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I am an experienced HR Director and Career Strategist with a career spanning nearly two decades in senior HR positions. I've lived and worked in Chile, Belgium, France, India, and Uruguay. I've helped recruit, build and evolve highly talented teams for large companies like GE & PwC, midsize family-owned firms, and startups.

I have worked with CEOs and executive committees, and also with front-line employees. This gives me a unique vantage point to help you with your career, no matter what situation you find yourself in now.

I hold an MBA from INSEAD, one of the leading business schools in the world. 

Career Coaching with a Difference

my clients

 

I am an experienced HR Director and Career Strategist with a career spanning nearly two decades in senior HR positions. I've lived and worked in Chile, Belgium, France, India, and Uruguay. I've helped recruit, build and evolve highly talented teams for large companies like GE & PwC, midsize family-owned firms, and startups.

I have worked with CEOs and executive committees, and also with front-line employees. This gives me a unique vantage point to help you with your career, no matter what situation you find yourself in now.

I hold an MBA from INSEAD, one of the leading business schools in the world. 

Six Reasons I'm Not Your Typical Career Coach:

Global view

I have been an HR professional in 3 continents. Yes: in Asia, South America and Europe. Encountering cultural and linguistic differences? No problem. I know how one can integrate and thrive in new environments. It comes naturally to me, as I have lived in countries where I have had to start over and learn the language from scratch. It isn't surprising hence, that my career coaching firm SuperCharge, has clients in North & South America, Europe, Middle East and Africa. 

Global view

I have been an HR professional in 3 continents. Yes: in Asia, South America and Europe. Encountering cultural and linguistic differences? No problem. I know how one can integrate and thrive in new environments. It comes naturally to me, as I have lived in countries where I have had to start over and learn the language from scratch. It isn't surprising hence, that my career coaching firm SuperCharge, has clients in North & South America, Europe, Middle East and Africa. 

I've faced several career challenges myself: 

I have been laid off more than once and know exactly how hard it is during those trying transitions. I have been unmotivated during what I considered low points in my career. Hence I want you to know: This is REAL counsel from someone who’s been there and came out victorious on the other side.

I've faced several career challenges myself: 

I have been laid off more than once and know exactly how hard it is during those trying transitions. I have been unmotivated during what I considered low points in my career. Hence I want you to know: This is REAL counsel from someone who’s been there and came out victorious on the other side.

Been deep in the HR trenches: 

a. As an in-house HR Professional, NOT a consultant, I’ve done a whole lot of hiring and firing myself, right from entry level positions to Senior Vice Presidents. I’ve reviewed over 250,000 resumes and conducted over 5000 interviews. How come some new employees do well and rise up the ranks quickly while others get left behind?  I have seen patterns that stick, and I can help you see the same.

b. Depth and Breadth in People Development. I have also worked in Talent Management, Career Planning, Succession Planning, Learning and Development and Compensation. With deep experience in all these fields, I have helped some of the brightest people on the planet grow and thrive in their teams and dreams. I have worked with CEOs and Executive Committees on their People Plan and how to execute it to perfection.

Been deep in the HR trenches: 

a. As an in-house HR Professional, NOT a consultant, I’ve done a whole lot of hiring and firing myself, right from entry level positions to Senior Vice Presidents. I’ve reviewed over 250,000 resumes and conducted over 5000 interviews. How come some new employees do well and rise up the ranks quickly while others get left behind?  I have seen patterns that stick, and I can help you see the same.

b. Depth and Breadth in People Development. I have also worked in Talent Management, Career Planning, Succession Planning, Learning and Development and Compensation. With deep experience in all these fields, I have helped some of the brightest people on the planet grow and thrive in their teams and dreams. I have worked with CEOs and Executive Committees on their People Plan and how to execute it to perfection.

Versatility of Industry Experience:

Feeling overwhelmed in a large organisation? I got you covered, I used to work in General Electric and PricewaterhouseCoopers with demanding stakeholders and clients. Feeling stagnant in a small organisation or start-up? I got your back, I’ve worked in 2 tech start ups as well as family-owned medium sized companies and lived through the challenges you’re going through.

Versatility of Industry Experience:

Feeling overwhelmed in a large organisation? I got you covered, I used to work in General Electric and PricewaterhouseCoopers with demanding stakeholders and clients. Feeling stagnant in a small organisation or start-up? I got your back, I’ve worked in 2 tech start ups as well as family-owned medium sized companies and lived through the challenges you’re going through.

Contextually specific

Talk is cheap, they say. Every person is different, their story is different. Just because certain tips work for some, they won’t work for others. One size does not fit all and CONTEXT is EVERYTHING.

See me in action! I'm LIVE every Friday at 2 pm CET on LinkedIn helping jobseekers with personalised advice and strategies. Follow #SuperChargeFridays on LinkedIn to catch me next Friday! We've been LIVE since 17th Jan 2020, every single week!

Contextually specific

Talk is cheap, they say. Every person is different, their story is different. Just because certain tips work for some, they won’t work for others. One size does not fit all and CONTEXT is EVERYTHING.

See me in action! I'm LIVE every Friday at 2 pm CET on LinkedIn helping jobseekers with personalised advice and strategies. Follow #SuperChargeFridays on LinkedIn to catch me next Friday! We've been LIVE since 17th Jan 2020, every single week!

Hey there! Hola! Bonjour! Namaste!

I speak 4 languages fluently: English, French, Hindi and Spanish and can conduct business in all four ! Disclaimer though: My Spanish and French are not aiming to get a prize in literature: I speak fluently in a conversation setting. Did I mention I also taught English in Latin America? So if you want to sound more professional in English, I can help with that too! 

Hey there! Hola! Bonjour! Namaste!

I speak 4 languages fluently: English, French, Hindi and Spanish and can conduct business in all four ! Disclaimer though: My Spanish and French are not aiming to get a prize in literature: I speak fluently in a conversation setting. Did I mention I also taught English in Latin America? So if you want to sound more professional in English, I can help with that too! 

My Values: 

Relationships over Revenue, Compassion Over Compliance

I am deeply invested in my clients and firmly believe that in this digital era, bringing our Compassionate and Authentic selves to the workplace is the only way that will help generate more growth for everyone.

Service as the only path to happiness

Nothing gives me a bigger high than helping my clients reach their desired outcome - be it a dream job, that coveted promotion, or finding the opportunity to start working again after a long career pause.

Relationships over Revenue, Compassion Over Compliance

I am deeply invested in my clients and firmly believe that in this digital era, bringing our Compassionate and Authentic selves to the workplace is the only way that will help generate more growth for everyone.

Service as the only path to happiness

Nothing gives me a bigger high than helping my clients reach their desired outcome - be it a dream job, that coveted promotion, or finding the opportunity to start working again after a long career pause.

Got a specific need? I’ve got a specific solution for you!

Your journey to SUPERCHARGE your Career through my top tier Courses, Coaching programs, and Content

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Fun Facts About Me

Completed a grueling MBA at INSEAD, a top 3 business school, while caring for a new born baby! Diapers and case studies went hand in hand, and this was by far the best lesson in time management I’ve ever experienced. 

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I love choir singing, and am such a happy soprano! We perform regularly to raise funds for children's cancer research. I also love drinking lots of masala chai - which helps to hit those high notes !

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What People are saying:

Helped me land and progress through interviews for executive positions

“Sonal was able to rapidly allow me to self-reflect areas of improvement where I had not considered before, i.e. identifying blind spots. The result has been a visible increase in landing and progressing through interviews for executive-level positions. Also, Sonal’s response via telephone and other social media channels to my request has always been within three hours of contact no matter the topic through her thoughtful, honest, direct and friendly approach. I strongly recommend Sonal to all professionals,.”

—Heresh, Business Development Director, London

Sonal helped me view my career with a lot more positivity and hope

“As a career coach, what differentiates Sonal is the fact that she has solid corporate experience coupled with an MBA. This allows her to understand the candidate’s perspective in a unique way. She customized her approach to fit my requirements perfectly. She was always very hands-on and flexible. The “personal branding questionnaire” was a great starting point, and allowed me to truly introspect and understand my career, ambitions, drivers, goals, etc. in a very structured (almost story-like) way. We developed my resume and LinkedIn profile jointly, bringing out not only my career achievements but also my personal brand. Most of all, my experience with Sonal has allowed me to view my career and prospects with a lot more positivity and hope. Thank you, Sonal!”

—Aqueel, Chief Strategy Officer, Dubai

Very real and honest

 

Sonal is a super coach. She listens carefully and has her full attention on you to help you win. She clearly has substantial professional experience in hiring and HR. What she does is helps you to quickly identify what you want to stand out as a message and if something is buried somewhere in the detail, helps you identify it to uncover your own gold. She boosts confidence and has such a pleasant manner with her care and authenticity. Her Linkedin content is so rich, accessible, and funny. I recommend her to everyone. She really is one of a kind - impressive! 

Julie, Senior Anti-Trust Lawyer, Brussels