It Started With One Conversation

 

It all began with one person asking, “What can I do to increase my visibility in the organisation and get promoted?” Then another spoke to me about the challenging team dynamics he was facing. One by one, different voices shared their concerns — shifting topics, new stories, same space.

And I remained. Holding space. Listening with presence. Gently nudging them to think for themselves.

This was back in 2021 — the year I first discovered coaching. Eager to deepen my understanding of human behaviour, I also began studying Neuro-Linguistic Programming.

Fast forward to 2024, shortly after completing my PhD, the ever-curious learner in me whispered, “It’s time to start your ICF credentialing journey.” I felt a strong pull to not just practice coaching, but truly understand the process, the structure, and the deeper essence of it.

Being a coach within my organisation gave me a rich space to apply what I was learning. I chose Erickson - Xmonks for my ACC journey — and what a choice it was! A heartfelt thank you to Gaurav Arora and Preeti for creating a nurturing environment where our coaching minds could truly flourish.

Now, with over 100 hours of coaching, extensive training, and the invaluable guidance of my mentor Coach Latha B, I’m proud to have completed Level 1 of my coaching certification.

So, what’s next? Well… it’s time to gear up for my ICF Credentialing Exam. You thought that was the end of the story?

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