About Us

Real World consulting helps charities and public services do what they do.

I founded Real World because I want to add real value to real work, and have a real impact.

Having worked across both the public sector and third sector for over twenty years, I really get it.

I know what it’s like for you and your teams on a day-to-day basis. You have a huge number of competing pressures. You’re keeping front-line services running, navigating the complexity of public policy, reacting to shifting legislation and guidance, finding a way through complicated governance structures and organisational change, paying attention to finance and fundraising, building and maintaining wide-ranging networks of stakeholders, and much, much more.

It’s not surprising that sometimes you might need a fresh perspective, another pair of hands, additional expertise, or simply the ability to hand off a key piece of work.

Time is always tight, and the stakes are usually high. You need someone who listens to what you need, understands what you want, and delivers what you’ve asked for.

At Real World, that’s exactly what you’ll get.

Don’t just take my word for it. Take a look at what previous clients have to say about the work they’ve commissioned…

“Bec brought originality of thought and approaches to the project, helping us to think about our charity’s work in new ways and to think through our strategic options by asking pertinent and informed questions…. Her work was highly commended by our Board of Trustees and in fact we then commissioned a further piece of work.”

“Bec was recommended to us and we are so glad she was able to slip into the role and help staff during a difficult period for the charity. She continued fragile relationships and dealt with difficult situations professionally, ensuring our reputation was protected.”

“Can I just say a massive thank you for your help on getting this work over the line? Before we appointed you there was simply no way forward in hitting the timeline that had been set. You have been an absolute star since Day 1.”