Rachel Halsall | Executive Coach, Facilitator & Public Speaker
It’s a funny story, how Rachel and I met. We were members of a large network group, The Business Network Chester. I saw Rachel come in although I had never met her before. She was wearing a lovely long skirt and a gorgeous pair of copper/gold heels. I’m a sucker for shoes and as I watched her get a drink and work the room, there was definitely something about her that I wanted to know. Little did we know, that day we were seated on the same table and without even realising, Rachel sat next to me (much to my excitement). We both looked at each other and said, ‘Ooh I wanted to me you!’. That was the start of a great friendship.
Rachel travels the world with her work, sharing her expertise and knowledge.
1. How would you describe your occupation and what does it involve?
Executive Coach, Facilitator & Public Speaker
My role involves a huge amount of relationship management, a lot of energy and a large amount of professional development. I see or speak with my clients most days (this has changed since Covid19) and I do a lot of research into topics I am designing training for. As an accredited coach, I am coached, supervised, mentored and often going through new programmes of self-development.
2. Describe your fashion style to me – what do you like to wear, what do you never wear?
I am not sure what my style is. I am often in quite loose fitting clothes that I can move easily in. I like to wear classic colours and shapes and if I have a bright colour, it is usually the one thing rather than an entire outfit.
I never say never but it is unlikely you will see me in something sleeveless or with bare legs when I am working – I have no idea why, but this is standard for me. You will also rarely see me in anything super fitted.
3. Do you have a different style for work and home? Why?
My style for work is typically very corporate due to the type of clients I work with. Now I think about it, in most cases, I could turn up more casual, but I think I enjoy (trying) to look smart. At home, I dress like I am ready for a yoga/rugby mash up at a moment’s notice. I wish I practiced yoga more and will get back to some kind of yoga routine at some point!
Why my style is different in these places is definitely because I like to really know when I am switching off for the day and therefore, I will dress in much more relaxed clothing if I am not working.
4. What advice can you give to women who feel they have no style or feel they are just stuck in a cycle of no identity?
I am not sure what advice I have. Every woman I know has something / some style of clothing they look great in. I guess I would say to put on all of the things that fit you really well and that make you look good and keep wearing those things. (I also know an amazing designer who knows what looks good on which shape so I would engage the services of VJM 😉).
5. Who’s your style icon and why?
Cate Blanchett, Julianne Moore & the wardrobe of Maggy Siff from ‘Billions’. Each time I see these women, they look classic, fab and never over cooked.
6. Give me a quote to inspire a woman who needs an injection of motivation to find themselves.
“When a woman finally learns that pleasing the world is impossible, she becomes free to learn how to please herself.” - Glennon Doyle (Untamed)
To contact Rachel, visit rachelhalsall.co.uk or LinkedIn