Summary
I am a trained career and leadership development coach. I empower people to realize their true potential, guiding them in accessing their inner resources so that they can thrive in their journey of life. I am passionate about helping people succeed and achieve what they desire, be it in career, relationship or personal growth. I strongly believe that the first step towards positive growth, change and development is self - awareness. Being able to create a shift in my clients mindset so that they can see different perspectives is extremely rewarding
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Work Experience
Leadership Career development Coach Sep 2020 - Present
Invictus Search SingaporeI am an experienced and committed Career Leadership coach, Executive Search Specialist and Volunteer working in various non-profit organizations in Singapore.
I partner with clients and individuals to navigate risks, explore possibilities and advance their careers. With my coach training based on psychodynamic and psychoanalytic concepts, I understand how our minds work and function and thus what prevents us from moving forward or being the person we want to be. I have successfully guided professionals in the corporate world to lead, think and communicate effectively.
I have a passion for entrepreneurship and I am the co-founder of two consulting firms based in Singapore.
I believe in constantly developing myself by learning, unlearning and relearning. I am currently enrolled in the Executive Masters in Change (EMC) Programme at INSEAD.
Certified Career,leadership Life Coach Oct 2020 - Present
Invictus Search SingaporeCo-founder/director Sep 2016 - Aug 2020
Ascent Advisory Services SingaporeI worked as a key founding member in a Start-Up consulting firm in Singapore focused on developing solutions for Agri Businesses operating in Asia. My role involved sourcing of freelance professionals, negotiating compensation contracts and monitoring project progress for our clients.
Education
Executive Master in Change (Humanities And Social Science) Jun 2022 - Present
INSEAD SingaporeMaster of Social Science in Professional Counselling (Humanities And Social Science) Aug 2009 - Jul 2011
Swinburne University Of Technology AustraliaOther Skills
Q&A with Sonali Bhattacharya
What area are you most interested in regarding your current career?
Describe a time when you demonstrated leadership skills.
What excites you about the industry you are in?
Diversity, that is not only of gender, culture, and age but also diversity of thoughts, ideas, and views are celebrated and expressed here.
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What are some mistakes that you have made in your career? How did you deal with it and what have you learned from them?
Everything that I have received in life so far, has been a learning and a blessing. I would not call them mistakes as they were opportunities to learn, unlearn and relearn. Self-awareness is what I lacked in my 20s. Hence it took me a long time to discover my passion.
I began my professional career as an electrical engineer. I made some sharp, distinct changes in my profession and realised that though was math exciting, I figured that what I really enjoyed was connecting and helping individuals. My desire to connect with individuals at a deeper level made me pivot to counselling and eventually coaching.
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What achievements in your career are you most proud of?
I have transformed and reinvented myself many times, having faced several life changing challenges. I am proud of the fact that I am an entrepreneur who is resilient, patient and never gives up trying.
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How would you describe your career in one sentence?
I enjoy supporting and guiding incredibly talented individuals in identifying their zone of genius and thereby becoming the best version of themselves.
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What experience did you find most invaluable in your career so far?
My most invaluable experience has been collaborating , building connection with others and adding value in the life of others.
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How would you describe yourself in one sentence?
What do you like most about your work?
Coaching incredibly smart individuals is one of the most rewarding things that I do with my life. There is nothing like guiding individuals to gain clarity, develop awareness and discover hidden talents. Once they step into their zone of genius they will perform better, inspire others and thrive in the journey of life.
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What are some examples that illustrate how you have generated ideas that represent thinking 'outside the box'?
I believe in dancing in the moment with my client. Recently one of my clients was facing severe anxiety right before her job interview. She had fear that she would not be successful in getting employed. I knew that my client was capable and all she needed was confidence and belief in herself. I was aware that one of my clients hobbies was to sing in a band and in her words I forget everything when I am on stage singing. It is a beautiful experience.
I asked her If you look at this interview as a song that you would be singing on the stage, then what becomes available to you? My clients face immediately lit up. There was a shift in her perspective about the interview. She said I would then sing my song without worrying about the results. I continued the session reinforcing her faith in herself. With role-play her confidence grew further and she got hired by the consulting firm she was interviewing with.
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