Testimonials

Working with Bernard added enormous value to my job search. His wealth of experience combined with effective questioning style enabled me to get real clarity on what my ideal opportunity looked like and how I bring value to the organisations that I work with. Using this as the basis, he helped me develop a really impactful CV and gave me the confidence to have much more focused conversations with recruiters and potential employers alike. As I now prepare to start my new role, I would recommend working with Bernard to anyone looking for support with their job search.

I’m not one for melodrama. It may seem odd, therefore, to describe engaging Bernard Pearce as the essential difference between generating Success or propagating Failure in your Job Search.

When it comes to a Job Search, everyone wants a Happy Ending, not a Horror Movie. And that’s why I am delighted to have worked with Bernard.

I have had the good fortune to engage him twice in the last ten years. On both occasions, I have found his advice, guidance, and perspectives to be game-changing elements in my Job Search.

A compelling factor in working with Bernard is his ethical positioning. In my initial meeting with him I was told “I’ll be with you to the end”. He has proved as good as his word.

When a Job Search can take countless months, when you can feel like the world and every recruiter is against you, and when the light at the end of the tunnel feels like an oncoming train, knowing you have a hugely capable partner with you for the long haul is simply priceless.

A second factor to consider when working with Bernard is the significant volume of actionable insight. Different paths and opportunities are identified and considered, and thankfully from a bespoke person-centric approach. He helps to focus energy and interest on realistic propositions. You have a programme of work to fill those hours between Job Searches. And your refreshed, revised, revitalised CV ensures that you are on the strongest of foundations in each application.

There are many, many, Executive Career Coaches out there. Some are unqualified chancers, most are well-intentioned souls with patchy skillsets, a number are evidentially competent, and a very few are truly exceptional. Bernard stands at the very peak of this latter group.

My only criticism is that I didn’t use Bernard’s services earlier in my Search this time. I won’t make that mistake again.

Working with Bernard over the past number of months has been invaluable to me. His insight, structure and honesty allowed me to improve my personal brand and also ensured my skills, experience and personality stood out in a very tough job market.

Bernard ensured accountability which was key to our relationship. We established a super working relationship during out time together as we always set challenging goals; always had a focus on ‘what’s next’ and worked relentlessly towards my recent appointment.

I could not recommend Bernard’s skill set any more…happy to chat anyone through my experience, as it was so positive and career defining.

Bernard has been invaluable in providing advice on developing a good CV and LinkedIn profile and also in how to approach the job market, especially the so called ‘hidden’ market. I particularly appreciated the advice he gave me in focussing on what I really wanted from a new role.

Bernard’s ability to get results is profound!

Since 2013 Bernard has provided me with the support and guidance I needed to successfully navigate each of my upward transitions.
He captivates your imagination and ignites a powerful confidence and resilience in you so you consistently deliver your personal best performances.

Hugely consistent, Bernard shows great energy and patience to inspire executive job-seekers to continuously improve and this approach, combined with his integrity, authenticity and warm and friendly supportive style is a game changer! He is with you through every step of your journey offering unrivalled high quality support and unlimited time – not to be confused with offerings from others purporting to offer a similar service.

A man with epic emotional intelligence, empathy and optimism Bernard also utilises his world-class technical expertise in coaching and job searching to help you find the job you really want.

He will give you the focus, insight and inspiration you need to master your personal brand, identify perfect opportunities and deliver outstanding performance. With Bernard’s support you will conquer the application process, the interview and beyond!

Bernard does exactly what it says on the tin ” Executive Career Transition Specialist”! I found the whole process with him thought provoking, challenging and exceptionally positive. He never wavered from his principles and processes and drove me to focus not only on the presentation of myself through a CV but more importantly on how I wanted to shape my future career goals and objectives. I cannot recommend Bernard highly enough and count myself lucky enough to have had the opportunity to work with him. Bernard has a unique view of the marketplace and experience and knowledge to back this up

Working with Bernard was a highly motivating experience which encouraged me to start my own business. He has a gift for homing in on what really matters to achieve your aspirations. Several things resonated with me in Bernard’s new book. Firstly, the fact that most of us don’t perform as well as we could at interviews because we ‘wing it’ on the standard questions without reflecting how to stand out from the crowd. The same applies to new business pitches, with prospects sometimes underwhelmed because you can’t articulate your secret sauce! Secondly was the insight that everyone needs to take care of their personal brand because if they don’t others will ‘fill in the gaps’ for them.

Exactly like brand positioning – without a clear value proposition, customers will make assumptions. The most important thing, though, is the advice to behave as a ‘buyer’ in your career – seeking what you really want from a role or employer, rather than allowing others to dictate your path in a childlike manner. Great job, Bernard!

Bernard went above an beyond to help me revamp my CV and in the process helped me to prepare for interview for a great interim role. Despite us being in different countries and my limited availability he totally knocked my CV into shape, which was key to me securing the role.