With nearly two decades of experience leading teams and organizations across tech, retail, consumer goods, and consulting, I bring a deep understanding of what it takes to grow and thrive in today’s fast-paced business environment. I’ve personally progressed from individual contributor to team manager to executive leader—overseeing organizations of 50+ and shaping company-wide strategy—so I understand the challenges and priorities at every stage of a career. I've helped team members, mentees, and coaching clients successfully navigate promotions, internal moves, and external job transitions. My coaching blends real-word leadership experience with a strategic mindset to help you clarify your goals, build confidence, and take actionable steps toward the career you want.

Welcome! I’m here to help you achieve your goals with clarity and confidence. As a Board Certified Coach, Certified Master of Career Services, and Global Career Development Facilitator, I’m passionate about empowering individuals to unlock their potential and create meaningful, lasting change. With over 20 years of experience in case management, counseling, and coaching, I bring a wealth of expertise in career development, program management, leadership development, and training. I take a holistic, person-centered approach, drawing on your strengths to guide you through challenges and help you achieve your personal and professional goals. My work is rooted in forming genuine connections and building supportive partnerships, and I’m committed to meeting you wherever you are—at any age, stage, or background. Whether you’re aiming for career advancement, personal growth, or professional clarity, I’m here to walk alongside you on this journey. I believe in your potential, and I look forward to getting started together!

As a career coach, I bring a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for supporting individuals in their career growth. Having been one of the first ten employees in several startups, I’ve not only contributed as an engineer but also served on executive teams and established inaugural PMOs across various organizations. With over two decades of mentoring experience, I've been a hiring manager dedicated to investing in the growth of my team members. As a CTI-certified coach and a career coach with Crew, I empower clients to authentically share their impact, embrace "bragging," and navigate the challenges of tricky interviews. Having experienced the emotional ups and downs and market complexities of the last year or two, I provide a safe space of accountability and support, helping individuals feel understood and focused in today’s competitive job market.

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from Michigan's Ross School of Business and extensive experience as a Senior Program Manager at Google, I am passionate about helping individuals unlock their career potential. Over the years, I have successfully coached 150+ people, providing them with tailored strategies to navigate career transitions, enhance leadership skills, and land their dream jobs. My diverse background in program management and supply chain roles at top companies like Google, Amazon, and PepsiCo equips me with the insights needed to guide you through your professional journey. Let's connect and explore how I can support you in reaching new heights in your career!

With over two decades of experience as a visionary design leader, I bring a deep, real-world understanding of what it takes to drive innovation, build high-performing teams, and deliver results that exceed both user expectations and business goals. I’ve led cross-functional product and design teams through complex challenges across multiple industries, always with a clear strategic vision and hands-on expertise. My coaching is grounded in this lived experience—whether you’re navigating leadership, team dynamics, or design strategy, I’ve been there. I don’t just teach theory; I help you apply proven approaches that create real impact.

Are you a talented professional who needs help landing a new job? You are at the right place! My mission is to share job search strategies and recruitment insights to help talent like you succeed in landing your dream job. Before starting my coaching practice, I worked as a corporate recruiter in top tech companies and have learned the entire hiring cycle, from sourcing potential talents to offering jobs. This enabled me to transfer insightful knowledge to help current job seekers position themselves as the best candidates for their dream companies. As a Career Consultant, I have successfully coached 100+ clients with diverse backgrounds to navigate their job search and provide customized solutions to solve their problems. I have experience working with professionals in a wide range of roles at various seniority levels, including marketing, sales, data analysis, operation, engineering, project management, etc. Through my 1:1 coaching program, I’m proud to make a more positive impact in the talent world, and seeing my clients shine in their current positions propels me to continue the journey. Here are some successful stories: 💎 I helped a middle-aged professional exit a toxic environment and secured a high-paying job at Oracle. 💎 I helped multiple immigrants restart their careers in the United States and secured employment at enterprise companies like LinkedIn and Microsoft. 💎 I helped a former mayor in Australia pivot into a brand-new career and rebuild her confidence in the corporate world. Now, are you ready to be awakened in your job search? Let's work together to make it happen!

Hi, I’m Daisha (dy-ee-shuh) — career coach, people strategist, and passionate advocate for professionals looking to unlock their full potential. Over the past decade, I’ve guided leaders, career changers, and emerging talent across tech, nonprofit, and healthcare sectors to find clarity, build confidence, and take bold steps forward. I take a personal and strategic approach to career growth. Whether you’re navigating a transition, preparing for a promotion, or seeking greater fulfillment in your work, I’m here to help you align your career with your values and goals — without losing yourself in the process. I believe in actionable plans, honest conversations, and powerful mindset shifts. Clients often tell me they walk away with renewed energy, sharper focus, and a clear sense of direction. I have over a decade of experience leading people and culture strategies at companies like Google and social justice nonprofits. But what lights me up the most is the one-on-one work — helping you to quiet the noise, own your story, and make intentional and empowered career moves.

WHY should you hire me as your coach? BLUF (Bottom Line, Up Front). Quick bulleted list and story form both provided below, based on how you learn/read best. The Short List: -Former Recruiter for the Walt Disney Studios and Lucasfilm. I know what it takes to get into rooms and to walk out as the "candidate to beat" in a lineup of interviewees. -10+ Years experience coaching professionally (full-time) for students and experienced professionals, including top business schools like the USC Marshall School of Business (UG, MS, MBA). - Helped clients land roles in: corporate finance, CPG, entertainment (business side, marketing, finance, etc), internal consulting/strategy, supply chain/ops, pharma/medical, tech, automotive, IB and management consulting (undergrad only), brand management and product management, to name a few. - Consistently called out by clients as being the best when it comes to mock interviews (behavioral) and resume notes/edits. - Expert copy writer. - Lived and worked in Los Angeles for 22 years. I survived the Great Recession (2008), multiple SAG and WGA entertainment strikes and almost strikes, changing industries and job functions multiple times, and have landed roles with some of the most competitive companies in the world (Disney, DreamWorks, USC). Story Version: One of the best reviews on my page is from a former MBA student (and Military Vet). He said, "Kira is an incredible career coach and an even better human." This is what matters. Yes - that I am a knowledgeable and experienced coach. But more than that - I care about my clients and their overall well being. Job searching, grad school, transitioning from the Military and career switching are all incredibly stressful - a lot of times, more stressful than I think people anticipate. I love seeing people walk through these challenges and come out the other side, literally transformed. Often achieving more than they themselves thought possible! I have helped first gen, international students, recently separated military vets, and other non-traditional students (or clients) break into new industries and build a career path that they are excited about. When I graduated from undergrad, I graduated off cycle in December, because I kept changing my major and had to take extra classes. I landed my first job as a Production Assistant at DreamWorks Animation by February. In April, at graduation, all my friends were freaking out. Those I'd worked with in production on campus asked how I got my job and if I could teach them how to land jobs like the one I had. In addition to working with friends individually, I referred 5 people to the studio where I worked. Within 12 months, 4 of them were hired and the person who wasn't was an artistic prodigy and now works at Netflix. This has always been something I've loved doing. It just took me a while to realize it was an actual job :). My main goal in any conversation is to help YOU get clear about your next step - and to identify what you need to do in order to reach your short and long term career (and life!) goals. I'm typically a good fit and have a lot of experience working with people who: - Are MBAs recruiting for internships or full-time for all role types (Corporate Finance, Marketing/Brand, non-tech PM, PMM, Leadership Programs, Supply Chain/Ops, Business Intelligence, Sales, Startups) outside of IB and Management Consulting. I have experience working with clients and students in IB and Consulting - but there are a lot of folks on the platform who have more hands on experience here. I will say - I do a mean behavioral interview - and have had folks with a bent towards IB and Consulting remark that they have benefitted from my approach to the behavioral portion of the interview process, while working with other coaches on the technical/case portion. - Are making a significant career pivot (to a different job function, industry, or both - or out of Military service). - Are neurodiverse (ADHD, etc) and need help with productivity hacks and finding work streams that work for them. - Are students at any level (undergrad to graduate) and searching for an internship or full-time job - Are early/mid career professionals looking for a new career direction and need some help shaping and managing their career search/exploration process. - Are international students struggling with networking best practices in the US and understanding the basics of H1B and STEM OPT. I have worked with programs where 70-90% of the students were from outside the US. That said, I am not an immigration professional and cannot provide legal advice. - Are interested in careers in the entertainment space (film, TV, streaming, etc.) OR who are wanting to transition out of entertainment into a more "traditional" corporate role. Networking can be tricky for everyone! My top asynchronous recommendation? A play-by-play handbook "The 20 Minute Networking Meeting". I suggest it so often, I finally made an affiliate Amazon link: https://amzn.to/454gEpO

Career Coaching | Advising I am a collaborative partner guiding my clients and students to accomplish their professional goals. I build strong relationships by understanding the unique needs of my clients, earning their trust, and asking insightful questions that can guide them to solutions and forward progression. In addition to my private coaching practice and work with the Kellogg School of Management, I offer pro-bono coaching through The Marketing Academy and ACP Advisors. Coaching Competencies I specialize in helping professionals navigate strategic career planning and various workplace situations. • End-to-end career planning, recruitment, offer negotiation, and onboarding • Assessment tools, performance feedback, and goal setting • Marketing materials and personal branding • Interview preparation and successful engagement in the recruiting process • Negotiating job offers • Strategies for effectively handling challenging situations in the workplace • Say This Instead: I help professionals find the right words during interviews, offer negotiations, over challenging topics with their boss and many other situations. The Interview Expert | Interview Readiness As an experienced communicator, I help my clients succeed in the recruiting process, whether it's during initial phone or Zoom interviews or later stages. Many people lack strong interviewing skills, which can become unpracticed over time. My coaching services focus on preparing clients for interviews by providing guidance on every aspect of the process, including interview readiness and planning.