✨ What clients are saying

My session with Maya was one of the best career coaching sessions I have had. Her emotional intelligence and ability to ask really important guiding questions of me helped me understand a bit more what I'm currently struggling with in my career pivot. She also had a great way of providing feedback - reflecting back at me what I was saying, gently making suggestions, etc. Highly recommend for career coaching.

If you're thinking of booking Mahrukh, please do it. I honestly can't recommend her enough. As a practitioner navigating my career path in social impact, I initially booked a 30-minute session with her just to get a feel of things, but I was so inspired by how much value she gave in just that one conversation that I immediately signed up for her 60-minute session. And I am so, so glad I did. From the beginning, Mahrukh was incredibly kind and encouraging. She didn't just tell me what to do but she also listened, asked thoughtful questions, and gave me so much clarity about where I'm headed. What I found most valuable was how she helped me reflect on what I want not just in terms of degrees or jobs but what kind of impact I want to make. She asked questions that made me think more deeply about my goals and helped me see things more clearly. After our sessions, she shared a really helpful roadmap that I could use for my career development, along with super useful resources that were directly relevant to my career path and that I've already started exploring for both my academic and professional journey. The best part? She connected me with actual volunteer opportunities that are so relevant to the work I'm doing right now. As someone in this field, it was so valuable to hear from her experience. Mahrukh isn't just a coach but someone who genuinely cares. She gives you space to reflect, she gives you structure, and she gives you so much belief in yourself. She doesn't just guide you but also encourages you in a way that makes you feel seen and hopeful. That kind of support really stays with you. Mahrukh has made a huge difference in how I think about my academic and professional journey. Highly, highly recommend her if you want someone to help you take that next step forward—she is the person you want in your corner.

I had the privilege of being mentored by Maya for three months under the REDI collective mentoring scheme for young professionals of color in the international development and social impact space. Being under her menteeship was inspiring. Maya's extensive experience, having worked in numerous countries and across various working languages, showed her living life as a trailblazer with a patchwork career, an unconventional path that is now becoming the norm. From every interaction with her, it was evident how skilled and prepared she is. She was always on top of the agenda, preparing for our sessions, setting homework tasks, and using AI to keep and share notes. Maya provided invaluable advice on identifying the right company fit and knowing when to say no to opportunities that aren't aligned with my goals. She exemplified lifelong learning, particularly in acquiring new languages and using them professionally, a goal I have always aspired to but never had much exposure to. She guided me on how to search for roles, consider what I truly want from my career, and effectively network and use LinkedIn. Maya also shared insights on finding scholarships and fellowships, and she has continued to support me with resources even after our formal mentorship ended. Maya, you have really supported me during a formative part of my career, and I am incredibly grateful for the time you took to share your knowledge and help me learn from you. You have influenced my perspective on the type of company I want to work for and provided invaluable support in language learning, job searching, and more.

I was advised by Maya during a three month career coaching program. I felt professionally stagnant and was feeling pigeonholed. The coaching was very valuable. Maya helped me find out what first step was most important for my career exploration. They also shared with me dozens of resources. The result of coaching is that I am now gaining new professional experiences! The experiences are more creative and better aligned with my ambitions. It’s got my soul being nourished. Many of the seeds Maya helped me plant are continuing to flourish and I’m seeing broader opportunities for my future. I’m very grateful. Maya has a special gift to spark excitement and connect new ideas. Highly recommend!

Talking to Maya was really helpful. She is genuinely interested in finding out what exactly you are looking for and then makes very thoughtful suggestions and also asks questions that point you right into potential aha moments. I highly recommend her for getting unstuck in your professional path.

I worked with Maya for a few sessions while determining next steps in my career and navigating a career transition. Maya was friendly, and provided valuable insight on ways to enhance my career search and stand out as a candidate. She provided thoughtful responses, meaningful guidance, and a supportive space for me to discuss the best way forward.

Through working with Maya for a few sessions in career coaching, I gained more clarity in my career transition, and most of all, it really helped to have Maya as a thought-partner cheering for my success. I now feel less alone and isolated, and I feel more confident to keep going toward my dreams!

Maya is very patient, kind, and thorough, and through her questions brings out aspects or factors one may not have thought of in navigating their career.