Reflections from Clients
Reflections from Clients
I’m going to let the people I’ve worked with speak for themselves.
At the outset of my coaching journey, I was admittedly sceptical. After completing six sessions with Vandena, my perspective shifted significantly. Her thoughtful and non-judgmental approach created a safe space for reflection and helped me approach challenges with clarity and confidence.
Shaakira Dalvie
Finance Manager, Old Mutual
Vandena's person-centred approach, calm humanity and deep listening skills provide a safe, productive and reflective coaching experience.
Polly Lerner FCIPD
Capability Director (Supply Chain), Haleon
Vandena has helped me unlock a deeper level of self-awareness and become more intentional in my actions.
Davin Duke
Multimedia Specialist, The Shoprite Group
Vandena brings empathy and emotional intelligence to navigating the complexities of leadership and management.
Roshan Cader
Publishing Director at HSRC
Vandena is supportive, inspiring and highly effective at creating a space where you can be vulnerable, reflect deeply and reframe your thinking in order to move forward. Through her thoughtful questioning, she helped stimulate my own thinking and unpack the beliefs and motivations that may have been holding me back. I feel more empowered, confident and excited as a result of the coaching journey.
Alice Oosthuizen
Actuarial Manager, Old Mutual
Vandena is an experienced coach who quickly grasped the context in which I was operating. Her guidance was grounded, insightful, and shaped by deep professional knowledge. She brought a gentle yet firm approach that created both comfort and accountability, and her perspectives consistently added real value.
Leanne Koopman
Senior Manager Shoprite Group Internal Communications
Vandena creates a safe and supportive environment that encourages honest reflection and meaningful dialogue. One of her greatest strengths is her ability to act as a true sounding board; she listens deeply, asks insightful questions, and challenges your thinking in a way that brings clarity and new perspective. Through her coaching, I was able to strengthen key leadership capabilities, gain greater self-awareness, and translate insights into practical actions.
Aphelele Siwisa
Head of Research Development and Innovation at SA Mint
She is the key that unlocks potential you had no idea was sitting within you.
Rebecca Sebelebele
Chief Mine Planner, Gold Fields
Issues that I had discussed with several coaches previously were finally resolved with Vandena. I left every session with a sense of freedom knowing that I am growing.
Francette Jacobs
Asset Optimisation Manager, Gold Fields
The work begins with a conversation.