Evidence Based Job Coaching

Complete Job Search Programme

The Coach 1st 8-module programme covers everything you need to succeed in today's competitive job market. Each module includes practical exercises, real-world applications, and ongoing support.

Module 1: Building Confidence & Professional Presence 

Develop authentic confidence and learn to present yourself professionally, whether you're a recent graduate or changing careers.

• Value identification and communication
• Confidence-building techniques
• Professional storytelling skills
• Self-presentation mastery

Module 2: Accessing the Hidden Job Market 

Discover how to tap into the 70% of jobs that are never advertised through strategic networking and relationship building.

• Strategic networking framework
• LinkedIn optimisation techniques
• Informational interview skills
• Industry research methods

Module 3: Transforming Career Challenges 

Learn to reframe employment gaps, career changes, and other challenges as strengths that demonstrate your resilience.

• Positive gap explanations
• Transferable skills mapping
• Career change narratives
• Challenge-to-strength conversion

Module 4: Mastering Job Applications 

Create CVs and cover letters that get noticed, plus optimise your online presence to attract recruiters.

• ATS-friendly CV writing
• Compelling cover letters
• LinkedIn profile optimisation
• Application tracking systems

Module 5: Understanding UK Recruitment 

Get insider knowledge about how hiring really works, based on 30+ years of recruitment industry experience.

• Recruitment process insights
• Hiring manager psychology
• Interview preparation strategies
• Decision-making factors

Module 6: Job Search Resilience 

Build the mental strength needed for challenging job markets and learn to handle rejection positively.

• Resilience building strategies
• Rejection handling techniques
• Sustainable search habits
• Motivation maintenance

Module 7: Breaking Through Barriers 

Overcome traditional employment barriers and enhance your social mobility, regardless of your background.

• Barrier identification and solutions
• Social mobility strategies
• Confidence building techniques
• Aspiration enhancement

Module 8: Strategic Job Search Planning 

Transform your job search from hopeful applying to strategic career planning with measurable goals and timelines.

• 90-day strategic planning
• Goal setting and tracking
• Progress measurement
• Results-focused approach

What You'll Achieve

Complete Job Search Portfolio Professional CV, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, and personal brand statement

Strategic Action Plan 90-day job search strategy with measurable goals and tracking systems

Networking Mastery Professional network building skills and access to hidden job opportunities

Interview Confidence Insider knowledge of recruitment processes and interview success strategies

Success Stories

I highly recommend Stuart Blake as a career coach whose expertise and guidance were instrumental in navigating a career transition with confidence.
What sets him apart is his ability to combine his over 30 years of experience with deep insights about how to approach job searches in the current climate.
His suggestions about identifying common grounds, establishing a connection, leveraging different networking techniques and working the hidden job market really helped identify opportunities in a contracting market.
In his sessions, Stuart helped me articulate my value proposition and led to successful interviews and conversations.
Beyond the tactical support, Stuart provided much needed encouragement and a good sounding board, I needed during challenging moments.
Akshay Bajaj - May 25

 Working with Stuart has been transformative for both my career and personal life. When I first reached out, I was feeling stuck and uncertain about my path forward. What I needed most was clarity and a confident approach to tackle the challenges I was facing, along with structured support.
From our very first session, it was clear that Stuart truly understands how to help people find their way forward. He offered different approaches tailored specifically to my situation, which made all the difference. His flexible style meant we could adapt our sessions based on what I needed most at any given time.
What struck me most was his healing way of dealing with deep-rooted issues. Rather than just surface-level career advice, he helped me work through underlying blocks that were holding me back professionally and personally. This holistic approach felt genuinely supportive and nurturing.
I genuinely looked forward to and enjoyed our time together.
Stuart is incredibly engaged throughout every conversation – you can feel his genuine investment in your success. His love for his profession shines through in everything he does, and his extensive experience across so many different areas means he can draw from a rich toolkit to help with whatever challenges arise.
Thanks to our work together, I now have a clear direction and the confidence to pursue it. I can't recommend Stuart highly enough to anyone looking for meaningful support in their career and life journey. 

Robert Weller May 25