Patisa Nombakuse is the Founder of Ziveze Coaching Services with the tagline "Living an authentic life" and a Career Transition Coach & NLP Life Coach, MBA: helping ambitious professionals feeling stuck, unhappy, and imposter syndrome to transition smoothly to their ideal jobs, higher positions, or small biz ventures.
Based in Centurion Pretoria. I have over 15 years of experience working in the corporate setting as a manager and leader in various roles in IT auditing and project management.

As an experienced professional, I've gained wide exposure in industries such as telecoms, banking, industrial equipment and services, consumer industries, and auditing firms. It has always come easy for me to advise family, friends, and colleagues. and has been a Christian counsellor in Church. Over the course of my corporate career, I’ve always supported others and had a passion to develop and mentor them. I experienced personal coaching at a phase of my life when I was feeling stuck and wanted more.

Allow me to share my story of transformation. I spent years feeling stuck in a cycle of doubt and fear, longing for something more but uncertain of how to break free. Despite excelling in my career, I felt a lack of purpose that weighed heavily on me, holding me back and leaving me feeling paralyzed by self-doubt. But then, a ray of hope pierced through the darkness of my despair – coaching. Determined to change, I started on a journey of personal growth. With each step, I faced my fears head-on, discovered my strengths, and quieted the voice of doubt inside . Through dedication and perseverance, I learned the power of personal development and with lots of prayers – a force that propelled me to where I am today, confident, fulfilled, and driven by purpose.
If I could rewrite my story, so can you. Embrace the potential of personal growth, break free from the chains of fear and limiting beliefs, and unlock your true capabilities. Your transformation is waiting, eager to reshape your mindset and redefine your life.

In 2018, I decided to follow my passion and enter the coaching world to help others. One of my super talents is being able to identify talent and help it grow. 😊

My clients come from a wide range of industries. Some are highly experienced, MidCareer, Seniors and others are just starting. I am passionate about supporting others in their goals and unlocking potential.

MY COACHING STYLE:

I am a certified NLP LifeCoach/Practitioner through ICF, have a Certificate in Executive Management Coaching and I am a member of COMENSA. I coach clients from various industries in career and transition coaching. My approach is based on authentic living and being true to yourself.

MY FAVOURITE SAYING OR QUOTE
When you know better you do better – Maya Angelou

Method and Training: Mindset Coaching, StrengthFinder Coaching, NLP Certified Life Coach, Neuro-Linguistic Practitioner, Executive Management Coaching, Business Coach, Time Quintessence Techniques Practitioner, and Relationship Coaching. Facilitation, MBA, Fully Accredited Professional Counselling, Christian Counselling.

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Our vision is to build Africa one person at a time.
It is our belief that everyone has the potential to be a leader and fulfill their God-given purpose.

As the founder of ZivezeCoaching Services, I believe that developing personal leadership is essential for building a healthy society. To lead others effectively, we must first embark on the journey of self-discovery. Understanding your true identity and purpose ignites a powerful sense of direction.
Personal leadership, self-awareness, and self-acceptance are crucial for fostering meaningful change in our communities.

Through mindset coaching, we empower individuals to identify their strengths, find their unique value, help them with their limiting beliefs, and embrace their authentic selves.
Let’s embark on this transformative journey together, nurturing the personal leadership that creates positive ripples in our families and communities. By investing in ourselves, we can be the change we wish to see in the world.

Our company has a strong focus on being your authentic self, and the name of the company is "Ziveze Coaching Services", which means to "Let your light shine" Show your Self, Inspired by Matthew 5:15 tells us not to hide our lamps/lights under the table.

As agents of change and catalysts for change, our coaches are there to assist you with long-lasting change and to enable you to shift your mindset for a better future.

Patisa helped me with my CV review, revamp, and cover letters, and I am now feeling incredibly confident about my CV. I know it will effectively represent me to the world. Thank you, Patisa! I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking to enhance their professional brand and appearance. Her expertise and dedication are truly remarkable." Iris Maekela

The sessions have been eye-opening for me. I was seeking coaching because I felt stuck and needed a change, what I got was so much more! Through Patisa's coaching I became aware of self-limiting and counter-productive behaviors that I have carried around with me throughout my career. I was burnt out and career-fatigued, so it was such a game changer when these behaviors came to light and I addressed them!
I recommend Ziveze Coaching Services to any professional out there. Dimakatso Maleeme

I was coached by a lady called Patisa. Her coaching came in handy for me. I was a sore procrastinator and I struggled with self-sabotage behaviors. She helped me realised the roots of the issues I had. I'm now aware of myself and my thoughts, and I've re-gaining my confidence. I'd recommend Ziveze Coaching for their exceptional coaching services, you won't regret it. Busi Makhubedu

I had the pleasure of working with Patisa Nombakuse to gain self-awareness in myself and how I show up at work and in my relationships. Patisa's coaching has been transformative for me. It has empowered me to recognize my potential as a leader and to be intentional about my goals. Through her guidance, I have been able to work on my soft skills and develop the confidence needed to excel in my career. I highly recommend Patisa to anyone who is looking to work on themselves and achieve personal and professional growth. Her coaching is insightful, supportive, and impactful. If you're ready to unlock your full potential and take your life to the next level, don't hesitate to contact Patisa. You won't regret it. Tendani Mamadi

Zuko Baliti: Patisa's help with my resume appealing to recruiters was very effective. I highly recommend her services.

Working with Patisa is amazing. She is exceptionally well-versed in helping people get over imposter syndrome, and her career coaching sessions are truly invaluable. She has a wealth of knowledge and insight which she shares in a very relatable manner. I have been able to make significant progress thanks to her guidance and advice. Highly recommended! Kgabo

Nolubabalo Nobatyi: Patisa is always professional. Her coaching has helped me own my career narrative and has challenged me to do better and be better as an individual both from a work and personal perspective

I was really struggling to get my CV just right and then I found Patisa Nombakuse. She quickly reviewed my CV and showed me where I needed to make changes to improve it. Not only that, but she also helped me prepare for a job interview by giving me tips on how to sell myself in the best way possible. Thanks to her help, I was able to land the job! Thuli

Bongolethu Mkize: There is so much compassion and care in the sessions, you definitely feel as though you can take on your goals step by step.

I recently had an interview and wanted to have my CV professionally reviewed. Patisa was recommended to me and she did a fantastic job. She really helped me to understand how to sell myself in my interview and how best to highlight the skills I have. I am so grateful for her help and would highly recommend her services! Zazi

Tinyiko Otildah Mashimbyi: I enjoyed the session so much, I was so happy with the level of professionalism that Pasisa displayed. She was able to assist me to come up with a solution for my challenges. I did not think I had a solution in me. However, with Patisa's coaching skills and the techniques that she used, I was able to reach the solution. I will definitely go back for follow-up sessions and will recommend more people to see her. Awesome service really.

Nomagugu Mpofu: Having a one-on-one coaching session with Patisa was the best thing I ever did, I just decided to open myself to learning, and to be honest, I came out of the session more self-confident, and she helped me identify the obstacles that were holding me back. I am in the process of building better relationships as this was one of the most important strategies, I picked up to work on this month. I cannot mention all the strategies she came up with to overcome each obstacle, but I would recommend anyone for such life-changing sessions.


Emmanuel Tsiame CA (SA): Patisa is a great coach, her approach is very practical. I learned a lot and will definitely recommend her

Diteboho Mbele Senior IT Auditor: Patisa got to really show me that I have potential within me but of course to me that I would need to challenge myself more. She asked the right probing questions that propel me toward where I really need to go! She was really helpful and encouraged me to magnify my strengths. I think we all need a coach who can push you out of your comfort zone and Patisa does that with such grace. Highly recommend her to anyone whose career seems stagnant or confused about which career direction to take.

Thandi Mahlangu CCA (MBA): Patisa is the best coach I have had the pleasure of working with. I recommend contacting Patisa if you are looking to rediscover yourself, push boundaries, and go for what you want in your personal, academic, and career growth. She has great interpersonal skills, and she was able to coach me while also sharing the right tools for me to use in life. It was a valuable experience and one of the best decisions I have ever made.

Jatin Maharaj Senior Manager IT Auditor: An excellent Coach, Patisa can lead from the front while also being empathetic and sincere. She gained the respect of both those whom she served and those who served her. She creates meaningful relationships with her colleagues, clients, vendors as well as the broader business Patisa was always jovial and brought a smile to all she was in contact with. Her evergreen optimism and positive spirit always created a positive impact, from the open plan office to meetings, to team events, and more. With her wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set, anyone would be privileged to have an esteemed professional like Patisa either working for them or serving them.

Tebogo Skosana Head of Stress Testing: Patisa is so easy to talk to and made me feel heard and seen. Working with her was exactly what I needed. Her professionalism and empathy along with her tools and knowledge gave me a real boost. I can highly recommend coaching with Patisa

Linky Nkabinde (PMP): If you looking for a challenge, a new perspective on your career, or personal values, look no further, Patisa is here to help you. I highly recommend her.

Hlombe Mfono Lecturer: I enjoyed working with Patisa as a career and personal development coach. Her approach is easy to understand, empathic, and refreshing. I would recommend her services to those who feel stuck in their career or academic growth or want to explore other skills or talents in their potential.

Unity Mabaso: (CISA) (CRISC) (CDPSE): I would recommend Patisa because I was able to identify my career growth weaknesses because of her assistance. Thank you so much

Zinzi Msebenzi (CISM, CISA, ITIL, COBIT5 ): Patisa is an exceptional individual, who through consultation has opened up a world of non-judgment to her clients. She has a unique way of empowering and motivating her clients. Patisa afforded me the platform to unearth perspectives that otherwise I would not have been exposed to. She is a light at the end of the tunnel, a ray of sunshine, and an amazing coach.

Ondela Faku: I'd like to thank Patisa for the time invested in my Coaching journey, it's been a great learning experience for me and I've seen the growth from start to finish. The mentorship has helped me be clear about my career goals and how to map them out into small attainable steps. It has also helped all around to find a balance between my work life and personal goals. I would recommend Patisa as a mentor who helps you to better understand your strengths and weaknesses and how to leverage both. The journey could not have come at a better time, to bring balance and stability during such turbulent times.

Deborah Moeng Projects and Strategy MBA: Patisa is an amazing coach. She has the ability, calmness, and patience to steer you in the right direction without being prescriptive - through her coaching, you can realize what has been blocking you, whilst helping you to create a better direction for yourself. She is a true professional and coaching with her is a transformational journey.

Kgotlelelo M: Patisa Nombakuse is an amazing Career and life coach. She helped me overcome my fears of speaking up in meetings and confidence issues, I am now able to present with ease and be more grounded. If you are looking for a transformational change contact Patisa! Thanks for your help

Angelou M: She helped me with personal branding for promotion, I have always been so modest with my achievements. This has helped me see myself in a brand new light. I recommend her so much, she has changed my life.

Thoko J: She helped me overcome my fears of setting up boundaries and being more authentic. I am now able to stand in my power. I am so grateful. I feel a lot of weight has been lifted off my shoulders. I recommend Patisa for her coaching work.

She helped me overcome my fears of change and changing careers, through the coaching I was able to make big steps and I have landed a nice job. I am so grateful. I recommend Patisa if you want to change, she does her work with a lot of grace. Mellissa M

I came to the coaching meetings so stuck, going around in circles, but the coaching helped me find clarity on what I needed to do with my life. I am more confident now than ever about my next step. The coaching is intense, so rewarding to see where I have started and where I am now. I recommend her. Simon M

I had been struggling with a difficult transition in my career and was feeling lost and overwhelmed. Patisa Nombakuse was instrumental in helping me find clarity, focus on my strengths and navigate the changes. She is a great listener, extremely knowledgeable and genuinely cares about her clients. She has helped me immensely in finding what I'm good at, setting goals that are achievable, and transforming my life for the better. Mahlatse

was not exposed to goals and everything, but through the coaching, I was able to set goals. I am so thankful I am discovering things that I love to do, and finding myself. I am setting even more goals now. Thank you, I recommend Patisa, she is a nice person as well. Donne J

I was struggling with transitioning to a new workplace and finding what I was good at when I consulted Patisa Nombakuse. She listened to my situation patiently and helped me identify things that I could do to make the transition smoother. She also helped me become comfortable with change and understand how it can be beneficial in the long run. Thanks to her help, I am now thriving in my new job! Nonhlanhla

Patisa helped me to see things differently, and change my mindset. I thought I needed to leave my job to be happier. I discovered my career path and she helped me define it. It feels like I am starting all over. I am grateful for her help. I recommend her. Cowen

Patisa is an amazing career coach who really understands the issues people face in their professional lives. She helped me overcome imposter syndrome, which had been holding me back for years. Her skills and insights are invaluable and she has a knack for getting to the bottom of things quickly. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs help with imposter syndrome or any other career-related issues. Thoko M

I recently worked with Patisa to help me make some important career decisions. She was amazing! She asked me the right questions and made me think deeply about my values and what kind of career would be the best fit for me. With her help, I was able to gain clarity on my future path and even find a new direction that I never could have imagined before. Patisa is a fantastic career coach - if you're looking for someone to help you get clear on your goals and purpose Babalwa Z

I had the pleasure of working with Patisa on finding my purpose and changing careers. She is an incredible coach, full of insight. She helped me to evaluate my skills and identify what I enjoy doing. With her guidance, I was able to create a career path that suited my needs perfectly. Patisa is amazing at what she does - she's truly a life changer! Soso M

I recently had the pleasure of working with Patisa for salary and promotion coaching. She is a wonderful coach and really helped me find my voice in negotiations. She guided me through the process of researching my worth and how to advocate for myself, which has been a game changer for me. Patisa has a graceful approach but firm that helps you stay focused on your goal while finding the confidence to make it happen. I highly recommend her services! Tshepo

Patisa Nombakuse is an amazing coach for helping me find confidence in negotiating salary and promotion. She really understands the unique challenges that women face in these situations and has helped me become more assertive and confident. Her coaching and guidance have been invaluable, and I can say without a doubt that I would not be where I am today without her help. Phyllis

Working with Patisa was one of the best decisions I have ever made. She helped me regain my confidence and gave me the courage to pursue my dreams. She was incredibly patient, understanding, and encouraging throughout our sessions. With her help, I was able to get back on my feet after a period of feeling discouraged and hopeless. I am now studying further in the subject that I love due to Patisa's coaching and guidance! Vuyo N

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