Ash Rao - Career Coach & Speaker

14/05/2025

📣 Thinking about a career change but fear is holding you back?

You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck!!

✨ In my recent talk at the Career Change Summit, I got the opportunity to share powerful mindset shifts, real-life stories, and 4 actionable steps to move through fear, not around it.

✅ Name the fear
✅ Normalize it and get comfortable while being uncomfortable
✅ Taking action and small risks stepping into the unknown
✅Not under estimating the power of networking and volunteering

Your next chapter starts with courage, not certainty. 💪

👇 Drop a 🔥 if this resonates and DM me “PIVOT ” for a strategy session !

17/04/2025

Networking isn’t just about exchanging business cards — it’s about building genuine connections that pour belief, encouragement, and opportunities into each other’s lives.

🌸 Last evening, I had the opportunity to attend the Spring Mixer hosted by US India Chamber of Commerce along with wonderful friends Ruchi, .again and had an amazing experience meeting and getting to know lot of hashtag , hashtag , hashtag , !

And here is the thing about hashtag with right people!

It is not a competition but it is all about hashtag and conversations to spark ideas💡, amplifying each other’s voices and inspiring others to rise! 🎯

Your next breakthrough often lives in a room you haven’t stepped into yet. So put yourself out there!

Say yes to the invitation. Show up for yourself🙌

Who inspires you to do your best? Tag someone who uplifts you below — let’s keep the ripple going. 💖


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11/04/2025

Have you seen the AI Action Figure toy box trend yet? 😄💼🎤💖

Want to try it yourself? DM me “PROMPT” and I will send it to you 🙌🙌

Tag me if you try it—I want to see your superhero version! 💫

08/04/2025

We all have those moments where we feel we are not good enough !

Recently, while delivering my first-ever , I faced some moments where I felt like an !

Despite the prep, the passion, and the purpose—I had that quiet inner voice saying,
“Are you sure you can do this ?”

That’s the thing about imposter syndrome: it doesn’t wait for your first mistake to show up.

It creeps in even before you begin.

But here’s what I’ve learned (and reminded myself in that moment):

🟣 Imposter syndrome says: “You’re not ready.”
🟢 Confidence says: “You’re growing—and that’s more than enough.”

We don’t silence the inner critic by pretending it’s not there.

We quiet it by choosing a different voice to believe.

What voice are you listening to ?

Swipe through this quick carousel I created to help anyone else who’s ever felt this tension—especially in leadership roles.

💬 Save this for the next time self-doubt shows up!
🔄share it with someone who needs a reminder that they belong in the room, too!!

✍️what do you do when you feel nervous ? Share in the comments 👇👇

25/03/2025

Join us for Women of Vision: Leading Through Mentorship—a dynamic LinkedIn Live panel discussion leading up to the Women of Vision Virtual Leadership Summit on March 27th and 28th.

Moderated by Elaine Robinson Beattie, host of the summit, this engaging discussion will feature dynamic speakers and leaders: Ash Rao, MarieYolaine Toms, Anne Stills, and Angeleen Harris.

Gain valuable insights as they share their mentorship journeys, the lessons they’ve learned, and how mentorship has shaped their success. Whether you're a mentor, mentee, or looking to build meaningful professional connections, this conversation will leave you inspired and empowered.

👉 RSVP for this LinkedIn Live panel and register for the Women of Vision Virtual Leadership Summit on March 27th and 28th here:
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24/03/2025

Hard Work Doesn’t Speak for Itself… It Barely Whispers. 🤫

You’ve been told: “Just work hard, and success will follow.”

But here’s the truth: Hard work without visibility = unseen potential. 💥

✨ It’s not just about how hard you work.
✨ It’s about WHO sees your work.
✨ Visibility = Growth. Recognition. Impact. 🚀

In my upcoming talk, I’ll share how to build visibility — not with bragging, but with authenticity and strategy. 💫

Join me for this FREE summit and amplify your impact! 🎉

21/03/2025

🎯 It’s OK to Start Over. It’s NOT OK to Give Up. 🚀

Changing careers? Pivoting paths? Starting fresh? That’s courage, not failure. 💪

Every step — even sideways or backward — is still movement forward. 🌱

What’s NOT okay? Letting fear stop you.
What’s NOT okay? Believing it’s “too late.”
What’s NOT okay? Giving up on YOU.

Embrace the pivot.
Trust the process.
Keep going. 🔥

What keeps you going ? Let me know in comments below ! 👇

17/03/2025

🌟Exciting News🌟

I’m beyond honored to be speaking at the Summit on March 27-28!

My keynote topic is -
“From Invisible to Influential: The Ultimate Career Growth Strategy you need
to gain visibility, build influence, and fast-track your career success.”

This summit is packed with powerful insights, networking, and inspiration — a must-attend for women ready to embrace their full potential!!

I can’t wait to see you there! 🌟

20/01/2025

🌟 “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: ‘What are you doing for others?’” — Martin Luther King Jr.

As I reflect on this powerful statement, I see how emerging leaders can truly embrace this mindset and lead through service!

Leadership is not about authority or recognition—it’s about serving others first!

Here are a few ways emerging leaders can internalize this mindset:

🔸 Mentorship 🤝: Guide, support, and uplift your colleagues to foster their growth.
🔸 Empower Others 🌱: Provide opportunities, share knowledge, and advocate for those around you.
🔸 Champion Diversity 🌍: Promote inclusion by ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
🔸 Lead with Empathy 💡: Understand and address the needs of your team, creating a culture of trust and respect.
🔸 Drive Positive Change 🔥: Be the leader who inspires, not by title, but by service and actions.

💡 True leadership isn’t about what we achieve individually, but how we help others succeed!!

What other attributes should a leader have? drop in the comment below!

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👋 I am Ash, corporate recruiting professional turned Career coach helping you to land your next level leadership role ! DM for a FREE strategy session!
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02/01/2025

✨ Happy New Year, everyone! ✨

As I reflect on the past year, there were many memorable moments—some that were exciting and allowed me to pivot, and some moments that challenged me and made me rethink my priorities!!

2024 was a significant year as this was the year that I took a huge leap of faith !!—I left my corporate job to launch my own career coaching business! 🚀

Has it been easy? Definitely not!
Building a business requires a completely different mindset.
Having spent most of my career in the corporate HR and TA world, I’m still learning and growing into the role of being my own boss, focusing on what matters most: helping my clients achieve their career goals! 🎯

Has it been rewarding? 100% yes!
This journey has allowed me to work with a variety of professionals, helping them overcome challenges and guiding them toward their dream career paths. 💼✨

As we step into 2025 and look ahead to making positive changes—whether it’s setting a new goal, transitioning into a new career, or starting a new project/hobby—here’s to:

🔹 Taking one step at a time
🔹 Staying consistent
🔹 Celebrating small wins 🎉

And most importantly: Keep going! 🚶‍♀️💪

Wishing everyone success, growth, and confidence as you take on 2025! 🎉🎉