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Love Notes
from Clients
A Journey of Belonging with Square Peg Club
Sarah has worked with over 100 coachees since opening her coaching practice in early 2021 and takes great pride in providing a warm and productive container for clients to discover, dream, and scheme. Check out some recent client testimonials below!
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What sarah’s
Clients are saying
Marlaine F.G.
PhD
Our time together has been one of the greatest gifts and highlights of my professional career. I send my deepest thanks for the warm connection, the insightful questions, the encouragement to think outside of all the boxes, and the affirmation that my passions are important and have value. I have worked with two coaches previously and value this service, and Sarah’s skill and support are unique. I have recommended her to all of my colleagues!
Emily Wentzell
PhD
I’m SO happy with my job transition and my family and friends say that I’m back to being my happy, pre-burnout self. I feel valued and respected at my new job, and I enjoy the work, but I especially love not thinking about it after I log out for the day. Since I work for a multinational company, I’m using that as a stepping stone to try to move my family to a new country. I have a transfer to Portugal approved by my super supportive manager who is now shepherding that through the complexities of HR. I can’t thank you enough for all your help!
Nina Palmo
PhD
This “was a transformative experience in helping me get unstuck in my professional life. I had been spinning my wheels trying to figure out my next steps. Sarah helped me clarify my goals and come up with concrete steps I could take right now. I have a much better sense of what I can contribute to the world and where my current position fits in. I highly recommend her to anyone who is needing more clarity, purpose, and encouragement.
Diane L.
PhD
Sarah is a master at helping people identify their goals and strengths. She gives lots of great feedback and provides new ways of thinking about life roles.
G.S.
PhD
I came to the process feeling like I didn’t have the tools or skills to gain clarity on my values or goals, but Sarah was key in helping me to see that this wasn’t the case. I felt both gently pushed and greatly affirmed throughout my sessions with Sarah and would highly recommend the practice to anyone seeking direction from someone who has “been there” before.
Laura Q.
PhD
Sarah was very friendly and incredibly supportive, but also very professional. Working with her helped me clarify what I value in a career, and empowered me to look for it in places I did not consider was possible before. She also understands the conditions and constraints of academic life, which I found very helpful. I would definitely recommend coaching with Sarah to anyone who has questions about their careers.
Jeff C
PhD
Earlier this year, you helped me gain a new self awareness. My career, and joy, had stalled. We crafted a plan forward and I am very pleased to announce that I began a new career season. You helped me greatly by becoming available for advice during that crucial interview phase. I was provided a fair salary, a continuation of my current benefits and freedom to work from home at my discretion this is a good fit. I want to thank you for your willingness and expertise. Who knows what will be accomplished next?”
Connie B.
PhD
Working with Sarah has given me a whole new way of thinking about what my life can look like, professionally and beyond. She’s helped me feel like I can stop looking for permission to pursue unconventional and creative possibilities, and that I’m free to create my own blueprint, and I can start down the road without knowing exactly where it will lead.
Maral Erol
PhD
Sarah is a bright, supportive, and insightful coach, who held me accountable to my intentions and values warmly and firmly. Working with her has helped me find integrity and peace in my professional directions.
Jacki L
PhD
I was unsure of how to move my job search forward after deciding to leave my position as a tenured professor. I was referred to Sarah by a friend who also left academia, and I’m so glad I decided to work with Sarah. She is committed, kind, and energetic. She will engage you in the questions you need to reflect on while providing encouragement and support. After our sessions, I feel much more confident in what I want out of my next position and how to communicate that in a resume and cover letter.
Indu Viswanathan
PhD
I can’t stress enough how working with Sarah has been a transformative experience. A friend from grad school recommended that I connect with Sarah when I confided in them about my career-related unhappiness and feeling adrift. From our very first meeting, it became evident that Sarah possesses a unique ability to deeply respect and understand the person in front of her. It’s not quite like therapy, and it’s not just friendship; Sarah serves as a compassionate mirror that helped me realize that a grander vision for my professional journey is well within my grasp. My experience with her felt both grounded and expansive, bridging the present and the future. Since I started collaborating with her, my perspective on my work has expanded, and I’ve gained a clearer understanding of healthy boundaries. I’ve also come to recognize that I deserve happiness and prosperity, and achieving these goals is entirely feasible.