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Hey!
I am Sonali.
Mother, wife, daughter, sister, friend … and a successful professional with 28 years of glorious corporate career.
My life’s theory? To make no excuses and work towards becoming the best version of myself every single day – and to help others become their best selves, too.
During my career, I’ve learned from and teamed with the best – most notably with GE, Dell and most recently as a Partner with Deloitte in Australia. My experience has mostly been in client-facing roles, building close relationships with senior CEOs and their leadership teams to solve their most complex problems. Clients I have proudly served include: American Express, British Telecom, Cargill, Citibank, Cochlear, DuPont, GE, Johnson & Johnson, Unilever and Walmart.
What makes me, me.
Born in Delhi, I have travelled to 33 countries and am now a proud Australian citizen who lives in Melbourne with my family. Coming from a middle-class family and becoming financially independent at the age of eighteen have made me both resilient and confident. During my career I have navigated different ups and downs and made life choices that have led me to where I am today.
I am a certified professional life coach from Australian Institute of Coaching (2021), a certified vinyasa yoga teacher registered with U.S. Yoga Alliance (2021) and love the thrill of taking part in adventurous sports. Think scuba diving, sky diving, bungy jumping, mountain trail biking and hiking across high altitude glaciers, world famous frozen river trek and much more!
My clients describe me as confident and authentic with a ‘can do’ attitude – they know they can rely on me to deliver excellent results because I will always tell it like it is. No bullsh*t, remember?
Three lessons I’ve learned that will benefit you.
‘Become a Partner with Deloitte.’ In 2008, I scribbled these very words on my vision board. At the time, I was working in middle management, leading the National Talent, Diversity and Community programs for more than 10,000 of Deloitte’s employees located in India’s growing offshore delivery centre. I knew that becoming a Partner for one of the Big 4 professional services firms was going to be very challenging given my internal-facing role at the time. Some would even say unrealistic! I also didn’t have a clear roadmap on how to make my goal a reality …
- Did I doubt myself? Yes!
- Did it stop me? No.
- Did I face roadblocks? So many …
- Did I succeed? Of course, yes!
So, what did I do? I reflected on my personal journey and realised that three success factors – life lessons, if you like – stood out:
- First, fearlessly be my best self: I considered the life choices I had made that truly gave me the peace of mind to be fearless, never make excuses and be myself. Most of us undermine the importance of having peace, love, health and happiness at home – but it’s the most important thing we should all strive towards
- Second, build my personal brand: I have a 100% track record of being non-judgmental, kind and authentic in every interaction with my stakeholders. I make no excuses, deeply invest in my clients and always tell it like it is to deliver the best outcomes. My mantra is ‘I will not waste your time, and please don’t waste mine’ – and it has served me well
- Third, nurture my global network: It didn’t matter how much I knew, but who I knew. This is where my superpower came in – my global network – which I could lean on to solve both client and personal matters. Most of us don’t even use this superpower, but it has made me unstoppable. I kept nurturing my network, day after day, year after year, breaking global boundaries to never give up, deliver exceptional results and achieve new milestones.
Having fulfilled my ambition to become a Partner, I reached the point where I asked myself ‘What’s next?’. That’s where the idea of my new business came in. In the last few years I have been drawn towards the art of coaching, having worked with a number of executive coaches at throughout my own career.
I realised that I have a lot to offer others – and am passionate about sharing my life lessons so anyone can reach their full potential – no matter where they are in their journey. I thrive on helping established and emerging leaders transform their life, personal brand and global network – just like I have done.
Hey!
I am Sonali.
Mother, wife, daughter, sister, friend … and a successful professional with 28 years of glorious corporate career.
My life’s theory? To make no excuses and work towards becoming the best version of myself every single day – and to help others become their best selves, too.
During my career, I’ve learned from and teamed with the best – most notably with GE, Dell and most recently as a Partner with Deloitte in Australia. My experience has mostly been in client-facing roles, building close relationships with senior CEOs and their leadership teams to solve their most complex problems. Clients I have proudly served include: American Express, British Telecom, Cargill, Citibank, Cochlear, DuPont, GE, Johnson & Johnson, Unilever and Walmart.
What makes me, me.
Born in Delhi, I have travelled to 33 countries and am now a proud Australian citizen who lives in Melbourne with my family. Coming from a middle-class family and becoming financially independent at the age of eighteen have made me both resilient and confident. During my career I have navigated different ups and downs and made life choices that have led me to where I am today.
I am a certified professional life coach from Australian Institute of Coaching (2021), a certified vinyasa yoga teacher registered with U.S. Yoga Alliance (2021) and love the thrill of taking part in adventurous sports. Think scuba diving, sky diving, bungy jumping, mountain trail biking and hiking across high altitude glaciers, world famous frozen river trek and much more!
My clients describe me as confident and authentic with a ‘can do’ attitude – they know they can rely on me to deliver excellent results because I will always tell it like it is. No bullsh*t, remember?
Three lessons I’ve learned that will benefit you.
‘Become a Partner with Deloitte.’ In 2008, I scribbled these very words on my vision board. At the time, I was working in middle management, leading the National Talent, Diversity and Community programs for more than 10,000 of Deloitte’s employees located in India’s growing offshore delivery centre. I knew that becoming a Partner for one of the Big 4 professional services firms was going to be very challenging given my internal-facing role at the time. Some would even say unrealistic! I also didn’t have a clear roadmap on how to make my goal a reality …
- Did I doubt myself? Yes!
- Did it stop me? No.
- Did I face roadblocks? So many …
- Did I succeed? Of course, yes!
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Everyone is unique and at different stages in their career and life, so I have developed flexible programs that are designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. Let’s have a look:
1. Individual Coaching
Are you a senior executive or entrepreneur looking to level up in your professional and personal life? You know at the back of your mind that you need to stop making excuses and start taking action to live the life you want and fulfill those dreams, whether professional or personal. Now is Now! Good news is that I can help you get there. I am and will be the only brutally honest person in your life, the only person who can make you see what you cannot see yourself and make progress however small they may be towards who you would like ot be. If you are ready, then let’s get started.
It is usually a long-term engagement spanning 3-6 months but, we can also do a one-off two-hours fire up session which can be used to work on an ‘immediate and specific’ goal or challenge, helping to ensure a fast and successful outcome. This can be accomplished either remotely or in person in Melbourne. Confidentiality is guaranteed.
2.Fire Up masterclasses
Are you a lifelong learner who is always looking to expand their knowledge and skills? Look no further than Fire Up Masterclasses! Join me for the online sessions where I offer authentic programs on a variety of topics. From overcoming fear and limiting beliefs to building your personal brand, enhancing your wellness, and improving your networking skills - I've got you covered! As someone who absorbs knowledge like a sponge and acts on it, I am truly passionate about these masterclasses. Don't miss out on this opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.
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But don’t wait, these masterclasses have limited seats available each month and are first come, first served. So, make sure to secure your spot before they’re all gone!
3. SDx network
I am excited to announce the creation of the first global network of Indians in senior leadership roles in corporate world. As a senior executive myself, my global network has been my superpower. I am a natural at authentically connecting and engaging with people whether it is Client CEOs, Global colleagues, or someone I have met socially. I love to keep in touch with people and support them in their journey and not surprising that everyone reciprocates when I need their support. However, I realise that this is a big gap among senior leaders around the world. There’s nothing more exciting that helping others build this muscle, slowly and steadily until my superpower becomes your superpower too.
monthly networking event featuring CEOs or Industry experts from my network and beyond. Together, we will be inspired by their life journeys, learn how they navigated life’s ups and downs, and gain valuable lessons. I host these 75 minutes sessions on second Wednesday of every month.
To maintain authenticity and diversity, admission to the network will be by invitation only. We will admit members who maintain equal diversity from the inception. I will be hosting quarterly, in-person networking events in Melbourne and Sydney, and in cities that I would be traveling to.
Let’s connect, learn from, and inspire each other. Submit your expression of interest by sending me an email (link to email to sonali@sonalidua.com with subject ‘Yes, keen to join SDx’ and be a part of this global network. #NoExcuses.
Testimonials
“I recently had the pleasure of working with Sonali to redefine my executive presence and elevator pitch. Her guidance has helped me connect with my audience on a deeper, more meaningful level while remaining authentic. Thanks to her expertise, I feel more confident and prepared for all my conversations. If you're looking to enhance your communication skills, I highly recommend working with Sonali.”
Senior Executive
Telstra“Have you ever found yourself in the midst of a personal breakdown with no clear path forward? I know I have. Thanks to Sonali's guidance, I not only found the courage to get back up after my fall, but also the confidence to fearlessly go off the beaten track. A year later, I found myself starting a new life with my daughter across continents. If you're looking for someone who can help you navigate life's challenges, I highly recommend Sonali.”
Middle Management
Dorling Kindersley“Sonali's guidance has been a game-changer for me. Her compassionate and empowering approach has helped me step out of my comfort zone in remarkable ways. Through her guidance, I have tackled tough conversations with confidence and embraced new adventures with enthusiasm. I am amazed by the newfound freedom and growth that I have experienced across multiple aspects of my life. I am grateful for her mentorship and excited to share my miraculous experiences with others.”
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