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Djelani Hamm

BM, MA, MFA, PhD, Transition Coach

Djelani Hamm from California is a seasoned academic coach with an eclectic and rich background that spans multiple disciplines and continents. Holding advanced degrees in Music, Theater, Film Producing, and a PhD in World Arts and Culture from UCLA, Djelani has a profound understanding of creativity and transformation. His academic achievements are complemented by practical experience, including a California Teaching Credential and certification as an Executive and Personal Coach from the Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute (Capp), accredited by the ICF. Djelani’s coaching is deeply informed by his global travels and cultural studies, making him uniquely positioned to offer fresh, culturally-informed perspectives to his clients. His coaching style is rooted in the belief that everyone has innate gifts and potential, utilizing powerful questions to help clients achieve significant personal and professional growth. With over 30 years in public education and roles ranging from Restorative Justice advisor to college access coordinator, Djelani’s diverse experiences enrich his coaching, enabling him to guide clients through complex life changes and career transitions effectively.

Find him at:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/djelanihamm/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wm.h.948/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djelanihamm/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOmyZ7oM3jLcXiNTIZB5i1g/videos

Experience, certifications and training

CERTIFICATIONS AND DEGREES

  • MFA – Film Producing – UCLA
  • PhD – World Arts and Culture – UCLA
  • California Teaching Credential – Educational Specialist
  • CPEC (Certified Executive and Personal Coach – Capp) ICF
  • MA – Theater – Cal State LA
  • BM – Music – University of the Pacific

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT TAKEN

  • World Arts and Culture – UCLA
  • Certified Executive and Personal Coach – Capp, Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute
  • Film Producing – UCLA

Areas of coaching specialization

Life coach


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Writing coach

Creativity coach

Leadership coach

Transition coach

Academic coach

Wellness coach

Motivational coach


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Parenting coach

Work/life balance coach

Djelani’s coaching articles



If you want to get more from your life, and are looking for concrete action steps to get you there, check out our Request a Coach page. It’s a “cut the fence-sitting and take action” way to tackle your issues and actually find success. You’ll be matched with the coaches most suited to you to get you from where you are to where you want to be. To get off the fence and start to take action, click or tap here.