Do you need career coaching?
Meet us
Based in the beautiful West Country, we work both in person and virtually with a wide range of clients across the UK, regularly traveling to London. Internationally, we've supported individuals and organisations in the US, New Zealand, France, Spain, Portugal, Thailand, and more.
When you work with Flourish, you get to tap into decades of recruitment experience as well as our network of thousands of head-hunters and professionals.
Accreditations
Accredited Award in Coach Training
Licensed CCS Career Coach
Strengths Profile Practitioner
Carolyn Howitt
07477 875 764
carolyn@helpmeflourish.co.uk
And you may ask yourself: how did I get here?
I love listening to the problems that people bring and helping them explore solutions. There is a no ‘hard sell’ with career coaching – you either need it or you don’t!
I have had several of my own major career shifts. I started out as a teacher who transitioned into museum education, then made a big mid-life pivot into financial sector headhunting, before setting up my own research business and finally training as a career coach. This broad experience helps me to understand clients from a range of backgrounds.
I enjoyed each of my jobs, but moved on every time by reacting to circumstances, both good and challenging. It was only becoming a career coach that I properly planned! So many people just ‘find’ themselves in a job, having life happen to them. I know first-hand how satisfying it feels to finally seize the steering wheel of your own career.
I have two neurodivergent young adult children and especially enjoy working with people whose brains are wired a bit differently. I am particularly proud of my top strength of Unconditionality: together we will tailor your personal career journey uniquely to you, without judgement or comparison with others.
“Everyone needs a Carolyn in their life!”
ST, Visual Merchandiser
People seeking to leave education or headhunting; neurodivergent adults (dyslexia, autism spectrum, ADHD, dyspraxia), career moves into and out of the commercial sector, helping people set up as freelancers. Experience across sectors including charities, law, media & advertising, government/civil service, project management, marketing & PR, publishing and healthcare.
I am a confidence-building specialist who enjoys setting young people on the right path, supporting professionals to pivot mid-career and helping experienced workers whose careers no longer bring them fulfilment.
Qualifications
I am an accredited Career Coach, accredited Strengths Profile practitioner, and have taken courses on coaching neurodivergent clients. I have a Master’s degree in Education from UCL.
"Carolyn has changed my life. I had so many interviews and offers because of the help she gave me.”
J-HW, Senior NHS Administrator
Chilli growing, paddleboarding, meals out, yoga, swimming and dancing (mainly in my sitting room these days)
"What truly sets Carolyn apart is her commitment to fostering confidence and self-awareness."
ZMS, Global Headhunter, Portfolio Management & Trading
I’m no stranger to change.
It took me a long time to figure out what I wanted to do “when I grew up” — and in truth, that journey is still evolving. After a successful 20-year career in executive search, I discovered my passion for career coaching, where I’ve found meaningful, purpose-driven work.
My background spans starting and running businesses, earning a Master’s in Psychology as a mature student, and navigating numerous personal and professional transitions. I draw on all of this to offer grounded, practical support to people who are navigating or initiating change.
What drives me is a deep curiosity about people. I have a natural empathy and ability to see the complexity in each individual — rarely is anything black and white. We all carry a unique blend of experiences, responsibilities, and aspirations that shape how we see our choices, define our priorities, and connect with our potential.
As an accredited coach in an industry that is largely (and worryingly!) unregulated, I place a high value on delivering coaching that is insightful, impactful, and truly relevant to today’s professional landscape.
Whether you're a new graduate just starting out or a professional looking to make a major career shift or simply adjust your course, I’m here to guide you with the right support at the right time. Because change doesn’t always require an overhaul — sometimes, the smallest shifts lead to the most meaningful transformations.
“Leonora is a great motivator, a smart advisor and she delivers it all with energy and vim. I was successful with the first role I applied for, which was one that I really wanted. I start next week.”
PL, Head of Consumer Insight
Graduates entering the world of work, women returning to work, Partner case preparation, C-Suite, aspiring NEDs, creating portfolio careers.
Experience across finance, law, FMCG, retail, Life Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Construction, STEM, Media and more.
Qualifications
I’m a qualified Career Coach and veteran headhunter, with a Master’s in Psychology from the University of Edinburgh and a deep understanding of the whole individual, including neurodiversity.
"Leonora is an excellent career coach, a veritable force of nature, and a whole lot of fun. She re-energised me when I needed it.”
SG, Brand Strategist & Facilitator
Keeping three small children alive along with three Shetlands, four entirely pointless goats, two even more pointless sheep and two badly trained dogs. The cats see me as staff. Yoga, Pilates, watercolour painting, rugby and all Landrover Defenders especially Cypress my Series 2.
“I feel like I could run through a brick wall after that pep talk. I would literally follow Leonora into battle.”
Andrew
Leonora Noad
07714 342 388
leonora@helpmeflourish.co.uk