We Level Up Jobseekers, Leaders & Businesses
Expert career coaching for communications, digital & transformation professionals. Whether you're job hunting, leading teams, or hiring talent — we help you level up with clarity, confidence, and a proper plan.
Our Services
- Career Coaching — 1-to-1 sessions for jobseekers, career changers, and professionals seeking clarity and confidence. Ideal for returning parents, 50+ professionals, career pivoters, and anyone facing redundancy or career shock.
- Leadership Coaching — Executive coaching for managers and leaders looking to grow their impact, manage teams effectively, and develop commercial awareness.
- Launch Club — Group career accelerator and business launch programme for professionals ready to level up together.
- Free Career Clarity Assessment — A quick self-assessment to understand your career readiness across 5 key areas with personalised results and action plan.
Who We Help
We specialise in supporting communications, digital & transformation professionals at every stage:
- Returning Parents — Rebuilding confidence and re-entering the workforce after a career break.
- Professionals 50+ — Navigating age bias and positioning your experience as a competitive advantage.
- Career Pivoters — Transitioning into a new industry or role with a clear strategy.
- Redundancy & Career Shock — Turning unexpected change into your next opportunity.
- High Achievers — Overcoming imposter syndrome and unlocking your next level.
- Better Salary Seekers — Negotiation coaching to get the compensation you deserve.
- Aspiring Freelancers — Building a sustainable freelance career from scratch.
- Currently Not Working — Structured support to get back into the market with confidence.
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Free Career Resources
Access free tools and guides to support your career journey, including CV templates, interview preparation frameworks, LinkedIn optimisation tips, and salary negotiation guides.
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Career Insights & Articles
Read our latest career advice articles covering job search strategy, interview tips, leadership development, and industry trends for communications, digital & transformation professionals.
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About Dan Oates — Your Career BFF
Dan Oates is a specialist career & leadership coach with deep expertise in communications, digital and transformation sectors. Based in London, Dan works with professionals across the UK and internationally to help them find clarity, build confidence, and take meaningful action in their careers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What's the difference between career coaching and leadership coaching?
- Career coaching focuses on your overall career trajectory. Leadership coaching is specifically about developing your skills as a leader.
- How does the free intro call work?
- It's a casual 15-minute chat where we get to know each other and figure out if working together makes sense.
- Can we work together if I'm not based in London?
- Absolutely. All coaching sessions happen online via Zoom or Google Meet.
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