Fortem /for-tem/ Latin in origin, meaning "brave, courageous or powerful"
Helping Leaders & Professionals Gain Clarity, Confidence & Impact
The challenges we face in our work and careers aren’t always black and white. Leadership can feel isolating, career transitions can be daunting, and self-doubt can hold us back from making the impact we want.
At Fortem Coaching, we provide the space, structure, and support to help you gain clarity, build confidence, and take action. Whether you’re navigating leadership challenges, stepping up in your career, or feeling stuck at a crossroads, we help you move forward with purpose.
Meet Clare Harris – Leadership & Career Coach with Real-World Business Experience
Having been a Chartered Surveyor in commercial property for over 15 years, I have firsthand experience in leading teams and navigating complex business challenges. I know the pressures of managing teams, driving performance, and balancing commercial priorities—all while trying to maintain confidence and clarity.
For 10 years, I held leadership roles, including Director of Retail, Marketing and Communications for a Real Estate PLC. Working at an executive level, I understand the fast-paced world of leadership, decision-making, and high-pressure environments—particularly in marketing, communications, and commercial industries.
But it was through mentoring and supporting others in leadership that I discovered my real passion: helping people gain clarity, break through self-doubt, and take control of their careers. That’s what led me to coaching and why I founded Fortem Coaching.
How Fortem Coaching Helps You:
🔹 Leadership Coaching – Helping leaders step up with confidence, improve decision-making, and build stronger teams.
🔹 Career Coaching – Supporting professionals to navigate career changes, gain clarity on their next move, and overcome self-doubt.
🔹 Workshops & Training – Engaging sessions for individuals and teams on leadership, communication, resilience, and career growth.
Our coaching is direct yet supportive, structured yet flexible, and always focused on your progress.
Who We Work With:
Fortem Coaching supports leaders and professionals who want to perform at their best without feeling overwhelmed.
Our clients include:
✅ Leaders & Executives – C-suite professionals, directors, and senior managers who want to refine their leadership style and impact.
✅ Professionals in Transition – Those navigating career moves, promotions, or leadership changes.
✅ Organisations & Teams – Businesses that invest in leadership development, resilience, and performance.
Based in Bristol, we work with clients across London, Southern England, and South Wales, offering both one-to-one coaching and tailored workshops.
Why Choose Fortem Coaching?
✔ Practical & Insightful – We don’t just talk, we create meaningful change.
✔ Calm, Supportive, & Honest – A space to reflect, but also to be challenged.
✔ Led by Real-World Experience – Coaching grounded in business, leadership, and communication expertise.
“Clare at Fortem Coaching has been a great support at a time in my career when I felt lost and had lost my belief in myself and my ability. Clare made me touch base with ‘me’ and my abilities again and relearn that I should believe in myself. This has given me the confidence to push outside my comfort zone and accomplish more than I ever thought I would. I’d recommend Clare with no hesitation at all.”