Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Career Coach do?

A career coach helps you get clear on where you want to go in your career and builds a strategy to get you there. At Shattered Glass Coaching, that means we work on things like your resume and Linked In profile optimization, job interview preparation, salary negotiation, and building the self-confidence to advocate for yourself. I don’t give generic advice you could find on Google for free. I build a personalized career roadmap based on your strengths, goals, and career situation, and I stay in your corner throughout the process.

Why do you specialize in career coaching for women, and how is it different from general career coaching?

The challenges that men and women face in the workplace are different, so the coaching needs to be different. Professional women face specific barriers: the gender pay gap, being overlooked for promotions, imposter syndrome, executive presence, navigating male-dominated industries, and the pressure to prove yourself twice as hard just to be taken seriously.

I started Shattered Glass Coaching specifically for women because I saw many brilliant, qualified women staying stuck in their careers and dealing with the same challenges. You might be talented and driven, but without the strategy and confidence to make a move, you’ll only get so far. Every tool, framework, and conversation in my career coaching is designed with professional women in mind, from how we approach salary negotiation to how we build confidence from the inside out.

What career coaching programs do you offer?

I offer private coaching, group coaching, and intensive options, so there’s a right fit whether you need a full career transformation or a strategic jumpstart.

Private Coaching:
The 90-Day Career Coaching Program is my flagship 1:1 program and the most comprehensive option I offer. It includes 12 weekly private coaching sessions, up to two ATS-optimized resumes, LinkedIn profile optimization, DISC Career Management Assessment, interview prep, salary negotiation coaching, personal brand strategy, and full access to my proprietary coaching toolkit. This is for women who are ready for a complete career transformation.

The 30-Day Career Jumpstart is designed for active job seekers who need to move fast. Over four weekly private sessions, we’ll tackle your DISC assessment, resume, LinkedIn profile, and interview preparation, giving you everything you need to launch a strategic, confident job search.

Intensive Option:
The VIP Intensive Day is a deep-dive strategy day for women who want to condense weeks of coaching into one focused session. Available virtually or in person in San Diego.

Group Coaching:
The Job Seeker Accelerator ($397/month) is for women actively searching for a new role. You get weekly group coaching calls, a 1:1 onboarding coaching session, resume review, DISC assessment, job search and networking trackers, and unlimited text and email support.

All programs are built on my Glass Ceiling Breakthrough Method, which combines tactical career strategy with real confidence building. Not sure which program is right for you? That’s exactly what the free Career Breakthrough Session is for.

What results can I expect from career coaching?

My clients typically land new jobs in 3-4 months, which is about half the industry-standard timeline of 6-7 months. Beyond the job search, clients walk away with a clear understanding of their strengths, a personal brand that positions them as a top candidate, the confidence to negotiate compensation they deserve, and a long-term career strategy. But I’ll be honest, results depend on your willingness to do the work. I bring the strategy, the tools, and the accountability. You bring the commitment.

Is career coaching worth the investment?

Here’s how I think about it: if you’re undervalued by $10K-$30K at your current job and our work together helps you negotiate a salary that reflects your actual worth, the coaching pays for itself in the first year, and keeps paying you every year after that. Beyond the financial return, my clients consistently say that the confidence and clarity they gain changes how they show up in every area of their professional lives. This isn’t a feel-good purchase. It’s a strategic investment in your earning power and career trajectory.

Is it too late to make a career change after 40?

Absolutely not! And I’d push back on the idea that it’s “late” at all. Many of my clients are in their 40s and 50s making career transitions, and they bring depth of experience, leadership skills, professional networks, and clarity about what they want. A career change after 40 is strategically redirecting 15-20+ years of expertise toward something that fits better. The key is positioning your experience as an asset, which is what we work on in coaching together.

How does job interview coaching work?

We’ll identify your strongest career stories and build them into a framework you can adapt to any question. We run mock interviews with real feedback so you’re not rehearsing scripts. You’ll learn to communicate your value authentically and confidently. I also coach you on the questions you should be asking the interviewer, how to handle curveball questions, and how to follow up strategically after the interview. We don’t focus on overly polished or scripted answers. The goal of job interview coaching is to make you the obvious choice.

Can you help me with salary negotiation?

Yes, salary negotiation coaching is one of my specialties and it’s built into every program. Most women leave money on the table because they don’t know how to ask or they’re afraid of the conversation. I teach you how to research your market value, build your case, and walk into a negotiation knowing what you’re worth and how to communicate it. My clients negotiate compensation packages that reflect their value. I’ve helped my clients secure up to 35% salary increases.

How is Shattered Glass Coaching different from other career coaches?

Speed and depth. My clients land roles in half the industry-standard time (3-4 months instead of 6-7) because we don’t just work on tactics, we build the confidence that makes those tactics actually work. I’m not handing you a resume template and wishing you luck. I’m building your job search strategy, prepping you for job interviews, coaching you through salary negotiations, and holding you accountable on the weeks when it feels hard. I also stay connected with my clients long after our formal work ends, because I care about where you land. I’m an ICF-certified career coach, the author of Authentic Success (a #1 Amazon bestseller), and I’ve been recognized as one of San Diego’s top coaches four years running.

What kind of clients do you work with?

I work with ambitious professional women who are ready to take action, not just dream about change. Many of my clients are at the Manager, Director, or VP level navigating career transitions, job searches, promotions, or leadership challenges. Some know exactly what they want and need a strategy to get there. Others know something needs to change and need help figuring out what that looks like. Either way, if you’re a woman who’s serious about building a career that matches your talent, you’re in the right place.

I’m not sure which program is right for me. How do I decide?

That’s exactly what the free Career Breakthrough Session is for. We’ll talk through where you are in your career, what you’re trying to accomplish, and I’ll recommend the program that makes the most sense for your goals and situation.