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Welcome to my profile! With a diverse background in health economics, business administration, and experimental surgery, I bring a unique perspective to career development coaching. As the Founder and CEO of Qalam Health Solutions, I understand the intricacies of building a successful career in the health sector. My experience as a Research Fellow at Harvard Medical School and a Technical Officer at the World Health Organization a health economist with the European Commission, has equipped me with the skills to guide professionals in navigating complex career paths. Whether you're looking to transition into a new field or advance in your current role, I'm here to help you achieve your career goals. Let's connect and create a tailored plan for your success!

For September only, I’m offering sessions at $99 (normally $275) to make coaching more accessible. Regular rates resume in October! Welcome to my profile! With a Master of Education in Human Development and Psychology from Harvard, an MBA from Vanderbilt, management experience at McKinsey, and 2 years at a meditation center, I bring a very unique blend of business acumen and psychological insight to my coaching practice. As the founder of LT3D, I specialize in helping senior leaders and teams navigate complex challenges, from career transitions to strategic dilemmas. My experience includes building leadership development programs for Fortune 1000 clients and providing executive coaching that accelerates team performance. Having coached hundreds of senior clients, I am dedicated to helping you gain clarity and confidence in your leadership journey. Let's work together to unlock your potential and lead with greater impact. Reach out to start a conversation!

With 8+ years in consulting and tech, I have a bird's eye view of opportunities and career paths. I have the good fortune of working with really talented folks who have taken very diverse paths to get to where they are at. I work with a wide network of ex-consultants, founders, VCs, strategists and others who have helped me understand how to navigate inflection points in a career, when to take risks and how to reinvent oneself. I am also grateful for the experiences I've had across a wide variety of functions, geographies (US, Europe & South Asia) and different stages (large clients through consulting, early stage startups through angel investing and growth-stage through my tech jobs). This helps me understand how work cultures, networks and pace of work influences career trajectories and professional growth.

Career Coaching with Radical Candor: Clarity, Confidence, and Action I believe that honest, direct feedback can be a powerful tool for growth. My coaching style is rooted in Radical Candor—challenging you to think differently while offering support and encouragement at every step. Together, we’ll create a space where you can feel safe to explore your career path, identify areas for growth, and take confident steps toward your goals. Clients appreciate that I offer straightforward advice while always keeping their best interests in mind. I’m here to help you uncover your strengths, gain clarity on your next steps, and give you the confidence to take action—whether you’re transitioning into a new role, preparing for interviews, or moving into leadership. What Clients Are Saying: "Sara’s coaching helped me understand what I needed to do next, and I walked away with a clear plan and renewed confidence." "Her practical, actionable advice made the process of career growth feel less overwhelming." "I feel so much more prepared and confident after working with Sara. Her insights helped me see my potential in a new light." I’m here to help you get unstuck and take the next step in your career with a clear strategy, confidence, and a sense of direction. Let’s work together to unlock your potential and make the process feel empowering and achievable.

I’ve navigated a career path that spans consulting, Big Tech, and mid-market PE operations - experiences that give me a unique perspective as a coach. I started in management consulting at Deloitte, advising executives on strategy and transformation. From there, I transitioned into Google, where I worked across partnerships, strategy, and technical sales, learning how to thrive in one of the world’s most competitive tech environments. Today, as a Director of operations at Valsoft, I act as an operations executive across a portfolio of software companies, helping leadership teams grow and operate effectively. Having made these transitions myself, I know firsthand how to break into new industries, succeed once you’re in, and build the skills to lead — and I bring that experience directly into my coaching.

Over the past eight years, I’ve coached more than 60 professionals through high-stakes career transitions across law, finance, and private equity. My own path, from a top-10% graduate of Howard University School of Law to M&A attorney at Paul, Weiss and Kirkland & Ellis, and now a middle-market private equity fund while earning my MBA at Wharton, gives me a unique perspective on navigating elite recruiting and ambitious pivots. I specialize in helping clients clarify career goals, tell a compelling story, and secure offers in competitive industries. From resume and LinkedIn optimization to networking strategy, interview prep, and offer negotiation, my coaching blends insider knowledge of Big Law and high finance with a structured, data-driven approach. Whether you’re seeking your first post-graduate role, planning a major industry switch, or aiming for leadership positions, I provide actionable guidance and proven tactics to help you achieve the next stage of your career.

I’ve helped clients land interviews and roles at top companies like Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Google, BCG, Netflix, and McKinsey—and I’ve done it without charging Silicon Valley prices. I know what hiring managers are looking for, and I specialize in helping you tell your story in a way that opens $100K+ doors. As a nationally ranked debater and a product manager who’s built my own career at top companies like LinkedIn & HubSpot, I bring a strategic lens to everything from resume rewrites to interview prep. Whether you're trying to break into competitive industries or level up your early career, I’m here to help you do it clearly, confidently, and affordably.

Jake Cortez is a Vice President and Strategy Manager at JPMorgan Chase & Co., where he leads the strategic organization of operations teams for Employee Compute, one of the firm's most significant technology organizations. With over 17 combined years of experience in military and financial services, he is a transformational-focused leader who drives strategic and metrics alignment across global software development, engineering, operations, and technology incubation teams. He is also an alum of Harvard Business School and a combat veteran. He is a continual servant to the Veteran community as a leader, accelerating toward the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals at scale. Specialties: Strategy Execution, Training, Administration, Operations Management, Development Planning, Process Development, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Leadership, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Management Skills.

Welcome to my profile! As a Senior Business Analyst at McKinsey & Company, I have honed my skills in problem-solving, data analysis, and strategic recommendations, which are crucial for career development. My experience at McKinsey, combined with my academic background as a Class Valedictorian from Morehouse College and participation in Harvard Business School's Peek Weekend, equips me with a unique perspective on leadership and business challenges. I am passionate about helping clients navigate their career paths, leveraging my insights from working on diverse client projects. Whether you're looking to break into consulting or advance in your current role, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and chart a course for your career success!

Hello! My own career journey through the public sector, private sector, career breaks, and entrepreneurship has equipped me with the tools and insights to guide you through your challenges. Whether you're pivoting between industries, navigating the corporate world, considering higher education, or pursuing roles in policy, let's work together on your career aspirations!