Ten years since I wrote my last review and 11 years since I first saw Amanda as a client. In those…read more11+ years I have gone back to school to get my degree, changed careers, gotten laid off twice (once during 2020), found work again in less than two months, and always found something higher-paying and with a better commute every time, as if the layoffs were a hidden gift. I have also nearly tripled my salary since I first saw Amanda and am much more satisfied with my line of work. I am also grateful to have found a new job in my field with a company that is hiring since I'm in a field in which the layoffs are higher right now. If I had never been a client of hers, I expect that I would be still be in a job that I didn't care about, making about half of what I make now, and working it only for the paycheck. Seeing Amanda was hands-down the best career decision that I ever made. My sanity, self-confidence, and bank account thank her. You will too, after a few sessions.

I recently moved to a new city without any connections, and took a job outside of my field. Amanda…read moreworked with me to develop a strong resume and cover letter, and to make connections in my field. Thanks to Amanda, I am starting an exciting new job this December. I highly recommend Pathways Career Consulting!

Emily and Adrian are fantastic! Emily's 1:1 coaching and direct feedback made me feel so prepared…read morefor my job search, and I landed the job I wanted thanks to her. Adrian's 1:1 coaching helped me navigate the next step in my career after taking a break, and he helped me approach my next move with real intention and clarity. Highly recommend working with both of them!

Happy Sunday... Reflecting on this post, I found myself looking back to the beginning of my journey…read morein discovering my work, calling, and purpose. In 2020, when I left social work behind, l didn't immediately search for the next job. Instead, I sought resources to help me find myself and uncover my true purpose in life. That's when my good friends, Nat & Dan, recommended A Path That Fits-a career und life coaching program that truly made a difference in my journey. From that moment, l knew I was heading in the right direction. I am not here because I needed a JOB... I am here because @connectmortgagegroup and I - ARE MEANT TO BE HERE!!! This passion has started since 2004 when I started as a part time College Student and part time Loan Processor. If you're feeling lost, stagnant, or even complacent, turn to prayer-and if you're looking for additional guidance, I highly recommend A Path That Fits to help you discover your true purpose and calling, one that brings you 1000% happiness! I'm so grateful I found Adrian Klaphaak - Purpose Coach before getting married and having kids-it gave me the chance to truly find ME - MYSELF.

After working part-time in the non-profit world and taking some time to prioritize my family and…read morevolunteering in the community, I was ready to transition back into a full-time career and wanted guidance to navigate the process. My first meeting with Coach Colleen Campbell felt like meeting with a long time friend, she is warm and encouraging. At first I thought I only required resume review assistance and interview coaching, but over the approx. 8 months that I met with Coach Colleen Campbell, she provided much more. We collaborated together to articulate my work-related values, strengths and overall career criteria. As we identified potential industries and roles that would be a fit, she provided valuable targeting and interviewing strategies to help stand out. I am now in a rewarding analytics role and feel confident in my new professional identity. Thank you Coach Campbell!

I saw Mara for about a year. Through our initial sessions, I got to understand myself and my…read morestrengths better. This has greatly empowered me! I remember starting and feeling so confused and uncertain. And now I feel more certain than ever about what I am supposed to be doing. Even when the picture isn't always clear, I trust myself and my strengths to end up where I'm meant to be.

To me, writing my own résumé was like cutting my own hair. You might think 'who knows your head…read morebetter than you?' but personally I find it comes out better if someone else with experience does it. Working with Madelyn and Nikki I encountered first-class people, top-drawer service, and a great outcome. My résumé got such a great makeover, I hardly recognized that it was me that it represented, it seemed like someone much more impressive. I was amazed that while the content was basically the same, the layout, and language was so much more eye-catching and compelling. Since I started using the revamped version, I've actually been getting more contacts, phone screens, and interviews. Coincidence? TBH I don't know but I'm glad I took the step to get help from Madelyn and Nikki. As others have said, there are lots of people offering to re-do your résumé and it's hard to know who to trust. I'm glad I went with these guys, however. They really get it, their creativity, professionalism, and enthusiasm are hard to top.

Working with Madelyn is a wonderful experience. I've used her services for resume rewrites, cover…read moreletters, and interview tips. She provides me thoughtful feedback and strategies I can use to figure out my next career step. Most recently, she set me up with her Lead Resume Activator & Writer Nikki Townsend to update my resume. I truly appreciate all of the great work Nikki did to level up my leadership skills on my resume and walk me through how I can make updates when applying and revamp my LinkedIn profile.

Amy helped me turn my life around!…read more I was originally very apprehensive about the idea to seek help in a life coach, but this year I realized that at the age of 30, if I'm not happy with where I'm at, then I must be doing it wrong. I knew that I shouldn't feel like I should spend most of my days without passion, happiness, and energy on a daily basis. I felt like a was going in the wrong direction with my career, and really had no plan of how I could get out of the rut I was in. My first session with Amy was so valuable, that if I never had another, I believe that it would have still changed my life. Amy didn't tell me what to do, but instead helped me identify what I really wanted to do with my life, what was stopping me, and what to focus on to be happier. She helped me focus my disorganized thoughts and ideas into a cohesive and actionable plan that I could take step by step. Nine months later I've never been in a better place in both my professional and personal life, and the best thing about it is that I know that I had it in me to do it with her help.

During my first session with Brandy, I immediately felt home. I don't know what it is, but her…read morecoaching style is one that's rooted in peace, freedom, and sincerity. I felt like I can tell her anything, and it's almost as if I were talking to a life-long friend. Her coaching doesn't stop at the end of the hour either. After each session, Brandy's always there to help or serve when I text or email her with something I'm having trouble with. Initially, I went in for her to uncover my blind spots, and even though she didn't say, "Josh, X, Y, Z are your blind spots," after each session, I'm always amazed at what I haven't been able to see myself. That being said, she's definitely given me what I was looking for, but more importantly, she's transformed my emotional, mental, and spiritual life. One thing to remember, though, is coaching is really a two-way street. At the end of the day, YOU have to put in the work and effort to further your own growth. If you don't care about your own growth, it doesn't matter how great your coach is... you will never grow. Brandy's job is to be the guiding light for your life, but it's you who still have to walk the path at the end of the day. That being said, Brandy will do whatever it takes to serve you, and it's something I always take comfort in whenever I go in to see her.

West Oakland Job Resource Center TDL Pre-Apprenticeship Program…read more I am so grateful for this opportunity, there is so much to be said about this pre- apprenticeship program. I am a person who has been out of work due to a disability for the past 15years. After a lot of therapy (mental, physical and emotional) I took back my power and began my search for something that could help me become whole again financially and educationally. My journey took me to Mandela Construction Apprenticeship, the course wasn't available at the time. I sat asked questions, then I was introduced to gentleman who made a call that led me to the TDL Apprenticeship, which is an industry that I am familiar and passionate about. This guy Mr. Douglas Butler actually met me down at West Oakland Job Resource Center when I began my journey by first filling out an application and doing an orientation with Ms. Regina this was on June 27th 2023. The orientation was group centered with about 10 people. At that time we were introduced to this Powerhouse of a woman Joyce Guy- founding director, who gave a honest and straightforward presentation and conversation about the reality of having a career, building a career and sustaining it. Which I was in awe with. Rarely do people take the time to speak honestly about mentally and emotionally seeing your shit so you can keep a job. Doing your work on all levels so that you can be successful and then put you with a team of professionals to cover all bases so you don't have an excuse to not have a quality high paying career with full benefits. We were assigned to careers coaches to flush out what we wanted to do and a beginning plan on getting there. I walked out of orientation and immediately told 20 more people and posted them on my Facebook page. I was called in soon after to join the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics Pre-Apprenticeship Program where I was was blown away with extensive support, training and opportunities. In one months time ... West Oakland Job Resource Center/WOJRC & International Brotherhood of Teamsters (September 2023) Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Training -TDL (Worker's Rights Training), (CPR/First Aid Certificate), (OSHA-10 Certificate), (Forklift Training & Certificate), Commercial Driver's License Permit Training & Certification- Endorsements- Tanker (N), Doubles & Triples (T), Hazardous Materials (H) and Airbrakes- 2023 www.c1training.com/online (Hazmat Theory Requirement & ELDT Mandate Training & Certification)- September 2023 Clean DMV Record-2023, Clean TSA Background Security Screening and check-2023, Complete Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Exam-2023, TWIC Card with Hazardous Materials Endorsement-2023 Now that I am two months out I am starting my behind the wheel training with Teamsters and meeting with my financial coach Wanda Kidd, regular check ins with my career coaches Denise, Atreese with anything I need a resume, outfit for interview, or even a listening ear. The team is much more extensive there are names I can't remember right now but every person is there for your success. I won't give everything away but I can tell you this I haven't had to come out of pocket to make these things happen. A way has been made and I am taking the opportunity taking my power back and living my success story. Thank you for being part of my journey. Karla....

From beginning to end it was a pleasure working with Lucas. He really takes the time to understand…read moreyou as a person and asks great questions to put together the perfect plan for you. I had a career journey that was a bit different and Lucas gave me the confidence to put my best self out there. Lucas is a genius when it comes to resumes, LinkedIn updates, interview prep, and cover letters. The interview process was where I was the most nervous but with all the tips and tricks Lucas provided I was extremely confident during each interview as the prepping really paid off. While going through interviews Lucas was extremely supportive and flexible with his schedule to ensure I was ready for every round. I received an offer and I could honestly say I could have not done it without Lucas's support and guidance. Thank you Lucas!

Even though I am a professional who was fortunate to enjoy much career success, I have always…read morequestioned in the back of my mind if I was in the right industry. I toyed with the idea of making a drastic career change but was paralyzed with indecision for a while. I figured I should probably find a professional career coach to help me get some clarity, and that is when I met Lucas. Lucas took the time to really try and understand my career situation, so that we could formulate a plan that was unique to me. We started with career aptitude tests which helped me learn more about myself. We defined and prioritized my career goals, and explored the many paths I could take to reach them. Also, Lucas is a resume magician, transforming my plain, wordy resume into a much more impressive, concise one. He also helped me with my LinkedIn profile which I appreciate since I am a total LinkedIn newbie. He basically did almost everything he could to set me up for success. I highly recommend Lucas whether you are starting out in your career or changing your current career path. He can provide the support, insight, and accountability to help you achieve your goals.

I came to Louise in the midst of a frustrating job search because I wanted to make a pivot within…read moremy industry in the near term. However, I was also thinking of changing careers in the long term to something completely different. I had a lot of confusion about how to move forward with both of these career goals, and Louise immediately understood my situation and provided relevant insights right away. From the very first session, she helped me find clarity and determine what is most important to me. Working with Louise felt like talking to a warm and wise friend. I felt seen and like she truly had my best interests at heart. My sessions with Louise left me feeling hopeful and more at ease. She helped me say no to things that didn't feel like the right fit, so I could ultimately say yes to something that does. I highly recommend working with Louise if you're having any career uncertainty. She is a wonderful person to have on your side and she will be your biggest cheerleader!

Louise is EXPERIENCED, warm, grounded, straight shooter, really cares, reads clients well…read more Compassionate, kind, and not a push over. She wants the best work situation for me (whatever that might look like). She's an incredible positive energy in my job search. Fee: Very well priced. Hourly, not package deals like some career counselors. I'd prefer to go under/over the limit as needed. More hours for areas you need help and less where one is well skilled. Passion/What you love: She is always looking for one's passion/s and figuring out work inspired by it. Homework: She often gives homework assignments at the end of the session. Have a paper and pen ready to quickly write what she says; she doesn't send graphic organizers with directions. Ask if you don't catch a detail. The homework is for you so ask if questions come up. Resumes/Cover Letters Louise gave excellent guidance for my resume and cover letter and sent me off to write. She could've pushed for more hours to write my resume/cover letter with me, but she didn't. It's on me to ask for more active writing time together. I get in my own way with these documents and realize I need to book more time for accountability.

I cannot say enough good things about Gretchen. I started working with her when I moved from…read moreCalifornia to a new state where I had no professional network. First, Gretchen helped me define what I was looking for in a new job and research organizations aligned with my goals. Next, she took the pain out of writing a resume and cover letter by helping me highlight and take credit for the important stuff and rolling accomplishments up into big measurable wins. Finally, she's an ace at interview prep. She can quickly assess what themes to focus on and which to leave out and how to answer those annoying 'tell me about yourself' questions. An hour spent with Gretchen will save you 5 hours of muddling through, iterating, and second-guessing yourself - a spectacular return on investment for a busy mom like me. I just nailed my first C-suite level interview and am on to the final round. Thanks Gretchen!

Gretchen Hellman is one heck of a coach. If you're looking for someone who will give it to you…read morestraight, and not waste your precious time - Gretchen is the way to go. I highly recommend her for the initial stages of career transition and new job hunt. I was looking to transition out of nonprofit + education into the tech industry and she single-handedly transformed my resume to be more appealing to tech companies. Before meeting with her, I was only getting those automatic - robotic responses from companies indicating that they were not interested in moving forward with me. Once I began using the resume that Gretchen supported me with, I was getting ~50% response rate and landed A LOT of interviews! After 2.5 months of getting her 1:1 support, I got offered a position at a tech startup in Palo Alto within my desired salary band (60% increase of past salary). Strengths: - resume support - tech industry knowledge - confidence builder - organization (google drive with all of our notes and next steps) - networking - LinkedIn optimization Areas of Growth - response rate + email communication - interview prep (using time to go through the story arc and providing real time + realistic feedback - her feedback overwhelmed me more so helped me) I truly appreciate Gretchen. She is an amazing human + coach.