Jan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 4 mos

• I was hand-picked to write a step-by-step guide on what to do (and what NOT to do) in the workplace. The book, designed for early-career professionals, provides clear instructions and helpful scripts for navigating job search, developing one’s career, and managing unexpected workplace situations. I successfully balanced the demands of running a full-time business with an intense, four-month manuscript deadline.

Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 · 1 yr

Jan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 4 mos · Carpinteria, CA

• I create instructional content that helps adult learners develop in their careers and navigate job transitions with confidence. Working closely with LinkedIn’s instructional designers, producers, content strategists, directors, and editors, I develop courses that offer practical, results-oriented guidance—delivered in a relatable, authentic voice that empowers people to take their next step with confidence.

Jan 2010 – Present · 16 yrs 4 mos · Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

• I founded and lead a nationally recognized career coaching practice advising professionals and senior leaders navigating career transitions, leadership pivots, and complex job searches. Through one-on-one coaching, workshops, and practical career guidance, I help clients clarify direction, strengthen their positioning, and move forward with confidence.
• In all, I've supported more than 2,000 professionals across industries through career transitions, promotions, and complex job searches while building and sustaining a multiple-six-figure practice from the ground up. I've also expanded the reach of the practice through career development workshops, training programs, and widely used online courses focused on job search strategy and professional growth.

Jan 2006 – Jan 2020 · 14 yrs · Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

• I built and led a boutique recruiting firm focused on placing technical and executive talent, partnering closely with hiring managers and candidates to guide the hiring process from role definition through offer and onboarding.
• I grew the business from the ground up into a profitable, referral-driven practice by building strong, trust-based relationships with hiring leaders and candidates. In this role, I served as a trusted intermediary in critical-fill hiring decisions, negotiating offers and guiding both sides through complex decisions to successful outcomes.

Jan 2003 – Jan 2006 · 3 yrs · Detroit Metropolitan Area

• In spite of a successful (and growing) career in marketing communications, I realized I wasn't on an ideal career path. That's when a friend convinced me to drop everything to learn how to become a recruiter (YOLO, right?) The gamble, luckily, worked.
• I pivoted into an entirely new career, providing recruiting and account management services. I began my recruiting career focused on IT then had the opportunity to establish and grow a new business practice for TRG, one centered on the robotics industry.

Jan 2000 – Jan 2003 · 3 yrs · Detroit Metropolitan Area

• Following early career marketing communications experience in the robotics and industrial manufacturing sectors, I led external and internal communications programs for this global marketer of discount and promotional products. The company's flagship product is the Entertainment coupon book.
• While here, I unified the company's marketing communications program for the first time, taking the burden of creating marketing collateral and promotional materials from field offices and ensuring they teams had timely access to promotional materials that aligned with company goals. I also delivered major improvements in the company's PR placements, including coverage in The New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, Good Housekeeping and Consumer Reports.