Although I wanted to work in the international development/humanitarian sector since my childhood, I started my career in the private sector. I moved from the private sector to the UN, UN to NGO, and now I am a business owner/career coach. I have over 20 years of experience and have worked in 19 countries. Having gone through all these transitions, I can tell these transitions are possible, but we need to be resilient and also need to be strategic. Transitioning into an international development/humanitarian career is challenging, but transitioning from these sectors can also be challenging for various reasons. These transitions can also be difficult for the accompanying spouse/partner. 

The clients’ career transitions can affect their families and their lives in general. So, my coaching conversation with clients often goes beyond their careers. I take a holistic approach, focusing on my clients’ longer-term career/life satisfaction. The clients’ transition can also often be nuanced due to grief related to various losses, including job loss, health problems, empty nesting, bereavement, divorce, separation, retirement or other life transitions. As a certified trauma-informed and grief coach, I hold a safe, non-judgmental space for uncertainty while helping people reconnect with meaning, resilience, and ikigai during transitions.

Making a mid-life and cross-cultural career transition can be challenging, but you do not have to go through this transition alone. I have personally been on the same path you are on and can assist you with your journey. Working with a career coach is an investment in your future, your long-term career satisfaction, and your happiness. My coaching will add value to your journey by assisting you with:

• Identifying your career vision, values, passion, strengths, interests, and preferences.

• Discovering career options aligned with your vision, values, passion, strengths, interests, and preferences identified.

• Developing a realistic career strategy and helping you stay focused on your career search (or business-building) efforts by streamlining the process.

• Keeping yourself motivated and accountable for taking necessary actions to land a job you love.

If you are transitioning into retirement, I can assist you in reflecting on your identity and values, and finding meaning and purpose in retirement. 

Below, you can find different options for my coaching service*. Please note, these are the basic packages*. We can tailor it based on your specific needs and circumstances.