This coaching pushed me into action and helped me get out of my zone of doubts. I’ve gained an enormous amount of self-confidence and a better understanding of what’s important to me. I’ve landed a job that makes sense and where I can use my strengths.
Anne-Sophie, Expatriate Spouse
Anne-Sophie, Expatriate Spouse.
This support pushed me into action and helped me get out of my zone of doubts and uncertainties. I now know what my internal blockages are and how to overcome them. I’ve changed my mindset, and my beliefs. I’ve rediscovered who I am, with my strengths, weaknesses, and past experiences, in a positive way. I’ve gained an enormous amount of self-confidence and a better understanding of what’s important to me. All in all, this coaching has enabled me to take stock of who I am and where I want to go. For me, the greatest transformation is that today, I know how to offer myself kindness and gratitude and accept myself as I am, with all my imperfections. I trust myself and move forward with much greater serenity and desire to act.
Back in France, I began my job search with a clearer vision of the field in which I wanted to work. After 3 months of prospecting, I landed a job that is meaningful to me and where I can use my strengths.Â
Nancy was able to establish a relationship of trust right from our first contact. I immediately felt at ease in what was a difficult process for me. Nancy is a caring and smiling person. Without any hesitation, I’d make the same choice again! This coaching is a beautiful inner journey that I’ll never regret treating myself to. Many thanks to Nancy!
Today, I’m calm and intentional about my decisions, making sure that everything is in line with who I really am, deep down!
Amanda Banda, Humanitarian
Amanda Banda, Humanitarian
When I started working with Nancy, I had no idea what my strengths, values, abilities, and skills were, or how to use them to design the career I wanted. Everything was random and unplanned. I was very frustrated that I kept coming up against the same walls. I needed to clarify what I had to offer, my career options and job opportunities. Today, everything is clear to me, and I have a plan that I can continually work on, revise and update. I really appreciated the clarity Nancy brought to my thoughts and fears. I found particularly useful the combination of time outside the sessions to reflect independently thanks to the incredible exercises and resources; and time during the sessions to deepen these reflections with Nancy. Today, I’m intentional about my decisions, making sure that everything is in line with who I really am deep down. Working with Nancy is the best decision I’ve ever made. Thank you for these eye-opening resources, information, and knowledge.
This support helped me to get through a phase of intense burn-out, to validate what I wanted to do and to set clear goals for healthier and more motivating working conditions.
Anonymous, Humanitarian
Anonymous, Humanitarian
Prior to coaching with Nancy, I was experiencing a burnout that left me demoralized, confused and unable to move forward and make decisions. I was trying to clarify which path to follow for this important professional transition. I needed to set achievable goals, carve out time and space for myself, and find my way to a healthier, more balanced life. Thanks to this program, I was able to crystallize and validate what I wanted to do and set clear lines and goals for healthier and more motivating working conditions. I was also able to reaffirm the kind of life I want for myself, the kind of person I want to be, and determine how to get there. Nancy’s structured, flexible, and caring guidance helped me build my self-confidence, see the light at the end of the tunnel and inject much-needed positivity into my thinking. Nancy has a very empathetic, non-judgmental, and gentle approach. She is able to be both very honest and very kind in her comments. Her strengths-based approach is a very powerful tool that helped me find a solid center of gravity to focus on each action. Nancy was the best thing that could have happened to me during this very difficult period in my life, and I owe her a debt of gratitude for helping me to get through an intense burnout phase, to be able to use my time productively and to identify ways of overcoming obstacles. My partner has also remarked that I’m a different person now.
I’ve managed to redefine my 13 years as an expatriate spouse in a positive way, and no longer as a big gap in my CV with no professional experience.
Lydie Cohuet, Expatriate Spouse
Lydie Cohuet, Expatriate Spouse
After 13 years as an expatriate spouse, I wanted to give my life and career a new direction. With this coaching, my aim was to regain my self-confidence and clarify who I was so I could reconnect with the professional world. You were able to adapt to my needs as the sessions progressed, addressing the themes I needed to move forward and achieve my goals. Your way of explaining things, your working method and your flexibility enabled me to achieve excellent results; while during my coaching, I went through an unexpected tsunami in my personal life. Our work together helped me enormously to take a step back, regain my self-confidence, relearn to speak positively about myself, refocus and feel ready to take the first step, to open doors, be more confident in decision-making and in my job search. Nancy, you have a real gift for feeling things out and providing support with kindness, professionalism, and efficiency. And in my situation, that helped me a lot. I’ve been able to reclaim my strengths, my qualities, my values…rediscover who I am after 13 years of thinking about others and not enough about myself. Today, I see myself differently! I’ve managed to redefine my 13 years of expatriation in a positive way, and no longer as a big gap in my CV with no professional experience. To those who are hesitating, I’d like to say: Go for it, you won’t regret it!
I now approach the selection process for my job applications with much more optimism and confidence!
Monica Garcia, Humanitarian
Monica Garcia, Humanitarian
Before working with Nancy, I wasn’t aware of my professional strengths and skills, or how I could project myself personally and professionally over the next 1, 5 and 10 years. In addition, my natural humility and cautiousness created a deep frustration within me that I couldn’t overcome, when considering my professional career. Through a series of reflective exercises and coaching sessions, Nancy guided me through a thorough process of introspection, always asking the right questions and ending conversations with a clear outcome. I particularly appreciated Nancy’s optimism, her ability to provoke thought and to move from the most general to the most specific questions. This coaching changed my perception of my professional career and enabled me to take stock of all my experiences, as well as my skills and strengths. I’ve become proud of my career path, the challenges I’ve taken on, my cross-functional experiences and my ability to adapt to different career opportunities and work environments. I now approach the selection process for my job applications with much more optimism and confidence.
The results are beyond what I had hoped for: I’ve found my path, I know what I want to do and how to do it, without fear of judgement and without having to worry about it!
Aline Mazuel, Expatriate Spouse
Aline Mazuel, Expatriate Spouse
Before I started working with Nancy, I felt lost. I didn’t know what I wanted to do with myself, I didn’t know who I was outside of my roles as a mom and wife, and I lacked self-confidence. My goal was to understand what I wanted for myself, to know who I was and to regain my self-confidence. The results are beyond what I had hoped for: I’ve found my path, I know what I want to do and how to do it, without fear of judgement and without getting into my head! I’ve regained my self-confidence; I know how to manage my anxieties and I know where my strengths lie. What I particularly appreciated about Nancy was her availability, her willingness to listen, her questions that were always well put… and Nancy as a person! I really enjoyed the exercises, which got me thinking in a different way. To anyone hesitating to work with Nancy, I’d say don’t hesitate, it’s worth it to work on yourself, and especially for yourself!
I have much more enthusiasm, resilience, and a much better understanding of what’s important to me moving forward!
Tanya Wood, Humanitarian
Tanya Wood, Humanitarian
Nancy coached me through a period of great uncertainty and change. I was wondering about different paths to take, both personal and professional. Nancy’s coaching provided me with excellent tools to critically help me consider these different options with greater understanding and clarity. I found the way she gently but firmly ensured that I was committed to myself and my goals extremely helpful, and it helped me increase my self-confidence. I also appreciated her understanding of the expatriate and humanitarian world. She understood the different challenges, related to the environment and change, that these careers entail. Thanks to the coaching sessions with Nancy, I’m much more enthusiastic, resilient, and aware of what’s important for me to move forward. I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to recommend Nancy.
It was a magical moment when I discovered my dream job. Today, I’m motivated to move forward this direction… which has never happened to me before!
Élodie Texier, Working Expatriate
Élodie Texier, Working Expatriate
When I contacted Nancy, my aim was to regain serenity in my day-to-day life and identify what I wanted to do professionally in the medium and long term. The in-depth work on my time management enabled me to understand how to take a little time to gain a lot! It was also a magical moment when I discovered my dream job! Today, I’m motivated to move forward that direction… something I’ve never done before! I particularly appreciated the opportunity to identify my strengths; to take into account goals that emerge along the way; and the real and constructive exchange. Thank you Nancy! Today, I have gained in serenity and clarity. This experience has changed my personal life by enabling me to better balance my professional and personal time. This coaching will also undoubtedly change my professional life: I’m much more serene and motivated to reach my goals, which I’ve finally clarified and defined! Don’t hesitate to work with Nancy: you’ll discover what you’re capable of, gently, efficiently and with good surprises.
I’m more confident, I accept myself better and I’m much more ambitious personally and professionally than I’ve ever been!
Reshma Adatia, Humanitarian
Reshma Adatia, Humanitarian
While Nancy was my coach, I experienced the most incredible journey of discovery and awareness, allowing me to truly understand the number of changes that had been occupying a significant part of my life in recent months. Nancy helped me identifying not only my professional skills and goals, but also to align my understanding of my personal passions and values with my professional ambitions. I’m more confident, more accepting of myself and far more ambitious personally and professionally than I’ve ever been. I know it’s because I’ve had Nancy by my side to support and guide me these past few months. I now have tools that I can continue to apply on my own as I move forward professionally and personally. Nancy was extremely flexible in our coaching relationship, allowing me to go at my own pace and explore my own creativity throughout the process. I always looked forward to our sessions, knowing that I’d have a coach who listened, challenged me, with whom to explore and… share a few laughs. I highly recommend Nancy and encourage any professional, especially in the humanitarian sector, to work with her to successfully manage the personal and/or professional changes they are facing.
I’ve started to change about myself and feel completely ready and serene for my return to my home country, equipped with tools and a clear vision of what I want to be!
Sophie Panthou, Expatriate Spouse
Sophie Panthou, Expatriate Spouse
When I contacted Nancy, I wanted to prepare for my return to my home country after 3 years abroad. I was unsure of how to behave, especially with my family. I wanted to take stock of the situation so as to be ready and able to support these changes in the best possible way. The results were beyond my expectations! I was able to question a lot of things, especially my attitude to change and family management. I’ve initiated a change in myself and feel completely ready and serene for this return, equipped with tools and a clear vision of what I want to be! This work has enabled me to better define who I am and what I want in my life. To those who are reluctant to work with Nancy, I say: Go for it! It’s bound to help you move forward in your life and discover more about yourself!
Working with Nancy helped me to normalize my doubts, my questionings, and my desire for transition. Today, I have many tools in my hands. I certainly know myself better, and that’s one of the greatest added values of this program. I also have a concrete direction to follow.
Anonymous, Humanitarian
Anonymous, Humanitarian
Working with Nancy helped me normalize my doubts, questionings, and desire for transition. Today, I have many tools in my hands. I certainly know myself better, and that’s one of the greatest added values of this program. I also have a concrete direction to follow.
Nancy is resourceful, experienced, and totally reliable. She understands my desires, my needs, and my humanitarian path. She’s there for you, and she’ll make sure this coaching is tailored to YOUR needs and desires.
This coaching was the springboard I needed.
Claire Fortel, Expatriate Spouse
Claire Fortel, Expatriate Spouse
After several years as an unemployed expatriate spouse, currently with school-age children, I wanted to find a new professional activity. Nancy was the perfect partner for me. Thanks to an effective methodological approach, a sympathetic listening ear and pertinent questioning, she helped me gain self-confidence, clarify, and define my professional project. Today, I’m ready to apply for a job (with all the tools in my pocket). This coaching was a great opportunity for me and the springboard I needed.
I made the inner journey I needed to unblock my life and make the decisions I needed to redirect it. I discovered myself to be resourceful and stronger than I thought.
Sandrine Girard, Humanitarian
Sandrine Girard, Humanitarian
Today, I have a clear long-term vision, numerous tools to use on a daily basis to improve my emotional and social intelligence, and increased assertiveness in my communication.
Matthieu, Humanitarian
Matthieu, Humanitarian
When I started working with Nancy, I was in a turmoil between wanting to change jobs and training as a coach. I was unsettled and lacked perspective. My expectations for this support were twofold: on the one hand, to find the resources and tools I needed to get out of my emotional state, react and start a transition process; and on the other, to experience a coaching process from the inside, so as to gain an informed understanding of my own coaching training and discover a coaching style. Today, I have a clear long-term vision, numerous tools to use on a daily basis to improve my emotional and social intelligence, increased assertiveness in my communication, a methodology for taking small steps forward without letting my thoughts overwhelm me, and I’ve discovered a coaching approach with its own methodology and style. Without a doubt, I also have a better understanding of myself. I particularly appreciated your structured approach, the quality of your gentle yet challenging support, and your guidance in moving towards concrete, measurable goals. To those who are hesitant to work with you, I’d tell them to jump in with their eyes closed, because you’ll catch them gently so they can bounce back even further on their own!
I came away with a much clearer vision of my project, my priorities, and the means to make it a reality, so I can keep moving forward on my own!
Marie C., Working Expatriate
Marie C., Working Expatriate
When I contacted Nancy, I felt completely locked in and suffocated, yet I wanted to develop a project. I needed someone from the outside to take an objective look at my situation. Today, I finally have confidence in my project and have taken the first steps to make it a reality. It’s the questions I’ve been asked, and the tools I’ve been given, that have enabled me to move forward. Nancy uses a whole host of techniques that enable us to move forward much more quickly and efficiently than we had imagined. It was a great experience that gave me more than I thought. I came away with a much clearer vision of my project, my priorities, and the means to make it a reality and keep moving forward on my own. I particularly appreciated Nancy’s availability and her ability to adapt to my profile. I’d highly recommend Nancy, who is very friendly and a good listener. Thank you, Nancy!
This coaching allowed me to take on challenges. I have grown!
​Anonymous, Humanitarian
Anonymous, Humanitarian
When I contacted Nancy, I was settled into a routine that was weighing on me, and I was just embarking on two huge changes: my first expatriation and a new job. I wanted Nancy to help me make the right decisions and prepare for the changes. I felt the need for guidance during this period of newness. Right from the start, I had a good contact and feeling. Nancy is caring and a good listener. My first mission abroad went really well. I went to Ukraine, where I was able to cope with the workload, the new culture, and the novelties of my job. I dare say I’m proud of myself! The coaching made me aware of a lot of things, and I was able to rise to the challenges. I’ve grown up. What helped me the most was the fact of talking to someone who listens to me, who is there for me, asks me questions and gives me very good advice, encourages me, congratulates me, and helps me see the positive things I’ve managed to do. This coaching is a great opportunity to take on challenges! Give yourself this chance to feel good and to progress!
I became aware of what was blocking me and was able to open a new chapter and move positively towards new projects.
Emilie Proust, Expatriate Spouse
Emilie Proust, Expatriate Spouse
I was lost in my desires and projects, I had the impression that I was thinking a lot but not making any progress, and I needed an outside, professional view of my situation. I turned to Nancy Bonamy’s Coup de pouce session, and I don’t regret it! In no time at all, thanks to her effective questioning and her knowledge of the psychological stages we go through when we’re in a process of change, I became aware of what was blocking me, and I was able to open a new chapter and move forward positively towards new projects. Her attentiveness, benevolence, rigor, and gentleness enabled me to launch into the future without hindrance. I can only recommend Nancy’s professional coaching services, which will help you find the resources within yourself to move forward independently.Â
This experience has been incredibly meaningful for me, helping me to bring closure to a lot of things and giving me a vision towards which to move forward.
Zabin Jadavj, Humanitarian
Zabin Jadavj, Humanitarian
When I contacted Nancy, I was going through a major transition, having just sold my business and unsure of what I wanted to do next. I wanted to take the time to explore who I am and my values; before making a decision on how to move forward. Thanks to this coaching experience, I feel I have a better understanding of who I am and not only am I aware of what I’m good at – this process has also helped me recognize my strengths and weaknesses; understand what’s important to me and know what I want in the long term. I think deep down I’ve always known; but the coaching sessions helped me to accept/acknowledge what I want. What was particularly helpful was that Nancy never let me come away with answers that remained ‘on the surface’. I think everyone should work with a coach at least once. It brought a lot of clarity and allowed me to think out loud, in a safe, non-judgmental environment. All I can say is that this experience has been incredibly meaningful for me, helping me to bring closure to a lot of things and giving me a vision to move towards.
Nancy helped me identify my skills, my goals and define a clear and strategic action plan. Her holistic approach is a plus for those who want to successfully manage all aspects of their transitions.
Fabien Dubuet, Humanitarian
Fabien Dubuet, Humanitarian
Nancy helped me a lot when I was in the process of leaving my previous job and making plans for a life as an independent.
Koos de Korte, Expatriate Spouse
Koos de Korte, Expatriate Spouse
Nancy helped me a lot when I was in the process of leaving my previous job and making plans for a life as a freelancer. She is an excellent coach with wonderful communication skills. She managed to put me at ease while asking me sometimes difficult questions. I’m impressed by the way she blends her skills and professionalism with a friendly, easy-going approach.
Nancy helped me define my vision and create a concrete, step-by-step action plan to achieve my goals.
Rihana Azam, Working Expatriate
Rihana Azam, Working Expatriate
Nancy’s empathy, great listening skills, insightful questions and professionalism helped me define my vision and create a concrete, step-by-step action plan to help me achieve my goals. Every session I’ve had with Nancy has been a real pleasure and I’ve always ended with an invaluable understanding of how I can move forward as quickly and efficiently as possible. I highly recommend Nancy as your next coach: she’s someone to have around!
Today, I’ve clarified my goals…I’ve understood that I have resources within me that I can mobilize to initiate change!
Anonymous, Humanitarian
Anonymous, Humanitarian
Before the coaching, I was in a stable job with the impression that I was stagnating. I was having trouble getting into action and getting out of procrastination. I needed more in-depth support than the skills assessment I’d done previously. Today, I’ve clarified my goals, I’ve understood that I need to look for diversity in my tasks and what kind of work environment suits me. I feel more positive, I’ve changed my attitude and my state of mind… all this lets me know that it’s possible! I’ve understood that I have resources within me that I can mobilize to initiate change, and that to move forward I need to set myself goals, break them down, stick to them and embody them, while being kind to myself. I found the work on my mindset, the tools for good communication and the individual sessions with Nancy particularly useful.
A special testimonial from the husband of one of my clients! – “I’ve seen my wife transformed. She has found her answers and is looking to the future with serenity.”
Laurent, husband of one of my expatriate spouse clients.
Laurent, husband of one of my expatriate spouse clients.
Go back to work? Stay home with the kids? And what kind of job, after moving to the USA and working in a profession that no longer existed, with no recognized qualifications anyway?
It was in this totally unclear context that my wife started working with Nancy.
I appreciated her ability to go back to basics and rediscover herself. Who am I, after all? And how can I know what to do if I don’t know who I am? I could see from the exercises that Nancy’s approach is open-ended: she doesn’t give answers, she guides us to ask ourselves the right questions. The answer seems so simple once we know what the questions are…
At the end of their journey together, I’ve seen my wife transformed. More self-confident, realizing who she really was “for herself” and not “through the eyes of others”. She was less afraid of assuming her own desires. Finding peace of mind. I see nothing but positive changes, and my wife is more fulfilled than ever. She’s found her answer and is looking to the future with serenity.
Thank you, Nancy!
I regained my self-confidence in all areas of my life and found the motivation I needed to achieve my personal and professional goals.
CĂ©line R., Self-employed
CĂ©line R., Self-employed
When I started working with Nancy, I was lost and discouraged, with no confidence in myself either personally or professionally. Her coaching helped me to see more clearly what I was capable of and what I wanted to achieve in the future. I regained my self-confidence in all areas of my life. I also regained the motivation I needed to achieve my personal and professional goals. Throughout the coaching process, I felt supported, valued, and encouraged. Nancy is a dynamic and motivating person, who was able to adapt to my needs and expectations. A huge THANK YOU for your support, Nancy!
Nancy had an incredible instinct for identifying my blocks and highlighting the patterns that were preventing me from making progress. I was able to realize what I needed to do differently to achieve my desired goals.
Marie Svobodova, Working Expatriate
Marie Svobodova, Working Expatriate
Nancy coached me through the launch of my freelance business. Her coaching helped me enormously in navigating all aspects of starting a business, creating a clear strategy, and clarifying my priorities. Nancy had an incredible instinct for identifying my blocks and highlighting the patterns that were preventing me from making progress. Through structured conversations I was able to realize what I needed to do differently to achieve my desired goals. Nancy has a very good understanding of the challenges expats must manage while living abroad, which helped me so much more. Her support throughout the process is invaluable. I wouldn’t have launched my business so quickly without Nancy’s coaching. I recommend her 100%.
Now I know what I want and what I need!
Julie B., Expatriate Spouse
Julie B., Expatriate Spouse
I’m 35, with two children aged 7 and 3, and two years ago we left Paris to move to New York. It’s been a tough adjustment, but we’ve managed it so well that when my husband mentioned the possibility of returning to France after just one year, I was at a loss and didn’t know what to do.
- How could I leave this energizing city where my children are thriving?
- What decision should I make?
- How could I be in agreement with my husband?
- How can I re-establish a dialogue with him?
- What’s the best decision for my children?
- How can I live this experience to the full?
Nancy helped me answer all these questions:
- with her calm and gentle manner, she’s put me at ease and enabled me to speak very freely;
- with quick, simple exercises, she helped me ask myself the right questions;
- with her empathy and the way she guided me through my reflections, she then helped me to answer them.
Without any intrusion into your life, without any judgement, Nancy allows you to think things through, to delve deep down into your true desires and needs. She helps you to think your way through, to find what would be best for you to achieve that inner peace. I used to be very skeptical, but I found myself looking forward to my sessions!
Now I know what I want and need. My husband and I made a decision in line with what we wanted, and we don’t regret it at all.
So thank you, Nancy, for showing such humanity, patience and gentleness. I don’t know what I would have done without your help.
Nancy helped me regain my optimism and creativity, as well as re-evaluate my views on myself and my life.
Margot Blom, Student back from expatriation
Margot Blom, Student back from expatriation
I decided to go into coaching with Nancy at a time in my life when I felt I wasn’t really happy, not at my best. I really enjoyed talking to Nancy, and the questions she asked helped me to clarify a lot of issues. Nancy helped me to rediscover my optimism and creativity, and to re-evaluate my views on myself and my life.
Nancy’s program is intelligent and tailored to your needs. She’s very creative and will use your best potential to boost your hard drive!
Zoé Fisher, Working Expatriate
Zoé Fisher, Working Expatriate
I’m a photographer and 10 years ago I became a sales director, specializing in children. When I started working with Nancy, I really appreciated her beautiful energy and compassion for others. Yet, I must admit, I was skeptical. I was lost and confused about where to go, what to do and how to reinvent myself. Six months later, I’ve clarified my goals and I’m exactly where I want to be. I’ve started writing a film script and managed to re-boost my creativity as a photographer. I’m happy and proud of what I’ve accomplished. Nancy’s program is intelligent and tailored to your needs. She’s very creative and will use your best potential to boost your hard drive!
