Maheen Shafiabady
Executive Coach, People & Culture Strategist, Organization Development Consultant, Santa Clara, California
“I want to travel this road with you. Let's embark together on a transformative journey to create vibrant environments, connect deeply through dialogue, navigate obstacles, build inclusive communities, and embrace the beauty of our shared human experience."
Meet Maheen - The Full Human Being
Maheen’s approach to leadership and workplace culture radiates compassion, intentionality, and rigor, with a steadfast commitment to fostering inclusive and loving environments. Her unique perspective on effective leadership is shaped by her innate explorer's heart, driving her to continuously seek growth and embrace the process of unlearning where needed. Her expertise in intentional inclusion, positive psychology, and organization development is fortified by her welcoming spirit, unwavering diligence, and steadfast desire to serve her clients and community. By helping leaders recognize their own humanity and create space for it, Maheen fosters an environment where people are encouraged to connect with their deepest selves and flourish from it. She excels at digging deep into dialogue, uncovering robust insights, and connecting intricate aspects of organizations to find the meaning behind the work, then connects people to it. Her comprehensive understanding of the complexities of leading diverse individuals, coupled with her advocacy for intentional inclusion, enables her to create spaces where all voices can be heard and psychological safety is nurtured. Maheen warmly invites you to join her in this purposeful endeavor, connect with her here.
Uncovering the Hidden Gems for Organizational Health
Maheen is a skilled Organization Effectiveness Coach, People & Culture Strategist, and Learning & Development Consultant, dedicated to connecting people with resources that enhance collaboration and foster individual, team, and organizational health. She employs a three-lens model – support for the self, support from the team, and support from the organization – to guide her comprehensive coaching. Maheen's secret to success lies in tapping into what matters most to individuals, delving into their core values and beliefs to create an environment of trust and understanding. Her human-centered approach resonates with warmth and sincerity, as she believes that every person deserves to find joy or meaning in their work. Maheen is uniquely gifted in uncovering hidden gems where others may not see them. She focuses on psychological safety, commitment, and communication techniques, ensuring that improvements are research-backed and person-centered. Her dynamic blend of talents, expertise, and passion for connecting people to their true potential enables her to create lasting, meaningful transformations within organizations.
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Maheen’s Story
Maheen's personal and professional journey is a rich mosaic of life experiences that reflects her unwavering commitment to fostering an environment of inclusivity and understanding by bridging the gap between different cultures and individuals. A daughter of blended Iranian and European descent, Maheen was born and raised in a small town in rural Illinois. This predominantly homogeneous environment, while uncomfortable at the time, instilled in her a sense of curiosity and a drive to seek beauty and value from all cultures, especially those that are underrepresented. Her academic journey took her to the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, where she earned a bachelor's degree in Communications and Education. After college, Maheen embarked on a transformative journey to Guatemala, where she spent five years working closely with the indigenous Mayan population, connecting with international buyers, and deepening her appreciation of the foundational connections between people. This pivotal experience laid the groundwork for her Master's in Organization Development from the University of San Francisco. Throughout her life, Maheen has been shaped by her cherished relationships with her family, friends, and mentors. From her family of origin to her chosen family, they have modeled and molded her kindness, patience, and joy. These connections have shaped Maheen into the compassionate, insightful, and dedicated professional she is today. Now residing in the lively and colorful Bay Area, Maheen has called California home for 14 years, thriving amidst its rich cultural diversity and breathtaking natural beauty. Her love for the outdoors is apparent in her passion for backpacking and exploring the Sierra wilderness, finding solace and inspiration in nature's embrace. Join the story as she continues to create meaningful connections and transform organizations by reaching out to her here.
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Everything Else You Wish You Knew About Maheen
Maheen, a spirited explorer at heart, has a seemingly endless list of passions she longs to delve into, rekindle, or deepen like traveling, cooking, reading, dancing, and more. She finds boundless delight in the simplest and sweetest moments like a perfect bite or a good book. She adores Persian koobideh, savoring its simplicity and tantalizing flavors and her favorite drink is Rosa de Jamaica, a soothing hibiscus tea that transports her to fond memories of Guatemala. Her zest for life extends to the dance floor, where she revels in the rhythmic embrace of salsa and bachata. Maheen's literary tastes span the realms of science fiction, organization development, historical fiction, and more. Her tender spirit is profoundly touched by the beauty of nature, like the stunning scene of countless rainbows arching over the glacial waters of Patagonia, Argentina, a sight that still captivates her heart, forever etched in her memory.
"In working with Maheen, I've been impressed by her intuitive people skills. Steadfast with a focus on executing the work, Maheen expertly interlaces getting work done with pulling the best out of all stakeholders through focused conversation and succinct reflection. She so beautifully helps people verbalize what they want to contribute or need to say.
- Kayte Reagan-Randive, Product Operations Manager
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