Embrace the power of being yourself

What people are saying

  • “I've read many self-help books and this one is by far the most practical. It's full of powerful exercises and no nonsense advice. I'm only halfway through the questions and have already had some big realisations about what is frustrating me and what I can do about it. Highly recommend.”

    Alexander S

  • “This excellent book helps you consider a series of thought-provoking life questions with an approachable, practical style that focuses on identifying actionable answers. Although I very much enjoyed reading it straight through, its real value comes when - as its author recommends - you use it as a process guide, working through its topics and exercises over time. You're challenged to think about yourself with a degree of honesty that's not always easy or comfortable, but stick at it - the answers you uncover can be liberating!”

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  • "Maximum You provides lots of thought provoking questions and scenarios which I find really helpful - and it's efficient unlike so many other books in the "self-help" vein which say the same thing over and over until I feel like they are getting paid by the word! The thing that takes time with Maximum You is thinking about the answers to the questions and how to take the actions on the back of it".

    Rhiannon

  • "This book has been a really good reminder and about taking responsibility and letting others be themselves. I have battled with this fear that I’m letting others off the hook too easily if I let them be authentic and I realise that’s probably how I am with myself and I’m projecting it onto others…. It was the permission I needed to go easy on myself and others. And a reminder that I can break the pattern. Emilie manages to encourage accountability without invoking shame. She gives the thing we are all looking for…. Permission"

    Sarah

  • "Emilie doesn't hold back in the amount of questions and exercises she shares, so you can self-coach and feel confident to make any adjustments as you move toward living more authentically".

    Jenny

The power of living authentically

Are you always comparing yourself to others and feeling you should be more like them? Do you put energy into looking like you have everything together when inside you feel like an anxious imposter? Are you unsure what you should be doing with your life and the goals you should be working towards?

Maximum You will take you on a journey to better understand yourself and define a way of living that is right for you. With ‘Know yourself’ questions and exercises to work through in each chapter, this book can give you the insights you need to live a fulfilled and happy life, whilst embracing being Maximum You.

Why I wrote 'Maximum You

Becoming an author and publishing Maximum You is a dream come true. For a long time I have wanted to be able to share what I have learnt as a coach with a wider audience, sharing the practical exercises and reflection questions that have helped my clients step into their authentic power.

In order to really take care of ourselves we have to first take the time to understand who we truly are and then develop the skills, habits and mindset to embrace and take care of our whole selves.

Maximum You will help you to develop a better understanding of yourself and give you the tools to live an authentic fulfilled and happy life.

Meet Emilie West

Recognised in the Brummel’s ‘Ones to Watch, Top 30 under 40’ city list, Emilie has coached over 600 clients in the banking, legal and service sectors. Before launching Alchemy Coaching in London, Emilie worked for 15 years in Investment Banking, including holding senior roles at RBS. Emilie holds a degree in Economics from Warwick University, is a qualified Nutritional Therapist and an accredited Emotional Intelligence Coach for Multi Health Systems EQi assessments.