Chrissy Rooney Consulting

23/12/2025

04/08/2025

Delighted and blessed to be engaged by the College of Policing to undertake two freelance roles,

- Assessment Centre Assessor and 360 Feedback Facilitator.

I’m so looking forward to working again within the Police family, helping those looking to join the service, and those already employed, to continue their development journeys.

As such I will be fulfilling my current client commitments but not taking any new clients from September. Thank you.

20/06/2025

Today, I have the privilege of facilitating a session on organisational change within the public sector, a space where transformation can be both necessary and complex.

I think that any type of organisational change in public services isn’t just about structure or strategy. For me it’s also about people, purpose, and the communities we serve.

As a facilitator, I think that creating safe, open spaces to explore insights, share concerns, and shape solutions together to achieve the stated or desired outcome(s) is so important.

Having a facilitator work with your team can aid discussions and help teams move beyond resistance towards clarity, collaboration, and collective ownership.

I’ve seen abstract plans become shared missions.

So looking forward to today’s session and the rich conversations ahead.

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19/06/2025

Teamwork in Action – Part 2

Yesterday I posted about teamwork in action. So now the follow up ( and the tin man story!)

On Tuesday I had a bit of a health scare. Routine GP appointment , or so I thought, turned into ‘you’re going straight to A&E for cardiac checks, and no you won’t be driving yourself there!’. Bit of a leveller to say the least.

The good news? They found a heart! (I’m not the Tin Man!)

What struck me the end of the day wasn’t just the relief of being okay, but the teamwork I witnessed while I was there.

From the calm, receptionist (when at 10:30am it was standing room only ) who took my details, and who didn’t blink when I said my NOK was in Oz but I have great friends here lol, to the nurses who moved with great efficiency and had a laugh along the way, to the porters who kept my spirits high, and the consultant who was young enough to be my son; all taking the time to explain everything clearly. It was pretty seamless.

Every person played their part, in the NHS chain. Not one role more important than the other, but each one vital. There are a lot of things awry within the system in general but at the point of admission to a specialist unit which bypassed A&E, everything ran like clockwork.

It reminded me that great teamwork doesn’t need a spotlight. It shows up in calm under pressure, in clear communication, in people doing their job well so others can do theirs.

So for one day only, I’m back doing a Thursday clap of recognition to all who cared for me on Tuesday. You’re the best.

18/06/2025

Today I’m talking teamwork.

The kind of teamwork where people just get it done, no fuss, no drama, and especially no divas!

Perhaps it was at work, maybe it was organising an event, or maybe, and I’m talking me here, it was one woman and her dog co-ordinating a walk while prepping a facilitation session (roll on Friday) and avoiding puddles like a seasoned professional. (Well Ruby mostly ignored the puddles, but still A+ for effort.)

I’d love to hear your stories of teamwork that just clicked.
What made it work?
What did you notice?
Who made it magic?

Bonus points if it involved Post-it notes, or that office song of the day! (My two loves).

I’ll be back with Part 2 tomorrow and a story about a tin man, so what does great teamwork in action look like to you?

17/06/2025

Something I need to get off my chest!

Despite contributing significantly to the economy, many entrepreneurs still encounter the outdated perception that what they do isn’t a ‘real job,’ as I did last week. Kinda like ‘you just work when you want to.’ For me, true, but I choose to continue to work (when I want to) because I absolutely love what I do.

This view often stems from a misunderstanding of what entrepreneurship entails.

Unlike traditional employment, especially as a solopreneur, there’s no boss, no set hours, no predictable salary; just a huge amount of risk, relentless drive, and the constant need to innovate and hustle.

I looked at some stats. According to the UK’s Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), small businesses accounted for 99.9% of the business population in 2024, employing over 16 million people. Yet entrepreneurs, especially solopreneurs and early-stage founders, are frequently met with skepticism.

In reality, a lot of entrepreneurs often work more than 60 hours a week, with many not taking a proper holiday in years.

The mental and emotional toll can also be overlooked. Research by the University of California found that 72% of entrepreneurs reported mental health concerns, including anxiety and burnout, yet society often romanticises entrepreneurship as glamorous, not gruelling. Wow.

We are sometimes treated as if we’re ‘playing at work’ especially when working from home or starting something unconventional, but building something from scratch takes resilience, self-belief, and a work ethic few truly understand unless they’ve lived it.

So for all my fellow entrepreneurs, when someone says entrepreneurship isn’t a ‘ real job,’ happily remind them: real jobs build someone else’s dream; entrepreneurship builds your own, and often creates opportunities for others too.

Pic: me loving what I do!

16/06/2025

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… and it’s still happening in the world of work today.

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10/06/2025

More of a personal post today.

This week (9 - 15 June) is Carers Week. It’s a time to recognise and honour the incredible dedication of unpaid carers across the UK.

For most of my adult life, I was a carer. I juggled the emotional and physical demands of caring with the challenges of working and later, running my own business. It wasn’t easy. It meant late nights, early mornings, and constantly putting someone else’s needs first while still trying to show up professionally. The real important thing for me was that it wasn’t a chore; it was a privilege ( despite some really low days).

Being a carer is often invisible work but it’s life-changing, both for the person(s) cared for and for the carer themselves.

Being a carer taught me resilience, compassion, and strength. It also comes with real pressures and challenges, especially when you’re trying to balance it with living your own life.

To every carer out there whether you’re just starting, in the thick of it, or reflecting back like I am, I’m with you.

You matter. Your care matters and this week, you deserve to be acknowledged and celebrated.

You are the quiet heroes of so many lives.

09/06/2025

Why I use Clarity 4D Personality Profiling tool in Coaching.

Clarity 4D is a powerful personality profiling tool that brings colour and clarity to coaching conversations.

I like the fact that it’s based on the well-established principles of Jungian psychology, helping my clients understand themselves and others through four colour energies; Red, Yellow, Green, and Blue.

I also like the fact that it’s a registered test with the British Psychological Society. I know that the Clarity 4D questionnaire that I’m using is quoted and has been rigorously tested by the professional body.

In a coaching setting, this simple yet effective model can transform the way my clients view their behaviours, communication styles, and relationships.

Using Clarity 4D allows me as a Coach to tailor my approach to suit the my client’s preferences, building rapport quickly and helping them gain deep insight into their strengths and potential development areas.

It supports self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and team dynamics, making it a versatile tool for both individual and group coaching. Whether you're working on confidence, communication, leadership, or conflict resolution, Clarity 4D creates a shared language that unlocks growth and lasting change.

One of my clients once said to me ‘I don’t know why I pay a psychic. This tool is much more accurate!’

Testimony indeed!

I’m Chrissy, helping my clients see the wonder of their personality using a profile which uses absolutely no psycho-jargon!

05/06/2025

I’m just returning today from a short break in Liverpool; time well spent catching up with friends and stepping away from the usual routine.

As I head back to Hamilton, I’ll be tuning into Let Them by Mel Robbins. I’ve heard great things about it, and I’m looking forward to a bit of reflection and motivation on the journey home.

It’s so easy to get caught up in the constant momentum of building, delivering, and juggling it all so for me mini breaks are essential. I can recharge, gain fresh perspective, and reconnect away from the noise of daily demands.

Mini breaks like this remind me that rest isn’t a luxury it’s part of the work.

So yesterday I walked, then sat, looking across the Mersey, totally chilled and relaxed. Bliss.

04/06/2025

I started work in 1982, at the then Overseas Development Administration (ODA). There were 160 of us on the floor and just three computers between us!

That might seem unthinkable now, but it was normal back then. We still relied on microfiche to access records, push button phones were still pretty much a novelty, and paper files were piled high on our desks. Yet the work got done. We managed through teamwork, routine, and good old-fashioned communication, and we got our steps in each day I’m sure!

Fast forward to today, and the contrast for me is staggering. Every desk has a computer, more powerful than anything we could have imagined back then. Emails, instant messages, cloud storage, AI, and video calls connect us across the globe in real-time.

I now do a lot of coaching via Teams or Zoom, which makes it possible to reach people anywhere. It’s effective and flexible but when I get the chance to coach face-to-face, it’s still something special. There's a depth and energy to being in the same room that no screen can truly replace but will f2f become the exception to the rule; or is it already?

With all the incredible tools at our disposal, the challenge is keeping up with ever-evolving technology as it was back in the day, but even as the systems change, one thing stays constant; the importance of human connection.

In 1982, it was f2f conversations over coffee; today it might be a virtual check-in, but at the heart of it, it’s still people working and interacting with people. That’s what really makes the difference.

Photo of the much beloved continuous feed paper that I used to churn out daily! (Who can remember printing then tearing the sides off! )

Feel free to post any images of equipment you’ve used in the past!

03/06/2025

I have a couple of free days opened up this week so I’ve decided to take a quick trip to Liverpool to see some friends and reset a bit. No client calls, no deadlines, just good conversations, good food, and a change of scenery.

I love midweek breaks and I think they do more for my mindset than a full-blown holiday often can.

Even though I’m technically ‘off,’ I find it hard to completely switch off ( I’m turning into my mum!) so I’m thinking for my journey, a good audiobook to listen to.

I’d love to hear any recommendations; entrepreneurial/ business / self development audiobooks would be fab. I’m always on the lookout for something that’s thought-provoking, inspiring, or just refreshingly practical. Let me know, and thanks in advance.