Purpose
Clarity
Success

When passion becomes your career, you don’t just excel you become unstoppable.

Born in Lisbon, refined in London, inspired in Tokyo. Founded in 2021, Ikigai Executive Coaching is the premier careers' agency for ambitious professionals worldwide. Working with seasoned executives to aspiring young adults, we empower clients to create purpose-driven careers. Reaching clients in Asia, Europe, US, Latin America and Africa - we are experts at coaching across cultures.

Defined by discretion, empathy, and diplomatic directness and committed to reaching goals, my purpose is to support individuals in taking control of their professional futures.

With the utmost care and integrity, I help leaders and emerging leaders clarify their personal brand and the qualities and characteristics key to their continued success. As an expert in coaching across cultures my mission is unequivocal: to guide individuals on the journey of uncovering their true purpose, and seamlessly aligning it with their professional direction.

The sheer joy and vitality that emanate from these transformative encounters with my clients, have instilled in me an unwavering belief that every individual should diligently seek out their ikigai. When your career harmoniously aligns with your ikigai, work transcends mere obligation; it becomes a daily source of inspiration and fulfillment.

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how I work

Clarity & Purpose

Discover your purpose through the concept of ikigai.

Personal Brand

Show your true talents through your targeted personal brand.

Stagnation Resolution

Overcome plateaus and identify future growth paths.

Networking Skills

Learn effective networking strategies.

Career Transition Support

Navigate changes and seize opportunities.

Skill Assessment

Showcase the strengths and skills that set you apart.

Job Search Strategies

Tailored advice for ideal job searches.

Goal Setting

Establish realistic and achievable career objectives.

Leadership Development

Guidance and mentorship for aspiring leaders.

Career Planning

Develop a roadmap to align aspirations with practical steps.

Coaching Services

Be Excited About The Next Steps In Your Career

Coaching Service

Executive Coaching

8 Week - One to One Program

While most people have ambitious career goals, they have no strategy to make them reality. Wherever you are on your career journey, I'll pave the path for your career leap ensuring maximum impact and income.

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Young Adult - Individual

6 Week - One on One Program

Whether moving from school to University, or University to first job, I'll help you navigate transitions ensuring personal clarity, and targeted direction towards academic, career, and life success.

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Young Adult - Group

8 Week - Group Program

Wherever you are on your educational journey, we’ll help you make effective career decisions - define your personal brand, write a resume, interview with confidence, network and reach out to recruiters.

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Kind Words

More Testimonials

"Sonia Jackson is a gift to job seekers in Asia and around the world - her global expertise at top organizations like Unilever, Fox, National Geographic as well as co-founding her own start-up makes her uniquely positioned in the executive career coaching world. I don't think I know anyone else in this field with her expansive expertise."

CARA HEILMANN

President: International Association Career Coaches; Author: The Art of Finding a Job You Love; US

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