Welcome

Why do this course?

About the course


We combine e-learning with online workshops and our wider Brave Starts events, networks and content for a comprehensive approach.

One size doesn't fit all. By keeping it small and utilising 1-1 meetings, we can to target and tailor things to your needs.

We don't share things we can't back up. We evaluate what we do to ensure impact

Our next workshops begin November 2022






About the Author - Lucy Standing



I'm one of the founders of Brave Starts (CIC).

I strongly felt the career coaching I was taught lacked practical application: I felt it was too much navel gazing without the teeth of practical reality: one of the main drivers to construct this hybrid course.

I've always worked as a psychologist. I do LOVE what I do, but here's the compromise: I don't get paid. Brave Starts is non profit and I'm a volunteer.

When I worked full time, it was for the investment bank and consultancy sectors designing assessment and development processes. For the past 10 years, I've specialised in mid life career development. I was voted by my peers to be Vice Chair of the UK professional body for Business Psychology (The ABP).

I'm a Chartered Psychologist, Associate Fellow of the BPS, Principle Practitioner of the ABP.




Programme overview


  Welcome. Expected time to complete module: 10 -15 mins.
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  Module 1: Expectation Management. (Estimated time - 2 hours)
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  Module 2: Mythbusting and realistic expectations (1-2 hours)
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  Module 3: Self Analysis. (Estimated time 3-4 hours)
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  Module 4: Refining and exploring options (1-2 hours)
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  Module 5: From passive to active - Tasks and exercises (3-4 hours)
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  Module 6: Age is your asset
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  Module 7: Reality check
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  Summary and thank you
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Meet some previous cohort attendees

Debbie Johnson


Debbie had retired from being a Marketing and account manager. After enjoying some downtime, she realised she wanted some part time work she'd enjoy. She's now working in a small well being consultancy.

Simon Long


Simon had left the corporate world as a Commercial director to focus on his own consultancy business. He came to us after a few years because he missed working with others. He's now in the start up world, helping small businesses raise finance.

Lucia Mitchell


Lucia had spent more than 10 years concentrating on her small family. Following a divorce, she needed to work but didn't want to return to her previous legal profession. She's now working at the Bank of England.