I had the pleasure of working with Meike as my career coach. Meike, was thoughtful, patient, understanding and the perfect cheerleader. She helped me learn and realize things about myself I wouldn't have otherwise known, and has given me confidence as I work on my career transition. The monthly Lunch and Learns offered with Meike and Shannon were also super valuable, which I can use not only in my professional life, but personal as well. They genuinely want me to succeed in whatever I do! read more

I worked with Meike as my strengths coach during a time when I felt stuck in a professional rut. My work life felt disjointed, and I struggled to connect with my team. Through her thoughtful and empowering coaching, Meike helped me lean into my strengths and rebuild my confidence. She has a remarkable way of seeing what makes each person unique--and drawing that out in a way that feels authentic and energizing. As I tried to navigate up-leveling my career at my current job, Meike's support helped me stay grounded, and ultimately, I earned a promotion. If you're looking to elevate your work, interviewing skills, and confidence, I can't recommend Shinebright Career Coaching enough. Working with Meike was truly a game-changer. read more

I had an amazing experience with Shinebright. From the very beginning, I felt truly seen and supported. Meike's coaching helped me gain clarity around my strengths and direction, and I walked away feeling more confident and grounded in my career path. Both Meike and Shannon are thoughtful, encouraging, and genuinely invested in your growth. This wasn't just about finding a job, it was about understanding myself better and moving forward with purpose. I highly recommend Shinebright to anyone who wants meaningful, personalized career support. read more

Shannon and Shinebright brought such an incredible focus, clarity, and excitement to my career transition. The process of working 1x1 with Shannon enabled me to define my strengths, values, and goals in such a safe, encouraging, and organized space. I was able to explore options, discuss openly, and work through all of the unknowns in such a supportive environment. Shannon is exceptional at what she does and I am so grateful to have this newfound energy around my career. read more

I found Shinebright through a friend of mine, who, funnily enough, hadn't even worked with them directly. She had heard amazing things about them from a friend of hers, and suggested them to me. I will be forever grateful that she did! From the moment I met Shannon, I felt instantly comfortable with her; more than that, I felt like she really cared about my growth. The experience of working with Shinebright is so wonderful: You start by taking a strengths assessment to uncover your 'top 5 strengths'; then you begin exploring those strengths in action. You spend a lot of time outside of your sessions doing 'self-reflection' to dig deeper into behavioral patterns that you have struggled with professionally, and deeper still to get a better understanding of how to break those habits. I found my weekly sessions with Shannon to be so beneficial. My partner referred to them as my 'crying sessions' because we would get really deep and deal with some of things that I was tender about or had shame surrounding. The result of my work with Shinebright is that I am now SO clear on the unique value I bring to the world and I understand exactly how important my strengths are and how they benefit me professionally. If you are at a crossroads professionally, and feeling unfulfilled, I would encourage you to work with them. You will not regret it! read more

I recently had the pleasure of working with Meike, a career transition consultant at ShineBright, to help me move from a classroom teacher in education into the private sector after almost 20 years. I knew that I needed professional guidance to make a successful transition. I really enjoyed my time in education and wanted to find another successful career- not just a new job. I did my research and interviewed seven career coaches before choosing ShineBright. One of the factors that influenced my decision was that ShineBright is a women-owned and operated consulting firm. As a woman in the job market, I know that representation and support from other women can make a difference, especially in negotiations and other areas where gender biases may be at play. One of the most significant benefits of working with Meike was the self-discovery journey that she led me on. Using the Clifton Strengths assessment, Meike helped me understand what was most important to me in finding a healthy and fulfilling career. She was incredibly knowledgeable and skillful in helping me identify my strengths, values, and passions, and translating those into concrete career goals. Meike is an exceptional consultant who provides invaluable guidance and advice on updating my resume, navigating the current job market, and making connections within my desired industry. She was patient, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire process, which can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. Meike's transparent and clear communication is what really made the process so beneficial compared to other career coaches that I interviewed and feedback I've heard about other coaches in my community of teachers transitioning into other careers. I purchased the 9 session package and was impressed with the value and insight that Meike provided in each session. She took the time to understand my goals and aspirations, and tailored her approach to fit my individual needs. She was incredibly flexible and communicative about meeting my needs, which made the process much easier and less stressful. I have no doubt that Meike will continue to provide exceptional support and guidance as I navigate this next phase of my career. I haven't negotiated a salary and benefits in decades, since education was all union representation for me and I absolutely will be returning to ShineBright for negotiation and salary guidance. It's definitely a worthwhile investment when we're talking about yearly compensation. Many times, Meike is able to incorporate that part into the original package of nine sessions- but I did spend quite a bit of time choosing a new industry compared to most people who might be making less dramatic career changes. Overall, I highly recommend ShineBright and Meike to anyone who is looking to make a career transition, feels stalled in their career, or looking to improve their career trajectory. They have the expertise and resources to help you succeed in today's competitive job market, and Meike is an outstanding consultant who truly cares about her clients' success. Thank you again to Meike and the entire team at ShineBright for your outstanding work and support! read more

I couldn't recommend Shinebright more if you are somebody who is very eager to make a change but needs some direction and encouragement to start that journey. Shannon was absolutely wonderful as a coach. She helped me uncover my strengths and values leading me to take steps to creating a career that I am inspired and more aligned to. I couldn't recommend Shinebright more! read more

I used Meike as my strengths coach at work because i was looking for someone get me out of the professional rut or funk I was in. My work life was always disjointed and I felt out of synch with my coworkers. Meike's coaching empowered me and instilled the confidence in me to lean into my strengths. Meike understands each person is so unique and brings their own skill set to the table - and she does a stellar job bringing that out. At the time my work was going through rounds of layoffs and with her, I was able to survive this stressful time as well as get a promotion at work. I 100% recommend Shinebright. It will take your work, interviewing, and confidence to another level. read more

I am beyond grateful to have had the chance to work with Shannon for career coaching. I hardly express how incredible my experience was working with her. And on a personal level it was incredibly inspiring to me to work with a woman who started her own business with a friend which is now thriving and evolving as it grows. I reached out after 6 years of working in the film industry since college and grappling with the fear that what I had hung my identity on might not actually be the career I wanted after all. She started by having me take the Strengths Finder assessment. It was incredibly empowering to hear her dive into my results in such a personalized and in-depth way. I had taken the assessment before but hadn't really realized how much the combination of your strengths all impact each other and Shannon's explanations were so helpful in changing my views about them. I love the "basement" and "balcony" delineation too, which talks about the difference between times when you're utilizing your strengths in a healthy and balanced way, or remaining fixated and stuck in certain aspects of them which can become detrimental. I realized I was spending a ton of time in the "basement" with my Input and Learner strengths, which was a huge revelation and made so much sense in retrospect. Shannon helped me realize how much my beliefs about what I "should" want as a career and what I "should" do were holding me back from connecting with what I truly wanted and craved deep down. She took me from overanalyzing and a fear-based mindset to taking concrete steps forward. She also really helped improve my confidence by continuing to point out different aspects of my strengths which I was quick to discount because they aren't always measurable in super concrete or typical ways. I also never would have had the courage to reach out to the people I have for informational chats without her support. It was a huge confidence boost to learn that people actually did respond! The holistic approach that Shinebright takes is invaluable. I felt so seen by Shannon in a way I hadn't experienced before, even from past therapists! I loved the assignments each week to help me stay on track and the accountability of working on a shared google doc was also great. It was amazing to be able to go back and watch our sessions too because she dropped so much knowledge that sometimes I missed it the first time around. Shannon is so insightful and supportive and patient! It took me a while to find my direction since I was juggling the goal of needing to get out of my current job in the larger context of shifting my career. I've made some incredible progress and am happy to say next week is my last week at my job! I have had a few promising interviews and saved up some money so I feel 100)X more confident taking this step than I ever would have before working with Shannon. I cannot recommend Shannon and Shinebright enough. Working with her is an incredible investment that has continued to empower me and pay off even months after our sessions concluded. read more

Shannon genuinely changed my life and helped me to find my voice and my strength. In a time where I felt unsure and frustrated, she helped to guide me to where I wanted to be. I felt so at home with her and fully heard. Highly recommend Shinebright - I wish that every person could have the guidance she provided me with. My brain feels so much less cluttered :) read more

Working with Shannon was one of the best career decisions I've ever made. Shinebright's process uncovered my talents and strengths, which helped boost my confidence during a difficult time. Shannon is wonderfully supportive and a super coach. I would 100% recommend working with Shinebright. If you're on the fence, just do it! read more

I went through a significant life transition over the last few years. Although I had grown and expanded a lot, I felt very disoriented, and I wasn't sure how to integrate those changes into what I was supposed to do with my professional life. Amid my identity crisis, enters Shannon. With her warmth, support, and encouragement plus a deep understanding of people's strengths, she mirrored back to me my true self. Through our meetings, I learned about how I was holding myself back from fully putting my natural strengths to work. Not only I attained more clarity about my strengths, but I also learned how to leverage them to live more fully from a place that feels good and authentic. I felt seen and empowered. My experience with her was priceless. If you are feeling stuck or going through a significant transition in your professional life, I highly recommend Shannon and ShineBright! read more

I found Shinebright reading a lot of the reviews and my experience echos many of the great experiences others have had here. I had an unexpected change to my career this year and was forced to make a change. The problem was that I was stuck--everything I was doing wasn't working and I began feeling more lost, stuck, confused, and discouraged. I've always been good at finding my way out of challenges like this, but this time everything I was doing wasn't working. I decided it was time to invest in myself with a coach and I'm extremely grateful I found Shinebright. My first call with Meike set the tone for what would be a remarkable journey to uncover my strengths, reignite my passion, and propel me forward. I found the coaching to be very supportive but also helped me get the results I was looking for. I was able to revive my intuitive strengths and follow a journey of discovery that helped me choose a path I really love. I always leave my visits inspired and excited to take action on the things we discuss. My only regret is that I had not found Shinebright sooner! However, I believe everything happens at the right time and I'm very grateful for what I've been able to accomplish working with Meike. Being a fairly new resident to LA, it was hard to find the right coach, but I'm extremely satisfied with my experience at Shinebright! read more

Working with Shannon has been an incredibly rewarding and enlightening experience. Starting with the strengths assessment, the entire process she took me through helped me reflect on the kind of work I want to do as a software developer, and the kind of environment that will benefit me and benefit from me. This work really helped my confidence and my own self-awareness, in the best way. I had 3 sessions with her, and Shannon was incredible easy to coordinate and scheduled with. All the work she had me do felt relevant and helpful, and while not trivial by any means, easy to find time for. I'd whole-heartedly recommend Shinebright to anyone looking for wholistic career help. read more

Ok so this review is 2 years too late but omg I highly recommend getting a life/career coach in general! Shannon was absolutely amazing! I honestly didn't now what I was getting myself into when I signed up 2 years ago. And it was definitely work diving deep into myself and identifying my strengths and how they excelled in certain situations. I just got a new job after putting in the work the last 2 years and I have to say all my notes from my sessions is what made me kill my interviews. Knowing what my strengths are and being able to verbalize them and how they would promote a group or company is something that eas hard for me to identify and Shannon was soo amazing and helping me do that. Anyways, highly recommend them! Invest in yourself, you won't regret it! read more

I have had the distinct pleasure of having Meike as a personal development/accountability coach for the past few months. She works on the cutting edge of personal development with unparalleled insights that allows her advice to make perfect sense. Meike is a trustworthy individual, a great listener, a confidant and someone I will go back to if the need arrises. I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for a personal/life coach or is going through a life change of some sort and needs a fresh perspective. I will always hold her in the highest esteem. read more

Silvana was absolutely incredible helping me get my resume together. We did many drafts and I gave notes and she was patient along the way. The format is very unique but also extremely professional and she helped me verbalize things I didn't even know I wanted to say. My resume is absolutely incredible and it is all because of Silvana and shinebright. read more

Working with Shinebright brought a much deeper understanding and clarity than I could've imagined or even asked for. I had high expectations and was not disappointed. I went into this eyes wide open and was eager to learn as much about myself as possible. I thought I had a pretty good understanding of myself, and was delightfully surprised to see that there was much more to learn. It was fascinating to dig in, to identify, to relate, then to learn how to apply these strengths. Shinebright also helped me look back on what I have been doing up until this point, to see what was working and what wasn't. I am incredibly excited to utilize these new tools when searching for my next endeavor, not only in my job search but also when updating my resume and interviewing. Being able to translate these skills into different job opportunities that I may have not explored otherwise, is awesome. I am grateful for this experience and so thankful that Shinebright was able to walk me through this and help lead me on MY path... read more

Silvana was amazing and very helpful. She considered all my request and ask and delivered an amazing product. Must recommend this service. I was mind blown by her professional expertise read more

When I first met with Shannon for a consultation I was not quite able to articulate my needs. I was at a crossroads with an opportunity to start consulting but felt overwhelmed, self conscious, and paralyzed. She took my word salad and reflected my words back to me in powerful concise statements that blew me away. Shannon led me through the process of understanding my strengths and needs. She helped me create a comprehensive map for myself that would allow me to bring my best self and strengths to my clients. She held space for me as I worked to uncover my self defeating practices and kindly led me to move beyond them. Working with Shannon has been worthwhile and deeply rewarding to say the least. I feel empowered to move forward with my eyes fully open to what I want and need. After years of standing on this precipice, I have a vision and personal support plan in place. I am grateful to have worked with Shannon and would recommend her whole-heartedly to those that resonate with this post. read more

I was in the process of exploring career options, when a friend suggested I consider Shinebright. Taking the Strengths Test and having Shannon as a guide, allowed me to explore and better understand my strengths. This in turn gave me greater confidence and validation that I was on the right track -- by putting my strengths into clarity, I was able to see that my new career choice was a good one in that it utilized my strengths in the best way possible. Shannon also introduced the idea that our strengths can sometimes be over or under utilized, and that having the awareness of when to adjust up or down depending on situations is an incredible tool. Having this insight helped me better understand myself and think of how I could use my strengths to better my career and relationships. With Shinebright's adaptive capabilities to varying life stages, I highly recommend their services to everyone regardless of where they are in life! read more

Before my first session with Meike at Shinebright, I wasn't quite sure what career coaching was. I soon found just what I was missing. So much of our adult life (and identity) is consumed by work, and within the first ten minutes of our first session, I was kicking myself for not learning about Shinebright earlier. After spending my entire career in a single industry, I found my interests and expectations had changed drastically from when I first started -- and I wasn't satisfied with staying on the same track. That's where Meike's strengths-based coaching came in. The system she uses allowed me to understand how I got to where I was. It taught me what my strengths truly are, and what happens when those strengths aren't being put to use. The first few sessions left my mind spinning. I immediately started to understand the underlying factors behind my greatest professional successes -- and my most frustrating failures. Most importantly, Meike's coaching provided the insight, awareness and focus I needed to chart a professional future that was aligned with my strengths and current interests. If you're feeling dissatisfied with your current job and aren't exactly sure what to do about it, I highly recommend Meike and Shinebright. read more

If you're looking for a sign to start a new life- HERE IT IS. Where do I start.... I just had my final session with Meike and I'm so sad that it's over but overwhelmed with gratitude for her help. After the lockdowns and pandemic my life and career were absolutely devastated. Working in hospitality for all of my adult life and career, I found myself lost and in desperate need of change and the confidence to find myself and a whole new career- literally the scariest position to be in for someone like me. Asking for help has never been my strong suit but I knew I needed it. After "interviewing" 5 other potential coaches I felt like I would never find the right fit. Then I met Meike. She has this amazing ability to make you feel safe, understood, appreciated and positive. She reminded me of all the things I do well- my strengths- which had evaporated into negative vapor over the course of a very difficult year. I am forever grateful. Finding a coach that you mesh with, spending the money and committing to the process isn't easy- so make sure you're ready to work hard, look inside yourself for strength, trust Meike...and trust yourself that you made the right decision for your future. I start my new position in my new career tomorrow at 8am, exactly 10 weeks since my first conversation with Meike. And I'm ready!!! Thank you Meike and ShineBright!! Ready to make this world my B@%&h again!! read more

I've been in my current job for a number of years; was definitely in a rut and needed to understand what next steps could be, and if I had the skills to survive a new job search. Working with Meike has been a wonderful and enlightening experience. She has helped me discover and understand my strengths, how I got here, what I bring to the job and what happens when those strengths aren't put to good use. While I'm still in the midst of determining if a new job search is in my future (given all the external circumstances), I feel like I am armed with a better self-awareness so that I can adjust and be more energized in my current work life while I determine my next steps. Thank you Meike for the positivity and inspiration! read more

I had such an incredible experience working with Meike, I wish there was something beyond 5 stars I could give. In general, I have a hard time asking for help (I'm an independent go-getter and a little stubborn), but moving to a new city while also transitioning jobs left me feeling overwhelmed and unsure. Thankfully, a friend introduced me to Meike and we began working together to identify my core strengths. At first, a couple of the strengths surprised me, but it rapidly became apparent how they all worked together. We delved into how my strengths can be used both positively and negatively, which was a turning point for me personally. This realization helped me become more aware of my internal thought process and how I approach problems in my life. We also talked about adjusting the 'volume levels' of my strengths which has already impacted my day-to-day life. While I'm still figuring out what my life looks like in my new city, I feel less alone and better prepared to move forward. Thanks Meike, I couldn't have reached this point without your insights, warmth, and encouragement! read more

I had the pleasure of working with Meike and cannot recommend her highly enough. The poignant questions Meike asks and the generous way in which she truly listens to her clients, was really profound in helping me improve my confidence and ability to assert myself in a wonderfully positive way. That said, the process of getting to know your own strengths and desires is not one that necessarily comes easy. It was confusing at times and even frustrating to really examine oneself, but in the end I learned it was all in the name of growth. I am currently pursuing my dream career and when I look back on our sessions, it was Meike who helped me understand what that was for me. read more

A game changer...and quite frankly a life saver. I was really struggling with what I was "supposed" to be doing at this stage in my life. I have reinvented myself several times in my adulthood, but as a mom I felt that none of those prior hats really fit me. I had been doing a side business for the past couple years which I loved but didn't think it was an authentic career and that I needed to shift my focus. After just a few meetings with Meike, I was able to explore, and discard other ideas that seemed more responsible, but didn't ignite my passion any longer. I was able to focus on my priorities, identify the foundation of my personality and finally put into words not only what strengths drive me but also what holds me back. She helped me identify how to get out of my own way and quiet that voice in my head that stops me from reaching my fullest and most authentic self. Ironically, I found out that this side business that I thought I had to apologize for, is actually where I want to be and what fires me up each day. I now have the tools and plan to reach for my dreams and the steps I need to take to get there. The paradigm shift of realizing that I'm right where I want to be, pursuing my passions, and how it is simply a matter of jumping in with both feet has been invaluable. I have not doubt that if I hadn't met with Meike, I'd still be spinning my wheels and second guessing myself. If you are feeling like you can't find clarity, and need someone to take your hand and lead you through the maze that is yourself, I cannot recommend Shinebright more! read more

The past 14 months have been a journey to better myself in all facets. My goals have been to improve my physical health, spirituality, mentality, emotional health, everything. I am so fortunate and happy to have had Shannon help me with such a crucial part in my development which was of little focus before. Recognizing and understanding my strengths. I had become so adept at identifying my weaknesses and trying to remedy them that I had forgotten about what I am already good at. I was under utilizing these gifts that I possess. I had been under-handing my potential. Shannon helped me understand how I operate best in any and all environments. She taught me how to balance my strengths and recommended many beneficial exercises and readings per my request that I incorporate into my life everyday. Shannon has been a blessing. She has helped me above all to realize my purpose and has given me the tools to apply my purpose to a career. She has been a godsend. Without her I'd likely be spinning my wheels in an aimless search for existential purpose because I couldn't recognize how to blend the gifts I possessed with my interests. If you're uncertain of what the hell you're doing with your life, but have the desire to get off your ass and find out then I highly recommend Shinebright's services. Being honest and diligent in the work with Shannon's guidance has given me clarity and insane confidence in this journey. So happy I took the opportunity to improve my life. Thank you Shannon! read more

Shannon and Meike make a valuable contribution through their work at Shinebright. With passion, professionalism, and expertise, Shannon and Meike will help you uncover your strengths and learn how to maximize them in your life. You will come away with tangible tools to help you make more informed decisions on your professional and personal paths. Shinebright's strengths-based approach can also be a good complement to psychotherapy, helping one to better define and understand the unique value they bring to the table. I would recommend Shinebright to anyone considering a career transition or wanting to better understand their strengths. read more

Working with Meike at Shinebright has been mind-blowingly amazing. When I think about where/who I was when we started working together six months ago...I was not 100% sure I was in the right career; I was not super confident about decisions I was making; I was undercharging clients; I was beating myself up whenever I was doing anything during the weekdays besides work. Nothing major or anything, but I was definitely not "owning my awesome," as my brother would say. My brother had worked with Shinebright at Stanford, and he gifted me a couple sessions with Meike. She not only gave me information about--and helped me understand--my Gallup strengths, but she also gave me the tools so that I could really capitalize on them (and kill my impostor complex once and for all). She is funny and super smart and warm and pushed me without being pushy. Thanks to her, I discovered that things I thought made me less-than, were actually strengths; that those strengths were perfectly aligned with my job; and that, as an expert in my field, I should be charging accordingly and unapologetically (which I now do). And that actually, I do need to take time during the day to step away from the computer. Meike is now helping me to use my strengths and giving me more tools to really be the best, strongest, most confident me--at work, in my community and (next step) in love. read more