Michael Margolin

Leadership coach · Santa Monica, CA · in person and virtual

Credentials they list: ICF PCC

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"I coach the person, not the position." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
One-on-One Executive Coaching
professionals ready to elevate their careers and expand their leadership capabilities		 identify strategies and skills to advance · address challenges · develop actionable plan to enhance effectiveness and influence on request
One-on-One Personal Coaching
people feeling stuck or unsure about next steps		 identify what’s important · establish clear path forward · unlock potential · achieve fulfilling personal and professional life on request
Group Coaching
small group of 6-9 peers facing similar challenges		 structured framework for processing challenges · encourage accountability and collaboration · foster supportive environment · strengthen sense of community on request

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

How they compare

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Where they fit

StudentsEarlyMidManagerDirectorVP / C-suite
Resume and LinkedInnononononono
Interviews and offersnononononono
Job search strategynonoyesyesyesyes
Career direction and changenonoyesyesyesyes
Leadershipnonoyesyesyesyes
Personal brandnononononono

How they work

Process
Discovering Your True Self · Developing Strategic Goals · Implementing Your Action Plan · Committing to Continuous Improvement
Before coaching
Co-founder and business owner, self-defense and fitness (25 years); Therapist, psychology; Co-founder, Krav Maga Worldwide self-defense company (25 years)

Do it yourself, or hire a coach?

Doing it yourselfUsually enough whenA coach earns the fee when
Job searchA target list, a weekly plan and steady outreach. Callings builds the weekly plan and tracks every application, free.Interviews are coming in.Three months without traction, or a senior search that runs on your network.
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.
LeadershipPeer groups, feedback from your manager, reading.You have a mentor who has done the job.A first management role or a bigger team, often paid for by the employer.

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