How it all started…

As a little girl, I was always curious about the world around me. Asking millions of questions and wanting to dive deeper into absolutely everything - and this is still true for me today! 

Just like everyone else, I have experienced a mixture of triumphs and challenges. I come from a family that has faced divorce and addiction, and I have personally endured multiple instances of sexual assault during my teenage years and early 20s. Additionally, I recently navigated the painful experience of pregnancy loss and miscarriage.

However, I consider myself incredibly fortunate because it is through my personal challenges that I have been able to evolve into the person I am today. These experiences have ignited a deep passion within me to support others in moving forward and embarking on their unique path of personal growth, self-awareness, and self-improvement in all areas of life.

My journey through education was filled with ups and downs. While I initially struggled academically, I found my stride during the final two years of university, leading me to believe that pursuing a clear and stable profession was the right path for me. However, it became evident early on that this approach wasn't the right fit.

My first attempt at pursuing a career as an Accountant, working towards my CPA designation at PricewaterhouseCoopers, ended in what most would define as failure. It was a difficult decision, but I vividly remember the day I gathered the courage to tell my mom that I wanted to quit. She supported my desire to explore new opportunities and recognized that the constant struggle of exams and tears wasn't worth it at such a young age.

While my dad initially had reservations about my decision to quit, he ultimately took an incredibly supportive role and took an active role in my journey. He played a crucial role in introducing me to my first coach—a career coach who turned out to be a game-changer. This incredible woman introduced me to The Careerfinder Program, a transformative coaching approach that helped individuals like me uncover their unique talents and unleash their full potential. With my dad's support and the guidance of my coach, I embarked on a path of self-discovery, opening up a world of new possibilities and empowering me to find my true calling.

After gaining valuable experience in a stable and secure profession, I took a bold leap into the realm of uncertainties by joining a high-growth SaaS startup. Over the course of the past eight + years, I thrived in the sales department and eventually assumed the role of Director of New Business, leading a team of 15 talented individuals. For the most part, I genuinely loved my job. However, as someone with an innate curiosity and a strong belief in pursuing one's passions, I couldn't shake the feeling that something was missing.

Driven by this realization, I embarked on a side business venture called Glo. Over a period of 15 months, I poured my heart and soul into this endeavour, dedicating my mornings and evenings to developing Glo—an employee engagement software designed for the modern millennial. My goal was to help individuals align career success with career satisfaction. As the business started to blossom and I contemplated leaving my job to commit even more fully to Glo, I hit an unexpected roadblock. I found myself facing an overwhelming level of burnout, unlike anything I had experienced before. It was then that I had a profound realization: How could I serve as the "Chief Engagement Officer" and advocate for engagement and well-being when I myself was not living in alignment?

This pivotal moment prompted me to reassess my path and rediscover my true purpose. It was a humbling and transformative experience that led me to question the conventional notions of success and fulfillment.