Berna Merih
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I am a values-driven, heart-centered, insightful leadership coach, a lifelong learner, and a listener passionate about building bridges that connect the mind and heart and partnering with people in their journey of self-quest to live their best fullest human potential. Inspiring joy, hope, and embodied presence, I support others to discover their path to influence and impact through vision, clarity, inspiration, and focus. As a change catalyst, I translate my life journey as a transformation story shaped by two substantial transitions: “Moving to the USA with my family” and “Becoming an ICF-accredited Leadership Coach.” Before these transitions, I was a Finance Executive with dedicated experience of 20+ years in corporate finance roles and a history of developing and leading high-performing individuals and teams. Throughout my professional career, I witnessed how leadership becomes disruptive due to misuse of power, how emotions are unacceptable at work, and how professional life alienates people from their true selves. I wished things had changed.\ While looking for roles in Finance after the move, I decided to pursue a coaching certification program. As I learned and practiced coaching, things started to shift. The self-leader in me awakened with the calling to pursue this higher purpose. Effective leadership is an inside-out process, and I believe: “You are the leader of your life. You are whole, creative, and resourceful. My role is to be a catalyst for you to unleash the “power within.” I meet you where you are at. From there, we walk together to where your heart and mind intersect. I serve as a lighthouse that enlightens the way. I listen with the ear of my heart.” With my coaching practice, I am on a mission to transform leadership and empower professionals for positive impact with human-centered, authentic, and servant leadership. I share my insights and experience to become a resource for anyone who strives for self-development and positive impact. I am honored to connect with you here heart-to-heart as I build bridges through my writing.
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A Moment in Nature
"The sun touches the sea
Caressing with rays of light
The breeze floats over the sea
To cuddle the child ... "
The World of Words: Leading with the Power of Language
“If you care about being thought credible and intelligent, do not use complex language where simpler language will do.” ...
The Pit Stop Strategy
“In this game, everyone needs a break to refuel, recharge, and jump back in full throttle.” ...
Who Am I?
"Along the path of becoming ... The sand in the ocean ... The one in many ... Gracefully … walking home." ...
Awakening Awe: Connecting to the Power of Feeling Amazed
"There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle." ...