Personal Development
Turn the impossible into a possible
Without doubt, the best investment you can make in life is in your own personal development. How you develop and grow as a person defines your future, not in terms of how much money you’ll make or whether you’ll reach that boardroom ceiling. It’s about your health, your emotional wellbeing, your faith, your relationships, your self-belief that you truly can be the best version of yourself.
At Really Helpful Club, we champion the Discovery of self-awareness, developing your skills and expanding your knowledge to lead a fulfilling life, personally and professionally. Understand your values, define a clear purpose, set out your goals, achieve your career ambitions and improve your work-life balance. Our Directory members offer valuable advice, support and resources centred round your personal development.
Sandy Lancaster – House of Colour

An award winning Colour Analyst and Personal Stylist based in Chiswick W4.
As featured in The Times, The Telegraph, Mail on Sunday, OK!Magazine, The Mail, Woman&Home, Country&TownHouse, GoodHousekeeping. My corporate background (Banking and Law) is a powerful asset in my work as a stylist, particularly for clients wanting to make an impact in professional settings. I understand the importance of being seen for the right reasons—whether it’s securing a promotion, commanding authority in a meeting, or presenting with confidence at a conference. By aligning the colours and styles you wear with your goals, I help you project presence, credibility, and approachability. It’s about creating a personal brand that works as hard as you do, ensuring you feel empowered to show up as your best self—not just in the workplace, but in every aspect of your life.
Business Clan
A Gold CSR-Accredited business consultancy, Business Clan offers comprehensive professional services all under one roof. With over a decade of experience, our award-winning team provides integrated solutions across key business areas: strategy, accountancy, HR, marketing, web development & CRM and contracts & compliance, tailored to meet diverse client needs.
The Village Clinic

Our team at The Village Clinic offers high-quality, relational psychotherapy for individuals facing burnout, relationship difficulties, and the emotional weight of modern life.
We support adults at all life stages who are seeking depth, clarity, and meaningful change. Sessions are available in person in Wimbledon (SW London) & Queens Park (NW London) and Online, with balanced rates and a focus on integrity, warmth, and thoughtful care.
Dating Evolved

Hi, I’m Dr Mairi Macleod, and I’m a Behavioural Scientist and a Dating Consultant for Women over 50. I run a transformative online program to help midlife women find the right partner for a happy, lasting relationship using science-backed and practical advice. The program includes an online course, regular group calls, one-to-one consultations and with the support of a small community of like-minded women.
You can find full details of the Dating Evolved Group Program on my website: https://www.datingevolved.com/
And feel free to book a 30min complementary call with me to discuss your dating challenges, how I can help you, and I’ll give you a couple of personalised tips right away. You can book a time for your call here: https://calendly.com/dating-evolved/scheduled-call
🌟 What women have been saying about the Dating Evolved Group Program 🌟
“Mairi’s program gives solid guidance and teaches how to negotiate the minefield that is online dating and meeting men in real life, and I got loads of support from Mairi herself and from the great women in my Pod.
I’m very happy to count myself as one of many satisfied customers: I now have a wonderful partner and I couldn’t be happier, and there’s no way I could have got to this point without going through the Dating Evolved program”.
Dawn Brown, 66, Northumberland (now married)
“I already knew I wanted a new, different kind of relationship, and this is what I now have thanks to the Dating Evolved Programme.
I am so much happier and more relaxed than I have ever been in any other relationship, and have rediscovered how wonderful sex is with a kind, caring partner who makes me feel incredibly loved, safe and desirable”.
Lydia, 60, Edinburgh
“I’ve recently completed the Dating Evolved program and it has been absolutely phenomenal! I can honestly say I have met the love of my life – my soul mate – and it really is all down to what I’ve learned on this program. Thank you Mairi – I have never been so happy”
Nancy Harvey, 52
The Next Half

The Next Half helps people identify their best path to thrive both personally and professionally. We provide “one place to go” solutions for your personal and business development.
TNH’s Personal Development Service helps people “with life experience” (40+) identify, pursue, and achieve their best possible life for The Next Half.
I passionately believe that over 40 we can and should re-focus, re-spark and reach for our dreams. We all deserve to be excited about the future. Sometimes we just need a little starter-fluid. That’s where I come in.
I can help you if you’re looking for a new direction or an energy recharge. I believe we can control and shape our own journey with the right advice. I understand the murky path you may be on and let me help you navigate through it. I’ve mentored dozens of women to find the best path for their Next Half.
I provide advice on personal development based on 25 years as an experienced Mentor, a certified Coach, and a mother to three young adults, a wife and an aged 50+ woman.
TNH’s Business Consulting Service guides developing businesses through strategic and financial planning to optimise profitability.
As a successful corporate advisor for 30 years, I provide proven expertise in finance, strategic planning, business development and investor viability. I’ve advised over 100 clients across sectors ranging from start-ups to Fortune 20 multi-nationals. I’ve now decided to apply this expertise for Founders of developing businesses.
The Next Half’s Blogs and Podcasts discuss issues we face navigating mid-life. I use humorous, personal anecdotes, thoughtful missives, and helpful tips to discuss many topics we face while underpinning a message of inspiration. A common thread throughout The Next Half is a sense of empowerment and belonging to a community. We receive lots of comments and dialogue on every blog. Our readers communicate with each other too! We are not alone in facing these issues. Let’s face them together.
Testimonials:
“Kirsten’s advice literally saved my business… and my sanity!” Caroline, London.
“The Next Half showed me how to increase my profits, and my self-esteem! Thank God I called her!” Natalie, Conn. USA.
“Thank you so much for giving our business your immense knowledge and inspiration. Our time with you was incredible and productive!” Karine, London.
“Your time with me helped me figure out my life. I am a better person because of Kirsten… seriously. She is a rare find!” Anne, New York.
“This infectious blog is a must read! Such a valuable ‘pocket miracle’ and your suggestions really work! Thank you!” Melinda, NYC.
“Thank you for this blog and your advice. I can’t wait for the next instalment.” Nicola, Dorset.
“You convey so well everything that has been preoccupying me…with positive suggestions on how to fix them too!” Susie, Portsmouth.
Melior Vita

Everyone wants a better life at some point; be it a personal goal, career progression, learning a new skill or just to have a more fulfilling life. But it isn’t always easy to achieve. Deciding you want to make a change for a better life is the first step; now it’s time to do something about it.
At Melior Vita, we believe that anyone, with the right coaching, mentoring and support, can achieve their goals. We offer a comprehensive, personalised coaching, training and mentoring programme that focuses on you; we help you to visualise your better life by discovering what drives and motivates you to succeed, finding out what you need to do to reach your ambitions, and empowering you reach your full potential, in your career and in your personal life.
Are you ready and committed to take on the challenges in reaching your goals? Are you dedicated to achieving a better life?
Start your journey of discovery to a better personal or business life with Melior Vita’s personalised coaching, training and mentoring programme. We help to develop you, giving you exactly what you need, when you need it, to achieve your ultimate goal.
Cal Mundy Coaching – www.calmundy.com

Ready to create a life you love?
Hi I’m Cally – I’m an experienced and certified Master Life Coach (and ICF PCC) working with ambitious, heart-led women wanting to re-connect with their wisdom and superpowers – to master their energy and mindset and follow their dreams – living boldly, vibrantly, confidently and with massive impact and joy for themselves and those around them. Ways for us to work together:
* 1:1 – on zoom or in person.
* Group programme – join a group programme.
* Workshops – special topics for corporates, clubs, societies, networking events.
* On retreat – my signature and life-changing event! ‘The Indlovu Coaching Retreat’.
The retreat takes takes place at a luxurious game lodge in the magnificent and magical bush of South Africa. Spend 7 days with 8 other like-minded women to go on a journey to your heart and soul like no other! Please visit my website for more details and my own pictures. Even better, let’s hop on a call I’d love to chat to you about it. You will not regret this choice – see testimonials on the website.
The next retreat in Q1/Q2 2026 will be next level. It’s time…this is all about you and for you. Saying yes to this connected, experiential adventure is the first step in taking back your power. Ownership is everything.
Website: www.calmundy.com
Instagram: @calmundycoaching
EMILY STOTT

Looking and feeling confident about the way you look can make all the difference to how others perceive you. Your style is unique to you and by combining it with the most flattering colours and shapes, you really can look your best every single day. I’ve been a personal stylist for ten years and I believe our sartorial choices and personal style are important; clothes should be fun but they should also be a positive reflection of who we are. I will save you time and money and help you gain confidence. Others will notice, that’s a promise.
Country Cousins

We have 60+ years of experience
Operating since 1959, Country Cousins is the longest established introductory live-in care agency in the UK. Having served as a Royal Navy Nursing Sister in the UK and France during WW2, Josephine McGregor started a small business from her home in West Sussex, providing local care and assistance for those who needed it.
What began as ‘Country Cousins and Emergency Mothers’ in the spare room of Josephine’s house, has since grown from a modest local enterprise into one of the nation’s leading introductory live-in care agencies.
Today, we provide self-employed, live-in carers nationwide to more than 500 clients each week, offering compassionate and professional care for the elderly, those convalescing in their own home, and disabled adults who need extra support to live independently.
We’re always fully focused on providing the best quality home care at all times, and stand by our uncompromising desire to deliver quality care and choice. The choice to remain in your own home, and the choice to continue to live your life in the company of a carefully selected Country Cousin carer.
Customer service with a difference
Our dedicated team of Care Relationship Executives work tirelessly to find the perfect live-in carer for you based on your specific care needs. Whether that be someone who can drive or someone who shares your love of cooking – you can be sure that we will have someone suitable on our books. You will then keep the same point of contact throughout your relationship with us.
Our carers care
Do they like pets? Are they avid gardeners? Are they fans of Scrabble? These seemingly small details can make a big difference when you’re living with someone. That’s why we’ll carefully consider the answers to these questions and similar, as well as work history and personal qualities when matching you to one of our Country Cousin carers.
Making a difference to quality of life
With Country Cousins, you or your loved one can continue to enjoy independence, with the peace of mind that someone trustworthy and reliable is there should help be needed. Whichever kind of care you’re looking for, we’ll match you with our live-in carers, who will fit right in at your home and provide compassionate, conscientious care.
NeuroVeda by Pathak Yoga

NeuroVeda by Pathak Yoga provides health & wellbeing services to the corporate world, optimising workforce & bottom line by improving staff performance & mental health through neuroscience-informed interventions. We create bespoke programmes based on your teams’ needs to ensure maximising their productivity and wellbeing and thereby your profit. We focus on body & breath awareness as well as meditations to reduce stress and burnout, musculoskeletal disorders and eye strain, absenteeism and presenteeism, increasing employees’ focus, working memory, learning and decision-making as well as overall physical and mental health and longevity.
Roehampton Club

Roehampton Club is a multi-sports and social club nestling in leafy south west London next to Richmond Park. Celebrating its 120-year anniversary in 2021, Roehampton Club has developed from its early beginnings as a polo club with croquet lawns to currently housing an immaculate 18-hole parkland golf course, 28 tennis courts including 10 grass courts, two padel tennis courts, gym and fitness studios, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, six squash courts and four croquet lawns.
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