Cut through the noise. Lead with clarity.
The hardest part of building isn’t speed. It’s staying clear on direction. A free 10-minute diagnostic to help founders see where they’re clear, where they’re drifting, and what’s really getting in the way of clarity, confidence, and focus.
In a world full of noise, clarity is your competitive edge.
Running a company can feel like navigating through fog: investor pressure, building culture, constant decisions.
True leadership is knowing what matters and keeping it front of mind. The Founder’s Compass Map helps you instantly see where you’re strong and where you’re drifting.
Zal helps you understand your Compass Map, and cut through the noise to lead with clarity and intention.
What You’ll Discover
North
Vision & Clarity
Do you know where you’re going?
East
Story & Signal
Can you articulate your value so others get it?
South
Strategy & Structure
Are you executing on what matters most?
West
People & Presence
Are you leading with calm confidence?
Center
Reflection & Recalibration
Do you stay aligned when things shift?
How It Works
Answer 15 quick questions (takes <10 min)
Instantly see your Compass Map
Get a personalized breakdown of your results
Book a free 30-min Compass Debrief with Zal
About Zal
Zal Dastur is a founder turned “coach for founders” who knows the chaos of building a business firsthand. After 15 years scaling companies across Asia, including a B2B enterprise software firm with millions in revenue and clients like Citibank, Mercedes-Benz, and CBRE, he now helps founders and entrepreneurs cut through the noise, sharpen their thinking, and win support for their vision. He also hosts Impact at Scale, a top sustainability podcast heard in over 100 countries, where he digs into the real lessons of building, funding, and leading climate ventures in Southeast Asia and beyond.
Trusted by leading brands, institutions, and publications — across industries, sectors, and borders.
The Voice of Leadership
“Zal masterfully combined his deep experience with practical tools, helping our founders build confidence in themselves and their solutions.”
Program Director, Start2
“Zal brought a wealth of expertise, guiding us through strategies that were both practical and immediately actionable. Our team left each coaching session with newfound confidence when approaching client interactions. His coaching translated into a noticeable improvement in our client relationships and pitch success.”
CEO and Founder of Grover Consulting
“Zal is direct, incisive, and highly effective at helping founders cut through noise and focus on what truly matters. Zal gets to the heart of every issue quickly. His coaching raised the bar for our cohort.”
Director, GROW Accelerator
See where you're clear. Spot where you're drifting.
To build your personalized map, we'll move through 15 simple statements grouped into 5 key areas. Use the 1-to-5 scale to give your most honest, immediate response.
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