Client: Chioma Rita
Sector: Engineering/Chemical
The Challenge
Chioma Rita is a Project Lead based in Teesside within the Engineering Industry. She identified a gap in her skillset that was needed to further develop her career and decided to pursue a mentoring relationship for additional professional development. After meeting Jessica Williams at several events, Chioma explored the Just Williams website and discovered the mentoring programme. Impressed by Jessica’s confidence and expertise in personal branding, Chioma decided to engage in a one-to-one mentoring programme.
Learning Objectives/Ambitions
- To support personal brand and persona
- To develop self-belief
- To build confidence in her own achievements and self-awareness
The Solution
The programme began with an initial consultation, followed by three one-to-one sessions over a three-month period, with a clear set of objectives and monitored deliverables from the outset.
Before each session, Chioma was given assignments to reflect on, helping her explore key aspects of her career, values, and experiences. The sessions delved deeply into these reflections, with Jessica guiding her to understand how her previous achievements, personal values and career goals intertwined.
The Results
Jessica’s approach encouraged Chioma to engage in self-reflection, a process that was at times uncomfortable but essential for growth. Jessica challenged Chioma to confront areas she would typically avoid, ensuring she thoughtfully processed each task.
What set this programme apart for Chioma was its personalisation. Jessica took the time to understand not only Chioma’s professional aspirations but also her personal circumstances, including her family life and work-life balance. The recommendations were tailored to fit Chioma’s daily routine, making the process more manageable and less daunting.
As the sessions progressed, Chioma noticed a shift in her confidence. The mentoring programme helped Chioma achieve her initial goals, but the journey didn’t end there. While Jessica was instrumental in guiding her, Chioma recognised that self-development is a continuous process. She continues to apply the insights gained from her sessions, learning more about herself as she moves forward in her career.
Outcomes
- Improved self-awareness and ability to set boundaries
- Developed a strong CV, effectively demonstrating her achievements to potential employers
Impact:
- Chioma is more at ease with herself and can create realistic objectives while appreciating past successes
- She secured more interview opportunities and approached them with greater confidence and self-assurance
- She is better able to communicate her achievements clearly and confidently
Client Feedback
“From the outset, I had an idea of what I wanted to achieve but struggled with how to get there.
“By the end, I felt empowered to apply for roles I wouldn’t have previously considered. More importantly, I have gained a better understanding of myself, by learning to tune into my emotions and recognise why I felt the way I did throughout my day.
Jessica’s support gave me the push I needed, and I will use the tools that I have acquired to continue to shape my professional growth for years to come.
It’s a great programme for anyone looking to discover themselves and make progress in their personal and professional life. It’s the perfect place to start. The sessions help you think more deeply than you normally would, allowing you to realise what matters most. You can then apply that understanding to your career or any other aspect of your life.”