Ishu G. | Career Development Coach

Ishu G.

5.0

Forge Your Future: A Strategic Career Coaching Program

Studied at Harvard Kennedy School

Works at Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative

Available tomorrow at 8:00 PM UTC

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Available tomorrow at 8:00 PM UTC

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Ishu’s Career Development Qualifications

Coaches professionally

Experience level: Director

20+ people coached for Career Development

I bring a decade of mentorship experience and firsthand entrepreneurial success to help young adults navigate their career journeys with clarity, confidence, and strategy. My approach is deeply personalized, action-oriented, and grounded in real-world experience—because I’ve walked this path myself. What Makes Me a Standout Coach? ✔️ Entrepreneurial Leadership from an Early Age – I started my first organization at 19 while still in college, growing it into a successful venture and ensuring a smooth leadership transition when I moved on. This firsthand experience gives me a unique perspective on career-building, risk-taking, and long-term vision setting. ✔️ A Decade of Mentorship & Deep Listening – For over 10 years, I have mentored students, young professionals, and career changers, helping them uncover their strengths, build confidence, and take decisive steps toward fulfilling careers. As a deep listener, I don’t just offer generic advice—I guide each individual through a personalized process that aligns with their unique aspirations. ✔️ Recognized for Global Impact & Leadership – I was selected as one of 40 individuals worldwide by Indiaspora for my potential to shape global narratives. This recognition reflects my ability to think big, build meaningful connections, and empower others to step into impactful roles. ✔️ Proven Career Transitions & Strategic Growth – From leading an impact-driven social organization to becoming a Bloomberg Harvard Fellow, I have successfully navigated career transitions, balancing passion with strategy. I use this experience to help clients explore diverse career possibilities, pivot when needed, and build resilient career paths. ✔️ Results-Oriented, Network-Driven Approach – I equip clients with practical strategies for networking, personal branding, and job searching—helping them unlock hidden opportunities and gain clarity on their next steps. If you're looking for a coach who understands both the excitement and uncertainty of career exploration, brings firsthand leadership experience, and truly listens to your unique aspirations, let’s work together to forge your future with purpose and confidence!

Ishu can help with:

Interview Prep

Skill Building

Career Planning

Professional Networking

Resume Review

Personal Branding

Networking Strategy

Freelancing

Salary Negotiation

Job Search Strategies

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About Ishu

Hi, I’m Ishu Gupta. I help ambitious professionals and students navigate career crossroads with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Having transitioned from a social entrepreneur to a public policy leader—and earning a master’s degree from Harvard Kennedy School—I understand what it feels like to stand at a pivotal moment, unsure of the next step. My journey wasn’t traditional; it was built through passion, strategy, and the courage to embrace uncertainty. I founded my first organization at just 19 while still in college. After a decade of impactful work, I decided to pursue graduate school but had no mentor to guide me. So, I built my own system, developed a strategic approach, and secured admission to five Ivy League schools. For over 10 years, I’ve been consulting governments on innovation strategies and mentoring professionals and students worldwide. My approach is simple yet powerful: I listen deeply, identify your unique strengths, and equip you with actionable strategies to build a career you love. Whether you’re making a career transition, applying for competitive programs, or seeking direction, I’ll help you unlock new opportunities with confidence. Your career isn’t just about making the right decisions—it’s about making decisions right. Let’s design a path that truly fits you. Let’s get started.

Why do I coach?

I coach because I know this struggle firsthand. When I started my first organization at 19, I had no clear roadmap—just an idea, a vision, and a willingness to figure things out along the way. Through that journey, I realized how powerful mentorship, strategic decision-making, and resilience can be in shaping a meaningful career. That’s why I now dedicate myself to helping others navigate their own paths with greater clarity and confidence. I believe that every young adult deserves a career that excites them, aligns with their values, and brings them fulfillment—not just a job that pays the bills. Too often, I’ve seen talented individuals struggle with uncertainty, societal expectations, and self-doubt, unsure of how to turn their passion into a viable career. For over 10 years, I’ve been in mentorship roles, guiding students, professionals, and career changers through career transitions, self-discovery, and strategic growth. Coaching is not just something I do—it’s something I live. As a deep listener, I thrive on understanding each person’s unique aspirations and helping them craft a career strategy that fits them, not just what society expects of them. I coach because: ✔️ I want young adults to feel empowered, not lost, when making career decisions. ✔️ I believe in career pivots and possibilities, not just predefined paths. ✔️ I’ve seen firsthand how the right mentorship can change lives, and I want to be that mentor for others. ✔️ I love helping people see what’s possible for them, often before they even see it themselves.

Work Experience

Fellow

Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative

August 2024 - Present

As a Bloomberg Harvard City Hall Fellow, Ishu will focus on enhancing data-driven performance management to improve internal operations and public perception of government. The work involves collaborating with all the city departments to develop standardized data protocols and performance metrics. This initiative aims to bridge organizational silos, fostering a comprehensive, data-informed narrative that increases transparency and trust among residents, while supporting the city’s strategic objectives and operational efficiency. Data Governance, Cross-functional Team Leadership and +3 skills

Innovation and Strategy Lead

City of Green Bay Government

August 2024 - Present

I am working with the Mayor's Office in the City of Green Bay to enhance data-driven performance management to improve internal operations and public perception of government. The work involves collaborating with multiple city departments to develop standardized data protocols and performance metrics. The aim is to bridge organizational silos, fostering a comprehensive, data-informed narrative that increases transparency and trust among residents, while supporting the city’s strategic objectives and operational efficiency.