Vanessa Spasovski, VP of Operations at AgelessRx
I initially sought coaching to help me advance into the next career phase. I felt burnt out and isolated in my role, and I wanted to explore the "why" behind that before moving on to "what's next." Since working with Aarti, I have identified and articulated my values, discovered what inspires and motivates me, reflected on my career journey so far, embraced positive affirmations, and implemented helpful leadership frameworks into my day-to-day. Aarti's coaching was personalized, genuine, empathetic, and purposeful. She often embraced being a coach, a consultant, and a mentor all within a single session, depending on my needs. Without that approach, I would not have been able to get this place of acceptance and eagerness to move forward with confidence as quickly as she empowered me to discover it.
Paige Honeycomb, Chief of Staff at Puzzle
“From my first session with Aarti, I knew she was the perfect coach for me as a Chief of Staff with great professional aspirations. Aarti's vast industry experience, paired with her exceptional coaching skills, has helped me navigate some of the most difficult times during my Chief of Staff role. It is very easy to feel lonely in this role, but Aarti has helped me build a toolkit to overcome virtually any situation with poise.”
Melissa Sandgren, Director at Airbnb
"Working with Aarti was a fantastic experience. She expertly guided me through some major professional, personal, and relationship challenges, offering insightful and practical advice that truly made a difference. Her compassionate approach, insightful questions and deep understanding not only helped me clarify my goals but also empowered me to take bold steps forward. The final outcome was much more in line with my future aspirations, and I’m deeply grateful for her support. I highly recommend her coaching to anyone looking to make meaningful changes in their life."
Jolie Chan, Chief of Staff at Aclima
“Aarti is a master of her craft, and as a former Chief of Staff and operating leader, she understands the breadth of challenges and opportunities that come with these complex, often ambiguous leadership roles at different stages of a company’s life cycle. She’s a thoughtful and trusted consultant, coach, and co-pilot in one person, and will equip you with the tools, frameworks, and resources needed to navigate every chapter of your career & beyond. If you’re a leader looking to take meaningful leaps to better align your professional journey with your purpose or amplify your impact and capacity to serve your team/organization, I highly recommend reaching out to her!”
Ben Cabangun, Chief of Staff at San Francisco Aids Foundation
"The Chief of Staff role is new to our company. Through my work with Aarti, I've gained the knowledge, skill, and confidence to articulate a scope that is most valuable to the organization and our CEO. In just 3 months, I was able to design an approach for a two-year strategic initiative that will advance my organization's executive culture, operations, and strategy, and most importantly--maximize our impact in the communities that we serve. "
Brooke Gray, Chief Operating Officer at Tennesseans for Student Success
“When I reached out to my Aarti, I was looking to bridge the gap in my expertise as a Chief of Staff and prepare for a transition to the role of Chief Operating Officer. I wanted guidance on scaling my operational skills and strategic leadership. Since we started working together, I've learned valuable techniques for effective communication and team management, growing both professionally and personally. Without her coaching, I would not have been as confident about seeking out a new role as COO.”
Nandi Radmer, Chief of Staff at Gigs
“When I reached out to Aarti for executive coaching, I was seeking an external sparring partner and guidance to grow in my role as a Chief of Staff, looking for strategies to enhance my leadership capabilities and streamline operations within our scaling organization. Since beginning our sessions, I've witnessed substantial changes in my approach to delegating, seeking growth opportunities that align with my values, and strategic planning. Aarti's coaching has equipped me with the tools and confidence to navigate a continually changing CoS environment with consistent high performance. I've learned to leverage my strengths more effectively and develop areas where I had room for improvement, transforming how I lead and contribute to my organization's success. Without Aarti's coaching, I would not have been able to achieve such a significant leap in my professional development and leadership journey.”
Roberta Ferraz, Director of Technology at Avenues The World School
“When I first reached out for coaching, I was seeking clarity and direction in my career, uncertain about the next steps toward operational leadership. Aarti’s blend of coaching and consulting and her skillful questioning prompted me to reflect deeply on my choices and realize that transitioning to an operational leadership role was a natural fit for me. Since working with Aarti, I’ve gained a clearer understanding of my goals and devised practical steps to achieve them.'“
Zara Kamruddin, Chief of Staff at KPMG
“When pursuing a coach, I was seeking someone who could identify with the size company and matrixed organization I was working in. It was important they knew that at the time I didn't know anyone else in the type of role at the company, so there was a ton of opportunity to create a framework. The changes and results I've seen since working with Aarti always come back to confidence. Oftentimes during our sessions, she'd led me to unveil the answer for myself, it just took time for me to reflect with her that what I needed to be successful was already there, I just needed to tap into it. Aarti is a very poised and impressive person. I cannot imagine having started my role without her coaching and consultation. I showed up with frustration, confusion, tears... you name it. Nothing was too big or small for her to navigate.”
Matt Cuozzo, Chief of Staff at Excelencia in Education
“Aarti coached me in ways I didn't know I needed. I began the coaching relationship seeking content knowledge in various areas, and she engaged me in conversations that were much deeper and more foundational to my Chief of Staff role. Aarti challenged me to think more strategically about the success of my organization and my role within it.”
Hannah Kang, Chief of Staff at Quiet Capital
“Aarti is not only a great coach/consultant, but she's overall an incredibly kind and intelligent individual. Through true empathetic fashion, she's helped me align my core values as a guiding principle in my decisions and mental frameworks. Her strategies for delegation, prioritization, and team engagement have improved my effectiveness and confidence as a CoS. I'm grateful for her guidance the past few months; it's empowered me to embrace the journey and look forward to the future of my career.”
Meredith Dorneker, Chief of Staff
“Aarti is incredible - I highly recommend working with her. She effectively challenged my limiting beliefs, encouraged me to find innovative solutions to problems, and offered ideas and feedback when appropriate. I loved that Aarti possesses Chief of Staff and Operations experience and found that she drew from some real world (and tested) examples during our sessions. Aarti also has a warm and friendly personality, and I found it easy to connect and build a trusting relationship with her.”
“When I first met Aarti, I was looking for something more in my career, but couldn't quite put a finger on what that was. Aarti led me through thoughtful, highly personalized coaching sessions, where I was able to define that missing piece and build a tactical action plan towards achieving my goals. I am thrilled to be starting a new Strategy & Business Operations role next month and am so grateful to Aarti for coaching me through every step!”
Sam Sterling, Senior Director of Strategy & Business Operations
"Aarti goes beyond coaching; she guides me through my choices, enhances my self-awareness, and helps me discover my true passion. She also offers invaluable personal connections to support me in every possible way."
Ran Yang-Chawla (Founder)
"I was looking for a coach to help me navigate workplace politics and find more clarity and intentionality in my career path. Working with Aarti, I got so much more than just that. We also uncovered questions I didn't even know I had like why I procrastinate starting new projects, my goals for the year, and how I could work towards a promotion (which I achieved!). Since working together, I've gained more confidence in how I respond to politically charged situations at work, how I talk about myself and take credit for my accomplishments, and how I get the ball rolling on tough projects. Thanks to our work together, I enjoy work more and received a workplace award for excellence. I don't think I would have pursued or felt I deserved these things without Aarti's support."
Senior Manager, BizOps
“Aarti has been an incredible support in numerous ways, but above all, she's been instrumental in boosting my confidence. She's effortlessly approachable, offering valuable perspectives on various matters without a hint of judgment or criticism. Her guidance equips me with practical skills that seamlessly integrate into my professional life. Aarti has a unique knack for instilling a sense of empowerment in others, and without her coaching, it would have undoubtedly taken me far longer to navigate and find confidence in my new role.”
Executive Assistant @ a Family Office