“Emma offers more than just a lesson on how to write a CV. She inspires students, makes them feel successful, so they go on to fulfil her positive predictions. They walk away with their heads held high and so do the staff that listen too!”
K. Clancy, Careers, Balcarras School, Cheltenham
“Students not only praised the value of the guidance that you offered but were also inspired by the professionalism with which the presentation was given. I even had one student ask if you had appeared on any of the TED talks as he felt your talk had the same inspirational power!”
A. Rodrigues, Head of Year 13, Cotswold School
“Thank you once again for such a vibrant and powerful session. Always such a pleasure to have you talk to our students.”
M. Woodward, Head of Careers, Bablake School, Coventry
“Past pupils returning to school have enthusiastically sung her praises and said that they have used what they learned from Emma when compiling their CV to apply for their first job after leaving university…the materials she produces are excellent and she is quickly able to engage with the pupils and spark their interest.”
David Fullerton, UCAS Consultant, Dean Close School
“…student feedback used words like ‘awesome’ and ‘it wasn’t just useful, it was brilliant’ so praise indeed for your input…”
J. King, Head of Sixth Form, Chipping Campden School
“There are very few adults (whether teachers or not) who could engage 70 individual 17-year olds spread in small groups over two days and receive nothing but positive comments. Students were engaged, informed, entertained and provided with excellent follow-up materials. I have no hesitation in asking Emma to repeat the training for us next year.”
M. Moir, Careers, Bloxham School
“…the advice on preparation, confidence and body language will be invaluable…”
Tori, Year 12 Student
“…inspiring (and reassuring!) talk…”
C. Radmann, Head of Sixth Form, Lord Wandsworth College, Hampshire
“Thanks once again for your insightful presentation… One of the teachers (listening) said “She was brilliant!”…”
D. de Bruyn, Assistant Head of Sixth Form, Sibford School
“Thank you so much again for the two fantastic presentations you gave last week. The pupils have said so many positive things about the CV and interviewing skills they have gained. I am absolutely delighted with the standard of CVs that they have submitted over the weekend.”
C. Evans, Head of Careers, Bloxham School
“…a great session, well received…”
“…punchy…best yet…”
J. Higgins, Careers, Rugby School
“… the very positive way [the students] reacted to and behaved with you was great feedback: they clearly really loved hearing you speak. You are a very gifted lady. Thank you for all you do.”
A. Stredwick, Head of Sixth Form, Westonbirt Girls School
“Thank you for helping William … it is just what he needs to give him the confidence to go back to his last year knowing he has got a splendid CV to hand out. It is so well written and presented and represents him perfectly. Thank you for spending the time to get to know him and the effort you have put in to producing his amazing CV”
Parent of William, undergraduate
“I am always so grateful when I find an excellent speaker. Your authoritative and compelling style ensured that the girls found the sessions both useful and memorable.”
F. Gunn, Head of Sixth Form, Our Lady’s Abingdon
“They listen to you because you’re not a ‘teacher’ and take notice because you come from the ‘real’ world of work’… you never speak down to them but treat them as adults and they respond to you very positively”
M. Phillips, Head of Sixth Form, Westonbirt Girls School
“Emma dispelled all the myths and calmed the fears surrounding CV writing, which will no doubt be beneficial in our near futures, helping us make a positive and dynamic entrance into the world of work”
Year 12 Student, Bablake School, Coventry
“The CV looks awesome and I’m absolutely thrilled with it! Very confident in finding something I’m really going to enjoy.”
Cameron, aged 24
“I LOVE IT.… A great update…it feels like me and I don’t feel like I am exaggerating or amplifying anything I have done…”
Eleanor, Graduate
“It is sometimes an unknown quantity having an external speaker come into school but you instantly made students (and sixth form staff!) feel relaxed, informed and confident after your session. All of the students thought you were both excellent and inspiring in terms of your delivery style, content and skill-set…”
A. Curtis, Careers, Stonar School, Wiltshire
“I have worked with Emma for a number of years and have always been impressed with how she engages with young people, gives them relevant and sound advice, and delivers her messages in a clear and memorable way”
C. Oates, Careers, Warwick School
“Your interview advice really was helpful, and I even managed to apply your negotiating skills when salary came up!”
Jack, Graduate, aged 21
“The girls enjoyed your presentation and learned an enormous amount... How refreshing, too, not to have to worry about IT! It was lovely to have someone who does not rely on slides!”
C. Varney, Careers, Tudor Hall School
“…the girls were overwhelmingly positive about your session. I also thoroughly enjoyed it!”
D. Morgan, Head of Sixth Form, The Kingsley School, Leamington Spa
“Thank you for your lovely comments about Susie. You have been incredibly helpful to her and certainly boosted her confidence without a doubt! She has always been so unconvinced of her abilities. The CV looks superb.”
Parent of Susie, undergraduate
“Thank you for the beautifully presented CVs which arrived in perfect condition. I would also like to thank you very much for all the additional advice and encouragement; you really do provide an excellent, professional and caring service.”
Sue, aged 50
“…a very valuable and informative experience for the students…feedback was very positive…”
R. Mehtar, Sixth Form Administrator, Farmor’s School, Gloucestershire
“I wanted to thank you for Theo’s CV... He enjoyed the experience and was very pleased with the outcome. It has enthused him and he has started writing letters to apply for internships/placements. He is essentially quite shy so I think that having a strong CV that accentuates his positives will really help.”
Parent of Theo, undergraduate
“Actually told us what to do and not to do”
Year 13 Student, Pipers Corner School, Buckinghamshire