Savarine approached us after completing another coaching program, which brought her yearning for a professional career to the forefront. She had been running a successful chicken-rearing business for 10 years, but she was tired of talking to chickens and about chickens. She wanted to return to a professional accounting job, with her ultimate goal being to work at the UN.

When we asked why she wanted to leave a business that paid her over Ksh.1M per month for a job that would pay her only 10% of that, she was resolute. “I want to do work that is impactful. I want to work with an NGO where I can make a difference in society,” she said.

After making her payment, we got down to business. Some of the challenges we faced included:

1. She had little formal experience, having left employment at an entry level.
2. She was aiming for a technical role that required active experience beyond her training.
3. She had been out of the workforce for over 20 years to take care of her young family.
4. She lived in a city with fewer white-collar opportunities, not the capital.

Despite these challenges, she remained undaunted. A spiritual woman, she followed her inner calling and believed that despite the massive gap in her experience, she would achieve her goal.

After finishing our program, Savarine was on fire and eager to start her job search. A few months later, she called to tell us she was already interviewing with an NGO. She was later informed that they were seriously considering her, but ultimately, they declined to give her the job. The reason? They feared she was overqualified and perceived their offer as beneath her.

After further career counselling, Savarine was able to convince the employers to reconsider her for the position. Once that hurdle was overcome, the organization not only offered her the job but also improved the offer after her probation period.

This experience is a testament to how the Lord works. When He says He has a plan for you, He isn’t playing. Are you pursuing your purpose and God-given dreams?