Testimonials

I am so grateful I decided to try something different to my typical counseling. Pari has a way of understanding what I am going through and then rephrasing it into a way that finally makes sense to me. Her approach is non-judgmental, gentle and empathetic. She has taught me how to make positive changes and how to work around the things that have been holding me back. I am very grateful for all the work we have done together.

She is compassionate, empathetic, knowledgeable, and direct. When unhappy in a job, she helped me identify what I didn’t like and what I wanted to look for next. When I wanted to step into leadership, she provided coaching and resources to grow that skill. Now being in a leadership position, I work with her on continuing to get better and ultimately will prep one day for executive work. I call her my “Career Therapist” because I know I can bring any challenge or thought to her and she will handle it with ease while also providing homework for me to do so that I can learn and grow on my own.

She helped me filter out noise and gain clarity every step of the way. Being laid off for the first time and reinventing myself, or rather re-finding myself, with Pari’s help has given me confidence and the ability to trust my own instincts again.

Working with Pari has been truly empowering. She doesn’t offer up a standard answer, instead, she learns about what YOU need and want from a session and then offers prompting questions to help you develop an action plan and reach your goals.

In my first contact with Pari, I knew we were a good fit. I sought help when I found myself on a career path that was depleting my energy and my health. Pari was genuinely interested in me and what I wanted. She took the time to help me learn who I was, define where I wanted to go, and had the tools to make it happen. Most of all, she helped me understand how and why my current path was not a good fit for me.
Pari helped me learn my areas of strength and how they tailor my thinking. This knowledge made it easier to course correct and helped me make decisions more closely aligned with my passion. Hiring Pari as my coach was the best decision I have ever made. I am now crafting a career, and life, that leaves me feeling fulfilled, happy and “on-purpose.”

Pari is an amazing presenter. She exceeded all expectations!

Working with Pari has been such an enjoyable experience. Not only did we have a lot of fun, I learned so much about myself along the way. I have become a better leader because I understand myself and others so much more.

I have had the pleasure of having Pari facilitate team StrengthFinder workshops. Pari is excellent at communicating, being engaged and motivating a room. I’ve also had Pari help evaluate strengths when dealing with a challenging situation to help understand the best approach to address with others. Pari knows StrengthFinders and helps everyone she comes into contact with understand how to maximize and take full advantage of what they inherently do well.

My husband, adult children, and their spouses attended a coaching session with Pari. After 33 years of marriage and raising 3 children we all felt like we knew one another pretty well; however, we learned that there was a deeper level of understanding to explore. I learned so much about how my husband hears my words and interprets my actions and the results shed light on how we can better connect with each other and our family.

Not only do I have a clearer understanding of my strengths, I feel like I finally have permission to let go of traits that are at the bottom of my strengths list that I often spend too much time trying to improve. I instantly felt more energized and motivated because the weight of that burden was lifted.

You leave understanding the how and why behind who you are! After completing a strengths coaching session with Pari, I’ve never been the same. Seriously. My confidence is through the roof, and I am able to relate more effectively with those around me. It’s truly opened up a whole new world of opportunity for me. Pari is an incredibly passionate coach who is truly invested in helping others understand what makes them tick! She is then able to help you focus your energy on how to make that work best for you! HIGHLY recommend!

I had just started working with her when my position was eliminated at my company. She helped me discover and leverage my strengths during both the interview process and as I began my new role. I continue to use the mental toolkit she helped me develop every day.

I would, without a doubt, recommend Pari Smart to anyone who wants to further their professional or personal development. Pari has helped me out a ton in advancing my career. As someone with no real formal management training, I do not believe I would be in the position I am today without her guidance.
Everything from talking through difficult employee conversations to big picture planning, Pari has been a huge asset to my life and I very much look forward to our future coaching sessions.

Pari is the person you want in your corner. She is compassionate, empathetic, knowledgeable, and direct. When unhappy in a job, she helped me identify what I didn’t like and what I wanted to look for next. When I wanted to step into leadership, she provided coaching and resources to grow that skill. Now being in a leadership position, I work with her on continuing to get better and ultimately will prep one day for executive work. I call her my “Career Therapist” because I know I can bring any challenge or thought to her and she will handle it with ease while also providing homework for me to do so that I can learn and grow on my own.