The Livelyhood Podcast

When I met Kusum, I was 29, in the middle of a career change, but still very uncertain about what the right path was for me. I knew I needed change, but I wasn’t sure what that should look like. I had a range of ideas from starting-up to academic study. Her help was invaluable in helping me understand my strengths and, more importantly, what I valued most in work which enabled me to find a path that was right for me. Gus

I loved how Kusum opened up our first coaching conversation with the simple words, 'I'm here to help'. It was an invitation for me to be who I am. Kusum has a strong presence and empathy, and approaches coaching conversations with calmness but also thoughtfulness. When a lot was going on in my mind, she was the coach I needed to gain clarity and feel supported.

‘Kusum is this fantastic combination of empathy and drive. She is passionate about her clients and their goals and supports them a hundred percent. But somehow she is not this alpha person, but rather a gentle presence who has a holistic perspective. You can talk to her about your kids and your parents and your health and how it all interlinks with your work because it often does! Great coach for anyone who is looking for both success and balance’ -

I met Kusum at a point where I was very confused about what to do next in my life. I left my previous career to focus on family a while back and over the years as my children got older, I found myself with more free time and a desire to get back work or study. I could not step back into my previous career as too much time had passed and was also looking for a change. But the thought which way to go and how to start was overwhelming and confusing. That is where kusum stepped in! Together, with her guidance, we mapped out my values, attributes and possible fields to explore. With her warmth, empathy and humour she guided me over the course of a few sessions to understand the type of career I should pursue and how to go about it, step by step! I have since signed up for a degree in Psychotherapy & counselling and enrolled in several volunteer opportunities in that field. I feel more fulfilled, driven and energised than before, now that I have forged my path ahead and can only thank Kusum so much for getting me back on track! Sharon, mid-life career changer