I worked with Mark recently to create a strategy for a career shift after being laid off from my last job. What surprised me was how holistic and exploratory the process was, helping me shape and articulate my priorities around work as much as working on job search strategies and résumé revamping. He's thorough, energetic, and deeply motivated to help others. read more

I am honestly not sure how I could have navigated this career switch without Mark. Coming from the freelance world where jobs were offered via word of mouth, I was a total fish out of water. He held my hand throughout the entire process. His holistic approach proved to be fundamental both pragmatically and personally. He helped build a foundation that I will be able to use for the rest of my career. I cannot thank him enough. read more

Working with Mark was great. He is very professional and really works with you to meet your expectations. He helps you navigate your next steps so you can achieve your goals. You get out of it what you put in to it. He has a lot of experience and resources but get ready to do the work. It is a committment and investment in yourself that is well worth it. I would recommend Mark to anyone who is serious about taking themselves to the next level. I enjoyed working with him. He is so passionate about helping people and what he does. read more

Whether you're navigating a career change, a prospective job opportunity, or are simply looking to elevate your status in your current workplace - Mark has got you. During our six sessions, and after (through various assignments), we workshopped what my life and career goals looked like, short and long term. What I wanted my day to day and lifestyle to be, we then work incorporated into our career coaching in an effort to understand how these could support on another. In other sessions, Mark helped me uncover skills & strengths I didn't know I had and how those could best show up in a work place. As a cherry on top, I was provided a 'deck' where all information lives, and can be referenced time and time again. Nearing my last session, a new job opportunity presented itself, and Mark was responsive and available in helping me negotiate my salary, and sweeten a deal quite significantly. To say the last - it's been a pleasure, and I would recommend a session, or however many you can get! It's invaluable and timeless advice. read more

This review is for those looking for C-Synergy coaching as an option. What I got out of this process was priceless because it saved me so much time. Working with Mark is like getting all the cheat codes to your goals. He lays out the plan and works with you (from square one, in my case) and works on creating layer upon layer of material. These outcomes help you address your next career move and provide you with many tools to manage what is up ahead. As I started exploring my career change, I noticed that conversations were more effortless based on my completed work. You can expect a vast amount of resources and support that will require you to work hard on yourself personally and professionally. If you are ready to put in the work and follow the road map Mark has created, you will achieve your goals when you are done. Using C-Synergy was one of the best decisions of my life! read more

If you're looking for some direction in your career, then look no further cause Mark's got your back. I reached out to Mark at a point when I wanted to make a career transition but I didn't know what direction to take. After researching several options, I decided to go with Mark because of his deep knowledge, experience, and comprehensive coaching program. He has a lot of resources and tools to help you think critically about yourself and ultimately figure out what you're good at and what you want to do. Mark also guided me through the multiple layers of the job search process and helped me hone my communication skills so that I could clearly convey what I bring to the table, which has helped me become much more confident in my job search. Finally, with the onset of covid, I have encountered many unscrupulous career coaching services who are taking advantage of the desperation of job seekers. Even though I started working with Mark before covid, I can confidently say that he runs his business with integrity. He is realistic about the outcome - that to achieve any meaningful results, the work has to come from YOU. And if you have any issues or the relationship isn't working out, he will work with you to come to an agreeable solution - really, you have nothing to lose and everything to gain by working with him. read more

Mark gave me constructive methods for taking stock of my skills and determining where I wanted to go in my career. With his guidance, I updated my resume, learned valuable networking techniques, and developed an arsenal of professional assets. He was available for one-off questions including help with networking messages, cover letter edits, and interview prep. I highly recommend his comprehensive program. read more

I just can't say enough good things about this man! Mark is one of the most caring, skilled, intelligent, capable, organized, and thoughtful coaches I have ever worked with! I came to Mark at a point in my life where I lacked direction to the point I felt stuck. I had no clear vision of where I wanted to move next in my life/career and ultimately was lacking clarity between the options I had available to me and was curious as to which ones I didn't know I had. From the coaching calls to the worksheets, he really understood where I was at, where I wanted to be next and what options I had available to me. Together we came to a conclusion that I must say I've never felt better about. I have a sense of peace about it, and couldn't be more grateful for the energy and guidance Mark offered in each and every call. He went above and beyond! If you're dealing with anything in relation to career, job or even life, I would say this is the person to go to for help!!! read more

I went to Mark with some specific interview objections I kept coming up against. I think overall I was pretty good at the interview process, but I kept getting tripped up on these few things. Mark's strategies worked well. My first call since meeting with him went much better, and when I responded to the objections I received a simple "fair enough," response. I'm heading to an interview now, and I feel much more confident with Mark's tools. I feel that I can present myself, back everything up with social proof, identify and tell engaging stories, have some items that will make me stand out, can ask for what I need and more. Even my friends commented on what a difference it seems to have made! & I wasn't that far off either. Definitely recommend for anyone hitting a snag in their career path. read more

I came to Mark at a time where I needed help and guidance setting off to start the next chapter in my career. I had a great pre interview with him and he had completely convinced me he was the one to help me achieve my goals. I paid him and set up for my first session. This was an information session. He did most of the talking and really didn't work on discovering my weaknesses. I had homework at the end of our first session. I did my homework and the next session was a mock interview. As we started into the interview, I steeped into the wrong approach, and he immediately took over and spoke for the rest of our session. I am not saying his information was not good, what I am saying is that it was was not focused on my weaknesses, something I had asked him to uncover to help me recognize and solve. I reached out to him stating i had an upcoming interview and said, i really need his help to be able to discover my weakness so I can avoid it during my upcoming interview. He wrote back telling me he was booked and could not meet with me in time. Well, i did not get the job I really believe i was born to do. There could be many reasons why I didn't get the job, but i will say one thing, Mark took my money to help me recognize my interview weakness (which I am not able not see), and he did absolutely nothing to help me with my real problem. Keep in mind, he does a lot of talking and has good information, but if you have a specific issue that you need help identifying, this is not the guy. He is good for individuals who do not read any advise about interviewing and will help you know all you need to know about the hiring managers process. Needless to say, I didn't bother to book my third session because he never bothered to help me discover my interviewing weakness. Feel pretty ripped off and fooled as my initial ask of him was very specific. read more

I am beyond blessed to be working with Mark Langford. He always goes above and beyond in his work. He is knowledgeable, intelligent, savvy, up-to-date in his field, and caring. Mark will help you realize your greatness, get clarity on your professional or entrepreneurial journey. He as plethora of tools and strategies to offer you. These tools and strategies will help you authentically know yourself better, be more confident and assertive, build a robust toolkit, and hit the ground running. Plus you'll learn how stand out and attract recruiters and other business professionals to you. If you've hit a plateau, been out of work for a long period of time, changing careers, thinking of becoming an entrepreneur, or reinventing yourself I encourage you to contact Mark Langford. read more

I am so grateful for Mark's guidance, support and mentorship during a time when I wasn't sure what my future would hold. I had worked for one company for 22 years and I thought I was expendable when they eliminated my position. Mark gave me tools and resources, time and commitment and he helped me discover a new confidence. After one month working with Mark, I found a position with a wonderful company. My pay and benefits are superior compared to the previous company and I work with amazing people who are intelligent, supportive and they challenge me. I can't thank you enough, Mark!! read more

I was looking for some help in finding a new career path, and I am so glad I found Mark. I have worked with services in the past, but none measured up to the personal touch Mark brings. Never did I feel like just an appointment on the calendar, his attention and advice were on point and focused. Mark knows you want results when you engage him and doesn't waste time with the usual hand-outs and generalizations, we got right down to business and I could not be more happy and appreciative. I am now starting a new, better position, and in a completely different industry that would have never crossed my mind before meeting Mark. Thank you. read more

I had been searching rather fruitlessly for a job after Grad School for over a year before I decided that I needed help - some kind of outside perspective to clarify what I was doing wrong. I reached out to several coaches, collected several perspectives and offers, and ultimately settled on Mark Langford due to his comprehensive program, great testimonials and innovative approach to getting noticed by target companies. Now, before I go into the experience of working with Mark, here's the bottom line: 1) We worked together for roughly 4 months. The first two months were spent doing a full material overhaul. The next two were spent going to market - applying, networking, cold calling, warm calling, etc. 2) In the last 2 months, I was called into interviews with 5 different companies (not including multiple rounds for different firms). So, I landed one new interview roughly every other week. Before I began working with Mark, I was averaging about 1 interview per month. 3) In the last 2 months, I received 2 offers. I had a major uptick in interviews and offers while working with Mark. I decided to go with Mark because he offered a much more comprehensive approach than what I was doing before. I had already been networking my butt off, but I was having some trouble turning conversations into referrals and interviews. Mark really helped me put those two together by (1) guiding me to develop a clear and concise personal story that got more attention, (2) working with me to put together a series of supplementary materials that bolstered my applications, and (3) equipping me with a clear and effective job search strategy that resulted in job offers. He was also able to guide me through the negotiating process for both offers. I highly recommend Mark to anyone who's stuck in their job search. He'll help you revamp your job search materials, create a personal brand, develop your networking strategy, hone your interview skills and help you land your ideal job. read more

Mark has been a fantastic guide, instructor and support during my job search. His thoroughness and directness absolutely led me to a great career opportunity. Mark coached me through the job search and my interview process and was always available via email as well. Our one-to-one online sessions were well thought out with a clear goal in mind, and he did not let me veer of the path of learning, improving and keeping me on target to attain my objective. I would highly recommend Mark to absolutely anyone looking to search for a new job or improve their career. I am so grateful I found him and his business, C-Synergy. read more

My experience with Mark was phenomenal. He helped me move from managing a family-owned business for 10 years to interviewing with top tech companies. Mark has excellent knowledge of the job landscape, hiring practices, and he did an amazing job helping me devise a job search strategy. But most importantly, Mark's a very kind and understanding person who meets you exactly where you are on your journey. His compassion really helped me boost my confidence and I give him my highest recommendation. read more

I met Mark when I was attempting to interview again after many years of not looking. My skills were definitely rusty. I found his advice invaluable, and his personalized coaching helped me really improve myself and take that next step. He kept detailed notes of our sessions so I could refer to them later, and instead of just rewriting my resume, he went over it step by step with me, empowering me to get better at it myself in the future. I'm happy to have found such a great career ally! read more

Mark's coaching is second to none, since I've had the pleasure of being his mentee. His no BS, down-to-Earth guidance and attentive energy and focus every session helped fight through the fog and approach problems in new ways I didn't think possible. Highly recommended! read more

I needed practical, results-driven career guidance, and that's precisely what I got. I've engaged 'career coaches' in the past for virtually the same purpose without real value-added; this was different. Mark is a true subject matter expert, and his methodology is smart and effective. I quickly achieved my time-sensitive career goal entirely due to Mark's feedback and guidance. I plan to work with Mark again soon for more big-picture career support. If you want real tactical career help, C-Synergy is GOLD. read more

My experience with Mark and C-Synergy Career Coaching was incredibly helpful in a multitude of ways. I was able to have tools to help define what I do, my skills, and how to pull it together. I like to say he Miyagi'd me. We waxed on and waxed off and painted the fence. And now all of these tools are at my finger tips to update my resume to fit a job application, my linkedin profile, cover letters and more. It help me to define the job I really want and how to best present myself as a brand. read more

I came to know Mark through a friend of mine, at the time in my career when I needed him the most. With my role change at work, I felt my opportunities being taken away. It was greatly impacting my drive, productivity, self-esteem, increased negativity and stress. I needed help to self-analyze, re-brand myself, my limiting attributes, abilities before preparing for a career move. Mark was very insightful in his ability to identify that I had a lot of sticks, that needed to be replaced with carrots. It was truly an eye-opening, transcending experience for me personally when we both dig deeper using his sessions and tools, to uncover my core innate abilities Vs what I had accumulated over years that I had to either let go of or replace with. This gave me a great sense of clarity in identifying my inner core, brand. He meets you where you are and he goes from there. Everything else fell in place after, to prepare strong outward-facing collateral including my Resume, Networking brief, Professional Dossier, and LinkedIn profiles. Mark does not lead or direct you to build them, but he empowers you to do it and that has been truly transformational. I have been able to truly connect my passion to the outcome and demonstrate so much value from my experience in my collateral. Its been a great 3-month journey and healing experience working with Mark, that I will cherish forever. Mark is full of energy, positivity, all ears, empathetic, and the one you can always count on being available when you needed him. I consider Mark, not just a career coach, but a coach for a lifetime and I will continue to work with him as I grow in my career and life. Hope you do too if you are clear on your calling and then to make it a reality! I highly recommend giving Mark a call. read more

Quick response. Awesome coach. I'm a high performer and reached out to Mark. He was able to help out and introduced me to certain frameworks. Highly recommend Mark for career coaching. I will be using Mark in the future and hope to see him again soon. read more

Working with Mark feels like a branding bootcamp in the best way. With the strategies he has developed for C-Synergy, the program goes beyond updating a resume or refreshing a profile. His process provides the fundamental building blocks and knowledge to enact an effective change or pivot in career including time management, defining your personal brand, networking, interviewing, introducing new ways of job hunting and a lot more. Because the program emphasizes knowledge first, it's foundation establishes the user to be able to return again and again to its principles to adapt to a variety of job searching needs. Plus, his positive attitude and attentive nature establishes an easy-going relationship where your goals truly become the focus. read more

Mark was a great help for me as I recently transitioned into a new role. He is a master coach, able to combine his great listening skills and vast experience, to help me explore career options that were best suited for my interest and skill set. He provides candid feedback and seems to have an endless toolkit and set of resources to help document and guide more meaningful discussions. Thank you Mark! read more

Before I reached out to Mark for his career coaching, I struggled for months to figure out what I was missing in my interviews to land jobs. I interviewed several coaches, and Mark was extremely knowledgeable and was the one that seemed most eager to work with me. What stood out most to me was that he shared who he was as an individual, which showed me that he could show me how to do the same for an employer when they ask "tell me about yourself". Within the first week of working with him, he had helped me find all of the "missing ingredients" and was already showing me how to articulate my goals, make a plan, and understand what I needed to do. Mark is very easy to work with and he will use his expertise to guide you through a plan that is custom tailored to you. He shows you how to set your goals, define your attributes, and expand your network to go in the direction you want with your career. Mark comes across as someone who is eager to help people and is very easy to get along with. I would highly recommend career coaching with Mark. read more

Mark is an incredible mentor and guide for anyone who is considering a serious career switch, moving up the ladder at their current job, or just about anything else! During this difficult economic time, I was looking to make a career transition but was unsure of my direction and skill strengths. Mark not only helped to identify my strengths but also was able to give me a sense of clarity and focus through his large range of training exercises and career tools. I worked with Mark for about 3 months where he also helped to spruce up my resume and completely revamp my LinkedIn account. His enormous networking portfolio, tools, and strategies were very helpful and I greatly benefited from learning how to use networking to get a foot in the door. More than anything Mark is a professional in his field and has a level of expertise that I have not seen working with other career coaches prior. If you are looking for a career coach today, this is the guy! read more

Six months ago, I was sitting at my desk, frustrated and unfulfilled in my current role. With no references or ideas where to start, I took to Yelp and searched for a career coach. It's for this reason I'm writing a review on how Mark helped me. And how he may help you! Mark won't give you the answers (which naturally, I wanted - and wanted fast!). Instead, he gives you the tools to find them yourself. He helped me reframe my career approach and uncover what was really important to me. There were things I "dreamed" about in my next job, but he helped me understand that these things were attainable... and crucial for my happiness both at work and at home. My advice is to speak up when things are or aren't helping you. There were sessions I went in pumped, ready to go. And others I felt discouraged or a little lost (no fault of Mark's). The moment I communicated how I was feeling, he was able to pivot and address exactly what was going on. One of my best sessions was one I went in totally "off". I walked out motivated, invigorated and with a plan! He's the first person to point out my natural entrepreneurial spirit, though it was not something I ever considered as a viable path. It's like he helps you see what you may be overlooking... but more valuable, then works with you to craft a plan to bring it to life. Whether you are starting out, looking to pivot, or just need a pick-me-up in your career, I highly recommend partnering with Mark on your journey. I did - and I'm starting my dream job on Monday. read more

I had the pleasure of working with Mark. I had hit a plateau in my career and was trying to figure out a way to move on. It seemed like a very big task which i was not equipped to do. I came across Mark and from step 1, i realized how easy it was to work with him. What i really liked about working with Mark, was that he broke the tasks at hand into small pieces and at the end he brought everything together. I was able to update and upgrade myself professionally through his professional guidance and expertise. Mark is very professional, resourceful, and knowledgable in helping people to figure out their career path and ways to achieve it. I highly recommend him. read more

I consider Mark a partner, not just a coach. I have been working with Mark for the past two months. I am one who is not confused about what I want to do, I am in Brand/Marketing and love it. I didn't need a career change, but I need help to get me to the next level. Ironically, it was my own brand that needs managing! I found that with Mark. We have met in person and over the phone. Our coaching sessions are productive. This experience is one of the toughest things I have ever done. I have been totally open, honest and raw with Mark (and myself). He has guided me through current work situations and has helped me to feel more confident in the corporate world. Mark has given me great tips and tricks, he's challenged me - he's supported me - he's pushed me. I am a mid-career professional and I couldn't be happier that I made this investment in myself and my future. With Mark and the Synergy System, you will do a lot of reading, and will perhaps be the most introspective time of your life, at times it may feel repetitive and like a tremendous amount of work, trust the process it will come together for you. I trust that the right job will come to me, and moreover I know have the confidence that I deserve that 'RIGHT' job and not just another job. Find your passion, do the work, get coached - Call Mark. read more

Like so many out there, I was struggling with the idea of a career change at 40. Mark helped me right the ship and get things moving. I now have a great path to start on and have been moving in a positive direction towards my goals. This man helped me reignite the passion that I have not had in my career for quite some time and I honestly couldn't be more grateful. read more

I found Mark after google searching for a career coach because I was burnt out in my career and yet at the same time utterly at a loss with what to do about it. I was totally stuck....and it sucked..miserable!! I called around a few career coaches and they all had their own take on how to get unstuck, and I went with Mark because I really liked how he could see my problem from my perspective. So I signed up and we began. I started out completely lost, deflated and worn out with career related stuff, and all I can say is what happened next over the course of a month or two was nothing short of a complete transformation! Mark had a fantastic approach to my unique situation, and through his excellent coaching I was able to understand why and how I had gotten like this, how to get unstuck, and what to do next.... If you're reading this I would hazard a guess that there is a good chance you're considering getting help with your career. I say do it. Stop procrastinating: feeling genuinely happy at work, thriving, not mearly surviving, being productive and earning a good income are priceless really....so do yourself a favour and invest in yourself! It might just well be the smartest thing you did in a long time... read more

Mark knows what building a career is from the inside out. What I like about him is that he's been in the corporate world and can appreciate the challenges that go along with it. I was in a repeating cycle of feeling like I was in a rut at work. Mark's ability to help me focus on what I really want out of my professional life was better than any outplacement service could deliver. Mark's also easy to talk to and he listens. He then takes what you're saying and helps you to determine what makes sense for you. I've tried other career counselors, but I never really felt that they "got" what I was feeling about my work life. It makes such a difference when you're looking for your next opportunity if you know what you really want, and what makes you feel good about working everyday. Mark's your guy if you need a wonderful career counselor. read more

Mark helped me get $10K more in my salary negotiation with his strategy and advice! He is a great career coach who helped me land a fantastic position with his innovative job search approach and unwavering support. He also gave me tools, advice and resources that helped me stand out in competitive market. The return on investment was totally worth it and I highly recommend engaging Mark and using his C-Synergy system to help you find and land a position you love. read more

I found Mark Langford through an online search and signed on with him after reading his testimonials.  I spent about 3 hard-working months with Mark. It culminated with an offer for a dream job in a different industry. His coaching is worth every penny!   The details: I am a mid-career marketing professional at a large corporation who felt stuck in a dead-end job in a declining industry.  Having interviewed for new jobs for over a year without getting any offers, I decided it was time get professional help.  I needed to shed the negativity from my existing job, and I was worried that it was impeding my job interview performance.   After our initial conversation, I knew that I wanted to work with Mark.   His approach is very engaging, supportive and results oriented and he tailored a plan specific to my needs. Mark and I worked a lot on positive thinking and on changing my job search approach.  His philosophies focus around mindfulness and authenticity - which I believe the corporate world needs a lot more of!  I started working with Mark in February and continue to practice the insights and advice he gave me on a daily  basis.  It has really helped me to move past my obstacles and to consciously create a future that I truly want.   Practically speaking, Mark also helped me identify target companies that fit me, clean up my cover letters and resumes, and put together interview tactics and strategies that helped me to stand out.  The result was increased opportunities, more clarity and focus and, ultimately, an exciting new position at a company I truly admire!   I highly recommend Mark to my friends and colleagues, but know that he requires you to work on yourself and that you get out of it what you put into it.  If you're ready for it, Mark will provide direction, challenge, support and accountability to take your game to a whole new level! read more

Mark is a true expert in career consulting and has helped me get clarity, focus my efforts, and better build my brand. His Career Synergy System, and one on one coaching, is helping me to better manage my time, plan my goals, and get motivated to create measurable results and be more productive. When I came to Mark, I was stuck. I couldn't find a way out of my rut. I knew I had potential, but I was not able to get past my limiting beliefs and behaviors. Mark is helping me to get closer to my dream, and now I feel that I have someone who can keep me on track and hold me accountable. If you are looking to get breakthroughs in your career, contact Mark. He can help you to get back on track and make impactful lasting change in your life and career. I recommend Mark without hesitation and know he would be an asset to any organization or individual. Sincerely, Alex Orellana read more

Over 25 years into my career, I felt the need to look for a coach because I was frustrated, confused, exhausted and feeling a little stuck in my current role. I still loved my job, but I felt like I was not utilizing all of my talents and creativity. I had read many "self-help" books, but I could not seem to get over the hurdle of solving my own problems. Then I connected with Mark. He was able to help me get to the heart of what was holding me back - my own limiting beliefs. Through his own rich experiences and intuition, and by working through the process he outlined for me, Mark helped me see things from a different perspective. Now I feel reenergized, empowered, confident and motivated! He has been instrumental in helping me see so many expansive possibilities not just in my career, but in my life. I'm still working with Mark on building out my new path, and I couldn't be more excited about it. Thank you Mark for making such a difference! If anyone out there is on the fence about coaching, I highly encourage you to contact Mark and see for yourself the difference that the right coach makes! read more

After a year of applying for jobs with no responses, I realized I needed help defining what I wanted to do and how to get on the radars of companies. :: insert Mark Langford :: Mark DRAMATICALLY changed my job search approach, gave me the tools to wow people on interviews, and helped refine my interviewing skills. In fact, I walked into an interview today with the skills Mark taught me and the interviewer stated how impressed they were by my approach. His modern-day advice and techniques are incredibly effective and make you stand out from the sea of resumes you're up against; you're learning a skill when you work with him. He's also incredibly efficient and resourceful. Mark is someone you absolutely want on your team when it comes to career-related advice and advancement. read more

Whether you are just starting out in your career, stuck in a rut or trying to take things to the next level, I highly recommend Mark and his C-Synergy program. I've had the pleasure of working with Mark a few times over the years and he's been an incredible and caring mentor. Mark has developed a program that will help you to dig deep, find what you are good at, identify what you really want and a path to get there. The work is hard but well worth the time and investment, I can't recommend Mark enough. read more

If you are thinking about hiring a career coach, let me save you some time and book your sessions with Mark now! He's a fine tuned machine and after a few in person sessions he elevated my professional materials including resume, LinkedIn and guided me in crafting a few additional others that I had never been introduced to. All have begun to pay dividends and yield measurable results. Mark has a tremendous amount of knowledge in his area of expertise and after implementing a few of his techniques and methods I'm definitely seeing results. I wish I'd found Mark years ago, and hope to book more sessions with Mark in the future and have already begun singing his praises to friends and family near and afar. read more

Mark is a wonderful, caring coach who goes above and beyond for his clients. I worked with Mark for a month to workshop my personal statement, my LinkedIn profile, my resume, and a number of artifacts for my job search. He gave me confidence in myself and helped me see the skills, talents, and gifts I can bring to an organization and helped me present those well in my job search. More than anything, he gave great direction on how to use networking to find opportunities and guidance. Three months now after our coaching, I've just accepted a job with world-renowned tech company. I can't recommend Mark more highly. He is professional, thorough, and deeply invested in getting the best for his coaching clients. I never felt pressured to do more than I wanted and felt heard during all of our conversations. If you need help getting to the next step of your career, doing coaching with Mark should be at the top of your list. read more