Modern Job Transition Assistance
Laid-off, fired or a quit toxic workplace? It's not easy. I help you dig out.
I don't just support job change.
I listen, counsel, sharpen job search tools, and educate.
" I was laid off. There wasn't any help to ease the shock.
So, I've devoted my own career to helping those affected by layoffs & sudden job change."
-Adam Marinelli, Career Counselor & Owner of DIYCareerGuy
Real Support for
Job Changers...
No cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all approach
No bootcamps, assessments or inventories. Most know what they're good at & need help clearly showing it to employers. I help every individual.
Mythbusting that helps, not confuses Job Seekers
Too many career services providers are giving misguided, often harmful job search advice. A resume's goal is not to be "ATS Compliant" & bypass robots. Recruiters review resumes and we know this as experienced HR professionals!
1:1 Career Counseling, Check-ins
Everyone copes differently with job loss and has different career goals. I meet individuals where they are in their grief and help put plans into action. And I check-in often because know how it feels to be forgotten!
No promise of "dream jobs"
I can't guarantee everyone gets hired or finds a "dream job." That's unrealistic. So I help set realistic goals like increased Recruiter visibility & securing calls.
I Sharpen Job Search Tools & Educate
Resumes, LinkedIn, Search Strategy & Portfolio Reviews are a few critical elements of a cohesive job search plan. I also educate on the hiring process, recruiting, networking & help leverage AI-assisted career research so you feel empowered to "DIY" in the future.
Who We Help
In short, talent from all industries and career-levels.
Notable industries our clients have come from; Tech startups/Big Tech, Global Product Development/Management, Healthcare, Marketing, Pharmaceuticals, Government, FinTech, Finance, Retail, E-Commerce, Higher Education, K-12 Schools, Marketing/PR, Pro Sports, Non-Profits, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, CPG, Entertainment, Arts, and many more.
We also offer niche outplacement services for SMBs planning smaller layoffs of 1-40+ employees
Globally Connected with the Personal Attention of Local Business
Every single talented professional comes to me with their own story, diverse background, struggles, and ambitious career goals. I listen.
From Fortune 500s, tech startups, Big Tech, CPG, Supply Chain, Higher Ed, Government, Marketing, Manufacturing, Sports, Supply Chain, Finance & many more.
I have deep experience helping ALL career levels; Entry, Mid-Career, Management, Executive, and C-Suite, and Board of Director talent.
Why I'm Different

Empathy
I have struggled, then thrived after layoffs & sudden job change. You can get there, too.

One-on-one attention
Career counseling, custom resumes, ongoing support that's hard to get at big, old firms.

Let people grieve their way
Everyone copes differently with job loss and I NEVER downplay that.

No outdated or BS advice
Job searching sucks enough. No spray 'n pray automated application "hacks" here. Just experience & targeted approach.

Work that's never Farmed-out
You work with me and only me.
All 20+ years of experience.
My Core Career Services
Simple Steps to Get Started
Step 1:
Consultation Call
Get to know each other, gather your needs, review old documents & set clear expectations for my work.
Step 2:
Customize Services
Select from my expansive menu of career services to fit your budget and goals.
Step 3:
Onboard/Gather Docs
I reach out with onboarding docs, share estimated timelines, job links, etc.
Step 4:
I get to Work!
Edit credentials, refine job search strategy, provide ongoing check-ins, and more.

Chad B. February 2023
VP of Operations Oil & Gas

Mary S, December 2022
HR Director

Mark W. January 2023
UNC Graduate Student
