MEET YUMNA
Human-First Leadership Speaker & Coach
Yumna Aysen is an ICF-accredited coach, international speaker, podcaster host, and passionate advocate for keeping humanity at the heart of how we lead, communicate, and grow.
Born and raised in South Africa and now based in New York City, Yumna brings a global perspective and deeply human approach to her work. Through speaking and coaching, she helps leaders, founders, and professionals navigate change with greater clarity, courage, and confidence, while staying connected to what matters most: the human beings behind the work.
She has coached professionals from leading organisations including JPMorgan Chase, Microsoft, Instacart, and more, and her work and expertise have been featured in Entrepreneur, Medium, and across national television and radio in South Africa, including eNCA, The Afternoon Express Show, and Cape Talk Radio.
FEATURED ORGANIZATIONS
Organizations I've Partnered With
MY VALUES
Humanity at the Heart of Everything
Courageous Growth
Real growth asks us to question what is familiar, have honest conversations, and move forward even when the path is uncertain. I create space for people to explore, stretch, and lead with courage.
Humanity First
Technology may transform how we work, but people remain at the heart of meaningful progress. I lead with empathy, curiosity, and a deep respect for the human experience.
Connection and Trust
Lasting impact begins with genuine connection. By listening intentionally and honoring different perspectives, I help create the trust people need to communicate, collaborate, and thrive.
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TESTIMONIALS
What Clients Say About My Services
Kwakho Solake
Teacher & Former President EY Toastmasters
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Yumna’s success coaching was extraordinary! Six months ago, I was at a very low point in my life. I felt stuck and I felt like my life was not going anywhere. At first, I thought I could do it by myself. I thought I could bring myself out of the misery, anxiety and depression, but the more I tried, the more I felt like I was drowning. A day before I came across Yumna’s facebook life coaching services ad, I had told myself I really needed a professional to help me get myself out of that space. I thought maybe a life coach could perhaps help me.
When I came across her Facebook ad, it was like God had answered my internal cry. Oh my gosh! She really helped me overcome a lot of self-challenges. I know that my fear and low self-esteem was holding me back from accomplishing things. She helped me accomplish my self-development goals and more. She likes to say, “You are the hero and I am the guide.” She indeed guided me to the best version of myself and I have indeed turned out to be the hero of my own story. I wouldn’t have done it without her. She is a great God sent life guide.
