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Please take a moment to read this before hiring Jacqui.

How long have you been doing what you do and how did you get to be a Corporate Career Escape Route Expert?

That’s a really good question, it maybe helpful to share a little of my story and my defining moment which resulted in me turning around my business life to where I am today, coaching clients just like you on exactly what to do to get out of an unfulfillling role and into starting their own venture successfully.
That defining moment in my life happened in 1999. I had one too many days on the M25 stuck in traffic, late for an appointment through no fault of my own, the phone was ringing constantly, my manager was on my back all the time, my account base had doubled and I was fed up eating business banquets with people I hated. So I decided to be brave and quit my corporate sales job to go self employed. This was not an easy decision, I spent hours agonising over what to do - let go of the fat salary and company perks in favour of my own sanity and health. I had to weigh up whether panic attacks and sleepless nights were going to win or the taste of freedom and a leap out into the unknown world of being my own boss. In the end my health and sanity won, I am so grateful now that I took that decision, even though the early days of being self employed bought on their own stresses!
I kept telling myself this was a better way to work, I was glad to be self employed but there were days when I wondered "What on earth have I gone and done? Why did I leave my well-paid corporate job just to struggle to get business? I had set up as a therapist in my haste to get out of the proper job. I was soon to find out that was not the smartest move for me as most therapy clients came and fell asleep on my couch, I got lonely as I had nobody to talk to! I soon knew I had to do adapt and do something radical and fast to change my business.

I did feel like a millionaire each Monday morning whilst I walked the dog over the field whilst everyone else I knew queued in traffic commuting to work! My lonliness was problematic I even resorted to going along to many networking groups but none seemed a good fit for me. I even ran 4 of my own at one point! Eventually I decided to train as a coach using my own skills and experience to help other corporate career casualties all desperate to escape the daily grind and rat race.

I decided to immerse myself into learning and training first as a therapist, then a coach, NLP Master and accredited business advisor and trainer. I developed an avid desire to find out how best serve people like me to be able to make the successful transition of moving from a corporate role into creating a successful business so I read, studied, attended courses to learn their secrets (infact I still do now!) Each time I told myself, “I can do this” I can then show others how to.

It is my privilege now to be able to empower others struggling to cope with corporate pressure. Showing them there is a definite escape route, you don't have to put up with this crap! There is another way. My one woman crusade to hold open the door to free these corporate casualties has become my driving mission. I take great pleasure these days telling other how I guess I am totally unemployable as I won't put up with office politisc, being treated disrespectfully and being forced to work with company idiots who can't see further than the ends of their noises (or bosses backside)

I use my given talent and ability spot solutions to these peoples problems (both business and personal!), many say to me “it’s ok for you, you’re confident, you find it easy” it was the very opposite of what was actually happening. It was never easy, simple yes but never easy. I had just learned how to take a very practical ‘hands on’ approach to getting business done in a successful way. It was also my approach in corporate life, just the politics of being a woman in a mans world got in the way there!

I say practice makes perfect and all I was doing was learning and growing. The thing that I enjoyed MOST about my work was seeing the ‘aha’ moments for my clients when they too realized that they could get out of unfulfilling jobs, and embark on building their own successful business by implementing the self same techniques that I was using and showing them.
I am now focused and committed to working with struggling corporate employees who desperately want to escape because they feel crushed, emotionally, mentally and are physically exhausted, they just want to find a new way to do business whether in an alternative career or by going self-employed.
I've worked with around a thousand clients, spoken in front of many groups, and have created The Confidence to Quit Your Career Programme™; a series of important step to changing your career to go self employed which new start ups need to apply to rapidly get more clients and profit in their business.

Who are your clients exactly?

I work with professional people in corporate jobs who want to move and go self employed. They may be extremely good at what they do, but uncertain how to create a new business. They may be facing stress which impacts their health, mind and emotions. I am living proof for these people that you can recover from health challenges and get back on track on your own terms.

I have worked with these professionals

 

What happens if you haven't yet worked with people in my profession?

I have worked with over a 1000 clients in a wide scope of professions and "independent" industries. Most likely I have worked with clients either in your field or a similar one. Even if I haven't, it’s no problem, here's why: people in your field are likely to ALL be doing the same old things to either get out or think of a business idea. My guess is this causes too much repetition. What my clients have found very helpful is that I bring an incredibly new perspective to their situation so I give them resources they'd never heard of in their field. My clients comment on my innate ability to spot new opportunities that they would have otherwise missed.

How are you different from other "business/career coaches?"

Along with 20+ years in the business environment, I also hold certified qualifications in NLP, Results Coaching, SFEDI Business Advisor, Trainer and Therapies. I have created my own proven proprietary system, I don’t teach theory I only show clients what I have applied myself and what really works in my own business.
People comment on my innate ability to spot opportunities for others and help them get clarity on what they need to do to get out of a work situation that is killing them and onto making money in their own business. I specialise in helping you to move out of a job that you hate, eliminate negative influences at work, and reduce your stress levels. the session I offer clients give them thinking space which is something that they haven't had for a long time probably!

I ONLY work with ex corporate people who want to become small business owners. In other words, I don't consult direct with mid-sized companies or large corporations and I'm not a Jack-of-all-trades-coach. What that means to you is that I am very targeted on anything and everything that works for those wanting an exit from corporate life into their own small businesses. Because my focus is very specific, what you get is a no-nonsense, practical experience where I pass on my expertise on what works for independent professionals.

 

I've simply learned the right knowledge from successful entrepreneurs and gained experience by doing it myself and that's why my clients and customers get great results (oh yes - my style also gives you accountability, empathy, fun and inspiration, which is ALWAYS vital).

What type of personality do you work best with and what is expected of me?

The Confidence to Quit Your Career Programme™ offers workshops, private sessions and programs which have been created for professional positive people who are absolutely committed and ready now to invest in themselves and their future business. You are extremely serious about getting out of your lack lustre career and into a business that will attract profit and clients. It will end that frustration of wondering if you should, or what to do next to find where the next contract or client will come from. If you are ready to surrender the sleepless nights, miserable weekends thinking ‘if only’, no more fretting about work, colleagues, your boss, your customers or anyone else who saps the life out of you each time you speak to them at work.
My programmes are created specifically for you to put systems in place within a few months (sometimes weeks!), which will lead you to getting moving on the rest of your life, get a better work situation and spend better quality time with loved ones. The programmes are for those who are ready to recognise their true value and properly invest in their future.

They are suitable for people ready to get out of a 'proper job' or start up or existing business owners. Being ambitious and committed to high standards of excellence myself, I'm known to work best with other high achieving ambitious people who are absolutely ready to start their journey in to new direction and just want to know exactly what steps to take to get them the results they want in a faster period of time. My ideal clients are very open minded and will embrace the material and the mindset needed to achieve excellence.
Consider as you take those steps with me to achieve even better results during our time together. You will be expected to take serious and consistent action. No more excuses (I’ve heard them all!), you need to adopt a very different way of thinking but will have my full support while you make massive leaps to achieve your incredibly exciting goals: a real escape route from corporate drudgery! into a business you can run on your terms in your time.

 

What type of person will this program NOT work for?

Please know I'm very choosy who I work with. I only select clients who are open and have what it takes to succeed. I do politely turn away people who aren't suited for my programmes who won’t take the necessary steps to get the results which they said they wanted. (It wouldn't be fair to them.) So please no whingers, blamers, extreme procrastinators, excuse makers, half hearted ‘wannabees’ or negative Nellies (or Neds!) Also if you can’t commit to the focus required for success, spend all your efforts tracking down ‘cheap as chips’ offers, are a total bargain hunter or want to negotiate big discounts all the time, you too are not my ideal client as you are showing signs that you don’t value yourself and others. It simply wouldn’t work if we attempted to work together!
The Confidence to Quit Your Career Programmes™ are NOT for those who have absolutely no money coming in and are completely, financially broke, at least not for now.

In my experience those people in financial trouble do not trust the recommendations I make to them and do not do the work (probably because they spend so much time worrying about where they are going to get next month's mortgage or credit card payment.)

If you fall within this category, it's absolutely OK. We've all been in times of financial crisis at one point or another. Do yourself (4) favours:

1. Get some money coming in with a full-time or part-time job at the very least, and then call me. This will help you to ease your situation and provide a little more peace of mind. Mostly, it will de-clutter your mind enough to focus on your assignments and the BIG potential picture. Once you start seeing work or business coming in regularly as a result of our work, you can then start reducing the hours you work at that other job and focus on your own business.

2. Get resourceful and find the money (legitimately and ethically of course! When you want something so bad you always find the right way!

In the meantime, I can help you if you:

3. Sign up for the free The Confidence to Quit tools by email Click here to subscribe. The free information will get you started towards your goals until you're ready to work with me one-on-one.

4. Make a point to listen to the free teleclass seminars and read the ezine. These seminar downloads will give you a LOT of things to think about.

Doing these three things will really help you get ready and prepared for our work together. When you're ready, call me and we'll get you started. (I'm in no rush and will be here when you need me.)

Other types of people I definitely won't work with (without exception) is the whiner or the extreme sceptic, as well as individuals who consistently make excuses for not getting their assignments done or challenging every step of the programme. If you are one of these people, may I politely ask you not to call and I hope you understand why. We are not a good match I'll probably refuse to work with you and I wouldn't want you to waste your time or money anyway. Is that fair?

What exactly is The Confidence to Quit Your Career Programme™ and what does it include?

Understanding how working in a bad environment can effect your whole life is crucial

Here's what the System gets you to do:

1. Your Reality Check

We examine what is causing you discomfort, feeling stressed and whether the career move is essential for you. We then take a look at what needs to change in order for you to feel better about your work situation. You will have a better understanding of what priority you need to take to move forward

 

2. What Do You Want

 

Having assessed where you are now, we will examine exactly what do you want to create and have in your life personally, professionally and beyond. Once we have established this knowledge we can start to form an action plan that will empower you.

 

3. Secrets of How I Became Stong

 

I;ll share how I got myself back on track after my commercial crash and burn. Here well explore your personal foundation to success. looking at your commitment, mindset, the ground rules to help you move forward with ease and excitement once again WHY YOU are set for further success even if it has evaded you recently. Know how to be your own problem-solver, We will enable you to overcome all those thought that have previously stopped your success.

 

4. Regular Self Care

 

In this section, you wil identify ways to build in some regular 'me time' to revitalise yourself and keep yourself energise for th ework ahead in your new career.

 

5. Set Your Timeline of Change

 

Here, we will help you put together a time line to help you plan your time to the best advantage. Learn why the old victorian work ethic is no longer a prerequisite in today work place.

6. Create Thinking Space

Here we will help you get some valueble thinking time so you make better decisions that will serve you well and enable you to consider carefully all those things that are vital to you. Learn the joy of having space to do all that! No more being chained to the meeting room or your desk.

 

7. Communicate with Confidence

I'll show you how to speak and communicate with even the most difficult person on the office, learn how to create rapport with others so they take you seriously, stop overlooking you and your ability and start to take real notice of you. this skill will serve you both in corporateville and in your own business.

 

8. Simplification Secrets

 

We will spend time looking at the best way to free up space, time and wasted energy so you can have more focused time to plan ahead and cope with day to day living. I will help you identify any energy drains so you get resourceful.

 

9. Linking Talent and Money

 

I'll show you how to create income streams doing what you are naturally good at, you'll discover there has been no wasted time or effort within your current profession. You will be able to identify and utilise natural gifts and talents and bring them into your every day so you feel liek you make a proper contribution to the world. I'll share the full impact this one area has made on my business.

 

10. Build a Plan to Move Ahead Into Your Next Career

 

Learn how to keep take what you have done so far and create a plan that advances you into your new business arena. Have a strong set of bold goals that will propel you forward into success and satisfaction.

 

These are the steps of The Confidence to Quit Your Career Programme™ that I've created after creating a new working space for myself and thousands of other self employed professionals over the last 7+ years. Now you can learn how to attract more time, freedom and fulfillment in all area of their personal life and future business.

In addition to these 10 steps, you will learn key ideas to manage the transition from corporate employee to self employed free agent! Make your time work for YOU, get your business off to a flying start, work smarter not harder, to eliminate the fears and self sabotage holding you back, and set up systems for making more money in your actual business rather than feeling fed up behind your desk in some ivory tower!

Does this really work?

Yes absolutely! The result of our work together is a simple plan to get you from crash and burn to exhilaration and passion for life again. Over time and with your dedication, this will work consistently to create all the opportunities you will ever need for your future. (See Client Testimonials)

What results can I expect?

You can expect to:

• Identify what is making you feel frustrated at work and what you must do to prevent it
• How to feel more energised rather than exhausted
• How to stop dreading Sunday because its Monday the day after
• Stop having sleepless nights and rest and relax instead
• Differentiate youself from all the other also rans!
• Have more time freedom to purse what you love in life
• get your message across even in a difficult situation
• Stop trying to be all things to all people
• Regain passion and purpose at work and home
• Welcome the future with open arms
• Look forward to starting your own business, knowing you can do it
• Eliminate stress, anxiety, worry and panic for good
• How to avoid commuting in rush hour ever again
• Stop the struggle for good

How quickly can I expect results?

Obviously, this depends on your own circumstances, If you are ready to jump fast then we can get going quickly, if however you are more cautious it could take longer, it will also depend on your new business idea. What I can guarantee is that you will feel instantly better for having taken some action to work with me. I will endeavour to inspire, encourage and support you on your journey, see I know just how important it is to feel heard, valued and encouraged myself, that was what was missing when I quit corporate life.
Realise that starting a new business venture can take time to plan and get off the ground, thats why I have a 12 month programme to help you through the inital phase. Anyone who believes that just one session with me can fix it is deluding themselves, results happen over the long term! I am not a quick fix.

How can I guarantee that I will be able to leave my job?

Concentrate on the initial assessment. I will help you find an alternative to the job that is currently holding you back. If you take immediate action on your assignments. Be totally focused on making those changes you know you absolutely have to make using my proven system you will be able to make positive change for yourself, What I will say is some clients find that self employemnt is not for them so we will work to find what other work will give you more satisfaction compared to your current job, the perfect solution is out there for you somewhere. Understand that it's not a "quick fix," it's not magic and it takes up to a year for you to plant all the seeds and for those seeds to grow into the fruit that you can enjoy. Those people who have carefully applied EVERY step of The Condifence to Quit Your Career Programme™ have successfully grown and gone on to start their own businesses, in much quicker than they would have on their own AND have made so much more money than they've made doing what they do.

 

Will I recover the investment I put into this coaching program?

Yes, absolutely! My clients are thrilled when they discover how much healthier and happier they feel having worked with me. This is an investment in yourself and your family and your future, how can you put a price on that! I want you to stop reading for just one moment to ask yourself, "What is not moving from my current job costing my health, my home life my future, what is making that change worth to me? Well are you worth it? You bet you are!

 

The amount will insignificant compare to the benefits you gain by participating in your coaching programme. Most likely, you will go on to make 10 times what you invested in this program in the next 3 years. The information and skills you learn with The Confidence to Quit Your Career Programme™ will just take your life to a whole new happier level and who knows what that might bring you in terms of financial reward in the next 10 to 20 years…something to think over.

What you're regularly getting with this program (and my coaching) is what I call a series of ‘light bulb’ or ‘AHA’ moments! They will move you forward in life faster than you would on your own. Expect to get a lot of these as well as the resources you've been looking for and haven't found until now. That's what you're investing in, yourself, your results, more opportunity, more happiness, more satisfaction and not just more "information."

Jacqui, based on everything I’ve read and heard about you, I know you’re the one I want to learn from. What are my options for getting started with you?

Congratulations on making a decision for success! I’m happy to work with you to achieve your business goals…
For over 8 years, I’ve offered private coaching which has been exceedingly successful. I have worked with hundreds of clients in 1 off, 1-month and 3-month programs. I no longer offer these multi-month sessions as I am now offering more intensive programs to create even better results, FASTER.
To get started with escaping the rat race and starting your own business, make more money and have more time off, here are the different programs and products I’ve created for you:

We highly recommend that you start with The Confidence to Quit Your Career Home Study Programme™ This programme is suitable for those motivated to put in the work and take action individually. A great starter kit to get on track, this programme is perfect whether you are worried about your work or just starting out in business or even if you have run your business for a little while.

Your main concern is the need to move away from the work that is draining your vibrancy and passion for life. You want to feel energise, on track and hopeful of feeling better quickly with a passion to develop a plan to move you forward in life. It contains absolutely ALL the basics to help you make that career move a priority, get clear on your goals, craft your ideas into a business proposition, package what you know into your next career. This is a Must-Have and will show you step-by-step exactly what to start doing—and stop doing—at work, in order to have better work life balance, more energy and hope for the future, starting today.

With your purchase of The Confidence to Quit Your Career Home Study Programme™, you receive all the tools you need, audios, Q&A call in days so you get laser coaching time with me.

 

This program pays off BIG, especially at such an affordable rate. Click here to buy now.

 

1. Once you’ve worked through the thorough basics of The Confidence to Quit Your Career Home Study System™, and enjoyed the format, resources and support you could then go to the next level by attending one of my Confidence to Quit Workshops. In just 2 days with me and a roomful of other highly motivated action taking people, you’ll shift the way you work, manage your priorities more effectively; you’ll create compelling reasons for change; discover how to delegate, and create systems to serve you for your new business idea; you’ll learn my tricks for creating the mindset to start a business, how to go beyond fear and conquer it, the power of committing and believing you can do it; and finally, you’ll master the Psychology of succesful business owners by stopping all those excuses, fears and behaviours that are currently sabotaging your success. This Workshop will show you how to attract a much better quality of life and give you inspiration and hope for a better,brighter future and still get a lot more time off than you currently do.

Throughout the year I will also run Get out of the Rat Race Webinars so you can learn new techniques and all my secrets from the comfort of your own laptop! A focused programme to hold you totally accountable. This programme has useful tools, techniques and advice to create your ideal work life and get it on track for financial success. You will be a motivated person ready to act and make changes.

 

I also run one day face to face assessment days called Corporate Career Escape Route Breakthrough Session! This is an action packed interactive day where we will get to the bottom of what is causing you to feel bad, we will create a plan of action, get you past all those limiting decisions that are holding you back and sabotaging your future succes.

 

At the 2 day events, I invite those who want exclusive long term personal coaching with me to implement the workshop strategies to apply for the Private Elite Coaching, a yearlong program to radically change how to work.

 

We meet twice a year for 2 days, have individual and group monthly accountability and resource calls, and give you many emergency sessions to get you through your toughest questions easily. You also get to come to the live meetings and the next workshop with your spouse or partner at no extra cost (other than accomodation). This program creates the most results BY FAR, as you have me for an entire year to work directly with you on YOUR career and business ideas.

Applications are available at the workshop as attendance to the workshop is a prerequisite to membership in the Private Elite Coaching Group.

These Elite programmes are only for the serious person who is totally upping their game to create a wonderful lifestyle. You may already have a business that just isn’t achieving what you had hoped and now you want to turn it around or you are a new business owner totally committed and focused to make this your best year ever. This programme is by application process, so I need to see that you have what it takes to participate in this 12 month programme.

High-achieving action takers who want to move super quick in escaping the Rat Race and then building their own business can also contact me to participate in this programme. To hear more details and send your application for my review (I don’t work with every applicant, only a select few!) To get your application form click here

Do you offer discounts and accept credit cards?

This is a question that I frequently get asked by potential clients. I say that ‘discounts are for wimps’, as they show, as a vendor, you may have some doubt in the value of your services. However, I do understand that new customers may need to have some form of reassurance that the service they are investing in is valuable and will get them the results they are looking for.

 

From time to time I have early bird offers for those willing and able to make a decision and act very quickly (a key skill if you are to succeed in business) and for that I will reward with special prices.

I do offer payment via credit card which is done online via a secure server so your security is taken very seriously. This is how I can help clients to budget and still enjoy coaching, support and vital training to take them in the right direction.

OK, I know which program I want. How do we get started?

Great! Did you know that one of the most prominent characteristics of successful people is that they take action? They take educated risks, are decisive, take action, and they move forward towards success faster as a direct result of this. It's a well-known fact these people make decisions based on their gut instinct. So, that said, if this feels right for you, then go for it.
Here's what you do: if you have a question, give my support team a call at 0116 279 6906 or email my team at jacqui@jacquitillyard.co.uk and we’ll be happy to answer any questions you have. I can’t wait to meet you in person or on the phone to get you started on your path to more clients, more income and more time off to enjoy it all!

If I'm not sure I'm ready to get started, how can I sample your work at low cost to see if it's the right solutions for me?

A way to sample The Confidence to Quit Your Career Programme™ is by subscribing to the regular ezine. It will provide you with proven tips, the latest tools and powerful techniques from our coaching Programs. It is a must for anyone who wants to get out of a job that theu hate and go on to attract high quality business clients on a consistent basis. Subscribe here.

I currently have family and work commitments and my life is busy in general. Although I desperately want and need more options, I don’t have much time to spare. How much time do I need?

Again time is of the essence in building your future career success. The question I ask of my clients is how badly do you want to change and build your next business idea. I will not lie, making great changes and building a business takes time, commitment and focus and you have to be able to do all three in order to get results. The reason you are probably experiencing struggle right now is that you haven’t given your full attention to your career move that it deserves.

What I can offer is a structured step by step process either via a home study where you put in the work yourself or one to one days or a year long programme, which if you do the work, can benefit you forever, by freeing up some of your time and energy. This will allow you to eventually have more free time to spend with your loved ones and hopefully enable you you to step away from any dull day jobs that are getting in the way of your life progress. Successful people do whatever it takes to succeed!

OK, I'm ready to do this for myself, but I have a couple of additional questions. Can I call you?

Good, sounds like you're almost ready to step into your future! Yes, if you have a couple of questions, just email my team at jacqui@jacquitillyard.co.uk or call us directly at 0116 279 6906 and we'll be happy to set up a Getting To Know You session to walk you through the different options to see which one will be the very best for you.

 

I can't wait to see you succeed and am honoured to be the one to help you. Let's get going!

 

Jacqui

 

Jacqui Tillyard - 0116 279 6906 - mobile 07747 471145 - email jacqui@jacquitillyard.co.uk