Here are some recent testimonials from my LinkedIn page.
“I went to see Rob after I had made my first step away from my Research Manager job. At the time I had been doing a course 1 day a week as part of my long term career change and looking for part-time jobs. I had been unemployed for 3 months and I was feeling really confused about how to move forward. I had many ideas about what I could do for employment but my confusion was making me feel extremely unmotivated and I didn’t know where I should spend my time.
Chatting through my thoughts and getting feedback and direction from Rob was extremely helpful. He suggested that I work on one thing at a time and he provided tools to enable me to evaluate what decision was right for me. As a consequence after two sessions I found I had grown in self awareness and I made several excellent decisions – definately value for money. With Rob techniques I felt confident in following them through and consequently have spent the summer doing something I truly love.
He is a great listener, insightful, extremely patient and kind. Everyone should have a Rob to help them with their job.”
Market Researcher, 2011
“Having tried working with a career consultant before I knew it would take something special to meet another one. Once I got to knew Rob I was not disappointed.
Rob has helped me with my career challenges in a way that I would doubt I could have achieved with anyone else. Being from a similar background as myself and with his extensive qualifications in the realm of (career) psychology I found myself going from someone that was completely stuck to someone who had a new found vision and values-driven direction due to his expertise.
My renewed focus on the most important things in my life as well as my career and to do so in a way that is smart, brave and exciting is largely thanks to his understanding, presence and ongoing support.”
Management Consultant, 2011
I thought you might be interested to hear – it’s happening!! I’ve just had a mail saying my ‘potential’ first client wants me to do some work for him and what are my rates. Eeeek, no going back now! It’s impossible to describe how excited I feel. Thank you for giving me the confidence to do this.
Senior Manager, Pharmaceutical Industry, 2012
“I started working with Rob back in 2009 after I met him at the one life live exhibition. I liked Rob instantly, as he is extremely genuine and really listened to me, so straight away I felt totally at ease in his company. I had been working at the same company for 10 years and while I had made some changes to my role there, still didn’t feel fulfilled. Rob through a number of meetings helped me analyse myself, (something I think everyone should do at some stage, as it’s truly a great confidence building exercise) helped me to really understand both my professional skills and strengths, but also to discover who I am as a person, what I value and what I’m passionate about; then together we looked at the changes I could make, to both my life and career. It’s amazing but Rob has this knack of helping you look at your life through a massive magnifying glass, that enables you to see yourself much more clearly, so the changes you want to make seem more like making an obvious choice rather than one to be fearful about. Change of any sort can be daunting but Rob’s insightful, empathetic and encouraging manner made making the decision to leave my job and follow a different path so much easier and more exciting. I would and have recommended Rob to anyone who is feeling a bit unfulfilled, directionless or is keen to make some change in their life, but needs the confidence to just ‘go for it’!!”
Recruitment Consultant, 2011
“Rob Archer is an absolute pleasure to work with. I really admire his ability as an Applied Psychologist, drawing on information from a wide variety of disciplines, including Occupational, Social, Cognitive and Counselling Psychology as well as Neuroscience, Creativity, Nutrition and Sport. I have had first hand experience of Rob’s approach to career decision making. Drawing from his expertise in meaningfulness and mindfulness based practices in the workplace, he has been able to develop cutting edge materials and services that has made a significant difference in the way I am now thinking about my career.
In addition, Rob has been a fantastic mentor. He is open, honest, compassionate and encouraging. He often challenges me to think creatively and ‘outside of the box’ which has been invaluable. Rob is also very perceptive, he has this ability to tap into the root of what I am trying to articulate. Rob connects with people, he listens, he makes a difference.”
Psychologist, March 2011
“Rob has helped me greatly at a time when I was confused about my career direction and unsatisfied with my choices. He is fantastic in what he does, draws out the best in you and methodically helps you find out a career direction that brings satisfaction and personal success. We did some amazing work that helped me solidify what I want, who I am professionally and clarify my goals, values and strengths.
I would recommend Rob for anyone who wants to make the most out of one’s professional life, and ultimately, be the driver of one’s own happiness and success.”
Recruitment Consultant, September 21, 2010
Rob worked with us for almost a year and I would delighted to have the opportunity to work with him again. He worked with us on a challenging organisational change project and at all times he put the needs of the those impacted by the change first. He demonstrates expertise in, and has a great respect for, the importance of employee engagement within an organisation. We learned a lot from him.”
Project Manager, March, 2010
“Rob has been an invaluable resource for me in my career and, ultimately, in my life. Often times, I’ve felt like I was at a crossroads and have not known how to, either maximize the position I was in, or search out a different career path. Rob allowed me to see far more clearly what I needed to do in order to take the next step. So far, his guidance has absolutely made a measurable difference in my career. I really appreciate and trust him and would recommend him to anyone and everyone. He has a knack to be compassionate and empathetic without being patronizing and instead being empowering.”
Lawyer, December, 2009
“I had the pleasure of examining Rob’s research into ‘Meaning at Work’, which he conducted whilst completing his MSc at the University of London. This was a compelling study, fuelled by Rob’s scientific skills, theoretical knowledge and extensive practical experience, which shone some light on one of the tougher questions in his field: what makes us experience our jobs as meaningful? Don’t be fooled; it may sound like armchair philosophy, but it is decisive, problem-focussed and relevant to all of us.”
Dr Luke Smillie, University of London, April, 2009
“Rob joined Directgov to lead a process of establishing a working culture by ultimately identifying four core values that best described the way the organisation works and behaves.
The innovative approach Rob took was to do this with both a Senior Management Team and a Working Group made up of employees so that when the values were instilled they truly represented everyone. I had no hesitation in volunteering to be a part of the process.
Working with Rob has been an incredible experience for me personally. I’m learning from a top-rate consultant in presentation, planning, communication and people skills.
When Rob is running a session he holds complete attention from the group by varying his approach to the subject matter. This is NOT just reading from slides!
What I also notice is complete respect to Rob from the group in recognising that he is an expert in the field of professional behavior.
Rob makes every contribution I make to the sessions feel valuable and relevant which is hugely appreciated.
Rob is quite simple a great bloke an delivers his work with passion and humour making every session fun to be at.
I really hope I get the opportunity to work with Rob again.”
Senior Manager, March, 2009