UPASNA KAUUSHIK
Tampa
Summary
An ICF-PCC–credentialed Leadership and Emotional Intelligence Coach with over 1,500 hours of coaching experience, driven by a genuine desire to serve and support people in their growth. Drawing on my background in Human Resources, Image Consulting, and Personal Branding, I partner with leaders and teams through powerful conversations that build self-awareness, clarity, and emotionally intelligent leadership. I value collaboration, deep connection, and shared success in achieving results that are both meaningful and sustainable.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Development Coach
Hello Sayge
12.2021 - Current
- 1 on 1 coaching engagement with mid- to senior-level leaders to strengthen self-awareness, cultivate executive presence, and shape authentic leadership styles, enabling career growth and professional success.
- Guide clients in team dynamics, relationship management, and strategic decision-making, fostering confident, resilient, and high-performing leaders.
- Empowering individuals to set ambitious goals, navigate complex challenges, and implement actionable strategies, helping leaders unlock their full potential and achieve sustained success.
Leadership Coach
Upasna Kaushik, The Success Coach, Florida
Florida
01.2018 - Current
- I partner with leaders, professionals, and career entrants to cultivate self-awareness and self-acceptance, the foundation for showing up with authentic leadership and presence.
- Through tailored one-on-one coaching, I help clients uncover limiting beliefs, break unhelpful patterns, and navigate complex personal and professional challenges, enabling measurable growth and sustainable success.
- Using a structured accountability framework, I guide clients to set ambitious goals, track progress, and stay focused and motivated, transforming intention into consistent action.
- My work empowers clients to step confidently into their full potential, strengthen influence and leadership impact, and thrive as their authentic selves, creating results that are both meaningful and enduring.
Emotional Intelligence Coach
Oji LifeLab
09.2020 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with leaders and high-potential professionals to cultivate emotional awareness, empathy, and authentic influence, enabling them to lead with confidence and presence.
- Delivered individual and group coaching sessions that helped clients navigate challenging situations, respond thoughtfully under pressure, and communicate with clarity and impact.
- Supported clients in building resilience, managing stress, and sustaining engagement, fostering stronger collaboration, high-performing teams, and meaningful personal growth.
- Guided individuals to translate emotional insights into actionable strategies, empowering them to strengthen their relationship with self, enhance professional effectiveness, and create lasting impact in both personal and organizational contexts.
Relationship Coach
Tawkify
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Worked with clients to enhance self-awareness, personal style, and authentic self-presentation, helping them become more confident and “dateable.”
- Guided individuals in developing their personal brand, understanding relationship dynamics, and aligning self-expression with what potential partners value, fostering meaningful connections.
- Coached clients to identify strengths, refine social presence, and communicate effectively, enabling them to approach dating with clarity, authenticity, and confidence.
Corporate & Institutional Training
Image & Lifestyle Coach
India/NJ/Florida
08.2013 - 12.2020
- Designed and facilitated training sessions on personal image components for middle and senior management at top IT corporations, enhancing their professional presence.
- Coached aspiring image consultants from diverse backgrounds at the Image Consulting Business Institute, equipping them with essential industry skills.
Manager HR
Almamate Infotech Pvt Ltd
Noida, India
11.2008 - 07.2009
- Partnered with leadership to scale HR strategy for new business initiatives.
- Established data-driven HR frameworks to enhance accountability and performance outcomes.
- Managed enterprise-wide performance management, including goal setting, appraisals, and corrective interventions.
- Designed and facilitated performance management capability.
- A VC-backed Startup (Ex-Birlasoft Leadership)
Business Associate
Globalcynex Inc.
Singapore
11.2006 - 04.2007
- Supported business development through client acquisition, relationship management, and government liaison.
- Enabled business growth by coordinating talent acquisition, compensation administration, and delivery-readiness training.
- Managed training vendors, enrollment strategies, and conducted introductory technical sessions.
Sr. Executive - HR
Yamaha Motor Solutions India Ltd
India
12.2002 - 09.2006
- Redesigned and implemented HR policies and processes aligned with IT industry practices.
- Led end-to-end performance management including goal setting, appraisals, project evaluations, and corrective interventions.
- Drove employee engagement through surveys, soft-skills training, and team-building initiatives.
- Coached employees on performance, career development, and managed voluntary exit support.
Education
MBA - Human Resources and Marketing
UP Technical University
Executive Program - Young Professionals
IIM Kolkata
Skills
- Emotional intelligence development
- Motivational techniques
- Personal development
- Natural leadership skills
- Public speaking
- Executive presence
- Vocal & Visual Communication
- Effective relationship building
Affiliations
- ICF (International Coaching Federation)
- TiE (The Indus Entrepreneur)
Certification
- Professional Certified Coach (PCC) ICF (International Coaching Federation)
- Certified Professional Coach iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching), USA
- Energy Leadership Index – Master Practitioner iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching), USA
- Certified Image Consultant (CIC) AICI (Association of Image Consultants International), USA
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Professional Development Coach
Hello Sayge
12.2021 - Current
Emotional Intelligence Coach
Oji LifeLab
09.2020 - 01.2025
Relationship Coach
Tawkify
01.2019 - 04.2021
Leadership Coach
Upasna Kaushik, The Success Coach, Florida
01.2018 - Current
Corporate & Institutional Training
Image & Lifestyle Coach
08.2013 - 12.2020
Manager HR
Almamate Infotech Pvt Ltd
11.2008 - 07.2009
Business Associate
Globalcynex Inc.
11.2006 - 04.2007
Sr. Executive - HR
Yamaha Motor Solutions India Ltd
12.2002 - 09.2006
Executive Program - Young Professionals
IIM Kolkata
MBA - Human Resources and Marketing
UP Technical University