1:1 Coaching & Mentoring

Support doesn’t have to wait until things get hard. Coaching & Mentoring work just as well—if not better— when there’s already energy, when you’re full of ideas, craving clarity, or ready to grow with intention.

Maybe you’re moving fast and don’t want to lose yourself in the motion.
Maybe you’re ready to step into something new but want to do it grounded, not reactive.
Or maybe you're simply tired of figuring it all out alone.

I bring over a decade of experience in technical and leadership roles, along with training in nonviolent communication. My approach is thoughtful, practical, and grounded in real experience.

Ways I Can Help You

  • Grow Your Career & Communicate with Confidence

    Every career step comes with its own challenges. Maybe you’re stepping into more responsibility, preparing for a promotion, or trying to communicate your ideas more clearly. Maybe you're wondering how to ask for a raise or how to navigate a tough conversation with your manager. These moments can feel quite overwhelming.

    We’ll work through your specific situation. Whether that’s sharpening your leadership skills, improving strategic thinking, or making sure your contributions are seen. Together, we’ll develop a path that feels fulfilling and aligned with what you actually want.

  • Finding Your Leadership Style as an Emerging Leader/Manager

    Becoming a manager after a technical track changes many things. Suddenly, the skills that made you great at your job aren’t the ones you rely on anymore. You have to create clarity, set direction, and build trust with your team. That transition can feel disorienting, especially when balancing stakeholder expectations, team dynamics, and your own leadership growth.

    I’ve been there, and I know how much of a learning curve it can be. We’ll talk through the real challenges you’re facing —whether it’s handling difficult conversations, designing team rituals, or setting the right boundaries— so you can build confidence in your leadership style.

  • Making an Impact in DevOps, SRE, and Platform Engineering

    In technical roles like SRE and platform engineering, your job isn’t just about solving problems. It’s about driving change, advocating for reliability, and influencing teams beyond your own. That’s not always easy, especially when priorities aren’t aligned or when reliability work isn’t seen as urgent.

    I’ve worked through these challenges myself, and I know how frustrating it can be to push for change when it feels like no one is listening. We’ll work on strengthening trust, making your impact more visible, and developing strategies to align reliability with business goals —so your work gets the recognition it deserves.

  • Speaking with Clarity and Confidence

    Giving a talk—whether at a conference, an internal keynote, or a team presentation— can feel like a big step. You have ideas worth sharing but aren’t sure how to structure them, or you’re second-guessing whether your message will land.

    I’ve helped speakers refine their ideas, craft engaging technical talks, and deliver them with clarity and confidence. We’ll work on the parts that matter most to you —whether that’s shaping a compelling narrative, designing visuals that enhance your message, or fine-tuning your delivery so you sound natural and engaging.

What to Expect

Most people start with 3–6 sessions over three months or more, but we’ll find a rhythm that fits your needs.

Each quarter, I reserve one coaching spot at no cost for individuals from underrepresented backgrounds—including women (especially early career), non-binary individuals, and people of color. If that’s you, you're welcome to reach out.

Testimonials

  • Busra's mentorship has been invaluable in my growth.

    Teodora Trposka , Product Manager, SAP

    We've worked closely on various aspects of career development: interview preparation, salary negotiations, career progression, and work-life balance.

    Her superpower is her ability to deeply connect, bringing out your best work while ensuring your well-being never takes a back seat.

    Beyond career development, Busra offers valuable insights on leading with both empathy and frankness, navigating corporate environments, and collaborating effectively across teams.

    If you’re looking for an experienced mentor who takes a tailored approach to your needs and helps you achieve ambitious goals, I highly recommend working with her.

  • Her ability to implement and lead incident review programs has transformed how teams learn from challenges.

    Jamie Hannaford, Senior Engineering Manager, Datadog

    I had the pleasure of managing Busra and watching her consistently deliver impact across engineering teams. She is a hardworking and insightful leader who excels at connecting with stakeholders and driving meaningful improvements in incident management.

    Busra has a proven track record of designing, leading, and delivering high-quality incident training programs that empower teams to respond effectively.

    Her ability to implement and lead incident review programs has transformed how teams learn from challenges, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and resilience.

    Beyond her technical expertise, Busra has a unique talent for aligning business needs with human priorities. She understands how to streamline operations, improve workflows, and create sustainable processes that help teams thrive.

    Any organization looking to strengthen its incident management, training, or operational efficiency will greatly benefit from working with Busra.

  • She created a space where I could explore, learn, and build my own path.

    Uyen Nguyen, Software Engineer, Google

    I'm really thankful for the mentorship I've received from Busra. From the early days of my software engineering career, she has consistently helped me shape my understanding of professional growth and career direction, while ensuring I maintained a healthy work-life balance.

    She achieved this through her remarkable ability to listen attentively and empathetically, allowing me to comfortably articulate my interests, challenges, and questions. From there, she helped me develop practical solutions.

    Busra's exceptional communication skills, characterized by genuine empathy, are what make her such a trusted and supportive mentor to me.

  • Busra is a constant and supportive ally in making real change happen.

    Jamie Luck, Senior Site Reliability Engineer, Datadog

    Busra is the type of engineer and leader who improves everything she touches. She brings technical depth around large-scale systems and automation.

    She's highly skilled at understanding trade-offs, especially when they involve the intersection of human and technical complexity.

    Busra is highly empathetic, focused on delivering processes that meet business goals without compromising individual and team sustainability.

    She is a direct and intentional communicator, unafraid to have hard conversations or challenge authority when necessary.

    If you're facing a thorny technical or organizational problem, Busra is a constant and supportive ally in making real change happen.

  • Busra empowers you to grow beyond your limits, with confidence.

    Alessandro Secco, Senior Software Engineer, Datadog

    I can't express enough gratitude for how she cultivated my self-confidence by consistently pushing my limits in such good ways. She has a natural ability to empower others —simply through her words— making sure their strengths are fully recognized and understood.

    Busra is a solid leader with exceptional people management and relational skills, both uncommon and invaluable.

    I cannot recommend Busra enough to work with!