Career coach & educator for international professionals
I work at the intersection of career development, cross-cultural transitions, professional identity, and progression into leadership roles, supporting internationally mobile professionals — and the organisations that work with them — to navigate and succeed in new work cultures.
At the heart of my work is helping international professionals translate their vision into clear, actionable next steps — so culture becomes a source of power, not a barrier.
My coaching is strengths‑based and grounded in positive psychology, with training through an ICF‑accredited positive psychology coaching programme.
My work brings together career coaching, facilitation, and research, informed by experience across higher education, government, and training contexts in Singapore and New Zealand. I am based in New Zealand and work with clients and partner organisations internationally.
My perspective
My work is shaped by research on knowledge brokering, professional networks, and international career development, as well as practical experience supporting professionals navigating unfamiliar systems, expectations, and workplace cultures.
I am particularly interested in how people:
- make sense of their professional identity across cultures
- build strategic and meaningful networks in new environments
- develop confidence and agency during career transitions and periods of uncertainty
This perspective informs both my one‑to‑one career coaching and my work with organisations, where I design and deliver learning that is practical, culturally responsive, and grounded in real‑world experience.
Experience & credentials
I have over 10 years’ experience in career coaching, facilitation, and professional development, working across government, higher education, and corporate training contexts.
Professional affiliations and credentials
- Certified Career Services Provider™ credentialled by the National Career Development Association
- Professional Member of the Career Development Association of New Zealand (CDANZ)
- Lead, CDANZ Special Interest Group on VIA Character Strengths
Academic background
- Associate Fellow, Advance HE
- PhD in Education, University of Waikato
(Research focused on peer brokering practices of international learners through culturally relevant connections and networks) - Master of Arts in TESOL, University of Southern California
Who I work with
My work supports:
- International professionals navigating career transitions, job search, identity shifts, or stepping into new or more senior roles across cultures
- Organisations seeking to support globally mobile or multicultural staff, students, and clients through effective career development and learning
Next step
If you’re navigating a career or cross‑cultural transition and want clarity and momentum, you’re welcome to get in touch.
- Book a free no-obligation 20‑minute conversation to explore your next steps
- Submit an enquiry form if you’d like to share more about your situation or discuss coaching, workshops, or organisational work
Stay connected
I regularly share research‑informed reflections and practical insights on international careers, identity, and navigating work across cultures.
You are welcome to connect with me on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
I also host a podcast and appear on guest podcasts, sharing insights on international careers and cross-cultural transitions. Explore latest podcasts →
You can also subscribe to my monthly newsletter International Career Journey on LinkedIn and Substack. My articles are written for international professionals, as well as the educators, employers, and practitioners who support them.
About my website
My work explores career development, identity, and cross‑cultural experience through the lens of my roles as a career coach, educator, researcher, and migrant in New Zealand.
My blog includes reflections on career journeys, international work, and identity, alongside selected creative writing and poetry.
Read more about my academic background, publications and presentations. And if you’re curious about my own career journey, you’re welcome to read on.
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