In their words.
Clients, CV reviews, business support and podcast guests. Nurses, radiographers, directors and founders, in the UK and overseas.
You’ll see two kinds of names on this page. The full names are public recommendations, posted on LinkedIn by the people who wrote them. The initials belong to private clients. They’re usually planning a move their employer doesn’t know about yet, and that’s how it stays.
Working out what’s next
“I met David around 20 years ago when he was working for Elekta, and I had recently started as a Radiotherapist. David came to our department to train us on new software and hardware, and it was the first time I ever thought about working in a different role than the one I’d spent three years at university to qualify in. Even back then, David took the time to talk me through his role, the day-to-day, the pluses and the minuses. If it wasn’t for that meeting, I’m sure my career would have taken a very different trajectory than the expansive one I have had.
In a world of ‘influencers’ and ‘side-hustles’, I can’t think of anyone better suited to take you by the hand and walk you through the next steps of the rest of your life.”
Christopher Quinn · Market Development Manager, previously a Radiographer
“I would highly recommend David and Via Nova to anyone seeking to refresh their career and explore new ways of applying their skills. David provides consistent support, whether through thoughtful messages or engaging conversations, and nothing is ever too much trouble. He takes genuine pride in the progress you make. For me, it’s an outstanding 100%!”
Dean Garnham · Digital Transformation, previously a Radiographer
“He helped me identify and recognise my skill set, and made me realise how valued these skills would be outside a healthcare setting. It made me think about my future with a very different perspective and has given me the confidence to make positive changes.”
TM · Nurse
“David helped me reflect on my career, better understand my own behaviours and aspirations, and think critically about my current role. He helped me step back and recognise my skill set, and how I am, or am not, using it to my full potential. A truly insightful and rewarding process.”
KS · Director, previously a Radiographer
“David brings a genuinely positive outlook to every conversation. He’s a fantastic listener and helped me untangle my own thoughts and priorities, which gave me the clarity I needed to make confident decisions about the direction of my business and a better work-life balance.”
AH · Healthcare Manager
CVs that get answered
“Before I started working with David, I was a bit sceptical of the process, and wasn’t really sure I was going to come away with a CV that I could be happy with. Two weeks later, I now have a CV which has absolutely restored my confidence, that is jam-packed with stats and data showing what I’ve achieved. He’s a delight to work with, and if you’re sitting on the fence about working with someone to turbocharge your CV, don’t hesitate – he’s the real deal.”
Jax Jacobsen · Policy and Strategic Communications
“His advice helped me recognise the value of my clinical experience, leadership skills and transferable strengths after many years working in complex care environments. He offered encouragement, insight and a professional perspective that genuinely helped rebuild my confidence.”
Alexandra Moraru · Clinical Lead Nurse, RGN
“David was a great help in advising a new approach to creating a CV that stood out. After 18 months of searching in a particularly competitive market, the first application with the new CV bore fruit. It really has helped get me back on track.”
Ed Birchmore · UX Designer and Digital Strategist
“David helped me develop and strengthen my CV, and I now feel much more confident in both my CV and my job search. He took the time to understand what I wanted to achieve and provided advice that was tailored to my career goals.”
Karley Smith · Underwriter
Building something of your own
“David has been an amazing support network and help as I founded my own company and took the step out of my comfort zone. He is highly knowledgeable about how to run a business and I would recommend to anyone!”
Rebecca Congreve · Founder, Cash Academy
“His advice has helped us streamline elements of the business and look at things from a different perspective. We highly recommend David at Via Nova for his advice, his kind yet firm approach and his process to work through issues.”
MG · Small Business Owner
“He has a rare talent for using the lessons from your previous career as a springboard into your next chapter.”
Dr Elise Hickey · CEO
“Your passion and down-to-earth approach really stood out, and we’re excited about the opportunity. The plan is working.”
CJ · Business Startup Owners
From the podcast
“David is part of a small and dwindling group of people who have a mission far beyond the transactional. He’s clearly motivated by service to others and helping good people escape the boring, mundane, stressful and dull ‘traditional careers’ they are stuck in. Top man, easy to talk to, honest and extremely passionate about his mission.”
Paul Banks · Podcast Founder and Mentor
“He’s doing very important work helping healthcare professionals explore alternative career paths and think beyond traditional clinical roles, both professionally and financially. His podcast, Get A Shift On, is a great resource for healthcare professionals looking to broaden their perspective.”
Souad Menif, DDS · Dentist and LinkedIn Strategist
“He has a wonderfully inviting manner which instantly put me at ease. He carefully guided the conversation, expertly picking up on key points to discuss further. He’s a rare combination of expertise and genuine care.”
Louise Mcguill · Email Marketing Trainer
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