What People Say
I have been privileged to serve a range of clients from multiple countries and a diverse background. Ever so grateful for their feedback on our 1:1 coaching sessions and workshops here!
1:1 Coaching Feedback
Christina Lai
UX Researcher
Based in London
​I was stuck in a bit of career rut and needed some prodding into self-realisation when I met Summie.
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Throughout my coaching journey I've found Summie to be curious, patient, professional, responsive and empathetic, never judgemental. Thanks to Summie's gentle coaching and visual notetaking as prompts, I now feel a lot more confident and clear in my next steps in developing my career. I'd recommend her to anyone looking for a flexible coach who is willing to adapt to your needs and style.
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Taylor Lucas
HR Tech Consultant
Based in Arizona, US
I chose to work with Summie because of a referral and I’m so glad I did! I found the sessions to be insightful, self-reflecting and impactful.
I better understand myself and feel that I can make a smoother career change. I’d recommend working with Summie if you don’t have a chosen career quite yet or just need some encouragement and tools to make the official jump!
GC
UX Freelancer
Based in the US
MM
Quantitative Research Specialist
Based in the UK
Alvaro Ferreira
Diversity Inclusion Driver
Based in London
Phoebe F
Multicultural Individual
Ilse Nijen Twilhaar
Executive Producer
Based in Amsterdam
I reached out to Summie feeling massively and shamefully stuck in my career. I first tried therapy but felt too compelled to dig for past trauma instead of doing something about the present. It simply didn't resonate with me.​
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My work with Summie has been refreshing in its honesty. Not in the sense that we always arrive at the true solution at the end of a session, but in how everything came as part of my own confusing and winding thought process that I simply must push through toward an honest step forward. In our sessions, Summie walks along with me, prompting me to keep thinking, instead of offering me any fast panacea or easy out, which I appreciate so much.
There have been many breakthrough moments since, that have applied to so many aspects of my life and helped in many more ways than I could have imagined initially.
I'm still working with her and still plodding on, and I'd recommend her to anyone looking for a supportive coach!
I initially reached out to Summie as I needed help better defining my career priorities and direction. Having previously found myself stuck in a career rut, I hugely appreciated Summie's coaching style. She challenged me to think logically through the problem and voice potential solutions. This was supported by the encouraging and friendly environment of the calls. Summie is a great listener and is a naturally empathetic person and this helped push me to share what was on my mind.
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Having successfully supported me as I was able to navigate the next steps in my career, I felt comfortable reaching out to Summie around coaching relating to other aspects of my life. I highly recommend her to those seeking effective life and career coaching!
I found Summie’s services via a Facebook group and took a look at her website. The content really caught my eye as something I could use for my self development, both professionally and personally.
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After our initial conversation I chose to work with Summie because she showed her active listening skills and provide a plan over the next three sessions of what they could look like. Looking back, I feel like I achieved what I wanted - more control over time-management and an improved work-life balance.
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If I was to describe Summie to a friend I would say someone who provides the right tools to improve a situation.
After I found Summie on LinkedIn, I felt connected and I also liked how non-pushy Summie was. I bought the sessions to make a career transition.
After 5 sessions there were many positive "lightbulb" moments and I was healthily challenged. If you are a young professional who is financially comfortable to have even just a few sessions with Summie, I think you should 100% give it a try, and be clear on your objectives. Summie's coaching sessions are worth it because I can tell that she cares.
I got introduced to Summie through her coaching class and have enjoyed our 4 sessions of coaching quite a lot. Summie is a very kind and interested person and as a coach she is very flexible and helpful. She is not only a very pleasant person to speak with, which made me comfortable to open up, but she also seemed well prepared for every session and able to adjust to the current situation. Our sessions helped me visualise my ambitions, and I would recommend anyone searching for fulfilling to get in touch with her.
A Ip
Aspiring Doctor
Based in London / Hong Kong
​I was referred to Summie by a friend and as I had never done career coaching, originally I wasn't sure what to expect.
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However, after only six sessions I gained valuable skills to break out of unhelpful thought patterns and develop new perspectives on my strengths and weaknesses in my professional life.
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I would definitely recommend Summie to a friend, especially if they struggle with people-pleasing because the changes in this weakness of mine were most noticeable after coaching.
FG
Engineer
Based in Portugal
I met Summie at a workshop that she ran. I was in a transitional stage of my life, focused on clarifying my career priorities and rethinking which direction I should take. I felt completely overwhelmed by the process and lacked confidence.
Summie was very easy to talk to, and was very perceptive and practical. She asked the right questions at the right moments, approached situations with ease, conveying confidence and calmness.
Within two sessions, Summie helped me gain clarity and see things from a broader perspective, shifting my focus away from the negative aspects or fear of failure and risking, which can be overwhelming during transitions. She also gave me tools or exercises to help me deal with these issues and to enable successful growth.
I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a career coach or life coach.
Adrienne
Consultant
Based in Hong Kong
I worked with Summie to manage a switch in career. Summie was an amazing coach and I deeply value the time we've spent together.
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Summie is incredibly perceptive and has helped me focus on concrete actions I could take to go through difficult conversations in the workplace.
JY
Finance Professional
Based in the UK
After working in finance for years, I felt lost and hoped coaching may shed some light. Summie was patient and non-judgemental to guide me through reflecting on the past, clarifying and prioritising the present. I highly recommend Summie to those looking for a life or career coach.
KA
Academic
Based in London
(Interview Prep)
During my career transition, Summie offered a mock interview practice with me and gave me practical feedback. Her professional coaching and in-depth knowledge on project management and product ownership helped me make robust applications and prepare for interviews. The session with Summie gave me confidence and persistence in my job search. I would highly recommend her to career shifters!
Workshop Feedback
NF
Career Transition Hub
Love how organised, calm and receptive Summie was throughout the two sessions. It was clear to me that she has done a lot of preparations for the workshops. It was very thought-provoking and practical. I would definitely consider joining again in the future to challenge myself in a healthy way.
AS
Career Transition Hub
Summie's workshop was clear and straight to the point, I learned something new around my values and what I look for in my ideal role in just the first half of the session
NK
Career Transition Hub
I found the workshop really useful! The thought process that you coached us through was very new to me. I’ll definitely revisit it from time to time. I also had a lot in common with my partner in the break out room! It was great to have a chat with someone in a similar situation.
Elaine Yeung
Career Transition Hub
​Summie is a great facilitator of the workshop to state the clear objectives, explain the content, ask questions and create breakout rooms for discussion among participants. It makes it more interesting and engaging. I enjoyed everyone's openness and energy to share and discuss. Thank you and it's well time spent for a few hours in the evening!
Anonymous
Career Transition Hub
The workshop helped me to identify my values, skillset and possible next steps. Career change could feel chaotic and overwhelming, the workshop enable clarity for me to embark on my career transitional journey. Also, it was very helpful to know that I am not struggling alone, by hear different stories within the group. I would highly recommend the Career Transition Hub workshops.
Anonymous
Career Transition Hub
I was told about this workshop by a colleague who within the space of 4 weeks following the completion of the workshop decided to quit her role and pursue her goals. This made me very intrigued to attend the workshop, and Summie has inspired me to take next steps and start moving forwards instead of accepting career mediocrity.
Anonymous
Career Transition Hub
Summie created a safe space to think and share ideas / challenges. She set tasks to help us question our goals and limitations which were thought provoking and insightful.
Anonymous
Career Transition Hub
I really enjoyed the workshop and found it to be clear, concise and informative. It is a great resource to help make a start in any career transition.