Pallavi Kalita
Asia Lead, Business for Nature
1. What prompted you to start coaching with Vandana?
I decided to start coaching with Vandana at a time when I was seeking greater clarity and direction in my career. I had reached a stage where I wanted to better understand my long-term professional goals, align them with my personal values, identify the steps needed to move forward with confidence, and rediscover what truly motivates me. The goal was to bring more intentionality and clarity to my professional path, and to explore how I could grow meaningfully without losing sight of my personal values and priorities.
2. What challenges were you trying to solve working with Vandana?
I was grappling with questions around career direction and priorities — how to make meaningful decisions that balanced professional growth with personal fulfilment. I also wanted to gain a clearer sense of purpose and confidence in navigating upcoming transitions and opportunities.
3. What was the solution / outcome of your challenge(s)?
Through our sessions, Vandana helped me unpack these challenges systematically. What stood out most was her transparent and honest approach — every session felt genuine, insightful, and deeply supportive. Her practical, structured guidance, with clear and time-bound steps, made what once felt overwhelming feel completely achievable. This process gave me both clarity and confidence in defining my next steps and strengthened my ability to make purposeful, well-informed career decisions.
4. What did you enjoy about the process of being coached?
Working with Vandana has been a truly transformative experience. I appreciated her calm, thoughtful manner and the safe space she created for open reflection and honest dialogue. The process brought much-needed clarity to my career vision and renewed confidence to take action. Most importantly, it helped me reconnect with what truly motivates me and gave me the tools to pursue my goals with direction and assurance.
