HI, I’M KAREN

As your life coach, I walk with you on your journey of transformation. I’m here to support you, challenge you, and hold you accountable as you uncover your true potential, shift your mindset, and take meaningful action to create the life you desire.

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MY COACHING JOURNEY

For years, I searched for external solutions—waiting for the right opportunity, the right person, the right moment to change my life. But the real transformation began when I stopped waiting and started leading. Through deep mindset work and personal responsibility, I stepped into my own power. Now, I guide others to do the same.

True transformation comes from a deep shift in how we see ourselves and the world around us. I know this firsthand because coaching radically changed my life. Before coaching, I was successful on the outside but felt something was missing inside. Coaching helped me see that when doors closed, it wasn’t failure — it was simply an opportunity for something new, for both others and myself. I started looking at my life in a very different way.

Now, I help women who feel stuck, disconnected, or uncertain despite appearing successful. My approach is direct, compassionate, and focused on real change. I guide you to challenge limiting beliefs, release guilt and perfectionism, and align your life with your true values. This isn’t about quick fixes; it’s about creating lasting transformation through mindset shifts and actionable steps.

I don’t help you feel good for a moment — I help you become free of everything holding you back.

Coaching that honours your story, reflects your values, and moves you forward

ABOUT ME

I am a certified life coach with experience working with a diverse range of clients, guiding them to navigate personal and professional challenges, particularly in areas of lack of confidence, leadership, work-life balance, and career transitions. My approach integrates life coaching with an understanding of diversity, recognizing that each person’s journey is shaped by their unique background, experiences, and values. My approach is rooted in both life coaching principles and an understanding of how diversity shapes individual experiences. I have worked with clients from various backgrounds, guiding them in areas such as career transitions, confidence building, leadership, work-life balance, and overcoming self-doubt. My ongoing professional development ensures that I bring the most effective and inclusive coaching strategies to each session.

My career has been dedicated to fostering inclusivity and transformation within organizations. Over the years, I have focused on the importance of diversity — not just as a buzzword, but as a powerful catalyst for innovation, growth, and connection. I firmly believe that when organizations embrace diverse perspectives and experiences, they unlock untapped potential, leading to stronger teams, greater creativity, and enhanced performance.

In my professional journey, I have worked extensively in helping organizations navigate the complexities of change. My work has involved creating and implementing strategies that drive transformation — whether in leadership, culture, or operational practices. I have seen firsthand how transformative change can not only shift an organization’s trajectory but also empower individuals to grow, thrive, and contribute in meaningful ways.

I am a certified life coach with experience helping individuals navigate personal and professional challenges, I continuously develop my coaching practice to ensure it remains inclusive, relevant, effective, and adaptable to the needs of each client.

MY RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

  • Worked in the Banking sector then moved to an academic work environment:
  • Payroll Manager in Finance.
  • Personnel (HR) Services Manager.
  • Employment Equity Manager.
  • Employment Equity Specialist with specialisation in Diversity Management.
  • Conducting Diversity Workshops
  • Motivational speaker on Diversity Management
  • Life coaching 2018

Since 2018, I’ve been guiding people through life’s changes with a coaching style shaped by real life, not just textbooks.
I bring the depth of my own life experience — and years of hands-on work working in transformation in organizations — into every coaching conversation.
This unique blend allows me to meet you exactly where you are, helping you move the inner blocks, shift old patterns, and create a life that feels more true to you.

My approach is grounded, compassionate, and results-driven.
It’s not about fixing you — it’s about helping you move the “furniture inside” so you can live with more clarity, confidence, and freedom.

KEY VALUES OF MY COACHING APPROACH

  1. Radical Responsibility – You take full ownership of your actions, growth, and outcomes. Just full accountability for your transformation.
  2. Boldness – No sugar-coating or tiptoeing around tough truths. It’s about a calling to step up and own your greatness, even when it’s uncomfortable.
  3. Action – Transformation isn’t just about mindset shifts, but also about executing strategies and taking real, impactful steps toward success.
  4. Authenticity – No pretence. I bring my real self to the table, and I expect the same from you as my valued client. It’s about showing up as who you truly are, unapologetically.
  5. Clarity – Cut through the noise. Focus on what truly matters and eliminate distractions. This approach is about crystal-clear goals and the path to achieving them.
  6. Empowerment – Helping you recognize your own power and strength. It’s about guiding you to trust yourself and realize you are the one who hold the keys to your success.
  7. Results-Driven – Coaching is about outcomes. This approach prioritizes getting results, measuring progress, and ensuring that you achieve real, lasting transformation.
  8. No Excuses – It’s about helping you overcome any mental block or story that you have been holding onto. You will be challenged to stop making excuses and step into your potential.
  9. Personal Growth – Constant self-improvement and challenge. This approach demands growth at every level: mentally, emotionally, and strategically.
  10. Courage – The courage to face discomfort, to take bold actions, and to step outside of your comfort zone. Courage is a key pillar to driving lasting transformation.