About ME
For Mid-Career Professionals Seeking Clarity and Direction
I’m Vikram Das coach, mentor, and strategist with over 25 years of experience guiding individuals and teams through change, challenge, and transformation.
My journey spans early-stage startups to some of the world’s most admired companies, including GE, Amazon Web Services, and Chick-fil-A. I’ve worn many hats from software developer to principal architect, from team leader to trusted advisor helping organizations grow through technology, leadership, and human connection.
But through it all, one thing remained constant:
Helping people see themselves clearly and take meaningful next steps with confidence.
There’s a moment in every career where momentum fades.
You’re no longer climbing you’re circling.
Maybe you’ve outgrown your role. Maybe you’re questioning what growth even looks like now.
I’ve been there.
And now, I help others navigate that crossroads with clarity, strategy, and renewed purpose.
What I Bring
Clients come to me when they feel stuck—at a crossroads in their careers or struggling to make sense of what’s next. I offer structure, clarity, and momentum.
My coaching blends:
Deep listening and root cause analysis
Metaphors and mental models to reframe problems
Strategic planning for both short-term wins and long-term growth
You won’t get templated advice from me. You’ll get space to think, permission to dream, and the tools to act.
Why I Coach
Throughout my own career, I mentored peers, guided interns, and helped leaders find clarity during moments of transition. Over time, I formalized what I now call Metaphor Coach Life Strategies®—an approach that blends the wisdom of storytelling with the precision of structured thinking.
My goal is simple: to help you understand where you are, where you could go, and what stands in the way.
Whether you’re recovering from a layoff, navigating a promotion plateau, considering entrepreneurship, or just feeling unfulfilled—I help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Guiding Principles
I operate from a place of stillness and clarity, and bring these values into every coaching conversation:
Equanimity – Calm and balance, even in chaos
Integrity – A commitment to what’s right, not just what’s easy
Empathy – Listening without judgment
Appreciation – Recognizing what’s already working
Kindness – Firmness without force
Determination – Helping you stay the course
Loyalty – Your growth is my priority
Courage – Supporting you through uncertainty and change
