Impact of professional coaching, as shared by international professionals and leaders
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"As a newly arrived employee in a new organisation and new country, I found the transition period challenging and needed support. My motivation and productivity suffered.
Through the coaching work Katia helped me to find the right answers inside me. She helped me to put fire to my cold coil, which is normally hot and heating. According to my life philosophy at that point i was a "log" and thanks to the coaching practices i transformed into a canoe and took the paddle ito my hands.
Katia not only had sessions with me, but also gave me some home tasks, that allowed me to continue working between sessions and deeply explore my mind searching for the answers. They were found.
The result was very positive. I regained my motivation, enthusiasm, and energy. I learnt to be more gentle and forgiving to myself. Over the period of our sessions i managed to achieve several work goals and my life tasks.
I'm thankful to Katia for professionalism and kindness.
I'm thankful to ITER for the opportunity to have this coaching program."
International employee at ITER (multi-national nuclear fusion project)
Zelinda
"I want to express my sincere gratitude for your mentorship and guidance in my career growth.
The encouragement, enthusiasm, inner strength with which you speak, drawing on humbling management experiences has had a huge impact on me as an individual and at work.
I must say since the first day we met, my life and work in the humanitarian context have been extraordinarily of highest standards, thanks to you Katia.
Words can never be enough to say thank you for building me into a strong person, standing tall amidst the evolving leadership in an emergency context.
Many thanks for supporting and guiding my career"
Team Leader at UNHCR, UN Refugee Agency
“Many thanks for fantastic coaching sessions!
The practical tools we used along our sessions helped me by making me more aware of my strengths and values.
Self-awareness allowed me to learn how to better handle challenging situations at work, as well as look at problems through logical thinking and not reactive side- which gives me great sense of balance.
Your open-minded and personalized approach along with strong knowledge and professionalism helped me to go through transformation and I hope other people have an opportunity to change their lives for better by working with you!”
Procurement Manager at Danone
"Being coached by Katia helped me to trust in myself.
I have gained a lot of confidence in myself as a manager. I have developed a plan for my work and life balance, which will help me to find an inner peace for myself and share it within my team.
Coaching also helped me to become a confident leader and manager for my team. It helped me to see though some conflict situations and find efficient solutions to resolve them.
It helped me to understand the needs of my team members and to find better ways to improve communication skills.
I would wish to repeat this sessions with my coach in a one year to see the progress further.
I would like to thank Katia tremendously for being there for me. She was very nice, very humble and attentive to my needs. She helped me very much to build a confidence in myself"
Nargiza, Team Lead at the United Nations
Ekaterina
"I had an outstanding coaching experience with Katia. As a Regional Communications Officer for Europe and CIS with the United Nations Volunteers Programme (UNV), I had the privilege of working with Katia during my leadership development training and beyond, witnessing the profound impact this work had on my personal and professional life.
Katia is an exceptional professional who embodies the true essence of coaching. She always kept a structured
approach, challenged me positively, and helped me to focus, creating a vibrant but safe space for open dialogue.
With all my heart I recommend Katia for anyone seeking professional guidance and growth. Her coaching style is transformative, and the impact she had on my life and career is immeasurable. I became a more confident and graceful person. I got a promotion and joined the UNV HQ team in Germany. This happened thanks to the high performance and positive results I gained for the organization during the challenging year of 2022. This all was possible thanks to Katia’s professional support.
In terms of the coaching process, Katia has a signature technique to connect psychological achievements with the body. Through her guidance, I gained a deeper awareness of how my body reacted to different situations and how body language played a crucial role in communication. This mind-body approach has been invaluable for me in managing challenging situations with grace and authenticity.
Throughout our journey, Katia always demonstrated a deeply sincere level of compassion and support. She
genuinely cared about my growth and well-being, making me feel heard, understood, and encouraged on every step of the way. Such empathetic nature of coaching empowered me to face challenges with newfound confidence.
Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions or would like further insights into my experience with Katia."
Communications Expert at United Nations
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“Coaching allowed me to understand myself better. The whole course of work with the coach made it possible to determine development goals and gradually move towards them.
For me, coaching has brought an opportunity to learn and develop myself, especially in the area of emotional intelligence. I stopped overloading myself with tasks out of my control, started setting priorities and personal boundaries correctly, and stopped worrying about events that were beyond my ability to manage them.
My coach did a fantastic job. Her individual approach allowed each time to consider the problem more widely and from different angles. She is applying different methods to reach the goals. I liked that she suggested trying new techniques, if the situation was stuck a bit.
The proposed exercises were interesting and as a result they brought an effect for me.
I would like to thank my coach Katia a lot for this effective period and wish her all the best!”
Engineer at ITER
Alina
“As a young professional exploring the world of new career opportunities in the international non-profit sector, I was really delighted with all the useful tips and understanding I got during my coaching sessions with Katia.
Katia's active listening created comforting atmosphere contributed to a quick building of trusting relations.
The questions she asked and the issues raised at the sessions helped me to obtain a different career strategy perspective.
It's with great pleasure I give my feedback and encourage you to use your opportunity and have a highly professional and joyful coaching session!”
United Nations Volunteer at Unicef
“Dear Katia,
I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for your support and guidance. Your assistance has been instrumental in my personal growth and development, and I am truly grateful for the time and effort you have dedicated to helping me. The two sessions we had together were particularly beneficial, as they allowed me to:
*Connect with my feelings and emotions more deeply, which enabled me to gain a better understanding of my emotional state and how it impacts my daily life.
*Elaborate on my thoughts and experiences, which provided me with a renewed sense of clarity and purpose.
As a result of these sessions, I feel much better and more equipped to navigate the challenges I face. Your expertise and compassion have made a significant difference in my life, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to work with you.
Thank you.
Best regards,”
Professional at UNESCO
“I am very grateful for this opportunity.
From the very beginning it was very easy for me to speak about my personal things with someone I didn’t yet know very well.
I thank Katia for helping me to overcome some of my problems. She made a great contribution in assisting me in my efforts of searching for the proper way of achieving my goals”
Engineer at ITER
“I believe it was a hard thing to be a coach for such a person like me. I didn't know I had to fix anything, I didn't know how coaches work, I was feeling weird in the beginning as I didn't know what to answer and what challenges to work on.
Then after couple of sessions I finally shaped my goal in my head.
I'd like to thank Katia for her invaluable contribution and support throughout the course of coaching!
She made me feel more confident, taught me how to ask questions to myself and find the answers. I really appreciate that!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart :)”
Country Coordinator at the United Nations