Case Studies
LYDIA'S STORY - FROM STUCK TO STRATEGIC
Search Launch: When You Haven't Job Hunted in Years
SVP of Operations who needed to regain control of her career journey
Like many successful executives, Lydia had always been recruited for her next role. But when she noticed opportunities weren't coming her way like before, she knew she needed a proactive strategy. She was no longer hearing about opportunities like she had in the past and wanted to prepare for a move in the next 6-12 months. She needed a plan to attract jobs and generate interviews when she was ready to launch her search.
"With this economy, I want to be prepared and not blindsided if a layoff is around the corner," Lydia shared. "You have provided key advice that I am using daily... Thanks for pointing me in the right direction. I've worked with coaches before who tell you to just go on LinkedIn, but you actually have a strategy with daily and monthly action plans - super helpful."
Together, we focused on:
Market positioning strategy
Career material optimization
Job search action plan
Strategic networking approach
Interview preparation foundation
Result: When Lydia activated her job search 5 months later, she generated interviews at target companies within weeks. She landed a senior leadership role just 7 weeks after starting her active search.
Landed a senior leadership role in 7 weeks.
ALLEN'S STORY - FROM OVERLOOKED TO IN-DEMAND
Search Transformation: Breaking Through Barriers
SVP of Operations who wasn't landing interviews despite deep expertise
Allen was frustrated. He was applying to jobs he knew he was qualified for but getting no responses. He suspected age bias might be working against him and wasn't sure how to leverage his network effectively.
We transformed his approach through:
Developing a targeted strategy instead of mass applications
Creating modern branding that positioned his experience as an asset
Reactivating his network and accelerating growth that generated real opportunities
Crafting a compelling narrative that showcased his value
"I actually had 4 jobs I was pursuing and did get interviews at all of them, something I've never done before," Allen shared. "The networking part has become less daunting..."
Result: Allen landed his desired role with a higher compensation package than expected, feeling confident that his experience was now viewed as an asset rather than a liability.
"I actually had 4 jobs I was pursuing and did get interviews at all of them, something I've never done before..."
ELLEN'S STORY - FROM DIRECTOR TO SENIOR LEADERSHIP
Executive Elevation: Stepping Up to the Next Level
Retail Operations & Supply Chain Leader ready for senior director opportunities
Ellen was ready for promotion but her search materials weren't positioning her for higher-level roles. She was getting calls - but for positions below her capability, which affected her confidence.
Our partnership focused on:
Repositioning her experience for senior leadership roles
Developing an executive presence that commanded attention
Creating a repeatable interview generation plan
Building confidence in negotiating higher-level opportunities
"I got my first offer last night! I reached out to my top choices to give them notice so that we can speed up their process. I now have 8 interviews scheduled for next week...Thank you so much for teaching me your method. It simply works."
Result: Ellen had her choice of opportunities and accepted a higher-paying role with an elevated title, feeling fully in control of her career journey.
Had her choice of opportunities
LORNA'S STORY - FROM UNDEREMPLOYED TO DREAM JOB
Interview Performance: Turning Conversations into Offers
Senior Sales Executive who needed to sharpen her interview edge
Lorna came to me initially thinking she just needed updated career materials and a plan to combat ageism. What she discovered was the power of a refined value proposition and strategic interview preparation.
Our work together included:
Developing a unique career story that resonated with hiring managers
Crafting compelling responses to challenging interview questions
Building confidence through targeted preparation and feedback
Creating a framework for evaluating opportunities
"One of the best decisions I made this year was to invest in myself," Lorna reflected. "I was stuck and needed a clear, concise, proven way forward. It was Jen's skill at helping me refine my value proposition and articulate that in high-stakes interviews that led me to multiple offers and ultimately a position that I am truly excited about!"
Result: Lorna received multiple job offers and accepted her dream position with a leading tech company.
"...multiple offers and ultimately a position that I am truly excited about!"
What Sets These Transformations Apart
Each client faced distinct challenges but achieved measurable results
Transformations occurred within predictable timeframes
Clients gained not just jobs, but their choice of opportunities
Success came through proven, repeatable strategies
Results were achieved across industries in spite of market conditions
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