“Put simply, I wouldn’t have a career to speak of if not for Vicki Fong. Vicki quite literally transformed my life and trajectory, with not just her astute knowledge of all things art and industry, but also with her compassion, empathy and kindness.

I was two terms into the RCA, feeling very lost and on the brink of being kicked out. I quite frankly had no idea what I was doing, except that I was doing everything wrong. And then along came Vicki, she can see the good and potential in anyone, even those of us who had already been written off, even by ourselves. She explained everything to me, in a practical way that just completely and utterly “clicked”. Others had tried to get through to me, but Vicki has that completely rare ability to connect with anyone in the way that they personally need to develop.

I managed to take my creative practice from ground-zero and back of the pack, to winning awards and securing opportunities I only could have dreamt even months prior. She’s an energy pill that invigorates. But also I will say this, she isn’t an enabler, Vicki is going to tell you what you need to hear to really push through and break those creative plateaus. It’s through Vicki, that I was taught never to play it safe, and the only way to grow is persisting through the uncomfortability of a challenge.

Everyone will have their own Vicki origin-story, and they will each say she’s made a monumental impact on their development and trajectory. Vicki is the kind of person I would literally hire for any role imaginable, because she’s so hard-working, innovative, passionate, professional, kind, disciplined, the list goes on and on. I count her as one of a very select handful of people I think the absolute highest of, and this testimonial alone cannot articulate how phenomenal she truly is. I will continue to seek her counsel at crossroads throughout the decades to come, as I know first hand she always goes above and beyond in every way imaginable. And any of us would be lucky to cross paths with a person such as Vicki even once in our lifetimes.”

“Vicki made me believe I had potential for both getting a PhD and having my own business, and now thanks to her I lead a materials innovation startup which has raised £2M in funding and is about to launch its first product at industrial scale!

She has pushed me to achieve my potential with her unwavering faith in me. Culture Code is my favourite book ever and she recommended it! I can’t ever thank her enough”

“Vicki has been a mentor and reliable resource for guidance and advice since the beginning of my MA in Textiles at the Royal College of Art. She has this incredibly rare ability to sift through the chaos and overwhelm that all too often paralyses and occupies the minds of creative practitioners and sort out what is useful and valuable.

She was my go-to person during uni and she is my go-to person to this day. After graduating from my MA I started working in the fashion industry, because it felt like „the right“ and expected thing to do. It was the opposite of the fine art career I had envisioned for myself during my MA and which Vicki always supported and encouraged.

After a year of being immersed in a field that felt inauthentic to my deepest being, I made the decision to quit and start new. I felt scared, overwhelmed and full of self-doubt. In this time of diffidence I contacted Vicki and asked her for a consultation session. During this session, she broke down a seemingly unclimbable mountain of tasks into bite-sized pieces. The hour with her helped me to shut down all the voices coming from within and from the outside that told me to follow a “should” path that doesn’t align with my real goals, aims, values and dreams. It is really difficult to justify sometimes, on your own to your surroundings and yourself, a career that might be seen as unconventional and unsafe. It all can feel so overwhelming. A huge wall in front of you and no way up in sight.

Speaking to her, going through the steps I could take as well as to hear how she saw and where she positioned me as a creative was so incredible valuable. Not only for me personally, my confidence and clarity, but also for the conversations I had with people close to me afterwards.

In exchange with Vicki you feel understood. Seen. Never in a way that feels insincere, inauthentic or superficial but always genuine. She is not an enabler and won’t sugar coat, which is rare to find and all the more valuable. A conversation with her will always include productive criticism when needed, challenging questions that force you to reflect and a clear direction and action plan.

Vicki is a force. A person that thrives when being faced with a challenge. Always full of energy and infectious excitement to take on tasks ahead.

Following the consultation with Vicki I took the leap, went freelance and started focussing on art making. I invested in an art studio and fully dedicated myself to the path chosen. I have not looked back once and though I am faced with challenges constantly, I feel confident and grateful to work towards something that feels meaningful to me and that I would have almost abandoned if it wouldn’t have been for the consultation with Vicki and the seeds we planted together in this conversation. In so many ways this consultation was important for me, which is why I recommended everyone that feels like they’ve reached a plateau/dead-road/breaking-point with full conviction to consider one with Vicki too.”

“I booked a session with Vicki to discuss my career path into the art industry which I felt increasingly unsure about having accepted a full time job following my graduation from the RCA.

The session was insightful and inspiring since Vicki has the unique ability to pick up on one’s strengths, passions and values, empowering them with confidence to take steps in the right direction for their personal and professional growth.

I honestly cannot recommend booking a session with Vicki more! She really dives in and connects with the individual and has a deep understanding of what steps need to be taken to work towards one’s goals and ambitions.

It has literally been life changing for me and now, with Vicki’s encouragement in the beginning, I’m working as a freelance full time artist.”

“I reached out to Vicki for a consultation session having personally experienced her exceptionally motivational delivery during lectures and workshops at the RCA. Wishing to expand my creative practice and apply for lecturing positions, I came to Vicki with the intent of enhancing my profile and tailoring my CV to meet both a creative and academic context.

In just one session, Vicki transformed my CV, in the space of only one hour she helped me to achieve a task which on my own, I would have spent weeks agonising over. The support I received from Vicki was personal and attentive, but most of all, allowed me to see the value and depth of the skillset I hold. Giving me a new sense of confidence.

Following my session with Vicki, I had success in the first lecturing position I applied for. Vicki really is a coaching master! I am sure, as my profession evolves, I myself will return time and time again for many more sessions with Vicki, for her invaluable guidance.”

“Vicki has made a hugely positive impact on my professional practice as an artist and I would absolutely recommend others to book in with her. My experience of working with Vicki is that she always has her client’s best interest at heart as she generously shares her insights and advice for the benefit of the client she is working with.

I was at a point on my MA studies where I felt I needed an in-depth tutorial regarding aspects of my professional practice including CV formatting for different industries, digital portfolio planning, and strategies for seeking out work in academia. I knew that having 1 to 1 sessions with Vicki would provide me with clear and actionable steps for all the aspects I needed support with, as well as boosting my confidence, and setting my mind at ease about the future.

Vicki always goes above and beyond my expectations. We covered so much in each session and I always feel comfortable asking any question regardless of how simple or basic it might seem. My sessions were online which added to the efficiency because I was able to screen share and pull up any documents and references as we worked through our agreed plan for the session.

I found the sessions incredibly beneficial. Not only did I learn a huge amount about the different aspects we covered, but I felt reassured and confident about my direction, and the steps required to achieve my goals. Vicki’s experienced advice, commitment and energy is invaluable.

I am delighted to say that by following Vicki’s clear steps and strategies, I was offered a job in academia starting this September.”

“I am fortunate to have received a block of 5 in-person sessions, which proved to be transformative. My decision to seek guidance was rooted in Vicki’s exceptional portfolio sessions I had previously attended while at the Royal College of Art. During those sessions, we received in-depth practical Adobe knowledge along with holistic insights around structuring a successful portfolio.

Vicki’s wealth of experience across diverse industries results in an ability to seamlessly tailor advice to align with individual aspirations and desired professional trajectories. A proactive, reliable, and adaptable nature, coupled with a deep understanding of various sectors, enabled me to pinpoint the core essence of my work and personal identity, and how this can adapt to industry.

Throughout the sessions, Vicki presented pathways that matched my strengths and identified areas for development with guidance on addressing them. Vicki’s realism and practical insights ensured a well-balanced perspective while steadily progressing toward defining my identity as a designer.

The sessions allowed me to crystallize my goals and prioritize actionable steps to achieve them. Thanks to the guidance, outcomes have been attained that fill me with genuine pride and I have gained a clear understanding of my next steps. The pivotal role in my journey cannot be overstated, and Vicki’s services are wholeheartedly endorsed to anyone seeking to bridge the gap between their creative pursuits and the demands of the professional sphere. The experience has been nothing short of exceptional, and Vicki comes enthusiastically recommended!”