Meet Amy
Amy Milnes, also known as The Wise Owl Coach and the driving force behind Wise Owl Coaching & Consulting, is a coach, facilitator, and consultant who partners with individuals and organisations to build confidence, develop leaders, and create inclusive workplaces.
Drawing on experience across recruitment, HR, learning and development, and career progression, along with lived and professional experience with neurodivergence, Amy brings unique insight into human behaviour and inclusive practice, shaping coaching and consulting that work for everyone.
Amy is a Credentialed Practitioner of Coaching, with formal qualifications in Human Resources and Training & Assessment, and accreditations as a Mental Health First Aider and Extended DISC® Practitioner, supported by ongoing professional development in neurodivergence and inclusive practice.
She is also the creator and host of Wise Owl Conversations, a podcast featuring open and authentic conversations with everyday people about navigating life with neurodivergence or supporting someone who is (keep scrolling to check this out), and has co-authored a book of real-life stories about navigating change.
Work With Me
Are you capable, experienced, and quietly running on empty?
You’re intelligent, experienced, and deeply thoughtful.
You’ve built a strong career.
You take responsibility.
You care about doing good work.
You’ve read the books.
Tried the systems.
Pushed yourself harder.
And yet, work and life still feel heavier than they should.
You may be:
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carrying constant cognitive and emotional load
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questioning whether your current path still fits
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navigating burnout, transition, or growing complexity
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feeling under-utilised, misaligned, or uncertain about next steps
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wondering what “success” looks like now
For many high-performing professionals, the old rulebooks stop working over time.
Not because anything is wrong with you.
But because your role, environment, and expectations have changed, and your way of working needs to evolve with them.
Over time, this can lead to:
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chronic overwhelm
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self-doubt
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loss of confidence
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decision fatigue
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disengagement
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playing smaller than you need to
And eventually, you start to hold back.
From opportunities.
From influence.
From conversations that matter.
There is a better way...
One that is structured, practical, and grounded in neuroinclusive, evidence-informed practice.
In our work together, we focus on:
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understanding how you operate at your best
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clarifying strengths, values, and priorities
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rebuilding confidence and strategic clarity
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creating pathways for realistic, sustainable ways of working
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strengthening communication and influence
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working with your brain and your brilliance (even if hidden)
My approach blends reflective coaching with practical, consultative insight.
Clients describe sessions as calm, grounded, and deeply clarifying. A space where they can think properly, regain perspective, and move forward with confidence.
Whether you’re seeking a focused reset, a deeper strategic conversation, or longer-term development, you can explore the available booking options below.
Wise Owl's Vision
A world of where every brain is valued and every person has the confidence to thrive.
Wise Owl's Values
Inclusion & Equity
Every brain and every person deserves to be valued. We create spaces where difference is celebrated, and everyone has a fair chance to succeed.
Co-Creation
Real change happens with people, not to them. We design solutions in partnership with individuals and organisations.
Authenticity
We believe in creating authentic and inclusive spaces where people feel safe to show up as their true selves and be respected for who they are.
Respect
We value each person’s humanity and lived experience. Respect for people and their stories guides every coaching conversation, workshop, and partnership.
Clients & Partners
With over 10 years of experience in business, Wise Owl Coaching & Consulting (formerly Wise Owl Resumes & Business Solutions) has supported hundreds of individuals in gaining clarity, building confidence, and taking meaningful steps forward.
We’re proud to work with individuals and organisations who value growth, inclusion, and impact. Our client and partner relationships are built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to creating positive, lasting change.
