Tenae Simmons
Tenae Simmons is an accomplished professional with a strong foundation in psychology, business management, and communications. Holding a B.A. in Psychology and a MBA from Southern New Hampshire University, she is also a Certified Professional Life Coach and a Certified Psych Data Analyst. Tenae brings an integrated approach that combines behavioral insight, data-driven analysis, and business strategy, enabling her to support organizational effectiveness, leadership development, and meaningful client outcomes. With over a decade of experience spanning healthcare, case management, and supervisory roles, Tenae has led teams in complex, regulated environments, overseen operational initiatives, and guided stakeholders through change and transformation. Her career includes work with the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Centene Corporation, and Public Partnerships, where she has managed staff, driven results, and implemented processes that align people, performance, and purpose. Alongside her corporate roles, she founded GRIT Life Coaching, offering personalized guidance to help individuals improve daily routines, overcome obstacles, and achieve personal growth. Recognized for blending emotional intelligence with operational discipline, Tenae excels in strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and building high-performing teams. Her professional philosophy emphasizes empathy, attentiveness, and practical, incremental steps to create lasting impact. She has also been acknowledged as one of Influential Women representing Maryland for 2026, reflecting her commitment to leadership, community engagement, and empowering others through both professional and personal development.
• Certified Professional Life Coach
• Certified Psych Data Analyst
• Southern New Hampshire University - MBA
• National Honor Roll Society
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to a lifelong passion for helping others. My experience in social work, supporting women reentering society after incarceration, along with my background in medical and nursing settings, led me to pursue life coaching. Encouraged by the positive impact I had on others, I built my business around being a trusted, dependable source of support for people navigating important transitions in their lives.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to keep being attentive—listening closely, staying present, and paying attention to the details that matter most to people.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to take steady, deliberate steps. Focus on one task at a time rather than juggling multiple plans at once—true progress comes from consistent, intentional effort.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in my work and personal life are balance, joy, and connection. I prioritize my family and the time I spend with my kids, and I make space for activities I love, like bowling, dancing, and shopping, which help me stay energized and grounded. These values guide how I show up for others and for myself every day.
Locations
GRIT Life Coaching
Hyattsville, MD 20785