
"I feel like I'm getting nowhere..."
We've all been there, they said "They would call" but they never do. NOW WHAT? Back to the job boards?!?! NOT without a strategy!
Whether you’re trying to survive a layoff, looking for your dream job, or trying to pivot into a new line of work, Ascend can help you!

DON'T JUST WAIT TO BE NOTICED LIKE A BUMP ON A LOG!!!!
Complete our Career Strategy Program
Career Strategy is a three-month program that gives executive job seekers the skills they need to get the results you want.
You've tried it your way long enough, face it you just aren't getting the traction you deserve.
Finding a new role requires a strategy!
Our program will make sure:
You are absolutely clear on how to navigate job boards
You understand the role your resume plays in your job search
Your resume is optimized for impact
You know how to maintain your resume between opportunities when to customize and when not to
You know how to get executive recruiters excited about working for you
You have a process to find the work you want that yields optimal resumes
You know what timeframe to back away from jobs that aren’t going anywhere
You know how to market yourself to the companies you want to work for whether they have an opening or not
You know how to ace a phone screen, and in-person interview
You can identify potential pitfalls in your presentation, so you aren’t losing offers
How to answer all interview questions confidently, even the ones about pay
You know how to follow up on job opportunities without being blacklisted
You understand when a decision-maker or recruiter has stopped listening and how to get them back.
You know how to stand out in a saturated marketplace
You have the systems and tools to connect with the right people
You confidently present your strengths and value
You get the work you love
How it Works:
There six areas of focus in this program, delivered through up to three monthly in-person or virtual private coaching sessions. We will tailor the program to work in the areas that make the most sense for where you are and where you’re going.
Get in the Game
Your journey starts here! This is where you’ll get into the right frame of mind to tackle the long road ahead. Along the way you will:
Understand what it takes to conduct a successful job search
Learn how to leverage your resume (What works, what doesn’t work)
Learn how to use the job boards correctly for maximum impact
Learn how to stay mentally healthy for interview sake
Learn how to nail the Phone Screen
Learn how to explain your current situation tactically
Establish a support network
Lock down great resources
And much more
Anticipate the winding roads
Great journeys are never straight lines. Together, we’ll take a few side trips to help you learn how to answer tough questions that often can be deal breakers.
As you build confidence in your vision for change, you will:
Develop fluid responses to tough questions, including leaving your last employer, employment gaps, ageism, and compensation
Gain familiarity with the unspoken barriers of your job search and learn how to manage them
Understand your strengths, skills and weaknesses in your interview presentation.
Learn to navigate request to change your resume. Everyone wants something different how to defend yours
And much more
Know Your Direction
Armed with clarity about where you are in your career, what you really want, and what to do to get it, we’ll work to help you understand how to get to your destination. With your clearly defined finish line, you will:
Possess a clear picture of the marketplace, you shouldn’t fear competition, but you must acknowledge it.
Discover HIDDEN opportunities that align with your vision, interests and skills
Learn how to utilize all your resources, without becoming solely dependent on one executive recruiter.
Create a path to your ideal job, even if you must make a pit stop along the way.
And much more
Accelerate Your Pace
Now it’s time to break away from the pack with a clear, compelling value proposition. As we create your personal brand, you will:
Create your professional brand to differentiate you from the pack
Develop a compelling elevator pitch
Build a strong career narrative that tells your story
Create a clear, concise resume that makes you stand out
Develop a compelling LinkedIn profile that draws interest from recruiters and hiring managers
Develop the templates and materials you need to make a powerful impression
And much more
Tracking Your Progress
Everything must be tracked otherwise how will you remember where you came from. As we create your detailed action plan, you will:
Track which search strategies worked best for optimizing your search efforts
Develop a system to manage contacts and stay on track
Review prior interview and phone screens to determine how well you are implementing all you have learned.
And much more
Cross the Finish Line
This is where you get results and putting everything together for the final push. As we see the finish line coming into focus, you will:
Deliver concise, memorable stories that demonstrate your value proposition
Assess offers objectively
Negotiate effectively
Land your dream job
Join today and receive:
3 months of personal, dedicated one-on-one coaching
Detailed discovery session (90 minutes)
Up to 3 coaching sessions per month
Unlimited email correspondence
Unlimited On-demand spot coaching
Resume review; LinkedIn review
Access to exclusive career resources and tools
Start this program today!