The Employment & Career Coach

12/06/2026

Looking for support with your career, CV, LinkedIn profile or job search?

I'm an Employment & Career Coach helping people across the UK with:

✅ CV writing
✅ LinkedIn profiles
✅ Interview preparation
✅ Career changes
✅ Graduate support
✅ Returning to work
✅ Self-employment guidance

I also share insights on safeguarding, leadership and employability.

Connect with me on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bev-nickson/

An accomplished Employment & Career Coach, Professional Mentor, Specialist Employment &… · Experience: Serco · Location: Greater Preston Area · 500+ connections on LinkedIn. View Bev Nickson MIEP’s profile on LinkedIn, a professional community of 1 billion members.

12/06/2026

Looking back on this photo, I was reminded how much I’ve always admired Jamelia 💜

Not just for her music and television career, but for the way she has consistently used her voice to support women and speak openly about important issues. Through her work with charities such as Refuge and ActionAid UK , and by sharing her own experiences, she has helped empower so many women.

I met her seven years ago this week while volunteering at a Pregnant Then Screwed event, and she was every bit as lovely and inspiring in person.

Seven years later, I’m still passionate about safeguarding and supporting victims through my professional work, volunteering and campaigning.

Alongside my work as a Professional Mentor and Career Coach, I’m currently dedicating my volunteer time to leading the Bev Nickson ChangeTheCheck campaign, calling for civil orders linked to stalking, harassment and coercive control to be considered within the DBS system to strengthen safeguarding and help close dangerous loopholes involving people in positions of trust.

Because safeguarding should be preventative, not reactive.

And women supporting women will never go out of style. 💜

12/06/2026

✨ Do you look forward to Friday… or Monday?

So many people spend their weekends worrying about work, dreading Sunday evenings, or feeling stuck in a career that no longer makes them happy.

But it doesn’t have to be that way.

As an Employment and Career Coach, I help people:

✔️ Create professional CVs
✔️ Write standout cover letters
✔️ Improve interview confidence
✔️ Optimise LinkedIn profiles
✔️ Develop effective job search strategies
✔️ Plan their next career move

Whether you’re looking for a new job, returning to work, changing careers or simply wanting more confidence, I’d love to help.

Because life is too short to spend every weekend dreading Monday.

Happy Friday! ☀️

📩 Feel free to message me for a free, no-obligation chat.

10/02/2026

Why I support working from home and hybrid working

Flexible working isn’t about convenience — it’s about effectiveness, inclusion, and sustainability.

For many roles, working from home or in a hybrid way delivers real benefits:
• Better work–life balance, particularly for parents, carers, and those with health needs
• Increased productivity with fewer unnecessary distractions
• Reduced stress, burnout, and sickness absence
• Greater access to employment for disabled people and those with long-term conditions
• Lower commuting costs and a positive impact on the environment
• Improved staff retention and access to a wider, more diverse talent pool
• Reduced overheads for businesses
• Clear evidence since COVID that many roles can be performed effectively outside a traditional office
• Support for regional equality, rather than concentrating opportunity in expensive city centres

Crucially, decisions about whether someone works from home, hybrid, or in an office should sit with employers and employees, based on the role, performance, and individual circumstances — not imposed by politicians who aren’t part of that working relationship.

28/01/2026

🌟 Service Update – Exciting Things Ahead! 🌟

Due to unforeseen circumstances, our employment and career coaching services, including support to help people find the right job or progress in their careers, will be taking a short pause. But don’t worry – this is just temporary!

We’ll be back in mid-February, ready to offer even more support to help you succeed in your career journey. We will be back with updated resources to help you stand out, including:
• Professionally tailored CVs and cover letters
• Effective job searching strategies
• Guidance and support with job applications
• Interview techniques to boost your confidence
• Tips for improving your LinkedIn profile and networking skills

Thank you for your understanding and continued trust. We can’t wait to reconnect with you and help make 2026 a year full of career growth and success! 💼✨

07/01/2026

✨ New year, fresh career energy! 🇬🇧
If you’re struggling to land interviews or feeling stuck in a role that doesn’t light you up, you’re not alone.

I’m sharing free, UK‑focused career guidance — from CVs and cover letters to job search strategy, LinkedIn, interview prep, and long‑term career planning.

Follow along for practical tips to help you secure your next role and build a career you’re proud of 💼✨

05/12/2025

Back in 2013, I had the privilege of working as a Job Coach in Manchester for a contract supporting individuals who had long term barriers to find employment and build confidence in challenging circumstances. One client I supported was a lone parent caring for his son while also navigating the impact of domestic violence. Despite these difficulties, and living with disability, he showed incredible resilience and determination.

Today, more than a decade later, he reached out to me again. His son is now 17, and as his caring responsibilities have ceased, he is ready to re‑enter the workforce and has not had any success over the passed year.

He said: “You are the best Job Coach I ever had. You believed in me when I was struggling as a disabled lone parent, caring for my son and overcoming difficult times. Now that my caring role has ended, I’m ready to move forward to a job, and I’m grateful you’re helping me again with my CV and employment advice”.

I’m honoured to be helping him once more by updating his CV, free of charge.
As I often say, sometimes it feel nice do something for others simply because we care.

This reminds me why I do what I do: supporting people to overcome barriers, rebuild their lives, and move forward with dignity and hope.

Happy Friday everyone! ❤️

01/12/2025

✨ Career pivots are powerful when every skill and achievement is brought to light.
I recently supported a private client who wants to move a career in healthcare into the creative sector.

After working together on their CV, they shared this:

“Thanks Bev, for your positive encouragement. Going to apply this week, with the amazing CV you have done for me. Definitely gives me more confidence. 😊”

This is exactly why I love CV and portfolio development, extracting every skill, every piece of experience, and shaping it into something that works.

Helping people see the value in their journey, whether clinical, creative, or community‑based, is what makes applications stand out.

If you’re considering a career change, remember: your skills are transferable, your story matters, and the right framing can open new doors.

Ready to pivot or polish your CV?
If you're exploring a career change, stepping into creative work, or simply want your skills to shine more clearly, I offer free telephone consultations to help you get started.

Let’s uncover your strengths and shape something that truly works for you.
DM to book your free call.

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26/11/2025

✨ Nothing makes me happier than seeing my clients shine! ✨

I just helped a client with their first draft of a new CV and this was their response:

“Thank you for this. It’s brilliant. 🤩”

It’s moments like these that remind me why I do what I do, helping people feel confident, prepared, and ready to land their dream job. 💼

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, let’s work together to make your CV stand out! 💪

21/11/2025

“I’ve got a new job!” I will never tire of those magical emails 🙌

Over the last couple of weeks, I’ve been supporting a client who wanted to step up in his career but wasn’t sure how to showcase his strengths.

We rebuilt his CV from the ground up, highlighting his skills, values, behaviours, professionalism and commitment.

After what should have been a multi-stage interview process, he had just one interview and then imposter syndrome hit hard. I reminded him that self-doubt often appears right when we’re growing.

Today, only a few short weeks after we started working together, he’s achieved more than the outcome he hoped for…he’s secured a fantastic new role.

I’m thrilled for him and honoured he trusted me to support him. These wins are exactly why I do what I do.

If you’re ready for a career move and want support with your CV, confidence, interviews or job search, get in touch with me!

I’d love to help you get results too.