Karishma Dhar
Senior Manager – Govt Affairs & Market Access
Stryker India
1. What prompted you to start coaching with Vandana?
I was looking for guidance to navigate a critical stage in my professional growth. I was returning to work after my Maternity leave at the time I started coaching with Vandana. I was looking for bigger responsibilities and to lead projects in my organisation. Vandana’s expertise and reputation for fostering development in others really stood out to me. I knew that working with her would help me gain the perspective and clarity I needed to advance in my career.
2. What challenge were you trying to solve working with Vandana?
The primary challenge I faced was understanding how to better align my strengths with the demands of my current role, while also preparing for potential future opportunities. I was also seeking ways to improve my leadership skills and visibility within the organization to access newer growth opportunities.
3. What was the solution, outcome of your challenge/s?
Through our sessions, I gained deeper understanding of how to leverage my strengths effectively and how to tap into my potential, while addressing areas for growth. I became more clear about my “Strengths” and more specific about “Potential”. Vandana’s actionable advice helped me develop a strategy to increase my visibility, and I felt more confident in my ability to take on larger responsibilities.
The outcome has been significant. I got bigger roles and responsibilities and I could see visible progress in my career. Also, I feel better equipped to excel in my current role and prepare for future opportunities as well.
4. What did you enjoy about the process of being coached?
I really enjoyed the open, collaborative environment Vandana fostered. She created a space where I could reflect honestly on my challenges, and her constructive feedback was always insightful and motivating. The way she customized the sessions to my specific needs and encouraged me to think critically about my career path was incredibly helpful. It was a very empowering experience overall.
