I was initially skeptical about hiring a career coach. After two layoffs in two years, it felt like…read morea total gut punch to my confidence and I wasn't sure anyone could actually help. Jeff proved me completely wrong. What sets him apart is how he rebuilt my entire approach from scratch. We identified personality strengths I'd overlooked, explored industries I hadn't considered, and he taught me networking strategies that actually work. His interview prep was incredibly helpful. He helped me reframe my layoffs as resilience stories rather than red flags. In four and a half months, I went from zero prospects to two solid offers. I landed a role selling a physical product I genuinely love, with a $22,400 salary increase. This was way more than I expected. The photo here is from our recent hike up Piestewa Peak to celebrate my new job. That's the kind of coach Jeff is. He actually cares deeply about your wins. If you're looking for a career transition coach or life coach in Phoenix, Jeff is the real deal. He didn't just help me find a meaningful job - he helped me rebuild my confidence across my entire life.

Working with Jeff was one of the best decisions I made during my job search. I wanted a coach who…read morecould go beyond surface-level advice and really help me strengthen both my strategy and my confidence. Jeff did exactly that. From resume and interview prep to salary negotiations, Jeff guided me through every stage of the process. His role-play sessions and strategy conversations gave me a level of clarity and confidence I hadn't had before. I walked into each interview more prepared and more authentic. When I reached out late one evening during the final round of negotiations, Jeff made himself available almost immediately to talk things through. That kind of responsiveness showed how invested he is in his clients' success. Thanks to Jeff's coaching, I ended up with two great offers -- and the confidence to negotiate a more flexible remote schedule and additional equity. More importantly, I felt certain I was choosing the right path for me. If you're looking for someone who will challenge you, support you, and help you navigate major career decisions with confidence and clarity, Jeff is the person you want by your side.

My wife and I spent six and a half hours in our initial session with Michelle. It was helpful, but…read moredid not address a major concern (which had been presented to her prior to our first meeting). Within a week of our counseling session our marriage was worse than before. I contacted Michelle and she said that my wife is very guarded about her issues and the likelihood is that she doesn't want to work on herself. Michelle was correct. In hindsight I regret we agreed to such a long initial session. I think we should have limited our initial session to an hour or two. It could have flushed out my wife's lack of willingness and commitment to counseling and saved us an enormous amount of money with no positive result.

Michelle is uniquely talented at discovering the core issues in a marriage and articulating it in a…read moreway that is easy to understand and follow. She provides practical advice based on the information she gathers in her session. My wife and I value a no nonsense approach to improving our marriage and Michelle provided that. She was carrying , thoughtful, and inspiring. We walked out of her office feeling reborn in our marriage.

Julie is truly my secret weapon, and every glowing review about her is 100% true…read more When I first started working with her, I was stuck in a career I didn't enjoy after 8 years in the same field. I felt trapped -- my skills didn't feel transferable, I didn't want to take a pay cut, and I wasn't sure what direction to go. Within 3 months, Julie helped me land a brand new role in a completely different industry with better hours, fully remote, and paying more than my previous job. Her resumes are incredible. She has such a talent for making your experience shine and tailoring it perfectly to each role. And her interview prep? Unmatched. I won't give away her secrets, but I've never walked into an interview more confident or prepared -- and this is coming from someone who's interviewed plenty of people myself. She also offers a $300/month service where you can ask questions, get feedback, and lean on her for advice whenever you need it. It's worth every penny -- even when I felt like I was messaging her nonstop, she always responded with thoughtful, helpful guidance. What makes Julie stand out most is her honesty. She doesn't sugarcoat things, and that's exactly what makes her so effective. If your interview answers are too long, she'll tell you. If something on your resume doesn't land, she'll fix it. She asks the right questions, pushes you to be clear about what you want, and helps you find opportunities that truly fit your goals and lifestyle. I recommend her to everyone I know. My fiancé and I both landed dream jobs within 3 months of working with her. Investing in Julie was hands down one of the best career decisions I've ever made.

I have worked with Julie on several occasions over the past four years, searching for a shift in…read morejobs and careers. She has been nothing short of amazing to work with! She has completely revamped my LinkedIn, and provided me with résumé copies and coaching advice. she truly wants to help people and that is why all of my referrals go to her. I landed my dream job in Medical device!

In the midst of trying to update my resume, a close friend recommended I hire someone to do it for…read moreme. So after some searching on LinkedIn I was directed to Krista! We connected immediately after I reached out and she was clear on the steps she has for ensuring our success. This includes filling out a brief questionnaire of our career goals/expectations for her and a phone call to go over it. During our call she also was clear on all of my questions. I like how she is upfront about the entire process and keeps you looped in while she works. As part of my package she also re-wrote my cover letter (another help, since I am not a writer whatsoever!). We made a few drafts after the initial, and it came back quickly! I would say having her on my professional side has been a positive experience so far!

Krista was exactly what I needed when I hit a bit of a job searching rut. When revising my resume,…read moreshe did a fantastic job of highlighting all my greatest and most relevant accomplishments. By asking the right questions about my career goals and typing a very targeted cover letter, she helped me get the attention of prospective employers.

I contacted John last year as I needed guidance on how to navigate a difficult career transition…read moreperiod which involved looking for a new job. I had never used a life coach before but I needed coaching to keep me focused during a challenging and uncertain time. I met with John and over the course of three sessions we were able to revise my resume and LinkedIn, discuss interview strategies and develop a plan to find a new job. Due to John's coaching I was able to stay focused and secure a new full time job in my industry. I am in a stable place with my career now and I can credit John as being the critical force that got me through that initial period of uncertainty. I would wholly recommend John's coaching for anyone in a similar situation. Thank you!

I reached out to John when I was feeling burnt out from my corporate career and feeling unsure…read moreabout the future. John is a great guy and he helped me find a new career path (actually in life and career coaching ironically). I'm now feeling incredibly energized and John has been an open book with me on what led him to be successful in his own practice. I appreciate the knowledge and inspiration I've received from John. Thanks, John!

I applied for a position and was immediately contacted by a representative. We had a video…read moreinterview, and all went well. He said he liked my resume and background and thought I was a great fit for the position. I emailed him a Thank you for the interview and was excited to move forward. I got no response. I emailed him again, checking in on the position and asking if I would be able to interview with the company. Again, no reply. If you don't want to work with me, or you think I'm unemployable, just say so. Don't ignore me. It is unprofessional and rude. I have a solid resume and working background and thought your company was there to work with me.

Awarding LHH a couple more stars because I was contacted about a previous review and my issues were…read moreaddressed in their entirety, and to my satisfaction. I was assigned a new consultant and she has done a great job. (Thank you Nancy!) If your company cares and provides you with this service, make sure to take advantage of if. I specially recommend the onsite sessions, they are great opportunities to network and share ideas with others going through a similar transition. If you are looking for a job, considering consulting, or starting your own business, Lee Hecht Harrison has a multitude of valuable resources to tap into. They also have some webinars to help you get familiar with what is offered. Overall, I am happy with the services they provide.