Daisha Mshaka
Career coach with a background in people strategy at Google
| Hourly rate range | $90 to $185 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Also coaches | Executive coach |
| Credentials | Advanced Diversity and Inclusion Certificate; MS, Human Resources Management and Services, Mills College; BA, Economics |
| Practice | D Mshaka Career Coaching |
Daisha Mshaka is a career coach who helps people handle career transitions, prepare for promotions, and find work that fits their values. She founded D Mshaka Career Coaching in 2015 and also coaches through Leland. She holds a master's degree in human resources management and an advanced certificate in diversity and inclusion.
What Daisha helps with
Daisha works with people who feel stuck, overlooked, or ready for a role that fits them better. She also helps with the tough talks that shape a career.
- Navigating major career pivots
- Figuring out what comes next
- Preparing for a promotion
- Refreshing professional brand and portfolio assets
- Salary negotiations
- Difficult performance reviews
- Advocating for yourself at work
- Aligning your career with your values and goals
Who Daisha works with
Daisha works with people going through a career transition, aiming for a promotion, or wanting more fulfillment in their work. Her clients often feel stuck or overlooked. Some are ready for something that fits them better.
How Daisha works
Daisha uses inquiry-based coaching sessions that are customized to each client. Sessions help clients clarify career goals, spot development opportunities, and work through career challenges. She builds actionable plans and refreshes clients' professional assets so they show their value. She offers a 30 minute discovery call to start.
Background and qualifications
She now works in Senior People Strategy at Google. Earlier roles include Senior Program Manager, Learning and Development, Senior HR Representative at Memorial Care, Community Manager at Hack the Hood, and Program Coordinator at Public Allies. She holds an MS in Human Resources Management and Services from Mills College and a BA in Economics.
Daisha Mshaka pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one career coaching
- Executive coaching
- Free 30 minute discovery call
Daisha Mshaka reviews
Daisha Mshaka has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 13 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
She coaches careers while working in people strategy at Google, with a decade in HR and culture roles.
Best for professionals facing a career pivot, a promotion, or a salary or performance review conversation.
Common questions
How much does Daisha Mshaka charge?
Coaching with Daisha runs $90 to $185 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Daisha Mshaka help with?
Daisha Mshaka helps with navigating major career pivots, figuring out what comes next, preparing for a promotion and refreshing professional brand and portfolio assets.
Does Daisha Mshaka have reviews?
Daisha Mshaka has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 13 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Daisha Mshaka certified?
Daisha Mshaka lists: Advanced Diversity and Inclusion Certificate; MS, Human Resources Management and Services, Mills College; BA, Economics.
Does Daisha Mshaka offer a intro call?
Yes. She offers a 30 minute discovery call.
How do I contact Daisha Mshaka?
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