Working together, to focus on what truly matters

Working with change-makers to reshape the world of work, business and society.

Welcome

I’m a coach, facilitator and change-maker. I’ve worked as a change-maker for 30 years now, in many different ways, and one question has been and remains my constant guide: What work truly matters now?

Do What Matters creates spaces and experiences for you or your team to reconnect to the heart of what matters and move forward with greater alignment between your reality, purpose and impact in the world.

My clients are leaders and everyday people who are working towards a better future including entrepreneurs, businesses, students, parents, schools, universities, civil society groups, charities & public service organisations.

I offer one-to-one coaching, retreats, workshops, courses and events, in person or online. I am based in Brighton UK, and work in French or English.

It all starts with a conversation.

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Three questions to reshape our ways of living and working for a better future

How do we make meaning in these times?

Our modern ways of living and working no longer make sense and many of our social and economic systems are not working for everyone, least of all our planet. It’s hard to face up to the impact of our lives on other people’s lives and our planet. Once we find the courage to face into this reality, we can begin weaving more meaningful, nourishing and joyful ways of being and doing, even amidst all the conflicting narratives, uncertainties and pressures of everyday life.

“To be a grown-up, it seems to me, is to live alert to consequences, to know the cost of your living. It’s hard to be a grown up in the world we have made”

— Dougald Hine- At work in the ruins.

What does the world need now?

It’s hard to know how to make a meaningful difference and easy to burn out trying or lose hope. Yet new seeds of more regenerative, inter-connected, participatory ways of living, working and organising are being sown in pockets of communities and organisations around the world. The question is which seeds are you nurturing.

“Humanity’s 21st century challenge is to meet the needs of all within the means of the planet.”

— Kate Raworth, Doughnut Economics

Who do we chose to be?

Our purpose can’t to be ‘found’ somewhere outside of ourselves. It’s not a place to arrive at or a goal to be chased. It’s a pull from deep inside us towards what we ‘can’t not do’. It’s about finding the courage to align our actions with who we truly are. Our purpose emerges when we can connect to the knowing that resides deep inside us in response to the reality of the world outside.

“We no longer have the luxury of defining our purpose in abstraction from the realities of the world around us.”

— Margaret Wheatley, Who do we chose to be?

Messages from other change-makers

"Celine helped us not just to hone our purpose, but also to show us the gaps between our actions and our intent, and to set the foundations for enabling us to live that purpose. The Map of Meaning process was enlightening and fun; and it really brings together our being and our doing.”
Dr. Peter D, Lead Partner Healthcare Centre UK.
“Celine is amazing at her job. She is very passionate and knowledgeable. She is a very good listener and asks really good questions that make you think. Wholeheartedly recommend her as a coach!”
Miguel Batista- Biodiversity Data Manager
“I would recommend Celine. The coaching sessions gave me greater insight into my choices and behaviour, helped me clarify my thoughts about future career choices, and gain a better balance between work and home life”
Michael D. Deputy Head Teacher
“Céline’s facilitation really helped us reflect on what we have achieved and what we need to celebrate, as well as get us to engage in mapping out what the next chapter of our journey should look like.
The tools and methods she used really got us to own the process which is exactly what we were looking for!”
—Dr Sebastien Chapleau, Community Organiser, Citizens UK
"I loved having dedicated time to think through where I am and where I need to go with the guidance of a fantastic coach. Celine has a very gentle way of supporting and challenging. It was empowering and I'd recommend it"
Fran V.-Social Care Leader
“Coaching with Céline was an enjoyable and beneficial experience. I saw a direct impact of the coaching when defining our values and mission which helped my team move forward in a positive light.”
Chris Grose- Managing Director IMA International
“If you are embarking on a change, or feeling ‘stuck’ in some way then I’d recommend the Do What Matters course unreservedly”
Jenni Lloyd- Founder PurposeLab
“The Trustees and senior leadership group from our special needs residential school asked Céline to guide our away-day at a time when we faced a difficult choice over closing one unit. We greatly appreciated how, through the Map of Meaning, a potentially fraught conversation changed into a decision that seemed almost to "make itself.”
—Jon. F - Trustee
“Thank you very much for hosting our PLT retreat – it was a really different and engaging day, a real change of pace for most of us. A welcome break from our usual PLT format, and so nice to get all the practices together, and getting know one another. It was exactly what we’d asked for!”
—Clare Oskan, PCN coordinator