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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!

Let’s work together to creatively design your career and life around what really matters to you, so you can thrive, even when everything feels like a dumpster fire. After working for 20+ years in design and leadership, I learned (the hard way) that burnout is persistent. Finding fulfillment and balance in your career is challenging. I became a coach to help people find meaningful careers and their own path towards actually enjoying their lives.

I am a Senior Product Manager at Microsoft with over 10 years of experience in Big Tech, spanning Technical Support Engineering, Software Engineering, and Program Management roles. My background in areas like Learning & Development, Career Development, and Business Development has given me unique insights into what it takes to grow and thrive in any professional landscape. Throughout my career, I’ve navigated major career pivots, climbed the ranks in highly competitive fields, and helped others do the same. I understand the challenges of finding clarity, developing key skills, and positioning yourself for success in ever-changing industries. I specialize in helping professionals identify their strengths, build their confidence, and map out actionable plans for achieving their career goals. Whether you're exploring a career change, preparing for interviews, or seeking to grow in your current role, I’ll provide the strategies to get you there. With a focus on practical guidance, personalized support, and real-world insights, I’ll help you unlock your full potential and take control of your career. Together, we can make your next move your best one yet.

I've lived the generalist journey firsthand across three startups, wearing high-level hats in design, product management/Head of Product, and executive operations as Chief of Staff. These experiences give immense visibility into the structure of startups and how to navigate your career within one. Prior to this, I did my masters at Stanford's d.school where I did coursework in design, business, and entrepreneurship. The most impactful experience was taking Lean Launchpad with Steve Blank - I lean on these lessons to this day and I'm excited to share them with you! I can help you with the following: - Identifying the type of startup you'd like to work at - What signals to look for to identify top performing, high-growth startups - The mindset shift when moving from big tech to startups - How to position your contributions for success in a smaller scale environment - Using AI tools as a force-multiplier

Meet Michelle Brenner, a Senior Software Engineer at Netflix with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry. As a self-taught engineer, she has learned how to find success off the beaten path. If your career is at a standstill and you are ready to get that next raise, promotion, or even switch careers, Michelle is the one to help you. While she has primarily worked with clients looking for tech jobs, she has helped people from Marketing to Sales find the next step. As a job branding expert, she can help you craft your resume, online presence, and networking plan so your next job comes to you. She will walk you through the steps that helped her get from Art School to a Senior Engineer. Let's connect and take your career to the next level!

I take a highly supportive approach to coaching and aim to create an environment in which my clients can be completely open about their worries so I can be the best possible coach for them. That said, you can expect me to be constructively candid – because coaching is about challenging you and accelerating your growth, not making you feel good so I can collect a check.

I specialize in empowering leaders and high-performing professionals to navigate career ambiguity, break free from limiting beliefs, and define their next impactful chapter. I help clients go beyond surface-level goals to truly discover their 'why', define the type of leader they want to be, and take meaningful action on their next move, whether that’s a new project, new role, or definition of success. I’ve coached professionals in VC, PE, consulting, and big tech, including 45+ Googlers. I’ve facilitated leadership workshops at Waymo. I hold an MBA from UC Berkeley Haas and a BS in Engineering from MIT. If you’re ready to leverage your current success into a career with greater purpose and fulfillment, let’s map out your most impactful leadership chapter.

The biggest gift I feel each of us can give the world (and to ourselves) is showing up as your amazing, authentic self. My philosophy is just do you. I say it to my team, I say it to my kids and I say it to anyone that will listen! Each of us has amazing potential and sometimes we need to talk through different ways on how best to unlock it. That's where coaching comes in. If you know the power of coaching already...great. If you have never tried coaching before...it may seem scary and even uncomfortable. If you find the right coach, you quickly find it's not any of those things and it can be so empowering. Much of my 30+ year career has been dedicated to developing and empowering others...leading the training teams at the media agencies I worked at, teaching at NYU for 15 years, and now leading 20+ development workshops across our Global Business Organization (GBO) at Google. Throughout my career journey, I've had the pleasure of coaching hundreds of amazing people. I'm also a 20+ year manager (15 pre-Google & 5 at Google). I'm happy to work with you on whatever journey you may be on...being a more effective manager, looking for a new role or opportunity, etc. Remember...just do you.

As a current marketer working at one of the most loved brands in Canada - Tim Hortons, I have been loving my job, and I want to help you find your passion and career goals. I specialize in guiding professionals toward achieving their career aspirations and unlocking their full potential. With a background in business and went through the entire journey of career searching myself, I understand how difficult it is to find a job in today's world, and I am here to help. I offer personalized coaching tailored to individual strengths, goals, and challenges. My approach integrates proven methodologies with practical insights, empowering clients to navigate career journeys, enhance their skills, and build robust professional networks. Committed to fostering growth and confidence, I provide strategies that are necessary for clients to excel in their chosen paths and achieve sustained career success.

Welcome to my profile! With over a decade of experience in product management and leadership roles at top tech companies like LinkedIn and Facebook, I have a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in the competitive world of tech careers. As a team leader, I have helped hundreds of PMs navigate their careers at the company from selecting a team to raising the visibility of their projects to understanding how calibration processes work. I have also spearheaded projects to promote internal mobility and career development through LinkedIn Learning. My approach is rooted in a coaching mentality, where I help individuals understand how they can contribute and connect with others to achieve their career goals. If you're looking to break into the tech industry or advance your career, let's connect and discuss how I can help you reach your full potential.