Niharika Soni

Drawing on her experience with clients across India, Singapore, and Germany, Niharika Soni brings a global perspective to her role as a certified coach with a rich experience in the People Strategy & DEI space. With nearly a decade of expertise in diversity, equity & inclusion (DE&I) initiatives as well as talent management & development, , she empowers professionals to career transitions, build resilience, and achieve their goals. As a mental health advocate, Niharika is dedicated to fostering growth, well-being, and inclusion among leaders, professionals, and teams across industries.

Her extensive experience at Tata Consultancy Services has given her a deep understanding of human behaviour and organisational dynamics. Her growth mindset equipped her to coach stakeholders through misaligned expectations and navigate leader-team disconnects effectively. She enabled equity in performance management and resolved numerous workplace conflicts with skill and insight. Building on this expertise, Niharika guides clients through significant career transitions, instils confidence, and implements DE&I focused strategies that foster belonging and drive impactful results. Her coaching is informed by her work across multiple locations and cultures, enabling her to support clients navigating both personal and professional challenges in high-performance environments.

Core Areas of Expertise

• Transition Coaching
  Niharika uses the Rogerian approach to coaching, offering unconditional positive regard as clients navigate life transitions (such as cross-country moves, personal events, or status changes) and career shifts (including leadership transitions or career changes), always prioritizing their well-being.
• DEI Advisory
  She assists organisations and individuals in building inclusive and equitable practices, fostering environments where diverse voices are recognised and valued.
• Conflict Resolution & Communication
  Niharika equips clients with tools for effective dialogue, enabling them to navigate conflicts confidently and communicate with impact.
• Confidence & Purpose Building
  With personalised coaching, she empowers clients to develop self-assurance through self-awareness, and allows space for clarity, purpose-driven growth, and meaningful progress towards clients’ long and short term goals.

Niharika’s approach is grounded in empathy, clarity, and actionable strategies that support sustainable growth. Her coaching style is defined by authenticity, resilience, and a commitment to helping her clients thrive. She creates a safe space for collaboration where clients can build confidence, overcome limiting beliefs, and meet challenges with purpose. Inspired by thought leaders and established coaching practices, Niharika believes in nurturing supportive environments where clients are empowered to transcend barriers and achieve lasting success.