Simone Johnson-Smith
Life coach for immigrants and expats in Alpharetta, Georgia
| Hourly rate range | $115 to $175 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Professionals and Students |
| Also coaches | Financial coach and Career coach |
| Based in | Alpharetta, Georgia, United States |
| Credentials | John Maxwell Team Certified Coach |
Simone Johnson-Smith is a life, career and money coach in Alpharetta, Georgia. She helps immigrants, expats, refugees and international students adjust to a new country. She spent more than 15 years in international affairs and served as a U.S. diplomat. She wrote Decoding America and hosts The Immigrant Experience in America podcast, which reaches listeners in over 100 countries. Her clients learn how money systems work in their new home and how to build belonging.
What Simone helps with
Simone works with people who are adjusting to life in a new country. Her focus is money, culture and personal identity.
- Adjusting to life after moving across the globe
- Learning the financial systems of a new country
- Building financial literacy as a newcomer
- Setting healthy boundaries
- Adapting to a new culture without losing identity
- Building a sense of belonging
- Finding work-life balance
Who Simone works with
Simone coaches first and second-generation high achieving immigrants. She also works with international students, expats, refugees and international professionals who are struggling with the challenges of moving across the globe.
Background and qualifications
Simone has more than 15 years of experience in international affairs and worked as a U.S. diplomat. That work gave her a close view of building a life and career across cultures. She is a certified member of the John Maxwell Team. She is the award-winning author of Decoding America. She also hosts The Immigrant Experience in America podcast, which is heard in over 100 countries.
Simone Johnson-Smith pricing
Programs and services
- Free consultation
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The CoachVouch take
A former U.S. diplomat who coaches immigrants and expats on money, culture and belonging.
Best for immigrants, expats and international students who want to handle money and cultural adjustment in a new country.
Common questions
How much does Simone Johnson-Smith charge?
Coaching with Simone runs $115 to $175 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Simone Johnson-Smith help with?
Simone Johnson-Smith helps with adjusting to life after moving across the globe, learning the financial systems of a new country, building financial literacy as a newcomer and setting healthy boundaries.
Is Simone Johnson-Smith certified?
Simone Johnson-Smith lists: John Maxwell Team Certified Coach.
Does Simone Johnson-Smith work with international students and refugees?
Yes. She coaches international students, refugees, expats, immigrants and international professionals.
How do I contact Simone Johnson-Smith?
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