I've been fortunate enough to experience being a manager at various levels, and have helped many people into management and senior engineering roles for their first time. I'm also passionate about taking a non-judgemental, person-centered approach to coaching.
I use active listening, and a person-centered approach in order to help you safely explore and overcome any challenges that you may face.
Whatever stage you are at in your career, I can help you to articulate what drives you, and find ways to take the next step in your career.
By breaking down complex problems into constituent parts, we'll start to make an actionable plan that is realistic and measurable.
I can offer a blended approach, introducing counselling skills where beneficial in order to help you gain deeper insights which assist your progression.
During my career, I've discovered a way to manage people which leaves them empowered to make decisions in a safe environment, and I've watched them grow under their own initiative. This is why I'm convinced that putting people in the right environment is essential to their success.
In the 6 years I worked at Snyk, we went from 10 to 1,500 employees. During that time I was a Director of Engineering, Senior Engineering Manager, Principal Engineer, Software Developer, and a Team Lead (not in that order!). Thanks to the company's hyper-growth, I was in a unique position to be able to learn about scaling a company, whilst maintaining our values and culture. One way in which I helped to achieve this growth was by coaching people in their careers, enabling both linear progression (eg promotions) as well as enabling them to take on new roles (eg becoming a Manager).
I have a CPCAB level 3 certificate in counselling studies, and take a blended approach, combining active listening skills and a person-centred approach with coaching skills in order to support people in their professional and/or personal journey.
I follow the BACP ethical framework, and as such will work within the limits of my ability, and would offer to refer someone when appropriate.
Whether you're ready to take the next step, or just want to ask some questions, please feel free to send me a message.
Send me an email at hi@joshemerson.co.uk.
Senior Software Engineer
I had the pleasure of learning and developing my career through Josh's empowering guidance. He's an excellent listener with a well developed leadership toolkit.
Engineering Manager
I learned so much from Josh during our work together. Josh is one of the most talented, kind, and innovative people I have ever worked with.
Senior Software Engineer
Josh has been a role model for me, both as a manager and a mentor. He set me up for success throughout our journey together and has been extremely professional and personable.
Senior Manager
The best, most talented, resourceful, resilient and kind person you could ever hope to work with.
Software Manager
I remember our weeklies as pure fun above anything else, Josh was always there to hear and support.
Software Engineer
I feel very lucky to have had the chance to collaborate with Josh and learn so much from his leadership.
If you would like to book an initial session, or would like to learn more about the services I offer, please get in touch.
Email me at hi@joshemerson.co.uk