This client is a graduate student who came to me seeking writing support and accountability as she prepared to write her dissertation prospectus. She had been struggling with the writing process and was feeling stuck. Through our coaching sessions, email conversations, and voice memos, we identified the root cause of her writer's block. She felt that she needed to keep reading and learning more before writing, but we worked together to help her realize that she had enough information to write a strong proposal. Once this realization hit, her writer's block disappeared, and as she said it she “hit the pedal to the metal,” finishing her proposal and defending it just weeks later. By identifying the root cause of her writer's block and helping her shift her mindset, we were able to help her achieve her goals and move forward with confidence. I’m so proud of her!

Another client who is a doctoral candidate came to me for assistance with applying to dissertation year fellowships. I provided oral and written feedback on her application materials and with my support she was awarded a highly competitive external fellowship. She then came back to me for support with setting up organizational systems and standard operating procedures to work more efficiently. We reviewed her many roles and responsibilities and came up with different time management and dissertation writing strategies to ensure she made progress in her graduate program. She also came to me for assistance with applying to postdoctoral fellowships. I guided her through the process of applying including answering technical and logistical questions to clarify the process. She ended up getting selected for a highly prestigious postdoctoral fellowship intended for outstanding women and minority PhDs. She is now working towards completing her dissertation and graduating.

I have a client, an early career professional, who approached me seeking support in preparing for job applications and interviews, as well as guidance in personal and career development. With a passion for supporting first-gen BIPOC students, they set their sights on a director-level position at a public university. During our sessions, we worked on identifying their strengths and unique contributions, crafting job materials that showcased their identity and expertise, and preparing for interview questions. We also worked on creating work systems and strategies that prioritized their well-being, asking for help when needed, and setting boundaries to prevent burnout. As a result, they landed their dream job and since then, they have developed solid relationships with their team, implemented effective programs for supporting students, and they have learned to prioritize their own self-care and growth in the process.