Welcome to CC:Sherma

Empowering professionals to navigate career transitions with clarity and confidence.

My approach to career coaching emerged from my own journey across industries, roles, and continents. Each transition taught me something valuable—about adapting to new environments, transferring skills across contexts, and building meaningful connections in unfamiliar settings.

These experiences, combined with my formal training in coaching psychology and career development, shape how I work with clients today. I understand that career decisions are rarely just about the job—they're about identity, purpose, values, and practical life considerations.

The name CC:Sherma represents my coaching philosophy—I position myself as a supportive presence in your career development, much like being copied on an important email thread. You remain the primary author of your professional narrative while benefiting from my perspective and expertise.

My Why

I believe everyone deserves work that energizes rather than depletes them. Too often, I've seen talented professionals remain in unfulfilling roles because they lacked clarity about their options or confidence in their abilities to make a change. My mission is to provide the structure, support, and strategies that make meaningful career transitions accessible, especially for those navigating cross-cultural contexts or significant life changes. As I always say:

"Life’s too short, and work’s too long
to be unhappy at your job."

I believe effective career development requires both insight and action. My coaching integrates psychological understanding with practical career strategy—helping you not only identify what you want, but create a realistic path to achieve it.

What you can expect when working with me:

  • Evidence-Based Methods – I use validated assessments and frameworks to provide structure to our work together, while always adapting to your unique situation.

  • Cultural Intelligence – My international background and specialised knowledge of the UAE and UK job markets allow me to provide contextually relevant guidance for navigating diverse work environments.

  • Balance of Support and Challenge – I create a safe space for exploration while also asking the questions that help you move beyond comfort zones when necessary.

  • Actionable Outcomes – Every session concludes with clear next steps that build momentum toward your larger goals.

  • Genuine Care – Your success matters to me. I limit my client roster to ensure I can give each person the attention they deserve.