Sterling Partners, LLC

Career coach · Arlington, VA · in person and virtual

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"Our approach to career planning and coaching is direct, insightful, honest and compassionate." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Career Transition
individuals in between roles		 develop a specific plan · guide on how to present yourself as an exceptional candidate on request
Personal Branding/Creating a Winning Resume and LinkedIn Profile
individuals		 resume creation · LinkedIn profile optimization on request
Job Search Strategies
individuals		 develop job search plan · strategies to stand out in competitive market on request
Considering a Career Change
individuals at a crossroads considering change		 career planning · exploration of new directions on request
Interview Preparation and Salary Negotiations
individuals		 interview coaching · salary negotiation guidance on request
Considering a Board of Directors role
individuals considering board roles		 guidance on board roles on request

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

Where they fit

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

How they work

Process
complimentary session to assess unique needs · create a plan and coaching formula · establish clear goals and career objectives · utilize one or more services as needed
Before coaching
Managing Director, retained executive search; Director of Human Resources, global talent acquisition and leadership development; Human Resources management positions, human resources; Human Resources and administrative roles, hedge fund solutions division (6 years)

Do it yourself, or hire a coach?

Doing it yourselfUsually enough whenA coach earns the fee when
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.
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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Questions to ask before hiring

  1. What does it cost in total, and what is included? (no published price)
  2. What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
  3. Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)

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