Michael Leopold

Career coach · virtual

Credentials they list: NCDA CCSP, PARWCC CPRW, SHRM SHRM-SCP

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"Our A to Z career coaching program guides you through all stages of the job hunt" (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Career Exploration & Discovery
people unsure of their career paths, first job seekers, career transitioners		 discussion of current career, likes and dislikes, important factors in next role · Strong Interest Inventory assessment · personalized list of careers with details · resources for job openings and recruiter referrals · one-on-one sessions to explore options and plan career on request
Resume Optimization
high school and college students, young professionals, career changers, executives		 2 sessions · at least 2 live sessions in person or virtually · new resume optimized for ATS · industry and job specific terminology · strategy advice on marketing and storytelling · tips for leveraging resume in interviews on request
Salary Negotiation Assistance
job seekers with a job offer or expecting one		 review of resume and job description · planning session · script for negotiation with reasons and market research · guidance on negotiation process and contact person · pay only if salary increased, typically 30% of increase on request
HR Consulting
organizations seeking talent management and organizational development solutions		 project-based services · design and facilitation of leadership training · job description template creation · work visa sponsorship process · professional coaching on request
Speaking Engagements college and career readiness · demystifying college admissions · whole leadership · career theory and selection · emotional intelligence on request

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

Where they fit

StudentsEarlyMidManagerDirectorVP / C-suite
Resume and LinkedInyesyesyesyesyesyes
Interviews and offersyesyesyesyesyesyes
Job search strategyyesyesyesyesyesyes
Career direction and changeyesyesyesyesyesyes
Leadershipnononononono
Personal brandyesyesyesyesyesyes

How they work

Process
Intro chat to hear story, goals, challenges, and questions · Career assessment and discussion · Personalized career exploration and planning · Resume writing process with at least two sessions · Salary negotiation planning and execution · Ongoing support until job offer accepted
Assessments
Strong Interest Inventory
Before coaching
Human Resources consultant, corporate human resources and consulting; Worked on backend of Applicant Tracking Systems, corporate HR at hedge fund and Fortune 500 company

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.
Interviews3 to 6 hours of practice out loud per interview process. Callings can prepare you for each job you track.Early rounds in a format you know.Final rounds, panels, a new kind of role, or you tend to freeze.
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.

Times are our estimates. Try Callings.

Questions to ask before hiring

  1. What does it cost in total, and what is included? (no published price)
  2. Do you write it yourself, how many revision rounds are included, and do I keep editable files? (done-for-you writing)
  3. If I land a job partway through, what happens to the sessions I have not used? (multi-session package)
  4. What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
  5. Which body issued your credential, and can I check it there? (credential listed)

Their website promises results: "Our resumes are guaranteed to land you interviews .... or a full refund!". No coach can guarantee a job, interviews or a placement rate. Be careful with anyone who does, and with promises of a "hidden job market" or exclusive recruiter access.

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