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My team engaged Jessica Symes and the Symes Group team to facilitate the 2018 graduate six day soft skills development program for 130 new to corporate graduates. Jessica and her team were extremely professional, well prepared, energetic and 100% focused on delivering an engaging experience. I was particularly impressed with how the team were able…

After my first one-on-one coaching session with Jess, I knew it was a worthwhile investment in my career. Jess’ deeply perceptive skills allows her to develop a tailored, strengths-based approach to coaching that is ready to implement. Her knowledge and smarts are self-evident, but for me, it is her personal style in delivering a resounding…

Jessica Symes is an able, personable and thoughtful coach, specialising particularly in developing presence and confidence in public speaking. She combines an intuitive inter-personal understanding with significant skills in acting techniques and has received excellent feedback from the clients I have shared with her. I am very pleased to recommend her as a coach.

My one-on-one coaching sessions with Jessica have been a priceless experience, and a turning point in my career. Jessica has unmatched skills in ‘reading’ people and unveiling areas for improvement, which led me to discover so much about myself. Jessica challenged me in many ways, with a level of care and passion that was comforting…

Jess and I worked together on the delivery of a global management development programme for BT. She and I were on the team that delivered it to the BT Global Services team in Sydney, Australia and then she went on to roll the programme out across the AsiaPacific region. She was very thorough and diligent…

Jessica worked with me as a Professional Coach. It was clear even early on that Jessica was a knowledgeable and experienced coach that utilised a range of techniques and exercises to develop confidence and personal branding. Jessica is an intelligent, articulate and adaptive consultant that takes the time to understand the client and then develops…

Executive coaching sessions with Jess have had a profound impact on my life, both personally and in the workplace. She has helped me to improve my self-understanding and build on my strengths, which contributed to increased confidence and improved resilience – exactly what I wanted to achieve.I have recommended Jess’ coaching to friends and colleagues…

Jess’ enthusiasm and commitment to her clients is unmatched! She doesn’t take a ‘one size fits all approach’, and instead everything is tailored to the individual. Would definitely recommend Jess to organisations both large and small.

Jessica is delightful! She has a huge portfolio, which she expertly tailors to suit her client, and she has the ability to “keep it real” with her audience. Jessica’s sessions are engaging, interactive and insightful. Combine this with her great sense of humour and sharp wit; and the audience are with her all the way…

I’ve worked with Jessica for almost three years now. She is engaging, insightful, energetic and fun. She provides sage advice on recruitment and team working, and is a real asset to our organisation. Highly recommended.

During the 4 month program Jessica facilitated many fantastic one-one-one coaching sessions that drew on her wealth of knowledge and experience in the area of coaching.

Jess is one of those gems who lights up a room and fills you with confidence, positivity and enthusiasm! I have known Jess for many years and Jess has worked with me through training, workshops and business coaching. Jess always goes over and above with her time, as well as making great suggestions and invitations…

Jessica’s dynamic and engaging presentation style make her a fantastic coach and facilitator. Her work with RANZCR highlighted Jessica’s precise understanding of leadership skills and management responsibilities. Her honest and forthright communication style are refreshing and useful for creating group learning and dialogue. I have no hesitation in recommending Jessica as a coach and a…

I was lucky enough to attend the Symes Group’s Presenting with Impact workshop in 2015; Jessica has an incredible skill, through her unique blend of expertise, to draw out the hidden potential in each and every one of our diverse team, giving us the freedom and courage to dig deep and face our fears. The…

I have now attended two training sessions facilitated by the Symes Group and have twice between blown away by their insight, professionalism and ability to capture an audience. Jessica’s style is refreshingly honest, compassionate and pragmatic. I would recommend the Symes Group to any organisation looking to upskill their staff or any individual looking for…

Jessica Symes is an extremely knowledgeable and compassionate professional who always has her clients best interest at the forefront. If your business or corporation needs assistance in forming a more cohesive, productive, creative and innovative team I highly recommend reaching out to Jessica. As an individual, looking to get more out of your career, Jessica’s…


I have worked with Jessica over the last 18 months and she is an excellent coach. She always provides relevant insight and advice to assist with personal and professional situations and works with teams to build engagement.

Jessica is an inspirational and visionary leader. She is the kind of person who is always lifting others up, encouraging them and showing positive support. She is creative in ideas and projects and I would recommend her for anyone wanting to work with someone who possesses creativity, an entrepreneurial spirit and positivity.

I feel like a very lucky girl to have sat in a room (aka a very lovely space called the White Loft) for 1.5 hours today with Jess – it really could not have been a more of a valuable use of my time. Within one short session, Jess helped me identify the “self-limiting stories”…