Become the Leader Everyone Respects and Listens To.
You are a technical expert,
now it’s time to
amplify your authority,
get promoted, and
earn more.
You're consistently showing up, making a difference, and delivering exceptional results.
You know your expertise has immense potential to create lasting impact.
But…
You're still waiting for the recognition, promotion, or career advancement you deserve.
I see this all the time with smart, ambitious professionals—especially women and underrepresented voices in tech.
The truth?
Hard work alone isn’t enough.
Visibility, strategic alignment, and executive presence are just as crucial as your technical skills.
As an executive coach with a PhD in Computer Science, and a career built in tech leadership, I understand exactly what you’re facing.
I've been there, seen it from both sides, and know precisely what it takes to navigate the hidden rules of career advancement.
Together, we’ll work on:
Enhancing your leadership presence so your brilliance is both seen and recognized.
Navigating and saying no strategically to non-promotable tasks.
Building confidence to clearly and effectively advocate for your value.
Anticipating and overcoming obstacles to your next big career move.
If you're ready to finally be seen, recognized, and promoted, let's get started.
A little more about me
I’m Zeinab Abbassi, an executive and leadership coach uniquely positioned at the intersection of tech expertise and impactful coaching. With a PhD in Computer Science from Columbia University and extensive leadership experience in the tech industry, I understand both the challenges and vast potential within this dynamic field.
My passion is championing underrepresented voices in technology and finance. I believe deeply that diversity fuels innovation and growth, and my mission is to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to excel and rise confidently in their careers.
My commitment to excellence in coaching is backed by rigorous training from the Leadership Coaching for Organizational Performance program at North Carolina State University, one of the nation’s most respected executive coaching programs. Additionally, I am credentialed as an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC), with close to 400 hours of coaching experience, dedicated to continuous learning and professional growth.
Coaching with me means more than career advancement—it’s about holistic personal growth. Together, we’ll build your confidence, sharpen your communication, cultivate influential leadership presence, and strategically overcome obstacles. Let’s collaborate to unlock your full potential and pave your path toward fulfillment and impactful success in the tech world.
Book a 30 minute strategy call with me.
Testimonials
Zeinab is a great coach. She is sharp and 'gets it' quickly. Her Computer Science PhD from Columbia and several years of industry experience, both as an individual contributor and as a manager, have given her deep and real-life career insights for coaching. She is also inherently 'caring'. That is a major plus which makes a real difference. During our coaching sessions, I realized what I need to do, and the path forward became much clearer.
Shamini
Director, Bank of America
I can't say enough wonderful *facts* about working with Zeinab! She's like a guiding light when it comes to coaching and time management. Zeinab completely changed my perspective on managing time and energy in such a delightful way. Not only did she share fantastic practical tips and tricks, but what has made her coaching special is how she creates this warm, caring space where we can explore what time and energy meant to me personally and as a professional. She's been such a supportive coach throughout this journey - always cheering me on, never making me feel bad about my habits. If you're looking for someone to help you find your rhythm with time management, Zeinab is your person! She's absolutely amazing and I recommend her with no reservations!
Zeinab possesses a remarkable ability to identify and address the mindtraps that were holding me back. Her insightful guidance and supportive approach enabled me to not only recognize these barriers but also to develop strategies to overcome them. Her expertise, combined with a genuine commitment to my growth, provided a safe and encouraging space for self-discovery and improvement. I am immensely grateful for Zeinab's coaching, which has led to significant positive changes in both my professional and personal life.
Seyed VM
VP @ Google
I had the pleasure of working with Zeinab as my executive coach, and the experience has been transformative for my professional journey. Zeinab guided me through self-discovery by asking thought-provoking questions. This approach enabled me to take ownership of my career path, effectively plan my long-term goals, and strategically position myself for advancement. Her skill in evoking deeper insights and solutions from within myself has been transformative. I highly recommend Zeinab to anyone seeking to deeply explore and elevate their career journey.
Nora H
Senior Software Engineer, Meta (Facebook)
Working with Zeinab has really helped me use my time much more effectively and improve the quality of my work. Her compassionate and collaborative approach quickly overcame my initial skepticism about professional coaching, and I’ve learned strategies that work well for my personal goals and needs. Zeinab excels at helping you drill down to the core causes of issues like procrastination and better understand your own motivators. I highly recommend her.
Katie Kienbaum
Senior Researcher, Energy Democracy Initiative Institute for Local Self-Reliance
Zeinab is truly “one of a kind” and is a natural coach. It is really easy to talk and connect with her, she listens “care”fully, and asks very good, to the point, and thought provoking questions that make you think deeply and and reflect within yourself to see through the decision you need to make. Her unique blend of smartness, expertise, and magnanimity makes her a great coach to work with. She gives constructive feedback, helpful exercises, and follows up just right when you need it, that can feel like magic!
Maryam H
Postdoctoral Researcher @ MIT, Assistant Professor @ UC Berkeley
I'm thrilled to share my experience of passing the bar exam, a success greatly attributed to my executive coach, Zeinab. She was more than a coach, serving as a mentor and motivator, tailoring her approach to my unique strengths and challenges. Zeinab's motivational skills and positivity were crucial in overcoming self-doubt and maintaining focus, while her strategic guidance in study techniques and time management was instrumental in my success. I am immensely grateful for her support and recommend her to anyone seeking a true partner in achieving their goals.
Fatima D
Attorney at Law
Working with Zeinab has been an incredible experience that has brought significant changes to both my personal and professional life. Throughout our sessions, I’ve seen a marked improvement in my productivity and efficiency during workdays. Zeinab truly understands my unique challenges and needs, providing tailored strategies that have helped me streamline my workflow, prioritize tasks, and manage my time more effectively.
What sets Zeinab apart is her ability to help me better understand my own challenges by encouraging me to describe my situation in detail. Through our conversations, she guided me to see my problems more clearly and offered personalized methods that genuinely resonated with me. Her thoughtful approach has not only enhanced my professional performance but also deepened my understanding of how I work best.
Additionally, Zeinab has been instrumental in helping me navigate and manage my relationships with my manager and colleagues. Her advice on communication and collaboration has greatly improved my interactions at work, fostering a more positive and productive environment.
Zeinab’s insightful guidance has brought a renewed sense of balance to my daily routine. I’m incredibly grateful for her support and highly recommend her coaching services to anyone looking to elevate their career.
Ameneh Shamekhi
Research Scientist ll, Microsoft