Barbara Turner-Michaelson

Career coach · Cincinnati, OH · in person and virtual

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Career Coaching
Freshman through Senior as well as Alums at Xavier University
one-on-one counseling in all areas of career development · choosing/changing a college major · resume/cover letter creation and enhancement · internship and job search · interview prep on request
Resume and Cover Letter Development/Improvement resume development · cover letter development/improvement on request
Career Exploration
those unsure how to fit their interests and skills into a fulfilling career
variety of techniques and assessments on request
Career Change Coaching
those wanting to take their career in a different direction or an existing career to higher level
career change guidance on request
Personal Coaching
college students and young adults for academic, career and life decisions; elementary school age for academic support and study skills; middle age and older adults in transition
academic support · study skills · life decisions coaching · transition coaching on request

As published on their website, read Sep 30, 2026.

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Where they fit

StudentsEarlyMidManagerDirectorVP / C-suite
Resume and LinkedInyesyesyesyesyesyes
Interviews and offersnononononono
Job search strategynononononono
Career direction and changeyesyesyesyesyesyes
Leadershipnononononono
Personal brandnononononono

How they work

Process
Meet biweekly with clients · Create interactive and engaging assignments · Empower clients to make lifestyle changes · Assist clients in discovering a clear vision · Facilitate and guide through major life transitions
Assessments
MBTI, Strong Interest Inventory, My Plan, Skills Sort

Do it yourself, or hire a coach?

Doing it yourselfUsually enough whenA coach earns the fee when
Resume4 to 8 hours for a strong base, then about 30 minutes per posting. Callings can tailor it to each job.You are staying in the same field and level and have recent results to cite.You are changing field or level, coming back after a long break, or many applications brought no interviews.
Career directionWeeks of reading and conversations about roles that fit. Callings can show your strengths and the pay for each role.You already have two or three target roles.You do not know what comes next, or you want structure and a formal assessment.

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