BE THE CHANGE you want to see in yourself and your world.
“Yvonne is responsible for some of my biggest lightbulb moments and she's also been instrumental in knowing my worth as a professional. Working with Yvonne will leave you feeling empowered and inspired. ”
Amy Billington - Director, Lucky 8 PR
I'm Yvonne, and I've been a change maker for over 40 years. My focus is on helping individuals, creatives businesses, and social enterprises bring about the changes they desire in their personal lives, work, and in the world.
My approach involves finely-tuned skills in coaching, mentoring, and facilitation. I've had the privilege of working with a wide spectrum of clients, ranging from startups to established organisations with turnovers of up to 30 million.
Additionally, I've collaborated with numerous inspiring charities dedicated to making our world a better place by embodying the change they wish to see.
My passion lies in nurturing and guiding the individuals who are the heartbeat of each organisation. Lately, I've been delving into advisory work within the realms of circular economy and doughnut economics, aiming to foster sustainable and inclusive practices.
I'm increasingly involved in developing specialised workshops and coaching programs in the mental health sphere, recognising the importance of addressing these issues in today's world.
I also serve as a Non-Executive Director (NED) for companies and organisations, both in paid and voluntary capacities, providing oversight and support to boards and decision-makers. My clients appreciate my independent problem-solving approach and willingness to challenge the status quo when necessary.
Having been an early pioneer in the social enterprise world, I've established myself as a leading advisor on the effective application of commercial, strategies, and leadership within the third sector.
In 2004, I developed the award-winning Branding Workshop methodology to apply corporate brand strategies to small and medium-sized businesses. In 2018, I introduced The Zen of Business, a practice merging ancient wisdom with contemporary methods to assist businesses and the international coaching community.
Transferring my facilitation skills from the business sector, I've ventured into peace-building efforts, supporting NGOs in conflict resolution. Notably, I facilitated an international peace conference hosted at the Berlin Foreign Ministry to bolster the UN 1325 peace accord and in Athens at the Forward Global Women Middle Eastern peace conference.
Despite predominantly working in commercial spheres throughout my career, I've consistently maintained a passion for creativity and mindfulness rooted in Zen traditions. Over my 40-year creative journey, I've produced work inspired by diverse situations, with a particular focus on landscape, contemporary issues such as peace-building, feminist critiques of domesticity, and reflections on contemplative traditions.
I believe that integrating all aspects of my career and my deep interest in humanity, alongside my study of Zen, enables me to be fully present in my client interactions and creative endeavours. I am grateful for the opportunity to support my clients in achieving their aspirations in any way possible.
Learn my methods
To make my work fully available to others who cannot attend my courses I have written two books so that you can do the exercises at home.
“One of the criticisms I’ve faced over the years is that I’m not aggressive enough or assertive enough, or maybe somehow, because I’m empathetic, it means I’m weak. I totally rebel against that. I refuse to believe that you cannot be both compassionate and strong.”
- Jacinda Ardern
What I can do for you
Zen in business
I believe business can create a better world.
Bringing zen to your business is about inspiring you to bring more awareness, kindness and wisdom to you, your business and the world to harmonise your working practices. Learn more
The wisdom of the body
At the core of the Tamalpa Life/Art process is an integrated method that delves into the body’s wisdom through movement and by imagination. Somatic coaching connection between art and life holds immense potential for change, healing and transformation. Learn more
Slow stitch brings together my practice of meditation and my passion for textile art. I teach it in a variety of locations including working with those struggling with their mental health. Our 35k strong community is where we share our slow stitch passion. Learn more
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