I’ve had the privilege of working with Noura and continue to be inspired by her thoughtful and holistic approach to academic and career coaching. Drawing from her background in anthropology, she brings a rare ability to see the bigger picture — understanding not only systems and structures, but also the personal, emotional, and cultural dimensions of professional & personal development.
What sets her apart is her unique combination of intellectual clarity and deep empathy. She listens with intention, asks the right questions, and helps her clients connect the dots between their values, aspirations, and professional paths. Her support is both grounding and empowering.
Noura doesn’t offer one-size-fits-all solutions. She helps people navigate complexity with confidence and curiosity — whether they’re seeking academic direction, career transitions, or a deeper sense of purpose in their work. Working with her is not just about achieving goals, but about meaningful growth and transformation.
I will always be deeply grateful for the way Noura encouraged and believed in me during the particularly difficult time of my PhD journey. Her presence and support made all the difference.

Lisa Lenz-Ayoub, PhD

Before starting the online coaching sessions, I had met Noura just once. Now, I realise how powerful these sessions with her have been because, first of all, I could open up very easily with her and myself. In other words, Noura took my hand to guide me through a journey I did not expect to embark on {…}

I felt at ease and very comfortable sharing my preoccupations regarding my academic career with Noura. Besides, I could discuss these concerns openly and relate them to my personal life, life plans, and more general priorities. The process activated by Noura felt safe, rooted, sensitive and particularly empowering. Not everyone has the chance to reflect so deeply on what they truly want in life. Being aware of this is, then, another level because decisions take on a deeper dimension. Just by listening to these ways of sensing, I was able to make important decisions, and the direction I wanted to go all of a sudden appeared crystal clear to me. This would not have been possible without Noura!

I recommend these coaching sessions to scholars as well as other people facing turning points in their lives.

Noura is passionate about her role, genuine and determined in her work. And very generous! She is a professional, precise and inspiring coach.

Valentina.Grillo, PhD Candidate