No, shoe shifting isn’t about selecting a different pair of footwear. It’s about the immeasurably valuable skill of being able to observe a situation from another’s perspective, detached at least to some degree from one’s own rational and emotional constructs.…
Career-Oriented Benefits of Exercise Exercise has been a part of my life, pretty much consistently, since my mid-teens. I’m lucky, because that habit has provided me with emotional and physical health benefits that are truly precious. But what if you’ve…
Frequently clients who are exploring alternative career paths express the concern that because they have limited or no expertise in a field they’re contemplating that they won’t be able to land a job. Relatedly, I often hear worries from clients…

The Most Frustrating Job Search Issues Here are the four most frustrating job search issues I hear from clients and answers to address them. 1. “I’ve sent out dozens, if not hundreds of resumes… …and have only received acknowledgment from…
I’m lifting this title from an article (actually an ad) in yesterday’s Washington Post (by Leigh Goessl) that I want to share. It lists seven signs of why your job may no longer be a good fit for you, to…
Do you live in DC? Are you looking to switch careers but don’t know what you’d like to switch? That’s the case for a majority of people who need a Career Counselor,(Jim Weinstein, Career Coach) to help with searching…
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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