Mary Matas

Career coach · Chicago, IL · virtual

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"I will help you find your next career, whether re-entering the workforce, looking for a new position, or switching industries." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Package 1
Individuals figuring out their next career path		 Determine next career path · Create a resume reflecting client’s goals · Update LinkedIn Profile on request
Package 2
Individuals seeking comprehensive career support		 Determine client goals and best way to achieve them · Create updated resume and LinkedIn profile · Interview preparation with role-playing · Teach job search and application strategies · Weekly coaching meetings for accountability on request
Custom Package
Clients needing specific goal-focused coaching		 Hourly phone calls · Interview preparation · Navigating employment websites · Job application strategies 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 LinkedInyesyesyesyesyesyes
Interviews and offersyesyesyesyesyesyes
Job search strategyyesyesyesyesyesyes
Career direction and changeyesyesyesyesyesyes
Leadershipnononononono
Personal brandnononononono

How they work

Process
Introductory call to learn client’s background and goals · Devise a plan to address client needs · Work on resume and LinkedIn profile · Prepare for interviews with role-playing · Teach job search and application strategies · Weekly coaching meetings for accountability
Before coaching
head hunter, staffing industry (26 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

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  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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