Helping you equip scholars for success
— within and beyond academia.
An institution’s reputation is built on the success of the graduate students and postdoctoral scholars it supports.
To address their diverse career goals and challenges, specialized professional development programs are essential.
This is where my expertise comes into play.
Why Tailored Workshops Matter.
With over two decades of experience working exclusively with graduate students and postdocs, I’ve witnessed how tailored professional development can be transformative—especially compared to one-size-fits-all programs that often miss the mark for PhD-level scholars.
As both a career coach and licensed mental health counselor, I’ve facilitated hundreds of workshops across STEM, humanities, and social sciences.
Each program uses:
Discipline-specific language
Field-relevant examples and case studies
Insights into the unique cultures, timelines, and career decision-making of academic disciplines
Flexible Formats.
Ready to Collaborate!
If you’re interested in bringing a workshop or custom workshop series to your campus or organization, contact me here.
Most Requested Workshops
From Vision To Reality
Length: 90 minutes–2 hours
Formats: In-person or virtual
Pricing: Starting at $1500
Setting meaningful, achievable goals aligned with your long-term vision
A structured planning routine to manage time effectively
How to speak with a mentor about goals and address misalignments
Creating Connections that Propel Your Career
Length: 90 minutes
What I Cover:
How building professional relationships can accelerate career growth and unlock opportunities.
A low stress yet effective approach to building authentic connections.
Practical strategies to expand professional networks and nurture existing relationships.
Embracing a New Identity for a New Direction
Formats: In-person or virtual
What I Cover:
The emotional barriers that could hinder your decision to pivot.
Strategies to reimagine your professional identity outside of academia and chart a new path.
How to build a foundation for exploring career options and making well-informed decisions about your future.
Navigating Salary Negotiations with Ease
What I Cover:
The importance of preparation and research in determining a fair and equitable salary range.
Insights into overcoming common fears and pitfalls.
Practical tools to advocate for yourself and secure the compensation you deserve.
Strategies for Addressing Common Mentor/Mentee Issues
What I Cover:
To identify the root causes of common mentor/mentee issues.
A practical framework for initiating difficult conversations with your mentor.
Techniques to foster a positive and productive working relationship with your mentor.
Additional Topics Include
Career Exploration
Transferable Skills
Resume & Cover Letters
