Case Studies and Success Stories
Before coaching, I was feeling very insecure and overwhelmed about my career. I didn't have the confidence and direction I needed to move my life into a more fulfilling direction.
I loved Patti's honesty about her coaching style and how she immediately put me at ease with her own confidence and ability to seamlessly navigate our conversation.
Nothing came automatically or magically, but when I look back on my 3-month journey, it really feels like I began as a different person. The deceptively simple exercises that Patti took me through allowed me to have insight into my life in ways that I don't think I would have otherwise found. I better understood the parts of my life that I wanted to lean into, and began making simple changes in my life that brings me to where I am now - volunteering at an organic flower farm, confidently applying to new positions and believing in my own ability to determine a more fulfilling career path, and making the right life decisions that allow me to have more opportunity and less stress-- even if that decision wasn't obvious to me to begin with. It's been wonderful to just have an hour each week for Patti to take me on a journey and engage in really fun and insightful exercises. She's caring, delightful, a wonderful active listener, and a skilled facilitator.
Olivia O.
Private Coaching
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As a neurodivergent woman of color in leadership, I've faced many challenges with planning, delegating, and time management. I spent a lot of time second guessing myself, which often made work anxiety inducing. I was beginning to wonder if I was even the right fit for my current role.
By working with Patti one-on-one for the past several months, she's helped me navigate my internal barriers getting in the way of me unlocking my best self, and not just my work self. I've picked up strategy in delegation, optimized communication and collaboration within my team, and most importantly, I actually feel like I belong in my role. My team now has a strong foundation for what to focus on in 2024. This keeps us on track for constant improvement where needed.
S.J., Program Manager
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I feel in my heart the joy of serving, and for the longest time I didn’t know how to - or felt not good enough to.
When I met Patti, I felt the compassion, care and authenticity radiate from her being. She made me feel comfortable enough to be vulnerable and unearth the limiting beliefs I had in place, and instead together we worked to establish new habits and beliefs. These have been progressional, tangible and life changing. I’ve learned to be more comfortable in my own skin, to own what I previously thought were flaws, and even not be defined by societal structures that have been put in place to make womxn of colour feel lesser or inadequate.
This transformation would not have happened with someone else other than Patti. She has been extremely supportive, kind and resilient. She has taught me so much and inspired me so much that I want to share the same energies with those who would benefit from coaching.
I said yes to coaching because I loved Patti’s energy and what she had to offer. As another woman of colour, I felt like I could trust her, and instinctively knew she would be there to support me and not judge. Her and her coaching came into my life at the perfect timing, and I couldn’t be more grateful.
Over the course of our coaching, I have achieved so much I never thought possible - yet what I have been able to manifest externally, it all came from within first. As a young asian girl, I grew up feeling small, and wanting to conform to being obedient and was conditioned to people please. Yet this past conditioning has done me more harm than good, and while shifting and changing my habits and ways of being hasn’t been easy, it has been necessary as I am committed to my growth and transformation.
Through this coaching course with Patti, I was able to set strong boundaries, to establish realistic goals and achieve them - which ultimately led me to taking the leap of faith and starting my own business.
Yinki W.
Before coaching, I was content with myself and my life but always felt that there was something missing. It felt like there was this next level of happiness that was looming over me but I couldn't unlock it.
I had done a lot of work on my own but knew that there was a deeper level of understanding and comfort that I could not attain on my own. I had been thinking about therapy for a while but didn't feel fully aligned and never took the plunge. I really prioritized looking for someone that I thought would be able to understand me and my experiences as a WOC. So when I saw the Your Best Self program, I knew that I wanted to sign up. I was already familiar with Patti and she was someone who I could relate to as a Filipina and WOC, and as I read the program description, I found myself saying 'yep' or 'oof, that's me' to every item on the list. It just felt like the right fit.
I feel like Patti and I have accomplished so much in the ~6 months we've worked together that it's difficult to write everything out!
Jackie P.
We've overcome so many hurdles that I can confidently say I am stepping into this new year as the happiest, healthiest, and most authentic me to date. I have more gratitude, joy, alignment, and comfort in my life and it's because all of those are within me. As I became more grateful, happy, in tune with myself, and comfortable in my own skin, I also became a better daughter, sister, relative, friend, colleague, and member of society.
During the program, I was debating whether or not to make a career pivot and ultimately decided (with Patti's support) that it was the right decision. So, I quit my job, enrolled in a 3-month full-time immersive course, and am now in search of a new job in a completely different industry. I was expecting to be much more anxious and nervous but I have found myself to be surprisingly very calm and feeling very much in control. I am much more in tune with myself and trust that things will work out. Don't get me wrong, I'm still putting in the work, continuing to learn, and applying to jobs but I'm certainly not as stressed or worried as I thought I would have been during such a huge transit point in my life.
Patti has truly helped me unlock a version of myself I hoped existed and thought was unattainable. This was more than enough for me but I have also had my connections tell me that I seem "different" and that I am "authentically me and becoming more comfortable with that". It was one accomplishment to feel like and know that I was my most authentic me, but to also have others externally confirm it was just the cherry on top of this experience.
Through our group sessions, I was able to be in community with other amazing WOC and we facilitated a safe space for each other to feel seen, heard, and understood. It was so refreshing to connect with other WOC who really just get it.
They made me feel comfortable being vulnerable and we were able to share some truly special moments with each other. It was such a beautiful space that I would love for other WOC to experience themselves.
Jackie P. CONTINUED...
Patti is really such a fantastic coach and human being. I'm infinitely grateful for her support, love, and guidance throughout our journey together. She genuinely cares about her clients and tailors the experience to you and your goals. Her work pushes you outside of your comfort zone but there is never a step that you take alone --Patti is always there as an ear to listen, a shoulder to lean on, and a hand to pick you back up.
Working with Patti was one of the best decisions I've made in my life and I would highly recommend Malaya Solutions to my fellow WOC who are looking to love themselves as deeply as they love others.
Team Coaching
Our collective growth and the positive changes we've witnessed are a testament to the power of dedicated coaching and the potential within each of us to rise and lead. This journey has been about more than just professional development; it's celebrated our unique identities and strengths, paving the way for others to follow.
Daphany Rose Sanchez, Executive Director, Kinetic Communities
One of my proudest achievements has been significantly enhancing my team's performance and engagement. By applying the insights and strategies gained from coaching, Patti has fostered a more inclusive and dynamic work environment.
Patti is a role model and mentor for other women of color within my network, inspiring them to pursue their goals with tenacity and confidence.
Embarking on a journey with leadership coaching has been a transformative experience for my team and me. Through our sessions, I've unlocked new levels of self-awareness and confidence, allowing me to lead with greater empathy and effectiveness.
The impact of this coaching has not just been personal; it has reverberated through our entire organization, fostering a culture of inclusivity and empowerment. As a woman of color in leadership, this experience has been particularly empowering, setting a precedent for what's achievable for others in our community.
