Let’s get messy!
I’m here to support you through your messiest moments in life, PhD and everything in between.
By working with me, you’ll…
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How to get messy with me

13 things you need to know about doing a PhD
A totally FREE e-guide for anyone doing doctoral research – now updated with 3 key new additions.
We dive into some super clear insights and tips for dealing with 13 key aspects of PhD life that just aren’t that commonly talked about.
If you ever struggle with things like…
- Neverending PhD guilt for not doing more
- Imposter syndrome
- What to do when things go wrong
… this guide will put a stop to those niggly worries.
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10 (20) truths about doing a PhD
What if you only worked 2 hours a day?
Don’t feel bad about not getting shit done 24/7
Hey! I’m Jamie, the Messy Coach

I’m all about embracing the grubby, untidy, imperfect things we’ve been taught to avoid, resist, sweep under the carpet or control and fix to within an inch of our lives. Things like:
I dare do this work because I myself am a recovered/recovering perfectionist.
I’ve known what it’s like to fear failure, to live a half-life because I was too afraid of fucking up, and then to land unexpectedly, over and over again, in exactly the kind of mess I tried so hard to avoid.
But I also know what it’s like to finally step out of that fear. After going through the wringer multiple times myself, I’ve broken the code for how to shift from this gross, messy space into one of badass boundaried confidence, joy, ease, flow and sharp-as-tack clarity.
And now I’m making it my mission to support you to do the same – for your PhD, for life-in-general and for all the in-betweens.