lose, and potentially much happiness to gain (as clients will testify!). Book here.

What will change for me?

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Are you employed, but not truly happy in your role? Do you wish to transition your career in some way? Perhaps prepare for a promotion, or move into a completely new area? You spend far too much of your life at work to be nothing less than truly happy.

Do you have a new business idea, but unsure how to explore it whilst maintaining the cash flow of your existing work situation?

Are you a woman in a male-dominated world? Struggling to be heard?

Are you struggling to juggle life and work commitments? Not enough hours in the day?

Is this coaching or mentoring?

A coach will often guide a client to find their own answers to their challenges. A mentor will share knowledge, whilst steering and supporting in a practical way.

The adventure is a blend of coaching to build confidence and awareness, and mentoring on the 'how to' side of career confidence, resilience and transition.

Can you help my whole team?

Do you need to develop your leaders? Change delivery is key to business success, and your leaders are key to delivering that change efficiently and effectively.

Do you or your staff have to run projects as part of your day job with little or no formal training?

Do you want a better work/life balance?

Do you want to work smarter, not harder?!

If you’ve answered yes to any (or all!) of these questions, Kerry can help.

Can my work or manager cover the cost of the coaching?

Of course. We have several workplaces that offer our coaching as part of their benefit schemes and development programs. We can liaise directly with your employer to arrange payment if they agree.

Is this right for me?

Book a discovery session and find out!
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