Meet Hemant Lawanghare
Founder & Director, MasterMyLife
Hello! I’m Hemant Lawanghare, and I founded MasterMyLife (MML) back in 2017.
People often ask me,
“How on earth did you get started with all this?”
So, let me take you back a bit, to 2014.
From Corporate Success to a New Calling
At that time, I was deeply entrenched in my corporate career. As a Business Head at a renowned MNC, I was travelling the world and seemingly living the dream. Or at least, that’s what I thought!
(Here’s me trying to enjoy some ice cream on a corporate outing in Germany, moments of simple joy amidst the hustle.)
(Here’s a snapshot from my memorable last day at work, bittersweet, yet full of hope.)
The Awakening: My Coach, Ebe
In 2015, everything changed. My organization launched a leadership development program, and through it, I met Ebe, my coach.
Ebe had spent decades navigating the toughest corners of the industry. His spirit, positivity, and dedication to his craft left a profound impression on me. He taught me that success isn’t about money or winning a rat race, it’s about chasing excellence.
Being coached by Ebe sparked something deep within me. It gave me the courage to leave my corporate “golden cage” and embark on a road less travelled, the journey to becoming a coach and empowering others to chase their own excellence.
The Tough Road to Coaching Mastery
My coach training experience wasn’t easy. In fact, it was quite tedious and far from what I expected. I lacked confidence to launch my practice full-time, struggled with branding, and had no clear roadmap to build a sustainable coaching business.
To fill the gaps, I pursued multiple certifications—from Emotional Intelligence and NLP to Psychology and Digital Marketing, and invested heavily. I even hired top marketing agencies, but real growth was slow to come.
It took me two years of perseverance before things really clicked. Then, during a conversation with my mentor Ashish Kulkarni, I had my Eureka moment.
(Here’s a proud moment: signing the MoU with Dr. Sanjay Deshmukh, Vice Chancellor of Mumbai University, alongside Prof. Anil Karnik, and my mentor Ashish Kulkarni.)
Building a Better Ecosystem for Coaches
I realized that aspiring coaches don’t have the luxury of time and resources that I had struggled to gather. There needed to be a streamlined, holistic system to help coaches grow and succeed.
That’s how MasterMyLife was born, powered by a proven system I call the MasterMyLife Success Roadmap (MSR).
A platform designed to help coaches discover, grow, build, and collaborate toward their freedom and fulfillment.
Pioneering Coaching Education in India
With Ashish’s guidance, we launched India’s first master’s degree program combining coaching and emotional intelligence, in partnership with Mumbai University. Later, we integrated the prestigious International Coach Federation (ICF) certification into the curriculum.
By 2020, we expanded MML’s reach with online ICF coaching certifications, making world-class coaching education accessible to more people than ever before.
The Power of Family & Vision
I also realized I needed a partner to support marketing and student experience.
Luckily, my son Ashwin, a gold medalist from India’s top mass communications college, was ready to take the reins. His empathetic and authentic leadership has been one of my best decisions.
And with that, the final domino fell into place.
The MasterMyLife Group Today
Today, MasterMyLife is a thriving group of three companies operating in 18+ countries worldwide.
We are proud to be building competent, confident, and compassionate global coaches – one transformation at a time.
The Education & Life-Skills Development Vertical
MML EQ Education is a life-skills-focused education platform dedicated to empowering individuals and fostering lasting growth and transformation.
Through our diverse range of University and ICF-accredited programs, we instill the values of a meaningful and balanced life. Our offerings include Master’s degrees in Emotional Intelligence & Coaching, ICF Life Coaching Certifications, and various short-term courses designed to enhance both personal and professional development.
Operating globally, MML also has a subsidiary in the USA, MML USA Coaching LLP, to extend its reach and impact.
The Not-For-Profit Vertical
The MML Foundation’s mission is to democratize access to life skills education, especially for those who may not afford premium global learning. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and inspired to achieve their life goals.
By providing life skills tools, resources, and opportunities, the Foundation empowers individuals to grow, transform, and develop leadership capabilities that can uplift communities.
The Coaching Vertical
YouMe&Life (YML) is a vibrant coaching community serving individuals passionate about coaching, as well as corporates and businesses seeking quality coaches for their learning, development, and coaching needs.
Coaching is about guiding people to meaningful growth, helping them pursue fulfilling careers, improve relationships, embrace freedom, and awaken their highest potential.
Completion of 500 Coaching Hours
We assist coaching learners in fulfilling their ICF-required 500 coaching hours with practical assignments.
Career & Coaching Opportunities
Gain access to coaching roles within the MML Group and its extensive network of associates.
Business Support
From branding and website launch to securing paid coaching assignments, we help you build a thriving coaching practice.
Community Access
Connect with a close-knit network of coaches who provide peer-to-peer coaching, business support, & knowledge sharing.
Let Us Make a Difference Together
We envision building a powerful global movement of emotionally intelligent citizens committed to excellence and positive impact, an empowered world shaped by empowered individuals.
As an MML coach, you become an essential part of this movement, helping us create lasting change and inspire transformation worldwide.