More Testimonials

Hugh enlightened me as to how much of my productive life was left and it has empowered me in all aspects of my life. His method of coaching is gentle and reflective and something I have now incorporated into my everyday life making a huge difference to me and indeed my family.

Hugh has helped me improve my confidence and self belief as to what I can achieve in the next journey of my life – something I was very nervous and unsure of before.

The process was extremely enjoyable and I would whole heartedly recommend Hugh and taking this time for yourself and your future.

FIONA BELL, Founder and Owner, Their Nibs

“Hugh helped at a really crucial time for me. I reached out to Hugh when I was looking for help to figure out a few things, I didn’t feel down or particularly bad, but it was a very busy time and I felt confused and unsure of myself, I had been looking for a coach for a while. There was no judgement or direct answers just a process and practical way to help me figure it out myself (which I am still doing). I was lucky enough Hugh had worked in my industry and he was great at helping me realise a few truths and helped me slow it down. I am really grateful to Hugh and found it useful to speak to someone not in my immediate network or close to me. Hugh is a great person, really easy and someone who has lived experience which was really important to me.”

GREG FRENCH, Director & Founder at Westgarth Furniture / UK Furniture Agency

“When I started working with Hugh I had an itch that I couldn’t put my finger on. Things felt good in life, but not great. Over the weeks that we have worked together I have gained clarity on what lights me up, what matters most to me and how to achieve it. More than that I have truly enjoyed our time together, and feel inspired in ways that I didn’t expect from the conversations we have had. Thank you Hugh, it’s been a privilege to spend this time working with you.”

LUCY SLATER
Head of Marketing

“I have been a doctor for 28 years. Coaching with Hugh was extremely valuable to me. At the time I was going through a bereavement and I must say the care and compassion demonstrated by Hugh was what I needed most.

Hugh assumed a calm and logical approach and allowed me to see myself for what I was worth. Further to this to see he helped me realise how bright my future was in spite of my loss.

He gave me the confidence to analyse myself and to be grateful for all the things I have achieved and to be able to plan effectively to achieve my life goals. I will be forever grateful to Hugh.”

DR MUNITA GROVER

“I cannot recommend Hugh highly enough. I was not prepared for how transformative this experience has been. From the very first session, professional conundrums which I had been grappling with for several years became less overwhelming and the inertia I had been experiencing completely lifted. The thought of undertaking life coaching was for me, initially quite daunting but Hugh has an extraordinary ability to instantly make you feel at ease, genuinely listens to you and moreover is completely invested in helping you identify and understand what drives and defines your decision making processes.  He is encouraging, non-judgemental and hugely supportive at all times. I had so many Eureka moments in his sessions. Each time I came out his sessions feeling invigorated, lighter and gunning to make positive changes to my life. Hugh was most definitely my find of last year.”

LYNN BANOVIC
Art Teacher & Interior Designer

“The time I spent with Hugh as a Life Coach has been truly illuminating and rewarding. My tank of inspiration was running low and I was unable to see a clear way of changing things.  A friend recommended Hugh as someone to talk to and I am so happy they did. Hugh is insightful, encouraging and caring.  His process guided me to a point where I was able to view my circumstances with clarity and compassion - to identify the truly important things in my life. From there I was able to develop a plan to ensure that these remain at the centre of my life. I am now full of energy and positivity for the future and what it can bring. Thank you, Hugh!”

MARK WELCH
Business Intelligence Specialist

“I am so lucky to have found Hugh. I had been looking for quite some time for a life coach. I knew I was at a crossroads in my life both personally and professionally. I thoroughly enjoyed my sessions and really looked forward to them. Hugh is very kind and compassionate. He has encouraged me to be gentle with myself and to start to try and listen to my inner voice for guidance rather than over riding it due to the pressures and expectations of life. He has been instrumental in validating that I need to let the past go and focus on living in the moment and trusting that. So many ideas and experiences have opened up to me since working with Hugh. He has felt like a very safe place where I could let go and begin to open my mind to how vast the universe is and the endless opportunities out there for me.”

HEATHER McQUILLAN

Opera Singer

“From the beginning, Hugh was patient and curious enough to allow me to find my own way to his advice. If I had any reservations, he was able to hold them without losing course or momentum. There is no greater evidence of the honest commitment he has made to his work. Due to the flexibility that this enables we were able to come at our discussions from many different angles. Almost immediately I started to organise myself, become more specific about my vision and take small steps towards actualising it. With his guidance, these small steps began to feel more and more connected, both to where I started from and to I where I am heading. And, in addition, I began to find the seeds of growth in my current circumstances and appreciate the work I’d already done. Hugh has helped me to understand the connection between natural joy, practical action and remaining light hearted in the face of an obstacle. After a month or so of weekly sessions, I no longer saw the work as an attempt to discipline or change my behaviour, but instead began to feel that I was simply letting go of an unnecessary burden, shedding an old skin that I had outgrown, and ready to quietly step into the life that I’d already prepared the ground for.“

BRENDAN SIBLEY
Artist

“I had the privilege of working under Hugh’s leadership when I started my career in retail. 15 years later, Hugh’s leadership style and exceptional vision still inspires me today. Hugh’s ability to listen, identify opportunity, nurture and empower helps create an environment to thrive. Hugh’s authentic style enables him to build trust and create high performing teams. Hugh is bold and courageous, he inspires those around him to test, fail and learn. These values helped shape the leader I have become today. His encouragement helped me to take opportunities and believe in myself.” 

SARAH KEARNEY
Chief Digital Officer at The Warehouse Group, New Zealand. 

“I’ve had the pleasure of working for Hugh in two different companies. His understanding and appreciation of brand and creative functions allows for personal and team empowerment. With unhindered trust and by empowering and inspiring the individual to be the best version of themselves he allows the experts to deliver with confidence. It was because of his approach the offer of working with him for a second time was an easy decision. A move into Life Coaching seems like a natural progression.“

STEVE BRIARS
Creative Director The Conran Shop

“Before working with Hugh, I was stuck in middle management roles and felt I should have been further along in my career. Others hadn't seen my potential, which made me feel down and unmotivated to go to work and give my best. Hugh inspired and empowered me to believe in myself which enabled me to step up to a senior management level and grow professionally and personally. Hugh is approachable and is always there for you. I was previously quite passive when people weren’t treating me as well as they should do, Hugh helped me through this to become assertive and not allow people to take advantage. I very much enjoyed my time working with Hugh and certainly wouldn't be where I am in my career today without the guidance, support and advice he gave me.” 

SEB TARLETON
Commercial Director

“Hugh works with a great deal of sensitivity and positive attitude, underpinned by a very simple, straight forward but incredibly powerful approach based on acceptance of what is and self-compassion, rather than frustration for what not is and dismissal. The sessions are engaging but never overwhelming, focused but never rigid, and they will trigger a gradual but definite positive shift in your inner self from day 1.“

MATILDE VAZQUEZ
Vice President, Real Estate Finance Services

“Sessions with Hugh are truly life changing. Hugh helped me to focus on the present and future. He helped me overcome my fears caused by my thoughts. Without Hugh I would never have moved forward with my life. Each session was great and eye opening. Hugh is also a huge inspiration to me and he pushed me to do new things such as mediation that I know I would never have tried. I would highly recommend Hugh to everyone that really wants change in their lives.”

KRISTYNA GALDOVA

“Hugh is an incredibly inspirational, knowledgeable and caring Life Coach. Working with Hugh is truly transformational and I am so grateful that our paths have crossed.”

SARAH JANE COOPER
Risk Analyst