Testimonials
"Working with Chanda has truly shifted my perspective in ways I didn’t anticipate, specifically in my personal & professional growth journey. I find myself stepping into leadership behaviors more often, staying calm under pressure, and feeling more at ease being myself—socially and professionally. Most noticeably my colleagues have responded favorably to the changes I've seen within myself.
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The biggest win for me was having someone to soundboard my self-limiting thoughts—thoughts that could have taken me down an unwanted path. My coach's ability to be a mirror, reflecting back my true strengths and values helped me pivot my mindset when I needed it the most. The hard work we did together has me experiencing a deeper sense of personal growth, feeling more comfortable with who I am and more confident in my journey forward. For that, I am incredibly grateful."
Rini Abraham, Director of Program Mgt, Cloudinary
"Chanda and I worked together over six months while I was starting to engage with my professional network and deciding which direction to take in the next phase of my work life. At the outset, Chanda takes the time to learn about you—your background, choices you’ve made, possible plans—and then gives you an independent view of your values and preferences. I found this to be particularly valuable and insightful.
We looked at the balance of time between work and other areas of one’s life and identified parts that are working well and those that could be strengthened. I liked that the emphasis in the beginning was less on specific roles I was considering and more on understanding the type of work I’d like to be doing.
I worked with Chanda while I was actively having conversations and each session she was able to listen to what was current for me and offer very useful ideas and advice for me to take away and act upon. In several instances she suggested a tool, activity or approach that made a positive impact on my conversations and choices."
John B Myers, Managing Director, Investment Management
"Working with Chanda has been a transformative experience that deepened my understanding of the power of presence, empathy, and intuition in coaching. Her ability to create a safe, nonjudgmental space allowed me to explore deeply, uncover insights, and connect with my own strengths. Chanda listens not just to words but to the emotions and energy beneath them, uncovering powerful truths that guide meaningful growth. Her thoughtful, empowering approach balances compassion with accountability, helping clients feel supported while gently encouraging them to stretch beyond their comfort zones. Chanda is a truly gifted coach, and I’m so grateful for the growth and clarity I’ve gained through our work together."
Jennifer Dougherty, Leadership Development, University of Nevada, School of Medicine
"I was introduced to Chanda through one of her colleagues from Compassion Institute, while reflecting and desiring more growth in my career projections. Over the three one-hour sessions I have had with her, Chanda was able to hone into what my core values are when it comes to my career path and what I am truly passionate about. What I appreciate the most about our sessions is that Chanda comes as a supporter of my journey, rather than an authoritative figure so that I can self-realize my potential. Her clear communication skills, wide scope of knowledge and actionable plans have truly made these sessions very valuable. With Chanda’s support, I have successfully been hired in a management position where I see myself growing and excelling in the long-run and that aligns with my values. I look forward to continuing my sessions with Chanda."
Tadashi Oguchi, Development Manager, Veggielution
"Chanda is an excellent coach, with a warm and inviting style. She listens actively, is adept at evoking awareness, and stimulating personal growth. She facilitates her client’s growth by working with them to tie together what she hears in conversation. She helped me envision the life I wanted, and then to look at parts of my life to identify where I was stuck, versus where I had made progress. We used tools that helped me become more patient with myself and honor my pace of progress. Keeping the big picture in mind, and refocusing on all parts of our lives (not just one area, like work or money) can be important to find the balance that we are seeking.
Carlainya Sickinger, Business Leader, Seattle, Washington
"I started working with Chanda because I was uncertain about how to navigate a career challenge. However, Chanda helped me see that my challenge was actually not just about my career, but one that I needed to ensure I tackled while considering my whole being. Chanda helped me to explore limited belief patterns and gave me tools to change those limiting beliefs to thoughts of empowerment. She not only helped me think about my professional well being but also the other elements of my life that are key to be in balance before making a big change. Chanda saw me as a whole person, not just a professional. She is a deep, caring listener and helps you find your own answers. I highly recommend working with Chanda if you need a boost in life!"
Fraiser Opel, Sustainability Director, Nike
“I endorse Chanda as a highly skilled coach who has helped me navigate multiple professional and personal challenges in the last few years. Over our many sessions, she has offered practical and actionable feedback for improved stakeholder communication, team management as well as negotiation discussions. Chanda has offered valuable insights to help me create a vision of the career path that I would like to pursue in the next 5-10 years. She is empathetic and is able to tweak her approach depending on your personality, learning style and your changing mindset as you navigate through challenging situations.”
Nandita Gokhale, Manager, Technical Product Management, Nike
"I've known Chanda for over three decades and can attest to her sincere and tireless approach not only to career guidance but to life itself. Over the years, she has been my career cheerleader, sowing the seeds of “not settling for less”, without me even recognizing it. When I reached a point where it was clear that I should demand more of myself and those around me and jump into the next level, Chanda was there pushing me forward whenever I wanted to give up. When she sent me the book “Women Don't Ask” I decided to take the plunge and ask for what I thought I deserved no matter how outageous it sounded to me. She was one of the first people I shared the news that I got it! I wholeheartedly recommend Chanda as a coach and partner along your career journey!"
Nermeen Ismail, Distinguished Engineer, Cisco