What my Clients Say
"Paula Sugawara has a rare talent to bring out the best in people.
Her previous experience in the financial industry also gives her insight
into the real dilemmas facing people as they advance or change their careers.
Working with Paula will be an experience you will never forget, and
receiving coaching from her will likely change your life!"
—Patricia Robinson
Associate Professor, Hitotsubashi University, Tokyo
“I would say that being a recipient of Paula's coaching was extremely effective in clarifying and redefining my concerns and issues which also opened my eyes to new opportunities and consequently confirmed my direction. I am basking in my new inner peace and resolve.”
—D.F.
"In listening to me 'rant and rave,' Paula showed me how to focus on what I wanted from my life, professionally and personally. Her warm and caring personality allowed me to say things that I had never admitted to myself...and that allowed me to not ony make decisions about my future, but also to act on those decisions.
—C.P.
“As a busy working mother with young children, I found myself putting everyone else's needs ahead of mine. The decision to work with Paula was very enpowering, and our sessions have been rewarding and productive. She has helped me identify areas for change both professionally and privately, and then to take positive steps towards achieving my goals. I am glad to have someone like Paula in my corner.”
—L.G.K.
“Paula was a great help to me as I moved house, and set up my own English school. I felt so stressed at the prospect of moving, and starting a business, AND settling two children into new schools that I had no idea where to begin. Without imposing her own opinions on me, she helped me to analyse what I wanted my focus to be, and how I could achieve my aims. Having someone to answer to kept me on target with my weekly goals, and I was able to set up from scratch with no major disasters. Paula helped me to realise that I was actually capable of doing all this, and my confidence has increased greatly. I'll be able to tackle the next challenge by myself! Thanks Paula. You did a valuable thing for me.”
—V.K.
“The coach is someone to be accountable to. I am probably more likely to do something that may be a stretch for me if I am accountable to someone. She gives encouragement for taking things a step further/higher.”
—R.W.