Career Coaching Coaches

Welcome—I'm Cong. I’ve been where many of my clients are: holding a prestigious degree, thriving in consulting, but unsure how to crack the tech world without starting over. I made the leap myself—pivoting directly from consulting into a staff-level role at Apple, followed by leading growth analytics at DoorDash. I know how different the game is in tech: it’s not just about credentials—it’s about translating your value, navigating ambiguity, and showing up with confidence in rooms that speak a different language. Today, I coach high-achieving professionals from top schools and firms—many with elite MBAs, consulting, or banking backgrounds—who feel stuck despite doing “everything right.” I’ve helped many individuals land impactful roles, make strategic pivots, and lead with clarity, not burnout. If you feel frustrated by the gap between where you are and where you should be—I’m here to help you close it. Let’s build a clear, strategic path into your dream job that honors who you are and what you’ve built.

I’ve built my career by moving across very different worlds — from co-founding an AI startup in education to joining the Management Rotation Program at Capital One, where I work across product, strategy, and operations. That mix of startup agility and Fortune 100 structure gives me a unique perspective on how to break into and succeed in competitive corporate careers. I coach professionals who want to transition into consulting, banking, product management, and other corporate roles. My approach is practical and results-driven: I’ll help you refine your resume, story, stand out in recruiting, and walk into interviews with confidence. Clients work with me because I know firsthand what it’s like to enter these spaces without a clear playbook — and I’ve helped others successfully make the leap.

Hello and welcome to my profile! With a diverse background in data analysis and software engineering, I've honed my skills at top organizations like AT&T and NASA, where I developed automated solutions and data-driven insights. My experience as a course instructor at UC Berkeley, where I co-led a course on inclusive pathways into the tech industry, has equipped me with the ability to guide others in their career development journey. Whether you're looking to break into tech or advance your current career, I can help you navigate the complexities of the industry with tailored strategies and actionable advice. Let's connect and create a roadmap to achieve your career goals!

Experienced CFO, investor, and entrepreneurial leader with a track record of success as a venture investor, business builder, fund-raiser and finance executive. While I continue to invest in venture capital, I developed my coaching practice in 2020 and since then have helped dozens of executives and entrepreneurs upskill, raise capital, find new opportunities, and excel in the new positions. I have done this work across industries, but most of my clients are entrepreneurs in tech/biotech, investment professionals in private equity/venture capital, or in real estate. I started my career as an investment banker at Morgan Stanley and Smith Barney (now Citi) before getting my MBA at Harvard Business School. I spent several years in private equity and venture capital at Warburg Pincus before moving into public equity investing at hedge funds, including my own for several years. Most recently I pivoted back to venture capital with a new firm, 3Spoke Capital, and spent two years as the CFO of a new AI/medtech venture, PreciseDx, for which I raised over $20MM in a Series B. All the while I was active in the recruitment, training, and management of high performance teams. I know how to build great teams, help you find a role within them, and crush the new job once you secure it.

Hello and welcome! I hold dual Master’s degrees from the University of Oxford—an MBA and a Master’s in Public Policy—as well as a First Class Honours degree in Economics from the University of Cape Town. My academic and professional background includes experience with leading firms like McKinsey & Company and KPMG, where I worked on strategic problem-solving, leadership development, and initiatives ranging from operational transformation to climate analytics. Having co-founded a chapter of Effective Altruism and published on strategy and economic policy, I’ve developed a strong ability to guide individuals in aligning their academic and career ambitions. Whether you're refining your personal statement, navigating career transitions, or developing a clear path for long-term growth, I’m here to provide tailored, actionable support to help you achieve your goals.

With a robust background in leadership and strategic planning, I bring a wealth of experience to career development coaching. As a former Chief of Staff at Abiomed during its $16.6B acquisition by Johnson & Johnson, and now as Director of Supply Chain, I have honed my skills in navigating complex corporate landscapes. My teaching experience at the United States Military Academy, coupled with an MBA from MIT Sloan, equips me to guide professionals in achieving their career aspirations. Whether you're looking to transition industries or climb the corporate ladder, I'm here to help you strategize and succeed. Let's connect and chart your path to success!

Welcome to my profile! As a consultant in the Deloitte Greenhouse, I have designed experiences to help executives and teams solve complex business challenges. With a Master's in Management Science from the prestigious Schwarzman Scholars program, I bring a global perspective to career and leadership development. As an International Coaching Federation (ICF) Associate Certified Coach (ACC) Candidate, I have formal training to facilitate productive coaching conversations. Let's work together to unlock your potential and craft a strategic path to success! I've seen the most success with clients by starting our partnership with a 1-hour kickoff session, followed by 3 one-hour sessions over 4-6 weeks. I recommend following a similar cadence, but let's find what works best for you.

Over the last decade, I’ve coached high-performing professionals through some of the most important inflection points in their careers—navigating career pivots, rising into leadership roles, re-entering the workforce, and building confidence to take bold next steps. My clients span industries including tech, marketing, finance, and nonprofit, and many have successfully transitioned into roles they once thought were out of reach. What sets me apart is my ability to quickly understand your unique strengths, clarify what you want (and why), and help you map a path forward that’s both strategic and personally fulfilling. I bring a blend of practical insight, deep listening, and honest accountability that helps clients not only land their next opportunity—but do it in a way that aligns with who they are and what they truly want.

With over a decade of talent acquisition experience, I’ve had the privilege of shaping top-tier engineering teams at high-growth startups and in venture capital. Starting my journey at Coursera during its Series A, I launched their University Recruiting Program. At Quora, I led the early career recruiting team, perfecting my ability to attract and retain top talent. At Human Capital, I partnered with founders from seed to growth stages, building world-class engineering teams for companies like Anduril, Observe, and Kojo. My passion for startup recruiting and proven success drive me to guide individuals in their career development. As the founder of The Journey, a community for future founders, I’m committed to inspiring, and equipping the next generation of entrepreneurs through coaching, and opportunity. Testimonials here >> https://www.emergingtalentagency.org/testimonials

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.