let go of people-pleasing & pursue your power

Nearly half of all adults in the US self-identify as people-pleasers*, and while it might seem like a helpful characteristic to have, for many of us it can be draining and lead to stress, anxiety and depression. If you’re ready to break free from your people-pleasing behaviors and become a confident leader in your life and career, then book a free consultation and let’s get to work.

*Source: YouGov 2022

about me

I’m Nandhini Sundaram, a Personal Development coach and recovering People-Pleaser

I have been a people-pleaser for most of my life and know first hand how exhausting it can be. Having worked in advertising for nearly 20 years, it was my job to make sure my clients were happy. While my people-pleasing tendencies were helpful early in my career, as I got promoted and started working with more clients and peers, and leading more team-members, the need to please everyone became overwhelming. I was stressed out and anxious all the time, had trouble sleeping during the work week, and was in a constant state of fatigue.  I had no energy for friends or family, let alone having hobbies.  I knew I needed something to change, but I didn’t know where to begin.  

After years of self-reflection and working with teachers and coaches, I learned to challenge and eventually let go of many people-pleasing behaviors and beliefs that were no longer serving me. Even though I’m still in recovery, and likely always will be, I was still able to find a new sense of power and authenticity that I didn’t think I would ever have. 

Today, as a certified coach, I want to help you do the same. Book a free consultation to learn how we can partner together.

3 months to a more empowered you

During our coaching partnership, you can gain more…

  • Confidence by reducing self-doubt, challenging your fears and quieting your negative inner critic

  • Clarity and self-awareness to uncover what you truly want in life versus settling for what’s no longer working for you

  • Balance by understanding your priorities and creating the space to better support them

  • Progress by having an accountability partner to help you work through roadblocks as you move towards your goals

Our initial 3-month partnership includes:

  • One 90-minute Discovery Session

  • Eleven 60-minute personalized coaching sessions

  • Additional one-on-one support between sessions via email or ad hoc call

  • Custom exercises and tools to drive self-awareness and overcome old behaviors

$2000 USD or 3 payments of $750 USD

Client Testimonials

  • “I didn’t realize how much I needed a coach until I started working with Nandhini. She helped me build confidence and clarity in my next move, something I was grappling with before we started working together. Her approach has been both empathetic and pragmatic and I would highly recommend her to everyone - people in a transition phase, feeling stagnant in their role and unclear as to where to go next, looking to build confidence and resilience, and more. I really could not recommend her enough.”

    — Elspeth I.

  • “Nandhini has an extraordinary ability to be direct while also being kind and compassionate in her coaching. She helped me navigate and organize my thoughts as I worked through what my next career growth opportunity could be. Her insights and guidance were invaluable, providing clarity and confidence in my decisions. I highly recommend Nandhini to anyone seeking thoughtful and impactful coaching.”

    — Michelle L.

  • “Nandhini was able to bring me clarity by giving me a space to talk through things on a holistic level - self awareness, mental health, life events and choices - and bring it together to find the right path for me career-wise. It helped me understand and reinforce my strengths and the things I liked and how that should inform my job search. I think it also sparked some motivation in me because it helped me see what I can work towards. Nandhini’s very understanding and has great frameworks that helped me think things through. She provided an open and comfortable space for me to be vulnerable and I think our sessions were super helpful for someone like me who was feeling a little lost.”

    — Lynn T.

  • Finding my way into Nandhini's practice during such a tumultuous season in my life was a true gift. Her ability to hold space, while also provoking action, was done so in such a thoughtful manner that I left each session feeling more empowered than the last. I highly recommend Nandhihi's offerings to anyone that is undergoing career disruption and/or general uncertainties on the next step(s) forward in life. Each discussion provided clarity over where my energy could be spent, as well as affirmation that I can stand firmly in my own power regardless of the situation at hand. 

    — Audra J.

  • “Each session left me feeling empowered and revitalized. Her insightful guidance and genuine dedication to my success were instrumental in propelling me forward towards my career goals and helping me deal with some of my inner demons. Thanks to Nandhini’s expertise and support, I now feel more confident and focused in my career than ever before.”

    — Fionnuala O.