Asma Hussain

I am a qualified coach and experienced Change Manager at Leicestershire County Council, with a strong background in supporting people through change, building confidence, and helping individuals achieve meaningful goals. With over 15 years of experience as a Business Analyst in the public sector, I have developed strong skills in listening, problem solving, communication, organisation, and mentoring, all of which I bring into my work as a Student Success Coach.

My coaching approach is supportive, practical, and person-centred. I am passionate about helping students manage academic pressure, improve focus, develop positive study habits, and strengthen their confidence and resilience. I understand that success is not only about academic performance, but also about wellbeing, motivation, self-belief, and having the right tools to stay organised and make progress.

Through my Level 5 Coaching Professional apprenticeship and my experience of mentoring colleagues, I have learned how to create a safe, positive, and encouraging space for reflection, goal-setting, and action. I support individuals to recognise their strengths, overcome challenges, and take clear steps towards personal and academic growth.

My background in change management also helps me guide students through transition, uncertainty, and new stages of learning with empathy and structure.

As a proud mum of two teenagers currently navigating university and college, I also have first-hand insight into the pressures young people can face when balancing study, confidence, independence, and future choices.

AREAS OF STUDENT SUCCESS COACHING:
• Academic confidence and self-belief
• Goal setting and action planning
• Study habits and organisation
• Time management and prioritisation
• Motivation, focus, and mindset
• Managing academic stress and pressure
• Building resilience and independence
• Communication and reflection skills
• Supporting personal development and wellbeing