Navigate Your Next
Career Chapter
With Confidence
Layoffs don't define you. With personalized coaching, strategic positioning, and proven job search techniques, we;ll turn this transition into your greatest opportunity.


Career Coaching for Professionals 40+
I'm Melanie, and I help professionals over 40 reinvent their careers after layoff.
Welcome!
After 20+ years in corporate HR and talent acquisition, I've seen firsthand how experienced professionals often struggle to navigate today's job market. The rules have changed, but your value hasn't.
I created this coaching practice to help professionals like you leverage your experience, update your approach, and land roles that match your expertise and ambitions.
You're in the right place if...
You're a seasoned professional who's been unexpectedly laid off
You're ready to find a role that truly values your experience
You want a strategic approach, not just another job board



Resume & Linkedin Revamp
Transform your professional documents to stand out in today's competitive market. Modern ATS-optimized resume and LinkedIn SEO profile that highlights your value. *Includes Weekly Opportunity Brief
1:1 Special Sessions
Personalized career coaching sessions tailored to your unique situation, goals, and industry. Example could be: A mock Interview session for that big interview, OR a career strategy plan.



Custom Interview Prep
Master the interview with personalized custom interview responses. Responses are tailored for your specific experience and qualifications. We'll prepare you to articulate your experience and handle tough questions with confidence.
Weekly Opportunity Brief
Each week, you receive a curated list of open roles aligned with your experience, goals, and compensation targets, so you’re focusing on real opportunities, not endless scrolling.
Here's How I Can Help You
**If you are in need of something more specific, please schedule a clarity call and I will do my best to help!


I've Been Where You Are
With over two decades in HR, talent acquisition, and career development at Fortune 500 companies, I understand both sides of the hiring equation. I know what hiring managers look for, how ATS systems work, and what makes a candidate stand out.
But more importantly, I've experienced career transition myself. I know the emotions, the frustration, the self-doubt, the uncertainty. That's why my approach combines practical strategy with genuine support.
Being over 40 isn't a disadvantage, it's your superpower. You bring decades of experience, leadership skills, and professional wisdom that younger candidates simply don't have.
Let's make sure your next employer sees that.
"After being laid off at 52, I felt invisible in the job market. Melanie helped me reframe my experience and within 3 months, I landed a senior role with a 20% salary increase."
Sarah M.
Strategy Director IT
"The interview coaching was transformative. Melanie helped me develop personalized responses that showcased my expertise. I went from nervous to confident in just a few sessions."
Michael R.
VP of Operations
"I was applying to hundreds of jobs with no response. After working with Melanie on my resume and LinkedIn, I started getting callbacks within weeks. She truly understands what recruiters want."
Jennifer L.
IT Project Manager
What My Clients Say
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"Every great career chapter starts with a single conversation." ~Melanie
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