Step out, stand out, stay yourself
Mentoring for people who want to grow professionally and personally, make clearer decisions and move forward with confidence
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Real growth does not begin by trying to fit in. It begins when we better understand ourselves, our strengths and the opportunities ahead of us.
About me
I am Martina and I help people and teams grow in environments that require courage, trust and a clear sense of direction. For more than 20 years, I have worked in mentoring, HR and strategic people development. My experience comes not only from the Czech environment, but also from international mentoring programmes, global contacts and cooperation with organisations that connect professionals across fields and countries.
In my work, I combine an analytical approach, long-term practice and personal experience in leading people. I believe that real growth does not start with trying to fit in, but with understanding ourselves, our strengths and the opportunities in front of us. As a mentor, I create space for clearer decision-making, greater confidence and concrete next steps. I help people step out, stand out and stay themselves.
Certificates & Awards
Femme Palette Mentor Awards 2026 Winner
Why with me?
Who is mentoring for
You are preparing for promotion, greater responsibility or leading a team. Mentoring helps you strengthen your confidence, strategic thinking, people leadership and ability to handle the demands that come with a more senior role.
You may be considering a move from employment to entrepreneurship, a change of field or a new professional direction. Together, we will name your strengths, concerns and options, and set concrete steps that help you decide with greater confidence.
You want to be a good parent, partner and professional, but you feel that everything has become too much. Mentoring helps you untangle your priorities, find more calm, structure and direction, and grow without constant pressure to perform.
You may not have a clearly defined topic yet, but you feel it is time to pause and look at your next path from a wider perspective. An introductory meeting helps you understand what you are currently dealing with, what may be holding you back and where mentoring could bring the most value.
What I offer
Group mentoring for companies and teams
Group mentoring is designed for companies and teams that want to work better together, grow and achieve shared goals. It helps open topics that often remain unspoken in everyday work: communication, trust, responsibility, individual roles within the team and a shared direction.
As a mentor, I create a safe and structured space where the team can better understand one another, share experience and look for practical solutions. The aim is not only one-off inspiration, but a concrete shift in team cooperation, functioning and the achievement of agreed goals.
Let’s connectIndividual mentoring
Personal one-to-one cooperation focused on your professional and personal growth. We begin with an introductory consultation where we see whether the collaboration feels right, name your goals and set the direction. If you are not yet sure where you want to move next, I will help you find clarity through the right questions.
I recommend at least six mentoring sessions to create space for deeper work, a shift in perspective and concrete steps. Together, we can focus on your strengths, decision-making, confidence, leadership and future career direction.
Let’s connectInternational mentoring and professional connections
Thanks to my experience from international mentoring programmes and a broad network of contacts, I help people open new professional opportunities beyond their usual environment. If you are looking for inspiration, a new perspective or a connection with someone who has faced a similar path, I can help you find direction and connect with the right people.
If you are interested in joining an international mentoring programme as a mentor or mentee, I can help you understand the opportunities, prepare for the process and find the direction that makes sense for you.
Let’s connectReferences
Damaris Agressová
I have really enjoyed this journey together and our conversations. I was particularly impressed by the courage with which Martina handled important professional situations, especially during the period of job change. I admired her discipline, curiosity, desire to learn and openness to personal development.
What I appreciate most is that mentoring was a mutually enriching experience. It was inspiring to watch how she approached challenging situations with strength, resilience and a growth mindset. It was beautiful to see her shift and the way she was able to accept challenges as opportunities for learning and further development.
Helena Hađija
I feel incredibly lucky to have Martina as my mentor. She is knowledgeable, approachable, genuinely invested in your growth, and always willing to go the extra mile. She introduced me to an amazing network of people, connected me with industry professionals, and opened doors to opportunities I hadn’t considered, such as speaking at conferences.
We worked through practical leadership topics, including effective 1:1s, leading teams, coaching people, and helping others grow. Her support didn’t end when the mentorship program finished. I wholeheartedly recommend Martina as a mentor.
Pavla Křížová
During the mentoring period, Martina was someone I could truly turn to. Not just professionally, but personally as well. I especially appreciate her willingness to share her experience and expertise, and to openly pass on what she’s gained through years of practice.
I also found her ability to connect people to be very valuable. Thanks to Martina, I met a number of inspiring people in the field and even got to visit manufacturing facilities I likely would never have seen on my own. These experiences were incredibly interesting to me, and I still draw on them today.
Petra Dittmannová
Martina was an invaluable support and guide during challenging work meetings. Her deep HR expertise and practical, understandable advice were key for me. She helped me not only better understand the whole situation, but also feel more confident and prepared for each step. I especially appreciate her ability to provide a strategic perspective while remaining very human and empathetic.
Her professional and patient guidance allowed me to go through the entire process with confidence and self-assurance. I highly recommend Martina to anyone looking for an experienced and reliable HR professional.
Tereza Klocová
I really enjoyed having Martina as my mentor. She brings a lot of energy and is very focused on helping people achieve results. Her experience in business and HR, together with her practical advice on networking, managing difficult situations, and navigating the job market, was extremely helpful for me. She also has a great understanding of people and what motivates them.
In the media and interviews
Martina regularly explores leadership, mentoring, career growth and the courage to step beyond expected roles. In interviews and articles, she shares experience from HR, international business and her work with people who want to grow while staying true to themselves.
Vzdělání pro život Interview
Martina Janíková: A leader doesn’t give orders. A leader understands. And that is how an army is formed.
In today’s post, we bring you an interview with Martina Janíková, an experienced HR professional and Senior HR Manager who has been working in the field of human resources for twenty years.
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Akčné ženy.sk Interview
Mentor Martina Janíková: The most powerful career tool doesn’t have a certificate. It has a name.
Martina Janíková knows what she is talking about—at the age of 26, someone vouched for her and entrusted her with leading operations across three countries and ten plants. Today, as a mentor, she helps women understand that the most powerful career tool cannot be bought in any course. It stems from courage, trust, and the decision to remain true to oneself—even when it is uncomfortable.
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