career coaching
The work we do each day has an incredible impact on how we experience the world, understand ourselves, and relate to others. We make decisions about where we live, whether or not and how we will build families, the way we spend our free time, and so much more based on our work.
So many of us want to do work that is meaningful - and to feel like the work we do matters. Finding an industry, organization, and role that match your skills/passions is a big part of that equation. That, alone, can feel hard enough to nail down. Determining your purpose and what brings you joy, on top of that, can feel elusive. Some of us wonder if we will ever get that experience in this life time.
The good news is there are ways that we can demystify the process together and build confidence along the way. Deepening your understanding of your hopes and unmet needs; reacquainting yourself with the creative and curious parts of you that you've probably quieted over the years; and articulating your values will help demystify the process. These are essential components of building a career that will sustain and help you leave a mark.
Sound Familiar?
01
Feeling Misunderstood / Undervalued
Struggling in your current job - feeling undervalued and misunderstood. Feeling defensive and judged day-in, and day-out.
03
Craving Significant Change
Considering a major career change and have no idea where to start. Interested in another industry but don't know what education and certifications are actually needed to succeed.
02
Worried About Major Change
Love your work but worry about changes happening and what that means for you. If AI, mergers and acquisitions, ageism, or a new role are relevant - this is you.
04
Struggling with Burn Out
If you feel exhausted and irritable; have noticed the "fire in your belly" has been extinguished from the last few years' challenges; or dread getting out of bed in the morning for work - it's time to address this. You deserve relief and joy in your work day.
coaching services
career path
Evaluate your current role and develop a path to your next step (or 2... or 3). Create a case for promotion and/or salary increase, and get support in searching for new jobs internally or externally.
starting a business
Hold yourself accountable for the steps necessary in establishing a solo operation, and have a safe space to process the challenges and overwhelming amount of opportunities.
career change
Determine the right career or industry for you based on your passions, skills, and values. Create a plan for earning necessary credentials, developing a new network, and transitioning.
performance
Evaluate your current performance and progress within the context of your current role. Learn and practice new skills that will make it clear to your leadership that you hear their feedback and know what it takes to earn that bonus.
leadership
Assess your leadership style and skill. Learn and practice new skills that will increase your impact in your organization, for your team, and within your industry. Craft your team's remit to support new company mission and goals.
marketing strategy
Hone your marketing and digital strategy skills with support from a subject matter expert coach. We will work on your insight development, consumer-centric planning skills, and ability to inspire great work. Whether you need help writing better briefs, or could use some polish on your strategic roadmaps - I can help.
Hear from Career Clients
Why Coaching?
Coaching is a powerful tool as you navigate life's greatest opportunities and challenges. Although it may feel uncomfortable to invite an outsider into your process, the right person can provide invaluable perspective to expand your awareness. Hear Atul Gawande describe his experience getting coaching, and considering the power of coaching for others in healthcare.
Below are some ideas of work we can do together - but the sky is the limit. Reach out if you want to chat about an opportunity that is not specifically listed in the coaching services below.
the coaching process
private or company hire - virtually anywhere
I work with individuals directly or via a company contract. Sessions can be in-person in Dallas, TX, or via virtual meetings.
If you have ideas of something you'd like to work on that isn't specifically captured above, please reach out and I will give you an honest assessment of who the right coach might be.
PRICING
$125-$250 / hour
Variable depending on goals and context
Estimate provided prior to initial session
meeting options
virtual
Video conferencing is a convenient, accessible option for coaching. We use Google Meet for coaching appointments.
office
Spark + Pivot is located in Dallas, Texas. For individual and team coaching, travel to location is possible.
call
Need a break from video and face-to-face meetings? Phone sessions are available for existing coaching clients.