Testimonials

"I used to have it all figured out. Work, home, a social life, more work - and it all balanced beautifully. Then I had a baby. Suddenly my balance was thrown into complete disarray by a tiny little person who was more demanding than any client and no more able to explain what they wanted than half the managers I had worked with. When Baby was 14 weeks old, I came back to work. Baby stayed at home with my husband and I struggled to regain the balance I once had without dropping any of the 50 balls I was trying to juggle simultaneously.

The supermum career woman I thought I would be seemed to be a figment of the imagination - how anyone could meet their career goals and have quality time with their family without losing their mind or even more sleep was beyond me.

Then I started working with Jen Brice of Akira coaching. At this point, everything started to change for the better. Not only was the company I worked for prepared to make this investment in me, I was able to see how I could take the time to invest in myself without feeling like I was short-changing my family or my career. In fact, working with Jen has helped me to see the need for this investment so that I can achieve and maintain the balance I'm seeking. For any company that values their working Mums and any new working Mum that values themselves, Akira Coaching is an invaluable addition to the toolkit that will reap benefits for years to come."

Development Advisor, National Australia Bank

"The Akira Coaching Program assisted my transition back to work after maternity leave by creating time and space to reflect on the issues confronting my life. It helped me to consider and choose actions that will positively influence my life and are aligned with my values and objectives."

Jenna, Manager, Not for profit organisation

"The Akira Coaching program provided tools that enabled me to prioritise my needs and the needs of my family. I can now identify what is most important to me and ensure that these things are not overlooked in my everyday life.

The tools have enabled me to prioritise my work activities. I am no longer staying back at work. I’m not rushed to complete every task, I know what is urgent, what is important and what can wait. This has made me a better team leader, I know my team can rely on me to perform."

Anita, Team Leader
Not for profit organisation

"I have found my coaching sessions with Jen Brice following my return to work after maternity leave to be of great assistance, both professionally and personally.

Jen was very practical and provided me with effective tools to look at a whole spectrum of issues that face women when they return to work after maternity leave

Jen's approach addresses both work and personal issues, and I found this to be particularly helpful for me. Achieving a good work/life balance is a big challenge for a working mum with a small bub, and Jen has been a great sounding board in helping me identify areas that are issues for me, as well as providing me with simple but thought-provoking tools to help me reach solutions that will work for me.

Working with Jen has been a great support in my return to work, she has been invaluable in helping me clarify personal and professional goals in my changed circumstances. I am thrilled I have been able to participate in Jen's program and would highly recommend it as a program that organisations should consider offering to woman returning from maternity leave."

Communications Officer
Not for profit organisation