Career Coaching Secrets

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Jason Van Orden, a renowned business strategist, speaker, and consultant who has helped thousands of thought leaders and entrepreneurs scale their expertise into thriving online businesses. With over 19 years of experience in digital strategy, Jason shares actionable insights on building influence, creating scalable income streams, and positioning yourself as a trusted voice in your field. His work has impacted over 8,000 clients and students, empowering them to amplify their message and grow their businesses online.

You can find him on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonvanorden/
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In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Jones Bryant, an executive coach and founder of Reaching From Within, shares her journey from a 30-year federal leadership career to becoming a full-time coach. Dr. Bryant, known as the "Ignite Your Fire Leader," specializes in helping ambitious, mid-career women break through to the director level and beyond. She discusses the personal and professional challenges that inspired her to create her coaching business, her unique approach to working with clients through her academy and one-on-one coaching, and her effective marketing strategies. Dr. Bryant also offers key advice for coaches looking to scale their impact...

 In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Rexhen sits down with Andrea Watts, founder of UnglueYou and creator of the pioneering Collage Coaching Technique (CCT). Andrea shares her journey from leaving the voluntary sector to building a 14-year coaching practice that blends art, neuroscience, and human development. She explains how collages help clients uncover deep self-awareness, bypass limiting language, and achieve authentic alignment. Andrea also reveals her vision for the future: a train-the-trainer program to scale CCT globally, creating a ripple effect through coaches who can coach other coaches. Packed with insights on authenticity, s...

 In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Rexhen speaks with Lynn Vince Abramo, organizational peace specialist, trainer, and coach, about her journey from leading 300 people to founding Bamboo Shoot. Vince shares how a tough 360 review inspired her to pursue coaching, her passion for serving overlooked leaders—immigrants, minorities, and those with disabilities—and why certifications like ICF matter in elevating the coaching profession. She also opens up about losing a major contract, rebuilding her business, and finding her new niche supporting leaders with disabilities and Paralympic athletes. Packed with insights on marketing, certifications, and scali...

In this episode of the Career Coach Secrets Podcast, Rexhen sits down with executive coach and Driven Professionals founder Deborah Goldstein. They discuss her journey from a restaurant owner to a successful coach, her unique approach to client transformation by focusing on "automatic negative thoughts," and her vision for the future of her co-created community, the "Driven Community Laboratory". Deborah also shares her most impactful investments and gives advice on how coaches can define and scale their impact. 

You can find her on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgoldstein18/
https://www.drivenpros.com/

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Dr. Laura Sicola, a renowned leadership communication and influence expert, keynote speaker, and executive coach with over 20 years of experience helping leaders master the art of strategic communication. As the founder of Vocal Impact Productions, Laura has worked with executives from Fortune 500 companies, TEDx speakers, and entrepreneurs worldwide, guiding them to speak with confidence, clarity, and authority. She is also the author of Speaking to Influence: Mastering Your Leadership Voice and a sought-after voice in leadership development.

You can find her on:
https://www.linkedin.com...

On this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets Podcast, Kevin sits down with Nicole F. Smith, founder of JMS Creative Leadership Solutions. With over 30 years of experience in coaching, Nicole shares her origin story, why she focuses on emotional intelligence (EQ) as a "smart business" strategy, and how she helps high-achievers and organizations thrive. Nicole also gives her honest take on business investments, marketing, and the future of her coaching practice.

You can find her on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolesmithatjms/
https://www.thenicolefsmith.com/
find her everyhere as @thenicolesmith
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Sarah Baker Andrus, the founder of Avara Careers and a two-time TEDx speaker, is a career coach with over 10 years of experience. In this episode, she discusses how she helps people pivot and transition in their careers. She also shares her insights on why she views layoffs as a positive opportunity for career evaluation and change, and how a mindset shift can help job seekers sustain momentum.

You can find her on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbandrus
https://avarahcareers.com/

You can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:
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 In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Kevin sits down with speaker and public speaking coach Courtney Stanley to unpack her journey from mentorship in the events industry to building a thriving coaching business. Courtney shares how she helps professionals amplify their visibility through personal branding and public speaking, the lessons she’s learned about pricing, investing, and avoiding burnout, plus her future vision of hosting transformative retreats. From client red flags to the best and worst business investments, this conversation is packed with wisdom and “tea” for coaches who want to scale with purpose.

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In this episode, we sit down with Michael Scarpone, a coach with over 20 years of experience and the founder of Scarpone Coaching. Michael shares the story of his career transition from the nonprofit sector to starting his own coaching business and the challenges he faced, including a lack of marketing strategy in the early days. He discusses his experience getting certified as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and how that opened new doors for his coaching practice. Michael also talks about his coaching philosophy, the different modalities he offers, and the importance of a strong marketing plan for...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Jessica Koopman, a dynamic career coach and strategist dedicated to helping professionals navigate transitions, build confidence, and create fulfilling careers. With a background in leadership development, personal branding, and guiding clients to embrace authenticity in their professional journeys, Jessica shares actionable insights and practical strategies for anyone ready to take control of their career path.

You can find her on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-koopman/
https://www.koopmancoaching.com/

You can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:
https://www...

In this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets Podcast, Kevin talks with Kimberly Brown, founder of Brown Leadership. Kimberly shares her origin story, explaining how she pivoted from admissions at a small college to becoming a career coach and eventually starting her own business. She discusses the difference between career and business coaching and how she works with "the magic middle" of the workplace, focusing on leadership development, management, and strategic career growth. The conversation also covers her B2B business model, which primarily involves training and development programs for organizations , and her "nontraditional" marketing approach, which relies on...

In this episode, Yakov Klein, co-founder of Cashman Klein, shares his journey from working in Industrial Organizational Psychology to building a successful coaching and consulting business. He discusses the power of referrals, how to price your services, and the importance of integrity and transparency in building long-term client relationships. 

You can find him on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaakov-klein-09460510/
https://www.cashmanklein.com/

You can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/@CareerCoachingSecrets

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets Podcast, Rexhen sits down with ICF Master Certified Coach and former senior executive, Claudia Beck. With three decades of corporate experience, including 20 years in senior leadership at companies like Torrey Birch, Burberry, and Gap, Claudia shares her journey from a high-pressure corporate environment to finding her calling in coaching. She discusses the rewarding experience of helping leaders shift from an achievement-focused mindset to one that values relationships and well-being. Claudia also dives into the importance of emotional intelligence, her business model which includes one-on-one and group coaching, and the most valuable investments...

In this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets Podcast, Rexhen sits down with New York-based career coach and personal branding strategist, Pamela Weinberg. With over 15 years of experience, Pamela shares her unique journey from writing a book for new mothers to becoming a certified coach specializing in guiding early career professionals, career changers, and women re-entering the workforce. She discusses what she finds most rewarding about her work, helping clients build confidence and a plan of action, and the value of having a clear personal brand and niche in the coaching industry. Pamela also talks about her business's reliance...

In this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets Podcast, Regen talks with Laura Labovich, an award-winning career strategist and CEO of The Career Strategy Group. Laura, who started her career in HR at Walt Disney World and AOL, shares how her experience with corporate downsizing inspired her to build a firm that helps companies conduct compassionate layoffs and assists displaced employees in finding new roles twice as fast as the national average. She discusses the power of outplacement services, the importance of a proactive mindset in a job search, and the key business investments that helped her scale her...

 In this inspiring episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Rexhen sits down with Garry Ridge, Culture Coach and Chairman Emeritus of WD-40 Company. With over 35 years of leadership experience, Garry shares the core framework behind his new book Any Dumb Ass Can Do It and why creating workplaces where people go home happy is his life’s mission. He reveals how leaders can overcome ego, build trust-driven cultures, and inspire love, learning, and belonging in organizations.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garryridge
Website: https://thelearningmoment.net/

In this episode, Kevin chats with Melody Gross, the founder of Courageous Shift and a coach for survivors of domestic violence, advocates, and nonprofit leaders. Melody shares her unique and inspiring origin story, which, believe it or not, involves raccoons. She explains how she found her niche by focusing on domestic violence survivors and the professionals who support them. Melody also discusses the business side of her work, including how she markets her services and prices them based on pay equity. She also reveals her future plans to build a team of coaches who are also survivors.

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In this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets podcast, Kevin sits down with Sue Gygax, the founder of Spectacle Talent Partners. Drawing on her 28 years of experience in corporate talent acquisition, Sue helps senior leaders who are laid off or unfulfilled in their careers. She explains why executives often have a "gap in their game" and how shifting their mindset can lead to a 10x gain in their career.

You can find her on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-gygax/
https://spectacletalentpartners.com/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Jose Pereira, a seasoned operations leader, coach, and strategist with extensive expertise in driving business transformation and leadership growth. Jose shares insights from years of global experience in supply chain management, leadership development, and career coaching, offering actionable strategies to help professionals elevate their careers and achieve sustainable success.

You can find him on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jose-angel-pereira/
https://joseconnect.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@JosePereira-nz4ps
https://linktr.ee/jose_angel_pereira
https://www.facebook.com/jose.angel.pereira...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Gary Hernbroth, a renowned business coach, professional speaker, and founder of Training for Winners. With decades of experience in hospitality, sales, and leadership development, Gary shares powerful strategies to help professionals and organizations elevate performance, strengthen leadership skills, and create lasting impact. He is passionate about inspiring people to unlock their potential, build winning teams, and achieve meaningful results.

You can find him on:
https://trainingforwinners.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyhernbroth/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/training-for-winners/
https://x.com/gary...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Peter Duffy, a highly experienced Career Coach and Consultant with a proven track record of helping professionals unlock their full potential and navigate successful career transitions. With expertise in leadership development, personal branding, and executive coaching, Peter shares actionable strategies to stand out in today’s competitive job market and achieve meaningful career growth.

You can find him on:
https://connectionscareercoaching.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-duffy-ccc/

You can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/@Ca...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Kristine Dias, a dynamic career strategist and coach passionate about helping professionals unlock their potential, transition into fulfilling roles, and build impactful personal brands. Kristine shares her journey, key insights on navigating career growth, and actionable strategies for professionals at every stage. With years of experience in career development, leadership coaching, and personal branding, she has empowered countless individuals to find clarity and confidence in their career paths.

You can find her on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristine-dias/
https://www.kmdadvisory.com/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Karolien Koolhof, a seasoned communications strategist and leadership coach dedicated to empowering professionals to thrive in their careers. With expertise in storytelling, executive communication, and personal branding, Karolien shares actionable insights on how to build authentic influence, lead with confidence, and navigate career growth in today’s fast-changing world. Her work focuses on helping leaders and professionals unlock their potential through effective communication and strategic career development.

You can find her on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/karolienkoolhof/
https://quietquality.nl/nl/
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 In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Rexhen welcomes Chad Brown, entrepreneur, coach, and consultant behind CBB Coaching & Consulting. With over two decades of leadership experience, Chad helps CEOs, executives, and business owners sharpen their focus, reduce burnout, and execute with clarity. He shares how his coaching journey began with a John Maxwell book, evolved into guiding leaders across industries, and now focuses on helping med spas and concierge physician services scale sustainably. From building systems and frameworks to tackling marketing challenges and avoiding burnout, Chad reveals strategies for turning bold goals—lik...

 In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Rexhen sits down with Chaz Flood, career coach, certified resume writer, and founder of the Tech Resume Playbook. Chaz helps ambitious engineers and tech professionals land roles at top companies by shifting their identity from job seeker to founder. He shares his journey from coaching in communities like Google and Karat, to building his own business through LinkedIn and referrals, and the key investments that paid off along the way. Chaz also reveals how he’s building demand, his vision for a seven-figure coaching practice, and his advice for coaches on tru...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Carla Taylor a seasoned career strategist dedicated to helping professionals unlock their full potential through proven coaching techniques, leadership development, and resume transformation. With a wealth of experience cultivating confidence and clarity in career transitions, Carla shares actionable insights and empowering stories from her time enabling clients to thrive in competitive job markets. Don’t miss how she distills years of expertise into practical tips you can apply right now.

You can find her on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlajtaylor/
https://bringyourbrilliance.net/

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In this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets podcast, Kevin sits down with Manny Pineiro, a career coach and founder of Making Time Count. Manny, who served in the Air Force for over 32 years, shares his personal journey of retiring at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and starting his own business. He discusses the anxiety, identity change, and struggle with purpose that many veterans and mid-career professionals face during a major life transition. Manny explains how he helps clients find clarity, purpose, and direction by working together to reconnect with their values and identity. He also talks about...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Kevin chats with Vivian Garcia-Tunon, founder of VGT People Advisory, about her journey from a successful corporate career to launching her own coaching business. Vivian shares her origin story, including a pivotal moment in 2014 when she realized she needed a change and decided to become a full-time coach. She discusses the challenges of her "big leap of faith" into entrepreneurship, the evolution of her target audience, and her marketing strategies. Vivian also dives into her coaching modalities, from one-on-one sessions to leading cultural transformations for entire companies, and her future plans for...

 n this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Siya sits down with Stephanie Thoma—public speaking coach, founder, and best-selling author of Confident Introvert. Stephanie shares how her coaching journey evolved organically from helping with resumes to empowering founders, creatives, and leaders to own their voice on stage and beyond. She talks about building confidence as an introvert, her unique “solitude sandwich” strategy, navigating opportunities with intuition, and how to balance speaking as both a craft and a business. Packed with insights on marketing, mindset, and client transformation, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking...

In this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets podcast, Rexhen interviews Susan Taylor, a coach that helps "coaches, consultants, and creators build a profitable and scalable coaching business". Susan shares her journey, from working a corporate job to transitioning into a full-time coaching career.

She reveals her biggest challenges, including the stress of building a business and refining her ideal client profile. Susan also discusses the investments she made that led to success, like joining a masterclass and hiring a sales coach, and the ones she regrets, such as paying for expensive software she didn't use.
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 In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Rexhen sits down with Paul Haynes, an ICF Professional Certified Coach, executive coach, supervisor, and leadership facilitator. With over 15 years of experience and a background as a TEDx finalist, Paul helps senior leaders break free from burnout, overwhelm, and unhelpful leadership patterns so they can lead with clarity, steadiness, and purpose. He shares his journey into coaching, the unique way he works with executives to reset and thrive, and insights on building a sustainable coaching business. Whether you’re a leader facing rapid change or a coach looking to scale your imp...

In this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets podcast, Rexhen interviews Edy Carolina Aurelio, founder of EC Peasy Communication. Carolina, a former account executive at companies like Salesforce, shares her journey from a quota-carrying seller to starting her own coaching business. She reveals her unique, "buyer-first" reverse pitching and multi-channel approach to demand generation and outbound sales.
Carolina's strategy has sourced over $11.5 million in pipeline without using "pitch slaps" or spam. Her ideal clients are B2B SaaS and service-based companies that have already acquired some customers and are generating over a million in revenue. She also partners...

In this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets Podcast, Rexhen talks with Kate Waterfall Hill, the leadership coach, author, and creator of the viral character "Linda the bad manager." Kate shares her journey from a fast-track career in marketing and small business consulting to becoming a successful coach. She discusses the growth of her business, the power of humor in her content, and the strategy behind her viral videos on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Kate also talks about her coaching programs, including the Leadership Accelerator Premium, and her future goals to scale the business with associate coaches while...

In this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets podcast, Rexhen interviews Chris Marhefka, a transformational coach, men's work leader, and entrepreneur. Chris shares his journey from a miserable finance job to a successful coaching career, detailing how he started in fitness and wellness before a personal burnout led him to focus on deep-seated mental and emotional blocks. He discusses his ideal client—the materially successful but inwardly empty entrepreneur — and the two core problems they face: failing health and strained relationships. Chris also gives insight into the two pillars of his work: his personal coaching business and his men's work...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets our guest is Jaimie Skultety, founder and CEO of Upscale Your Business, where she helps coaches and consultants attract ideal clients, clarify their marketing strategy, and scale with streamlined systems and signature solutions. With a career that began as a top-tier virtual assistant, Jaimie now empowers purpose‑driven professionals through her proprietary “90 Days to Clarity & Clients” methodology, actionable mini‑courses, and live implementation coaching.

You can find her on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimieskultety/
https://upscaleyourbusiness.com/
https://upscaleyourbusiness.com/5-day-map

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Rexhen sits down with leadership coach and consultant David W. Carr, founder of Steward Your Business. With over 25 years in environmental consulting and large-scale project leadership, David shares how he helps business owners and rising leaders build resilient, high-trust teams.

They dive into:
The difference between being a manager and becoming a true leader;
David’s journey from environmental consulting to executive coaching;
Challenges small business owners face when scaling their teams;
Why marketing is tough for most coaches—and how David makes it work;
The...

In this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets Podcast, Kevin interviews Claudia Lambrichs-Lindenbergh, an ex-professional swimmer and current career coach. Claudia shares her unique journey from a professional athlete to a corporate leader in the VC world and then to a successful coach for high achievers. She discusses the challenges of "shitty leadership" in rapidly scaling startups and how she helps leaders develop. Claudia also shares insights on coaching high achievers, her pricing strategy, the importance of boundaries, and the challenges of online visibility and marketing.

You can find her on:
https://www.linkedin.com/in...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Rexhen sits down with Benny Kennedy, certified master sales trainer, leadership coach, and U.S. Navy veteran. As the founder of The Kennedy Group USA, Benny has spent nearly two decades helping sales professionals and business leaders unlock their potential through what he calls Results as a Service coaching.

Benny shares his journey from sports and military service to building a thriving coaching business rooted in sales training, leadership development, and performance psychology. He reveals lessons learned from nearly 30 years in sales, his biggest wins (and losses) in business...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Chris Dyer, a globally recognized company culture and future-of-work expert named Inc. Magazine’s #1 leadership speaker on culture and founder of multiple award-winning companies recognized as “Best Places to Work” and “Fastest-Growing Companies”. Chris has authored bestselling books such as The Power of Company Culture and Remote Work and is celebrated for his actionable “7 Pillar Strategy” that transforms workplaces into thriving, high-performance environments. He’s also a sought-after keynote speaker, consultant, and podcast host who helps leaders create truly human-centric organizations. Discover his insights on leading with culture, empowering introverts, mast...