Testimonials

I could tell you all day how much I love working with PhDs to help them design careers that fit who they are—but it’s always better to hear from the people who’ve been through the process. These testimonials come directly from scholars who decided to take their futures into their own hands, redefine success on their own terms, and build lives that align with their values and expertise.

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Dr. Mtshali brings extraordinary breadth and insight into a confusing, stressful, and complicated job market. First, Marya is welcoming and open; she truly understands the complicated emotions related to the PhD and transitioning out of academia. We have a wonderful rapport, and I feel supported. Second, Marya's coaching process is the perfect amount of structure and flexibility. Her sessions are tailored to my specific priorities, and I her workbooks are engaging and practical.She has a keen ability to identify and breakdown my sticking points. Plus, Marya has a birds eye view of the field and her high-level strategies/tools have boosted my confidence and resiliency. It feels great to to apply Marya's frameworks and see success that matters to me.

- PhD Graduate in Environmental Studies

★★★★★