Pearl | Las Vegas, NV & Bay Area, CA | Executive Assistant

Below is their full testimonial where we dive into their group coaching experience.

Why did you choose to work with Nadia and the BWN group program?

I wanted to be surrounded by other WOC who could relate to my culture, background, and experiences in life and career without having to explain it. I wanted a coach who is a WOC and has experience in tech, someone personable, approachable, and relatable. I wanted a safe space to step out of my comfort zone and work on my confidence and personal growth.

What goals did you want to achieve during the group coaching program?

I wanted to work on confidence and my ability to speak up, to learn negotiation tips to be able to stand up and advocate for myself in any situation ie. compensation, coworker relationships, and to learn how to go from recognizing your fears and self-doubt to taking action and going the next step.

What results have you achieved since you started working together? (If from you received a promotion, increase in pay, grown your business revenue please list before and after roles, $ amounts and/or % amounts)

I started a conversation with my manager about potential compensation increase and showed how important career growth is for me which has led to my manager working on a career plan with me. (still in progress) I advocated for myself in a previous contractor gig by raising my rates by 75%. No official word yet on whether this rate will be accepted but I already took a huge step of overcoming my fear and uncomfortableness and sent the email.

What do you like best about working with Nadia and the group?

I like how supportive and relatable Nadia and the group are. Everything people have said have resonated with me in some way and I love learning from others' experiences. I love that everyone cheers everyone on and celebrates every win, little or big.

What was the impact of working with a coach that specialized in working with self-identified WOCs?

I never realized how important and crucial it was to have a coach that specialized in working with WOC who truly understood my experiences. Working with someone who understood my culture, what we've learned growing up, and has gone through similar events helped me feel more comfortable and able to open up more.

How else have you benefited from the BWN group coaching program?

I have increased my network of BWN that I know will be there for me if I ever need support, advice, or negotiation practice. I have felt more confident and hopeful, and able to let go of some thoughts that have been holding me back.

Would you recommend Nadia and her services? If so, why and to whom?

Yes, I highly recommend Nadia to WOC who want a coach who is relatable, friendly, funny, badass, and extremely experienced in her field and loves being challenged.

How was the experience different than when you were doing/trying to achieve your goals on your own?

It was great to have a guide and a coach to provide specific examples of how you can take your learnings into real life situations. I was having trouble knowing what to say on the spot (I would always think of things after the fact), and I would be stuck in recognizing my fears and self-doubt and not knowing what to do next, but now I have actual concrete examples of how to take what I've learned into real life. It was also extremely helpful to be challenged and to have an entire group of BWN holding you accountable and pushing you to just try and practice even if you fail.

What was a pleasant surprise during our coaching, or as a result of our coaching?

A pleasant surprise was just learning that I'm not alone. It's shitty that we all have gone through some terrible similar experiences or doubts, but knowing that I'm not alone has inspired me to keep pushing, growing, and changing my mindset.

What's the most important thing people should know about working with Nadia and joining this program?

The most important thing people should know is that you will need to be vulnerable and put yourself out there, and what you get out of it is what you put into it - you will need to take what you learn and use it.

Is there anything else you'd like to add?

Thank you so much, Nadia, for giving me the space to share my thoughts and also understanding my introverted tendencies. Thanks for your FB support that helped me send two of my most important communications to share what's important to me and what I need. I love hearing you talk & all your amazing experiences. Would definitely love to work with you again & especially if you ever offer your 1:1 services again!