"Deshika worked with each of our Management Committee members on an Executive Mentoring program. Her inputs and expert coaching made a difference to our teams and their overall effectiveness. She also contributed some valuable people-related insights which enabled us to address issues and facilitate our people strategy. Thank you very much! Romesh David, CEO, SAGT"

Romesh David (CEO, SAGT)

"My coach was able to build a good rapport and understanding with me. She helped me to genuinely open up and communicate with her. As a result, I believe that she could understand where I need support to achieve my goals. The most important thing was that I liked her coaching sessions because most of the time they were like friendly chats. During our conversations, she was very sharp in picking up the areas that I need help in making my objectives a reality."

JB (Heineken)

"Deshika built good rapport, which enabled me to be candid in sharing my challenges and on the other hand receptive towards her advice. She was very specific when giving advice and asked me to write down action points, identified for my betterment. She also helped me to identify my worth which enabled me to step out confidently, of my comfort zone towards a better role."

Dhashma (Aitken Spence Logistics)

"Deshika is a true Gem. She is extremely gentle in her delivery yet extremely bold in her coaching strategy. She uncovered my strengths and was very clever helping me to recognize what I needed to do next. She motivated me to complete my website and I'm in the end stages because of her suggestions. I would definitely recommend her as a coach. She is very positive and uplifting she was a true pleasure to work with! Thank you very much Deshika!!"

Brandy Foreman, USA

"Deshi is very resourceful with her academic and career exposure on people dynamics. Her leadership coaching helped me with a good foundation for continuous self-reflection and development. "

Devika, Group FC, Akbar Brothers

"Deshika is a highly intellectual personality, who is very professional in profiling corporate individuals to make the direction to drive in the right path. Deshika carries years of professional experience and her advice made myself to understand the inner potential to exploit the greater possibilities to use my skill set to drive the passion to generate results to pursue my long term goals in simple steps down the journey. I recommend her coaching program to any corporate caliber persons to reap best results in no time. "

Ruwan Perera, Dialog Axiata PLC (Nov 2019)

"During Coaching my sessions, Deshika unlocked my personal potential to maximize my performance. Through those sessions, I learnt that the biggest obstacles to success and achieving potential are internal, not external. That helped me to improve my game by distracting me from my inner dialogue. Further, I learnt my conscious and unconscious in-competencies and competencies during those sessions which helped me to move in to next level. Thanks, Deshika, for sharing your professional knowledge with us through those coaching sessions. I’m highly recommending your coaching and mentoring knowledge and style to all professionals to move them to next level."

Mahesh (SAGT)

"Deshika is an Executive Coach who works with her each of her clients to ensure that their specific goals and aspirations are met. She also uses psychometric tools as a means of enhancing self-awareness, which forms a good basis for beginning a coaching relationship. I can highly recommend her to anyone who needs clarity, guidance and support on achieving their professional goals!"

Ameena Zainudeen, President, Norfolk Foods

"Deshika possesses an exceptional ability to inspire growth and refine leadership skills. Her tailored guidance and expert insights were instrumental in reshaping my approach to leadership, leading to
tangible professional development. I highly recommend Deshika for her dedication, expertise, and invaluable support in achieving personal and professional growth."

Nibasanda Yapa Abeywardana, Deputy General Manager at Union Assurance PLC | Assistant Vice President at John Keells Holdings PLC

"My coach was able to build a good rapport and understanding with me. It helped me to genuinely open up and communicate with her. As a result, I believe that she could understand where I need support to achieve my goals. Most important thing was that I liked her coaching sessions because most of the time it was kind of friendly chats. During conversations, she was very sharp in picking up the areas that I
needed help in making my objectives a reality."

Janaka Bandara (Heineken)

"Best coach that I’ve met during my career. She managed to change my life. She helped me to think differently."

Parakrama Galapaththy (SAGT)

"Deshika was my leadership coach for the past 10 months. Although I was unsure about coaching when I began the program in October 2021, I soon found out that I was enjoying our conversations, learning
more about myself, questioning some of my beliefs and gaining clarity on my onward career growth. We discussed and established both personal and professional goals and agreed on milestones to be reached to achieve them. I also gained a deeper understanding of my own leadership behavior and style and how it impacted my stakeholders - both positively and not. This self-awareness will be useful for me
throughout my leadership journey.
I would like to recommend my coach, Deshika, for future, aspiring and already established leaders for much greater success, clarity and effectiveness."

Nuwan Withanage, CFO Softlogic Life

"Deshika was my coach since January of 2023 as part of a leadership development initiative of my employer. Throughout the months she assisted me in identifying my own strengths and weaknesses
while we set goals for my development. The conversations I had with Deshika over the months not only supported me in my career growth but also for my personal growth. I identified my true potential and I
realize I’m now more aware and in control of myself in areas where I required improvement. The small tactics she suggested to improve myself I use on a daily basis and has helped me perform way better and has given me so much confidence in myself. Deshika was always in cheerful spirit and I always looked forward for the sessions we had. I’m very grateful for the opportunity I got in being her client. While I thank Deshika for the months of assistance she provided me, I’d recommend Deshika to any young professional as I am who’s working towards being a better leader. I can assure that you will learn a lot through the discussions you have with Deshika!"

Githma Wijerathne, Assistant Manager - Social and Environmental Risk at Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC

"Deshika has been my leadership and executive coach for the past few months. It's been a fantastic experience! She listens and makes you feel very comfortable by sharing experiences and examples. I am
thankful to Deshika for the improvements she's pointed out and, more importantly, for her work in helping me understand my strengths. Working with Deshika has been one of the highlights of my career so far!"

Ashik Bari, Chief Customer Officer, Daraz

"As a professional in the manufacturing industry for over a decade, I consider the opportunity I received to be coached by Deshika, a unique and fulfilling experience! She is not just a coach but a friend, a
motivator and guide to be a strong and independent woman in the corporate world. Her sessions brought direction, purpose and confidence to achieve what I aspire to achieve in the coming years."

Shehara Dissanayake, Head of Logistics, Trelleborg Wheel Systems

"It has been an absolute pleasure to partner with Deshika on my leadership development journey. Getting to know her has been a joy whilst her feedback and guidance has made a significant impact on my career. Deshika is a coach that meets you where you're at and walks with you to your destination. High in EQ and definitely an empath, Deshika creates a safe environment inviting you to be your most authentic self. If you are considering partnering with a leadership coach, I highly recommend Deshika. Not only will you gain a coach but if you're like me, you'll make a friend and mentor for life."

Nare Bandaranayake, Chief Growth Officer, oDoc

"Deshika and I connected via the Leadership and Development Program she ran at Softlogic Life. The program itself was very insightful but Deshika added her sense of flare to it making the content even
more interesting and added significant value to my own learnings. As a member of Senior Management, you are challenged in varied forms, and the constant work load and meeting of deadlines often result in
many of us over-looking the little things that make each of us who we are and can make a significant difference. Deshika taught me to do exactly that. She had me analyzing myself to understand my strengths and weaknesses and also lead a very open, interesting and insightful discussion at the “Team Dynamics” program with the aim of each team member understanding each other’s individual personalities. She has also in a short span ingrained that little voice in my head to be loud and clear, so much so – that in certain situations, it goes right back to my learnings and I find myself asking "what
would Deshika’s advise be" I am thankful for her – for pushing me to be a better leader and forcing me to set challenging goals for myself. I have no hesitation in recommending her as a coach!"

Rushika Bemunuge, Chief Risk Officer, Softlogic Finance

"Deshika Rodrigo has been my Executive Coach for the past several months. This was my first experience working with an Executive Coach and I have been amazed at the positive outcomes gained from our sessions. Deshika helped me to realize my true potential - both at a professional and personal level. The greatest gift that I gained from my coaching relationship with Deshika was a much greater understanding of myself - my strengths as well as my development areas. I am grateful for the opportunity and will carry the lessons learnt from the coaching for the rest of my life. I can recommend Deshika as an Executive
Coach to anyone who wants to tap into their inborn potential and become successful in life (and work)!"

Heshan Samararathne, Head of Technology, Dialog Finance

"I've had the privilege of being coached by Deshika over the last 12 weeks. Working with her has been a wonderful and transformational experience in both my professional and personal life. She artfully combined strategic thinking with an empathetic approach, to help me navigate challenges and identify opportunities for me to excel. Working together with Deshika has truly enabled me to be the best version of myself"

Shenali de Silva, Orbit Startups/GLX

"I am writing to express my utmost gratitude and satisfaction with the exceptional coaching services you provided me over the past three months. As a Leadership, Executive, and Intercultural Coach, HR
Consultant, and Diversity Specialist, your expertise and professionalism have truly made a profound impact on both my personal and career development.
When I first approached you for coaching, I had two primary goals in mind: personal development and career advancement. From our initial consultation, it was evident that you possess an extraordinary ability to understand my needs and aspirations. Throughout the coaching sessions, you skillfully guided me towards achieving these goals, employing an array of remarkable tools and techniques that were tailored specifically to my requirements.

Your coaching style was truly remarkable. You created a safe and supportive environment, allowing me to explore my strengths, weaknesses, and areas for growth without judgment. Your keen insight and deep understanding of leadership and intercultural dynamics enabled me to gain valuable self-awareness and enhance my overall personal development.
In terms of my career development, your guidance was instrumental in helping me identify and leverage my unique strengths and abilities. Through thought-provoking discussions and exercises, you
empowered me to set ambitious yet realistic career goals and provided me with a roadmap to attain them. The practical strategies and actionable steps you shared have proven invaluable in navigating
challenges and seizing opportunities within my professional journey.
I am thrilled to share that within just three months of working with you, I have accomplished both my personal and career development objectives. Your expertise, guidance, and unwavering support have
played an integral role in this success, and I am immensely grateful for the positive impact you have had on my life.
I wholeheartedly recommend Ms. Deshika Rodrigo to any individual or organization seeking professional coaching services. Her exceptional skills, extensive knowledge, and genuine commitment to her clients' growth make her an invaluable asset. Working with her has been a transformative experience, and I have no doubt that she will continue to inspire and empower individuals and organizations alike.
Thank you once again for your outstanding coaching and mentorship. I am confident that anyone fortunate enough to work with you will witness extraordinary growth and achievement."

Anush Gunarathne, Sr. Manager Digital Banking, Commercial Bank of Ceylon

"Deshika has been my leadership coach for the past 6 months. The leadership coaching programme was initiated by my employer and I was selected as the first leadership team member of our company for a
leadership coaching programme like this, which I consider a privilege for me. Right from the beginning I realized that she is the right coach for my leadership coaching programme. Her programme is well organized while the content is appropriate for a young female professional like me. The programme helped me identify my personality, true potential, and ways of meeting the
expectations of the company. For me the best outcome of this programme was the transition in my professional life and personal life, for which I am truly grateful for Deshika. I really appreciate her quality of listening to her client, understanding our side of the story and giving very practical and effective solutions to overcome the issues.
She is an outstanding female leadership coach and I highly recommend her as a leadership coach for young female professionals in the companies. I wish all the very best for Deshika!"

Nipuni Thuduwewattha, CFO, Fresh Catch Inc.

"I recently completed a 12-session Leadership Coaching program with Deshika Rodrigo, and I can genuinely say it’s been a transformative journey. Going into the program, I wasn’t quite sure what to
expect—but what I gained was far more than I imagined. Through my time with Deshika, I experienced a powerful shift in how I view myself, my priorities, and my work. One of the most valuable outcomes for me was the self-validation I gained around my own strengths and skills. Deshika created a space that helped me recognize and own my inherent capabilities, while also guiding me through some of the professional challenges I was facing. Her approach gave me clarity, direction, and the confidence to show up as a more authentic leader—even during tough times. She also helped me understand how to let my leadership light shine consistently, by leaning into who I truly am. The program was not only insightful—it was deeply inspirational, and left a lasting impact on me. I’m incredibly grateful to my organization and to @Hesh Fernando for giving me the opportunity to work with Deshika. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for meaningful leadership coaching. "

Viren Dissanayaka, Director at Venture Agencies Asia (Pvt) Ltd

"Throwback to 2019. I was rock bottom in my personal life...nothing had gone to plan-what does? I knew what my career trajectory was but had zero confidence and motivation. I truly believe people enter your
life for a reason and at the right time. I was at an event at the CCC and sat next to Deshika Rodrigo (She/Her). We got to talking and I realized she was a coach. I was not one for coaches. I wasn't too
keen on talking to anyone but decided I'm anyway at rock bottom so let’s give it a try. Boy, was I glad I did. She made me realize I was more than my back story. I needed to get my life and career on track for me, yes but for my daughter to see her ummi could be a boss and a leader. I am truly grateful to you Deshika for the advice and coaching. For teaching me to believe in myself when I really didn't and making me go out and dream big. Funnily enough, after all that we only have a proper picture together at the CIMA Summit where she had a masterclass on motivation! My favorite session of the day"

Ameena Ziauddin, President Norfolk Foods Ltd