The Communications Edge: Master PR Interviewing and Career Presentation
6 Live Coaching Sessions (60 minutes each): Covering resume etiquette, behavioral interview prep, portfolio presentation, advanced communication strategies, and networking techniques. - Mock Interviews: Simulate real-world scenarios tailored to communications and PR roles. - Resume & LinkedIn Review: Tailored edits to align with target roles and showcase accomplishments. - Portfolio Development: Guidance on curating and presenting projects to emphasize transferable skills. - Networking Strategies: Tips to expand your professional connections, build rapport, and effectively communicate your value in networking settings. - Multi-Stream Support: Ongoing email and chat access for feedback and questions between sessions. - Resources Provided: STAR framework templates, industry-specific interview guides, networking scripts, and actionable communication strategies.
What's included
I take a personalized, step-by-step approach to ensure you feel confident and prepared throughout the process. We’ll start by understanding your career story and aligning your professional materials with the roles you’re targeting. Together, we’ll refine your resume, LinkedIn profile, and portfolio while building your interview skills through tailored practice and mock scenarios. Through active listening, detailed feedback, and strategic coaching, I’ll help you articulate your unique strengths and transferable skills. My goal is to empower you with the tools and confidence to excel in interviews, leaving a lasting impression that aligns with your career aspirations. I’ll be there every step of the way to support and guide you.
- Polished Professional Materials: A role-specific resume, LinkedIn profile, and portfolio that stand out.
- Tailored Interview Strategies: Techniques to handle tough questions, align messaging with the company’s goals, and showcase unique skills.
- Enhanced Self-Presentation: Skills to navigate interviews with poise, whether in-person, virtual, or panel-style.
- Confident Communication: Mastery of behavioral questions and the STAR method for impactful storytelling.
- Clear Value Proposition: The ability to highlight transferable skills and demonstrate how they enhance your target role.
Meet your expert
Debonné N.
PR & Communications Coaching: Building Rapport, Resilience, & Impact
A Bay Area native with a deep-rooted passion for community and growth, I bring years of diverse experience in executive communications, public health, and mental health to my work, from leading high-profile events featuring speakers like President Barack Obama at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium to being the inaugural Head of Communications and Marketing and later a Chief Communications and Marketing Officer I’ve built a career centered on creating meaningful impact. Along the way, I’ve crafted speeches for city mayors and executives, co-written keynote presentations, and worked with influential organizations like the Golden State Warriors, Black Infant Health, and KQED to champion diversity, foster inclusivity, and inspire lasting change. Guided by a commitment to creating supportive ecosystems, I hold a Master’s in Public Health from San Jose State University and a Master’s in Social Work from UC Berkeley. My journey has been about balancing my own growth alongside raising a family and navigating the challenges that come with being an introvert in executive spaces. With resilience, I’ve defied expectations, turning mountains into pebbles and transforming challenges into pathways for growth. Whether supporting 3,000 San Francisco city employees through trauma-informed initiatives or collaborating with over 25 community organizations in Oakland, my work has always focused on fostering environments where people can thrive. I know that true leadership and personal growth go hand-in-hand; my goal as a coach is to help clients navigate with confidence, resilience, and clarity. Grounded by two guiding principles: “You practice who you are” and “Faith and fear both believe in a future that hasn’t happened yet,” I’m here to help you build the confidence, strategy, and self-awareness to succeed on your own terms. If you’re ready to turn your mountains into pebbles, let’s work together. How can I help you reach your goals?
