Stephen Seckler

Career coach · Newton, MA · in person and virtual

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"Helping Lawyers Advance Their Careers, Grow Their Practices, and Lead More Effectively Practical lawyer-to-lawyer coaching for attorneys navigating career transitions, business development, and leadership challenges." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Attorney Coaching
lawyers including law firm associates, partners, counsel, in-house lawyers, and lawyers exploring alternatives to traditional legal practice		 clarify professional goals · create action plan · support and accountability · overcome roadblocks and self limiting beliefs · customized coaching considering strengths and weaknesses on request
Business Development for Lawyers Who Hate Selling
lawyers who want to develop a practical, relationship-based approach to business development		 develop practical business development strategies · relationship-based approach · authentic marketing on request
Elevate Your Business Coaching for Career Transitions
lawyers thinking about lateral moves, launching own practice, or leaving law practice		 evaluate options · clarify goals · identify opportunities · position effectively · navigate hiring process on request
Change Your Career Path
lawyers exploring new possibilities and redefining their role		 explore new possibilities · redefine role · create meaningful career plan on request
The Next Stage: Coaching for Senior Lawyers
senior lawyers with 30+ years of practice		 navigate career transitions · succession planning · explore next stage opportunities · guided conversations · reflection exercises on request

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

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Where they fit

StudentsEarlyMidManagerDirectorVP / C-suite
Resume and LinkedInnononononono
Interviews and offersnononononono
Job search strategynoyesyesyesyesyes
Career direction and changenoyesyesyesyesyes
Leadershipnoyesyesyesyesyes
Personal brandnoyesyesyesyesyes

How they work

Process
Clarify goals · Identify obstacles · Develop strategy · Complete exercises and reflection work between sessions · Shift from strategy to implementation · Remain available by email and phone for time-sensitive issues
Assessments
Marketing Assessment, Career Assessment, Leadership Assessment, Next Stage Assessment
Before coaching
attorney, legal practice; legal recruiting professional, legal recruiting (25 years)

Do it yourself, or hire a coach?

Doing it yourselfUsually enough whenA coach earns the fee when
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.
LeadershipPeer groups, feedback from your manager, reading.You have a mentor who has done the job.A first management role or a bigger team, often paid for by the employer.

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Questions to ask before hiring

  1. What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
  2. Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)

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