I’m Kate,

I am the founder of Airhead and an experienced personal and professional coach.​

For over 20 years, I worked in large organisations shaping strategy, leading change, burning the midnight oil and helping others do the same. I have felt the thrill of that world and know how rewarding it can be, but have also been through the very real struggle of balancing work and home life. I have felt overwhelmed, ill and lost sight of what really matters. During these times I have drawn great strength and perspective from being outdoors, whether that be summiting a mountain or drinking tea in the garden.​


Knowing that friends and colleagues also felt that pressure, and believing I could help, inspired me to build Airhead. Using my strengths as a powerful communicator, insightful coach and lover of the outdoors enables me to help people regain confidence and find meaning in their life and work. I love to focus on strengths and use them to their greatest effect. I encourage you to do more of what you are good at, and of what you love.

My passion for coaching really ignited as a result of leading large scale change in both the corporate world and the NHS. I create bespoke packages that ignite a passion in your workforce and help overcome barriers and drive engagement. I challenge limiting thought processes, reset behaviours and instil a focus that unites people and helps them see what unique and powerful skills they bring to the team. It is my mission to stop people being sad at work and to build a sense of legitimacy that results in a full and valuable contribution every day.

Whilst I always try and bring a sense of the outdoors into all the work I do, I also love to work and coach in my 1989 VW Caravelle Farley. He is a truly special vehicle, and when a tromp through the wind and rain just seems a step too far, a cuppa and a biscuit in this cosy space is just the reset you need. Just parking up in your staff carpark and offering coaching sessions for your teams can be a great way to support stressed out, flagging colleagues – it’s a neutral space where you can get away from the stresses of home or work and relax.

Meet Farley.

 

There is so much evidence to show how important being in nature is for our mind and body and I encourage people to take time in natural spaces and feel at ease.

Being based in the Surrey Hills, I frequently take clients out walking, which I believe to be a powerful way of coaching—in both personal and corporate work.

 

 “We all need a bit of support to be our best. I create professional, productive, candid and enjoyable environments to work in.”