Coaching with Carla
Working in charity leadership for over a decade, I have seen the challenges charity professionals face. From the growing pains of a small charity to transitioning from founder-led and all the challenges that come with fundraising, recruitment and governance. Within each of these challenges, I have found my skills and the greatest joy to be supporting the growth of individuals. Because as each person grows, so does the team, the organisation and as such the impact.
I help you overcome challenges and to understand the path to achieving your goal, taking an encouraging, supportive and honest approach to coaching with you.
When not coaching you'll find me outside, walking, paddle boarding or skiing, if possible. I am a great believer in creating balance and for me the outdoors is a key part of that.
“Carla was a voice of reason and clarity that helped me think through some challenging career questions. With her reactive and creative mentoring I changed how I positioned myself which has led to a new and exciting role."
Lindsey Sheilds
What is coaching?
Coaching works by holding space for you to focus on your future. This could be working on a goal, making a change or helping you identify your personal goal and direction. As the coach, I listen, ask pertinent questions and share helpful observations. Enabling you to reflect on your practices and identify the best way forward. Helping you to achieve your definition of success.
Leadership
Leadership comes from within you. You may be an experienced leader who is facing a new and unexpected problem or new to leadership. Coaching can help you identify who you are as a leader and how you can use the best of you to get the best for others.
Personal development
We will explore your ambitions and work together to enhance your performance to make the change you want to see. Helping you to identify your strengths and values, whilst unlocking barriers along the way. Giving you a clear vision of the path ahead.
Career direction
We can often fall into a career path and years down the line pop our heads up and think "this doesn't fit me anymore, but where next". Or maybe we are at the beginning and have no idea where to start. Coaching can help unravel thoughts and help create a clear path ahead.
Coaching programmes
🌱 Reclaim
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A focused 12-week coaching programme designed to help you regain energy, confidence, and clarity. Reclaim is perfect for charity professionals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of their next step — whether through change, burnout, or imposter syndrome. Together, we’ll create the space to reconnect with yourself, uncover what you truly need and want, and make sense of your situation so you can move forward with renewed strength.
What’s included:
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30-minute introductory call
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Pre-coaching questionnaire to establish focus
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6 × 1-hour 1:1 online coaching sessions, tailored to your needs
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Structured sessions to work towards a personalised goal
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Additional resources and support as requested and appropriate
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🌿 Navigate
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A 6- or 12-month coaching and mentoring journey that supports you as you navigate challenges, decisions, and opportunities in the charity sector. Navigate offers longer-term development and is ideal if you’ve recently stepped into a new role, are experiencing a big transition, or simply want a trusted sounding board to walk alongside you. This is a space to explore your leadership, gain clarity in decision-making, and grow with confidence.
What’s included:
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30-minute compatibility call
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Pre-coaching questionnaire to establish focus
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6 or 12 × 1-hour 1:1 online coaching sessions, personalised to your needs
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Flexible focus: work towards a specific goal or receive ongoing support for emerging challenges
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Additional resources and support as requested
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🌳 Collaborate
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An ongoing mentoring and support partnership for small charity leaders, offering 7 hours of flexible time each month. Collaborate acts as a co-pilot — someone you can turn to when leading feels full-on or lonely. Whether you’re an experienced leader facing fresh challenges, or new to leadership and finding your feet, this coaching helps you strengthen both your organisation and your personal leadership. Leadership begins within, and Collaborate gives you the tools and support to bring out the best in yourself and others.
What’s included:
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7 hours per month of flexible support (coaching, mentoring)
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Can be used by you or shared across your team
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Support may include: reviewing business or succession plans, professional development for team members, team-building facilitation, or managing burnout
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A sounding board and guide through the challenges of small charity leadership
