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Services
Coaching Tailored to Your Needs
At Frankly Speaking Coaching, we provide practical coaching for leaders navigating transitions, improving communication, and boosting confidence. Specialising in neurodivergent professionals and women in leadership, we help you lead authentically, make bold decisions, and own your space without compromise.
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CAREER TRANSITIONS
Discover Career Transition Coaching Changing direction in your career can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you're stepping into a new role, transitioning industries, or preparing to make your next big leap, our coaching helps you navigate it.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Alanah was my career coach recently.Her sessions helped me to understand more deeply my values and to look at myself from a different angle. She demonstrated immense empathy and tact throughout the process, which helped me to open up, feeling understood and supported.I highly recommend Alanah for her capacity to connect with people and making them at ease, showing compassion and respect at all times.Her coaching was enlightening and gave me tools to navigate challenging situations, making me more self-aware of my strengths, assertive and self-confident. Time spent on these sessions was truly valuable and will have a long-lasting impact on me.
Marina: Senior CRM Specialist, Dublin, Ireland
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
What I appreciated most was how Alanah broke down larger goals into simple, actionable tasks that I could easily integrate into my daily routine. Her ability to help me stay focused, organised, and motivated was invaluable. Alanah didn't just help me grow in my career; she also guided me in finding a healthier balance between work and family life. Thanks to her coaching, I now feel more satisfied and fulfilled in my role, and I’ve learned how to manage my time and energy in a way that works for both my professional goals and my personal well-being. Alanah's thoughtful listening, practical advice, and unwavering support made all the difference in helping me achieve my full potential. I highly recommend Alanah to anyone looking to enhance their current role or to take their career to the next level!
Pamela: Proposition Strategy Manager, Dublin, Ireland
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
''Working with Alanah has set me up for success in my chosen area. I now have tangible goals in an area of life that has never received this kind of attention before. My coach, Alanah, throughout our sessions, consistently addressed my needs and concerns. Although we had a prior work relationship, Alanah's ability to foster an environment of trust and confidentiality made me feel comfortable being open and honest about my goals. Alanah's approach is brilliant - she remains professional and systematic while also being approachable and genuine. I've gained so much from just a few sessions and I hope she continues to challenge and push her participants the way she did with me"
Sean: Senior Data Analyst, Dublin, Ireland
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
I had the pleasure of working with Alanah as my career coach, and I can honestly say it was one of the best decisions I made for both my professional and personal life. Alanah's approach was incredibly supportive and personalised. From the very beginning, she took the time to listen to my goals and aspirations, and then she worked with me to create a clear, manageable plan to help me reach them........
Our Values
Focus
Helping clients maintain a clear, goal-oriented focus on your vision and priorities.
Resiliance
Building resilience through honest reflection and adaptive strategies to overcome challenges, tailored to each individuals
Accountability
Encouraging personal and professional accountability through powerful models and processes, while meeting you where you are.
Neuroaffirmative
Nurturing a clients strengths through with a commitment to neuro-affermative practices, advocacy and awareness.
Knowledge
Expanding your insight through evidence-based coaching that promotes informed decision-making and strategic growth
Alanah Frances Herron
Founder of Frankly Speaking Coaching Services Ltd.
With accredited training from the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC), alongside qualifications in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), Inclusive Leadership, and Psychometrics, Alanah’s expertise spans leadership coaching, career transitions, communication, neurodivergent support, and Talent Management.
She also offers Frankly Female TM coaching, empowering women in leadership to break through barriers, lead authentically, and thrive in their careers. Alanah is renowned for her straightforward, results-driven approach, empowering leaders to navigate complex challenges with clarity and confidence.
As a passionate advocate for neuro-inclusion, she specialises in cultivating diverse thinking styles to enhance team performance, engagement, and leadership effectiveness. Alanah’s extensive background in talent acquisition, employee development, and talent management allows her to provide tailored, actionable solutions that drive personal and organisational growth. As the founder of Frankly Speaking, she is committed to delivering coaching that is practical, inclusive, and impactful, helping clients achieve lasting success.
Alanah’s expertise extends beyond coaching to speaking at leading industry events and contributing to crucial conversations about neurodivergent inclusion, recruitment practices, and leadership strategies.
Speaking Engagements & Media Appearances:
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Keynote Speaker at “Turning Neurodiversity Awareness into Organisational Strategy” | Neurodiversity Conference, CMG Events | September 2025
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Keynote Speaker at “How and More Importantly, Why Have You Kept DEI on the Agenda?” | TALiNT Partners Talent Leaders’ Summit, in partnership with Morgan McKinley | November 2024
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Invited Guest on “Dyslexia in Recruitment and Irish Education” | The Dyslexia Life Hacks Podcast, hosted by Matthew Hitching | March 2022 | Discussed Neuro-Inclusion in Recruitment Practices
