One-to-one coaching
One-to-one writing/drafting "coaching"
Who’s it for?
Professionals (lawyers and others) with a specific need or challenge
How does it work?
Cathy provides tailored, one-to-one support for anyone needing to strengthen their writing and drafting skills. A typical programme is three (usually virtual) sessions. Before the first session:
- It’s useful for Cathy to speak to the individual’s line manager to understand the objectives.
- The participant reviews a short section of our handbook covering the core theory, allowing the sessions to focus immediately on applying the theory.
- Participants also send anonymised samples of their writing in advance that Cathy analyses in detail, and they form the basis of the coaching.
We’ve had significant success with this approach because it gives clear, actionable guidance on how to develop skills. Participants have gained confidence, received positive feedback, and even secured promotions.
Virtual drop-in clinics ("office hours")
Who’s it for?
Organisations seeking flexible, on-demand writing coaching for their people
How does it work?
Businesses book a half or full-day block of short, virtual one-to-one sessions. Individuals sign up for a slot, submit writing samples in advance, and do a few pages of pre-reading from the manual that Cathy provides. Cathy reviews the work beforehand, and each session focuses on personalised tips and strategies. Participants often return for follow-up sessions to track and build on progress, creating real, measurable development over time.
“Thank you so much for all your help over the last month. I will remember your invaluable advice as I continue my career. You have really helped me gain back my confidence and strength, when I though it was lost.”
“In a very short amount of time, Cathy was able to point out a number of patterns in my writing and explain alternatives and things to consider. I really enjoyed the session and think it could be good to have these sessions annually.”
“I wasn’t sure what to expect and was very sceptical about what feedback could be given to me by a stranger who had only just read my work … She took a very holistic approach and considered me as an individual. I am very grateful for having had the opportunity to sit down with Cathy.”
Any questions?
Please get in touch for more information, or to discuss what you’re looking for.