Meet The Team
We are in the business of helping everyday people, to find, enjoy and be confident in the career of your design.
CLAIRE FRENCH | Principal Career Coach
Starting my career journey in a time of recession, with jobs hard to come by, and many applications rejected. I learnt early on that success was about resilience, highlighting the skills that I do have and taking the opportunity to learn the ones I didn’t. I understand what it is like when the job market is tough when you are feeling rejected and downtrodden by your job search, or the career you have chosen.
As a working mum, I resigned from a 12-year career that I had built from the ground up. Years later, when the time was right to return to the workforce I found myself at a crossroads, did I return to what I knew – if they would have me? Or should I start anew and reinvent myself?
Three years after that, we decided to move countries and start over in a foreign environment with no local experience at an older age. That decision was one of the hardest I have ever had to make. It is also one of the best because it led me to where I am now and was the catalyst that started my journey towards Careerfit46.
My years in recruitment, leadership and coaching, span 2 recessions, the GFC and a global pandemic. Throughout this time, I have been supporting people to achieve their potential and align their skills and interests with their careers.
I have built a reputation for delivering on my word, achieving results in a difficult job market and always taking a personalised and genuine approach. My insight has benefitted further from working with a wide range of international clients, working in a broad spectrum of industries.
I am a Certified Coach with the ICF (International Coaching Federation), I have a diploma in life coaching (achieved excellence) from the New Zealand Institute of Business Studies as well as upskilling with the ICF to achieve my Coaching Accreditation (ACC).
Supporting over 500 individual clients so far and having secured multiple contracts through recommendations to deliver group coaching and work resilience programmes is incredibly humbling and something I take immense pride in.
JOSEPH ZAPATA | Career Coach
Like many, my career has navigated through challenging job markets, which has given me valuable insights into the complexities of career development and recruitment in today’s world. Having a background in Psychology and experience in Recruitment, Talent Acquisition and Career Advising, I love to work with people and learn from them.
My focus is on helping people grow, stand out, and succeed in the workforce. I believe in creating a safe, supportive environment where individuals can explore their strengths, clarify their career goals, and make decisions that align with both their personal and professional aspirations. Whether I’m advising job seekers or supporting organizations, I’m passionate about helping people thrive in their careers, focusing on both their skills and personal growth. With my background, I bring a human-centred approach to everything I do.
CLAUDIA CHAFLOC | Career Coach
Starting in a new place, it’s common to feel like everything works differently, and I’ve certainly experienced that myself. My journey was not a smooth one, and I did some different jobs before landing the role I was trained and experienced in. Gaining volunteer experience as a Career Coach certainly helped me gain insight into the style and approach to take.
With my background in Recruitment and Talent Acquisiton and my qualification in Psychology, I was able to secure a role with Careerfit46 and transition into Career Coaching and Recruitment. My main focus has always been to help people feel more confident and supported, my area of focus is now supporting people with their careers during their job search, enabling them to take their first step or next step with confidence.
I especially enjoy teaching clients how to start their work journey in a new environment, understand what is expected of them and how to bring out the best of their skills and experiences. My approach is to provide genuine and tailored support to each individual because I know how important it is to feel supported during a change process.
BARNEY | Chief Cuddle Officer
He’s the go-to team member for boosdng spirits and creadng a warm, welcoming atmosphere. No tough day is too hard to handle with a snuggle or a game.
He’s always ready to make your day brighter!
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