60 seconds with Melanie Law

Monday 15 September 2025

Tell us about your role and your organisation

I’m the founder and coach at Silverbirch Path, offering relaxed coaching in nature, online, or indoors. I help clients overcome obstacles that may be blocking their potential—so they can grow in confidence and feel happier in their lives.

Give us a brief overview of your career journey so far

I’ve been coaching for three years, initially within a health and fitness programme, and I love watching clients’ confidence grow over the course of our work together. I’m a qualified—soon to be accredited—coach and a member of the Association for Coaching. I often bring nature into sessions to help clients feel at ease and create space for their own solutions.

Before coaching, I worked as a sound engineer in broadcasting at BBC Northern Ireland. I’m also a ceramicist, selling through local markets and shops.

What is one skill that helps you most in your role and why?

Problem-solving through powerful questions. I guide clients to reach their own conclusions about what they need to move forward—asking the right question at the right time is key.

What advice do you have for women in your industry?

My mantra comes from the ’90s track Wear Sunscreen: “The race is long, and in the end, it’s only with yourself.” Do what makes you happy—if you stay true to that, it’s worth it.

Are there any exciting plans in the year ahead for your organisation?

Starting out is both daunting and exciting. There are plenty of plans in the pipeline—I’m looking forward to seeing where the next year takes me and Silverbirch Path.

Who has been your biggest career inspiration and why?

Annie Lennox. As a fellow redhead who also worked in a predominantly male industry, I’ve always admired how she stayed steadfastly herself—individual, androgynous in style, yet defiantly feminine and strong.

If you had to pick your soundtrack song to get you through the working day, what would it be?

“Enjoy the Silence” — Depeche Mode. Silence is a powerful coaching tool—giving people space to sit with their thoughts and find their own answers.

How can members connect with you?

Instagram: @silverbirchpathcoaching, @melanie_law__ or @melanie_law_ceramics

Website: www.silverbirchpath.com Email: melanie@silverbirchpath.com

Monday 15 September 2025