Testimonials

Real stories from real people

Welcome to our testimonials page! Here you’ll find genuine experiences shared by people we’ve had the pleasure of working with. From business owners to students, and everyone in between, these stories cover all sorts of journeys – whether it’s nailing that big interview, enhancing a LinkedIn profile, or discovering hidden talents. Browse through the categories below to see how we’ve helped people just like you take their next big step.

“I wanted to thank you for the fantastic help and support you have provided me with whilst I have been in the process of reassessing my career options. I have found your approach to careers counselling has far surpassed my expectations; not only have I learned about what careers would suit my abilities and interests, I have also learned so much about myself which I feel I can apply to all aspects of my life.   In the past I have paid for careers programmes, but none have had the friendly, flexible, and tailored approach you offer. I have been so pleased with my experience I have recommended you to all my friends and colleagues”.   

Ranjit

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Frustrated office worker to return to study an MSc

“The MBTI Step 2 report and your feedback call helped me to identify my strengths and weakness even better. You helped me to realize who I am and how I can use my strengths in my life. The consultation and the reports have made me understand which career paths suit me. This was my biggest problem before. I don’t want to make it sound like a bragging but after the reports and the call I have been a happier person, because I am using my strengths and trying to make my weakness better”.  

Mehmet Onatli

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Sweden

“I am so glad we found Denise Taylor online! We were looking for someone to help our teenage son to find his way forward. We were aware of the Highlands Ability Battery because our daughter used them previously. We were very impressed with Denise’s personal and professional manner of working with our son. I only wish we had known about Denise before; I am sure our daughter would have received much more from the process had she used Denise”. 

Dave

“Thank you for everything, I was really pleased with my performance yesterday even if don’t get to the next stage I came away feeling very positive.” 

Sharon Atherton

“Good news - I got the job! The whole process was a bit delayed, but I started in July, and it’s going well. They’re currently recruiting 2 more people so it’s bringing back interview memories! Thanks a lot for all your help!”

Kiri

“I was impressed with your relaxed and informal, yet very thorough approach. I felt that you always gave me your full attention during these meetings. The comprehensive testing at the start of the process, especially the Highlands Ability Test gave me a valuable insight into the kind of person I am. Following on from this, the way in which you guided me through the test results and helped me to come up with a workable plan was excellent. Your detailed understanding of how our personality types affect our working lives was extremely useful here. I also liked the emphasis you put on considering leisure pursuits to satisfy abilities which may not be fully used in our work”.   

Andrew

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Setting up own company as Quantity Surveyor and Building Cost Consultant 

“I found my session with you extremely helpful. You listen attentively, turned negative thoughts into positive ones and helped me see there was some light at the end of the tunnel. You helped me extract the important information from my muddled mind and made very useful suggestions for possible future jobs. I found the whole experience, motivating, confidence building, informative and fun!”

Louise Jennings

“From our first conversation on the telephone I felt comfortable and able to talk openly and honestly about the way I felt and what I was looking for. I learnt so much about myself using the online tests along with your skilled interpretations. Almost a year on I am still applying what I learned and considering your advice as I take each step towards a new career and a much more sustainable work life balance”.

Fiona

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teacher to Estate Agent

“I found you a powerful listener who asked thought provoking questions” .

Emily J

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London

“The reports were great, I have taken the MBTI several times over the past 20+ years and never has the feedback been as helpful as this. Denise, you have given me a better understanding of how my temperament affects both my business and personal life. I believe your personal touch and the explanation of the “MBTI Step 2″ has made the difference because of better identifying my strengths and my weaknesses. I really enjoyed when you showed me how I can use the personality traits that are not dominant (traits) to better communicate and make decisions. Very interesting stuff and I find myself already using it in practical application. Sound like an INTJ don’t I?”

Bill Robertson

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USA