“When I first thought about career coaching, I was skeptical. Why would I need someone to tell me things that I can read and study online? If I was having trouble, then that was my fault because the solution was just to work harder and work smarter. Any other issues were just endemic to the field. Moreover, career coaches couldn’t possibly understand the intricacies of academia — a career that is supposed to be a calling and form of community service to knowledge and education. I didn’t need motivation or productivity hacks. Yet, I found myself stuck in my career trajectory and my levels of productivity. Worst of all, I felt resentful about that stagnation, as though I had no control over my career. Something had to give.

Working with Ken brought me a lot of clarity regarding not only what I have to be grateful about, but also exactly how I could improve my mindset and regain my mojo. I went into it thinking that I had nothing to lose, but came out knowing I had everything to gain. While there were many specific tips, tactics, and “life hacks” Ken had to offer, he was wise enough to recognise that these weren’t necessarily what I needed. Instead, he really got to know me and tailored his coaching to suit my unique skillset and career challenges. Just like a sports coach, he analysed my tendencies, helped me concretise my goals and visualise my path towards achieving them, and worked with me to develop a sustainable and productive process that activates what I really sought all along: meaningful connection with my work. Ken taught me something about what I can’t get from books, and in doing so, has helped reignite my passion for reading and writing them!

Thanks Ken!”

Jason
Associate Professor

“Ken was an EXCEPTIONAL coach! Before my sessions with Ken, I had little idea about how to handle my complexed situations - interpersonal relationships, stress management, feeling unsure of myself etc. Luckily, I got the chance to talk to Ken. He was very patient and provided me with space to explore myself, to find my inner strength and resources. Half-year now after the coaching, I have been using the techniques and ways of thinking that Ken and I had discussed - all these are very valuable. He has helped me to be a more empathetic person, and more importantly - true to myself and caring for myself. Thank you, Ken.”

Matthew
Project Manager
Non-Governmental Organisation

I signed up for the {embrace} leadership programme in February after picking up early signs of burnout at work. Sleep, yoga, meditation, physical exercise, time in nature - none could ease the struggle I was going through so I knew that I had to re-assess my work-life balance dynamics. During my first coaching session with Ken Chow, I immediately was given the tools to do so, to set my priorities right, face those inner demons and clear out the negative self-talk. Ken has this incredible talent to pinpoint and ask all the right questions in every session we did, enabling you to get out of your own way and straight back into LIFE. I continue to be grateful for all the support given by the {embrace} team and look forward to diving deeper into the leadership series to unlock more true potential for growth, success and happiness. ~ Thank you Ken.

Mimi,
Project Manager Business Development
Property Development

“I met Ken at a private event where he offered to meet attendees for a coffee. I'd heard about leadership coaches and was intrigued after his presentation, so I decided to see what it was. It's the BEST decision I've made in a long time. After just the first coffee I had so many take-aways, that I decided to sign up for the full six month program.

Ken has an incredible ability to really draw out and pinpoint issues. I'd consider myself a pretty self aware person and it amazed me how many times I was unaware of a particular habit or behaviour that he picked up on. In each session we'd unpack the issues (good, bad and ugly), and then he gives you real tangible tools to move forward with a completely new viewpoint - I'd always feel empowered. I walked away from every session with invaluable tools for my kit. I had so many "WOW" moments. I was so inspired after one session I wrote an article on the topic! The value of the sessions was really validated, when my colleagues commented on how much I was developing at work.

It's been an incredible journey. I couldn't recommend Ken as a leadership coach more highly. I'll be forever thankful for the career and personal growth that I've achieved in the last six months. I'm so glad I signed up for the first coffee and took the plunge!”

Annalise
Head of Communications & Legal Consultant
Legal Tech Company

“I had the pleasure of undertaking the six-session {embrace} leadership and lifestyle coaching programme with Ken. I found the programme very helpful in helping me determine values and principles in my work and non-work endeavours. It also helped to prioritise my different engagements and to identify hidden elements that were in the way of performing at my best. I would recommend {embrace} for anyone as there are always things that one could improve in their work and performance!”

Christopher
APAC Business Development
Financial Services

“I had a brilliant consultation with one of the team members of {embrace}, Ken Chow, last year. I hadn't realised that speaking to an experienced objective party about some conundrums I'd had at the time to do with work/life could be so helpful. Since then I had another consultation with Ken and felt like a lot of my thoughts were distilled and clarified bouncing off of him. My work has been going the way I wanted it to now and my artwork is in the April edition of Hi-Fructose magazine with an interview with me! Thank you loads Ken!”

Angela
Art & Design Director