I ended last week’s post with a question about the responsibility of parents to provide the resources necessary for their children’s success, particularly schooling. Having spent a significant amount of time volunteering in the public school systems of both Washington…
Many of my clients ask me whether I use standardized tests to help determine strengths, weaknesses, interests, and personality types. They have read that not only can those kinds of tests be useful in choosing a career, but that they…
I’ve discovered another outstanding career design book, this one entitled “Designing Your Life,” subtitled “How to build a well-lived joyful life,” by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans. Yes, the title sounds like so many other career guidance book titles, but…
Many of my clients think about choosing a career path in a bit of a vacuum, asking “what kind of work should I be doing?”. Let me suggest that, while there’s value in looking at career as a distinct category…
The quote above is the title of a career book I recommend to some of my clients. Written by Po Bronson, it contains 56 stories that he gathered through interviewing nine hundred people about their search for fulfillment, meaning, and…
I was interviewed last week by U.S. News and World Report on the subject “The Financial Implications of a Midlife Career Shift.” The answers I chose to give the reporter related less to the financial implications than it did to…
Many of my clients contact me out of fear: fear that they are pursuing the wrong career, fear that they will lose their job, fear that they are stuck in their job, or, on the personal front, fear of being…
If I had a dollar for every client who comes to me for career counseling or life coaching who starts the session by saying “I’m an…(ENFJ; INTP, etc.) I’d be able to take a nice trip to Florida and escape…
I always ask clients who want help with “selling” themselves – whether in print/electronically (e.g. a resume) or in person (an interview) – to pay close attention to what the potential employer is seeking. As obvious and logical a principle…
Jim helps you build a concise narrative capturing everything relevant: who you are, what drives you, and where you want to go.
Jim identifies paths with clarity including responsibilities, entry points, challenges, and genuine trade-offs.
Jim assesses each path against your strengths and constraints. A prioritized shortlist formed based on logic and AI feedback.
Jim ensures that your networking outreach, resume, LinkedIn profile, elevator speech, and interview performance are superior.
Working with Jim was a refreshing and positive experience. As a first-timer to working with a coach, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Jim was spot-on in identifying the primary goals and we achieved them within the four weeks he had predicted. His great demeanor made the process effective and easy. Jim is truly delighted in the progress his clients make. This became clear when seeing the broad smile and satisfaction on his face when he realized we achieved our stated goals and that I had the tools to take the next step in my professional and personal success. He’s a great resource to have.
I am so incredibly grateful for Jim’s guidance during a challenging career change. His insight, feedback, and support were essential to my success in landing a dream job. From helping me chart a new course and finding a new passion after burning out in a draining career, to coaching me through final interviews, he was with me every step of the way. I cannot recommend him enough!
As an executive search/headhunter I have been lucky enough to partner with Jim on a number of occasions. I have referred several local and remote (Skype, etc.) mid-level to executive-level candidates to him who have reported back to me with rave reviews. Jim has also consulted with me whenever my executive search expertise has been a helpful element to his full-service thoughtful career advice he provides his clients. 100% class act and worth the investment.
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