If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly doubting yourself, CV & Beyond offers calm, one-to-one guidance to help you gain clarity, confidence, and a realistic way forward.
Request support Learn moreThese are some of the situations clients often come to us with. You're not alone in feeling this way.
University's done, but the path ahead feels foggy and overwhelming.
You want something different but feel like you're starting over or falling behind.
Finding it hard to explain your experience in a way that feels authentic and compelling.
Everyone else seems to know what they're doing. Why don't you?
Rejections, uncertainty, or time out of work have taken their toll.
You know something needs to change, but you're not sure what the right next step looks like.
CV & Beyond offers thoughtful one-to-one career support grounded in experience, reflection, and practical clarity.
With over 20 years of experience, Alma Patterson helps clients clients slow things down, make sense of their experience, and find a realistic way forward.
This isn't about quick fixes or generic advice. It's about understanding where you are, where you'd like to be, and creating a path that makes sense for you.
Our approach:
Whether you're just starting out or looking for a change, there's space here for you.
Help understanding your strengths, exploring options, and building the confidence to take your first steps.
Support clarifying your direction and making informed decisions about what comes next.
Space to reflect, gain perspective, and reconnect with what actually matters to you.
Simple, supportive, and designed around your needs.
Dedicated time just for you, with space to talk openly about your situation.
Sessions are held online, making it easy to fit into your schedule wherever you are in the UK.
Everything we discuss stays between us. You're in a safe, judgement-free space.
We'll work together to understand your experience and map out realistic next steps.
A few words from people who've worked with us.
I finished university feeling unsure about what direction to take and kept second guessing myself. Talking things through with Alma helped me slow down and look at my strengths more clearly. I left feeling calmer and with a realistic idea of my next steps, which made a big difference.
I had been thinking about changing careers for a while but couldn't organise my thoughts properly. The session was calm, practical and very easy to talk through. I came away with clearer options and felt more confident about making a decision.
What I appreciated most was how carefully Alma listened. Nothing felt rushed or pressured. By the end of the conversation, I understood my experience better and felt more able to move forward in a positive way.
I was feeling quite stuck and didn't know where to begin. The conversation helped me break things down into smaller, manageable steps and think more clearly about what I actually want. It felt supportive and realistic which I really valued.
I found it difficult to explain my skills with confidence after some time away from work. Speaking through everything helped me see my experience in a more positive and structured way. That shift in confidence has been really important for me.
I wasn't looking for quick answers, just someone who could help me think things through properly. The session gave me clarity and a sense of direction without any pressure. I left feeling more settled about what to do next.
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