Services
Coach
Coach
Life coaching, confidence coaching and career coaching for people who want real impact, not just a plan.
You're looking for real impact with an eye for what's practical and achievable. So we won't drown in theory - we'll swim in probabilities instead. This isn't about changing who you are; it's about leveraging your unique traits and experiences. You already have more than you think.
Cut through the chatter: That relentless inner critic? Let's evict it. With tools to quiet self-doubt and clear the clutter, you'll have the headspace to figure out what truly matters -and what's next.
There's no shame in the reframe: Does it seem insurmountable? We might blow it up, or figure out how to dig under it, or get way above it and look at it from the big blue sky. Challenges are really just badly dressed opportunities anyway.
Your why, your way: If you know your why, the how becomes clearer. Together we'll dive deep into your motivations, break down limiting beliefs and light a fire under your goals. Then we can build a roadmap - not just to where you're headed, but who you want to become along the way.
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Working with Jill creates a shift you can’t unsee. She has a rare ability to cut through the noise and bring clarity to who you are, what you stand for, and the story you’re telling - especially when you’ve lost sight of it yourself. She brings perspective and humour to the work, cutting through intensity without ever diluting its importance. Jill asks the hard questions you need to ask yourself, challenging you with honesty, warmth and insight. Her coaching is practical, focused and deeply motivating - purposeful work that builds real momentum. The clarity I gained translated quickly into confident decisions and meaningful progress in my career. Jill doesn’t just inspire insight - she helps turn it into action."
— Jane McD
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I worked with Jill at a time when my confidence was low, and I was trying to make sense of my career options. What stood out immediately was her absolute honesty and complete lack of ego - the work was never about her, it was always about me. Jill asked genuinely tough questions, not to challenge for the sake of it, but to help me gain real clarity on what I wanted and what was truly non‑negotiable. Working with Jill is incredibly valuable and made an immediate impact on how I think about my career”.
— Julie C
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After four years out of the workforce, I found myself lacking in confidence and direction. Jill's strategic experience was invaluable in reshaping my CV and LinkedIn profile - and in confidently reframing my stay-at-home mum years into a masterclass in problem solving. She coached me back to confidence."
— Frances V
We can part the clouds together. They’re pretty but they’re in the way.
Mentor
Mentoring for people who want honest counsel from someone who has actually been there.
Here’s what you can expect:
Jill has been there, done that and learned some epic things. This isn’t hand-holding- it’s spirit-boosting, wildly supportive guidance. No rose-coloured lenses, just fire starters and roadmaps.
Never assume, never presume: Naked ambitions and fitful fears? Bring them. You'll be met with aroha and practical guidance instead of preconception and judgement.
Roadblocks to runways: “These require two very different outfits and I know which one I'd rather help you rock. Together we'll turn obstacles into springboards towards growth and fulfilment”.
Permission to prioritise: Putting others first might feel good for a jiffy, but there's a point where your needs must come first. That time is now. “I'll remind you when you forget”.
"I've been inspired by Jill as a leader for many years. But experiencing the 'Brinsdon Effect' first-hand? Transformative. This wasn't hand-holding - this was ass-kicking, spirit-boosting, and highly motivating. The actions I took led me to step into new territory in my career swiftly and with rock-solid confidence."
— Claire Chitham
"Jill’s coaching has been a real shift for me in how I show up in leadership conversations. The voice note coaching option before big internal meetings is gold - direct, grounding, and exactly what I need in the moment. She has a way of cutting through the noise, helping me back my own thinking, and reminding me that I already have the experience and insight in the room. More than anything, she’s helped me find a stronger leadership voice. Not by giving me scripts, but by helping me trust my instincts, articulate my perspective more clearly, and stop downplaying what I bring. I often walk into meetings hearing her voice in my head saying “you know this” - and it changes how I show up.
— Jo D-W
We can part the clouds together. They’re pretty but they’re in the way.
Speaker
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Speaking, MC work, facilitation and interviews - for events that want to actually matter.
“It’s not that my filter is broken – it’s just that my inside voice is funnier than me. People seem to like her because they have inside voices too. We all do, and they are always braver, funnier and wiser. I just let mine out more often.
No one’s ever had to tell me to read the room – it’s built in. Whether throwing a curveball to wake up a sleepy crowd or splicing in a one-liner when things get too serious, I know when to nudge and when to unleash.”
Speaking: Think TED Talk but without the overly pregnant pauses and choreographed hand gestures.
Facilitation: Workshops, panels, interviews or full-blown events - Jill creates spaces where ideas spark, vulnerabilities transform and voices feel heard. It's not just about keeping things moving. It's about making them matter.
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Jill is extraordinarily curious, incredibly well researched and prepared, all with a joyful and wonderfully wild spirit! As she shaped her MC notes for a panel I was on, she gently overturned corners of my life I had barely paused to reflect on and concurrently drew me into a spotlight I'd spent the better part of two decades doing my utmost to avoid! With a rare knack for unlocking magic you never knew you had. Lively, sharp and disarmingly intuitive, Jill is exactly the kind of MC and professional who makes a conversation come alive and makes everyone on stage better for experiencing the process”.
— Olivia Egerton
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Jill has the gift of storytelling - whether MC-ing an event and encouraging women to tell their stories, or getting to the heart of a brand. She does it thoughtfully and inclusively, and she is never boring. A rare mix of wit and empathy. My only reluctance to recommend her is that she might get too busy to work with us."
— Clare Irons, Past Chair, Impact 100 Wakatipu
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I wanted to create a more intimate experience for our collectors. Artists are often shy, so I asked Jill to host artist interviews at exhibition openings. Interviewing an artist in front of an audience requires a delicate balance -helping them feel heard while keeping the conversation moving. Jill effortlessly relaxes the room. She frames questions so skilfully that artists say exactly what they want to say. The result: the artist feels great about their performance, the audience feels genuinely connected to the work, and everyone leaves feeling like they had a real experience."
— Rosie Bristed, owner, Astor Bristed Gallery.
We can part the clouds together. They’re pretty but they’re in the way.
