Coaching Case Studies

Getting Back To Applying

The Challenge: A talented Product Manager had taken an extended personal sabbatical. The person needed an updated resume to start applying.

The Solution: Provided quick actionable feedback on resume, identifying large and smaller changes.

• Developed a powerful "Summary" section that immediately highlighted unique value proposition for a senior role.
• Removed sections or awards that were no longer relevant, given the person's career length.

Breaking Through a Plateau: Finding a New Perspective

The Challenge: An experienced Senior PM felt his career had plateaued. He was doing well in his role but felt uninspired and wasn't comfortable voicing his concerns to mentors at his company.

The Solution: Over a series of sessions, we stepped back from the day-to-day and focused on the bigger picture. The goal wasn't to find a new job, but to find a new "why."

• Used the "Ikigai" framework (what you love, what you're good at, what the world needs, what you can be paid for) to map his skills and passions.
• Identified a recurring theme in his past successes
• Explored adjacent roles beyond product management

The Outcome: He realized he wasn't bored of product management; he was bored of his industry. This new perspective re-energized his job search to change industry rather than role.