Larry Drummond

Career coach · Chicago Area, IL · in person and virtual

Credentials they list: HRCI SPHR

"I have a passion for helping struggling leaders and for improving organizational culture." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Personalized 1-on-1 Leadership Coaching
new or struggling leaders, managers, supervisors, team leads
individualized coaching · behavioral psychology based · core leadership principles coaching: Respect for People, Consistency, Servant Leadership, Balance, Clear Expectations, Accountability, Effective Communication, Problem Solving 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 LinkedInnonoyesyesyesyes
Interviews and offersnonoyesyesyesyes
Job search strategynonoyesyesyesyes
Career direction and changenononononono
Leadershipnononononono
Personal brandnononononono

How they work

Process
Understand the problem or opportunity · Develop a specific solution that meets client needs · Focus on respect for people as foundation · Balance company culture and quantitative results for long term success
Before coaching
operational leadership, change management, training, and coaching, Lean Six Sigma and operational leadership (34 years)

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.

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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. Which body issued your credential, and can I check it there? (credential listed)
  4. Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)

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