Mark Patrosso
Life coach · San Jose, CA · in person and virtual
"At Patrosso and Associates, we understand that career transitions can be overwhelming, but we’re here to guide you with empathy and expertise." (in their words, on their website)
Services
| Service | What is included | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Addiction & Wellness Coaching People dealing with addiction issues or those wanting to quit drinking, smoking, or gambling |
Work with Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor to address addiction issues | on request |
| Identifying Your Career Path with Self-Evaluation and Options Assessment New graduates or career pivoters |
Self-evaluation tools and exercises · Guided options assessment · Clarify strengths and career choices · Outline actionable next steps | on request |
| Resume Review Job seekers needing resume refinement |
Review and sharpen resume · Highlight strengths and background · Identify and fix common resume mistakes · Help craft explanations for employment gaps · Advice on functional vs chronological resumes | on request |
| Interview Preparation Job candidates preparing for interviews |
Create standout elevator pitch · Navigate different interview scenarios · Plan interview outfit · Overcome nervousness · Coaching after applications | on request |
| Fitness & Health Coaching Individuals wanting to improve health and fitness |
Specialized exercise and nutrition coaching · Create action steps for healthier lifestyle · Work with health and exercise professionals · Connections to nutritionists | on request |
As published on their website, read Sep 30, 2026.
How they compare
- 6 years coaching; the median for life coaches in our directory is 13.
Computed by Callings from the prices and experience coaches publish. Not a rating.
Where they fit
| Students | Early | Mid | Manager | Director | VP / C-suite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resume and LinkedIn | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Interviews and offers | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Job search strategy | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Career direction and change | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Leadership | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Personal brand | no | no | no | no | no | no |
How they work
- Process
- Self-evaluation and options assessment · Clarify strengths and interests · Identify career options · Outline actionable next steps · Build or refresh resume · Prepare for interviews
- Assessments
- Self-assessment inventories on strengths, interests, values, working environments, and lifestyles
- Before coaching
- Team Manager, Construction and Project Management (30 years)
Do it yourself, or hire a coach?
| Doing it yourself | Usually enough when | A coach earns the fee when | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career direction | Weeks 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. |
Times are our estimates. Try Callings.
Questions to ask before hiring
- What does it cost in total, and what is included? (no published price)
- Do you write it yourself, how many revision rounds are included, and do I keep editable files? (done-for-you writing)
- What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
- Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)
What they publish
- Prices: not found on their website
- What each service includes: yes
- A free consultation: yes
- Refund or cancellation terms: not found on their website
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