Stepping from the corporate HR suite into the coaching room might seem like a dramatic career pivot, but for award-winning HR leader Selvakani Selvaraj, it was a natural evolution of her purpose. With over two decades of experience at McKinsey, IBM, ThoughtWorks, and Mercedes-Benz R&D, Selva discovered that even the most accomplished executives struggle with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and leadership fatigue behind closed doors.
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We explore how organizations benefit when leaders embrace a coaching mindset—moving from managing performance to unlocking potential. As Selva explains, "Coaching doesn't fix anyone or anything. It frees you from your inner blocks." That belief has guided her in coaching over 500 leaders and building Flourish, her platform focused on elevating women leaders' inner journeys. Her selection for the prestigious NSRCEL program at IIM Bangalore further validated her leap from executive to entrepreneur.
If you're curious about coaching—as a career path or a leadership lens—Selva’s story offers inspiration and practical insight into the transformative power of being a thinking partner who creates space for others to thrive.
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