“Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.”
— Rumi
A single mother leaves the motherland
I have had to overcome many big challenges in my life — growing up in a family with a father who had an addiction, in a country that didn’t respect women, going through political turbulence as the Soviet Union (and my marriage) collapsed, and I had to provide for my family as a single mother. I developed wisdom, resilience and stamina. These traits served me well when my son and I moved to the US. Over the next few years I worked several jobs and became a successful businesswoman, establishing an insurance brokerage and small real estate investment firm.
Through my adult life I was a role model and mentor for many women. Intuitively I wanted to help other women overcome obstacles and see that they can succeed in anything they want. I am deeply grateful to those who have mentored and coached me, introducing me to tools, practices and resources, building my strength, skill set and spirit. Life coaching provided a framework and education for what I have always done informally; it helps me tap into my own powers, and use them to see, hear and help others.
It's so wonderful to witness the positive transformations in my clients as they become more inspired and hopeful. I’m always expanding my skill set; I work mostly with women early in their careers as well as mature women going through career and life shifts, to help them build character so they can excel and enjoy in work and life.
I would love to introduce you to the power of coaching, and to my unique style. Book a free, 30-minute preview session and let’s talk. This might prove to be the first step of your own wonderful, unstoppable journey.
Areas of focus include:
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Transformational Coaching
Transformational coaching is a form of coaching that focuses on helping individuals make deep, long-lasting changes in their lives. This type of coaching goes beyond surface-level improvements and seeks to address the underlying beliefs, values, and behaviors that may be holding a person back. Transformational coaching involves working closely with a coach to identify limiting beliefs and patterns of behavior that no longer serve the individual, and then developing a plan to replace those patterns with new, more empowering ones. Through the process of transformational coaching, individuals can gain greater clarity, confidence, and self-awareness, which can lead to significant improvements in their personal and professional lives.
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Entrepreneurial Mentorship
Entrepreneurial mentorship is a crucial aspect of life coaching that helps individuals develop the skills and mindset needed to succeed as entrepreneurs. An entrepreneurial mentor serves as a guide, providing advice, support, and resources to help individuals navigate the challenges of starting and growing a business. The mentor helps the individual identify their strengths and weaknesses, and develop a plan for achieving their goals. They also help the individual develop the necessary skills, such as leadership, communication, and problem-solving, that are essential for success in the entrepreneurial world. Through entrepreneurial mentorship, individuals can gain valuable insights and perspectives, as well as access to a network of contacts and resources that can help them achieve their dreams.
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Cross-Cultural Communication
Cross-cultural communication is an important component of life coaching that helps individuals navigate the complexities of communication in diverse cultural contexts. Effective cross-cultural communication requires an understanding of different cultural norms, values, and communication styles. A life coach can help individuals develop the skills and strategies needed to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries, such as active listening, empathy, and cultural sensitivity. The coach can also help the individual identify and overcome any barriers to effective cross-cultural communication, such as language barriers, cultural biases, or misunderstandings. Through cross-cultural communication coaching, individuals can gain the confidence and competence to communicate effectively in diverse cultural contexts, which can lead to greater success and fulfillment in both personal and professional relationships.
