<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Assistants Edge: 1:1 Coaching ]]></title><description><![CDATA[For bespoke mentoring and coaching please see my wesbite: 
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It&#8217;s about clarity, confidence, and being ready when opportunity knocks.</p><p><strong>That&#8217;s what </strong><em><strong>Aspire &amp; Achieve</strong></em><strong> was built for.</strong></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!6dHe!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F89931b70-d497-4014-8e9d-f05a39da6b97_2000x600.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!6dHe!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F89931b70-d497-4014-8e9d-f05a39da6b97_2000x600.png 424w, 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Whether that&#8217;s a promotion, pay rise, or complete career reinvention.</p><h3>What We Work On</h3><p>Each journey is bespoke, but most clients move through three core phases:</p><p><strong>1. Aspire &#8211; Setting the Vision</strong><br>Map out what success looks like for you. Define your professional identity, align your goals, and get clear on the outcomes that truly matter.</p><p><strong>2. Act &#8211; Building the Momentum</strong><br>Optimise your CV and LinkedIn profile, strengthen your visibility and communication, and build confidence through strategic self-advocacy.</p><p><strong>3. Achieve &#8211; Making It Happen</strong><br>Turn learning into leverage. Prepare for appraisals, navigate promotion conversations, and build long-term habits that sustain your growth.</p><p>This isn&#8217;t theory. It&#8217;s practical, actionable support designed for real working lives.</p><h3>Why It Works</h3><p>I&#8217;m not an outside coach guessing what it&#8217;s like in your shoes.<br>I&#8217;m an active C-Suite Executive Assistant with over 20 years of experience, still in the profession and mentoring others worldwide.</p><p>Every session combines empathy with evidence &#8212; real tools, frameworks, and language you can use immediately in the workplace.</p><p>&#9989; <strong>Relatable</strong> &#8211; I&#8217;ve been where you are<br>&#9989; <strong>Results-driven</strong> &#8211; Measurable progress you can track and show<br>&#9989; <strong>Flexible</strong> &#8211; Sessions built around your goals and schedule<br>&#9989; <strong>Proven</strong> &#8211; Clients have gained promotions, pay rises, and renewed clarity</p><h3>What Clients Say</h3><blockquote><p>&#8220;I could not have got to where I am without your help. You were instrumental in helping me navigate my next move.&#8221;</p><p>&#8220;Your session reignited my passion for personal branding &#8212; something I had let slip this year.&#8221;</p><p>&#8220;The way you combine enthusiasm with practical, relatable advice made such a difference.&#8221;</p></blockquote><h3>What You&#8217;ll Get</h3><ul><li><p>Six 1:1 sessions via Google Meet (&#163;540 total investment). <strong>The price will increase in 2026</strong></p></li><li><p>Lifetime access to your private resource hub (Friday Wins Tracker, templates, AI tools)</p></li><li><p>Session recordings for continued reflection</p></li><li><p>A clear, confidence-building roadmap to career advancement</p></li></ul><p>Corporate sponsorships are welcome. I provide <strong>business justification letters</strong> to help secure company-funded support.</p><h3>Who It&#8217;s For</h3><p>You&#8217;re an ideal fit if you&#8217;re:</p><ul><li><p>Ready to articulate your value and elevate your professional brand</p></li><li><p>Craving clarity about your next career move</p></li><li><p>Looking for accountability, structure, and encouragement from someone who gets it</p></li><li><p>Committed to doing the work between sessions to see tangible results</p></li></ul><h3>Ready to Begin?</h3><p>Book a free 30-minute introductory call to explore if this is the right fit for you. Just visit <a href="https://jodiemears.com/aspire-%26-achieve">MY WEBSITE HERE</a></p><p>&#128233; <strong>Send me a DM on Substack or my LinkedIn Profile </strong><br>&#128279; <strong>LinkedIn:</strong> <a href="https://linkedin.com/in/jodiemears">linkedin.com/in/jodiemears</a></p><blockquote><p>Let&#8217;s make your next move your best one yet.<br>Because when ambition meets action,  everything changes.</p></blockquote><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Q8VK!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff164fb6c-2467-4699-8dc7-b3fd3a87e325_2160x3840.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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