Early Career Coaching

Building the foundation for a successful and fulfilling career.

Starting Your Career Journey

The early stages of your career are both exciting and challenging. Whether you're a recent graduate exploring your options, preparing for your first professional role, or navigating the first few years of your career, having expert guidance can make all the difference.

Early Career Coaching provides practical support to help you present yourself confidently, make informed decisions, and set yourself up for long-term success. With over 25 years of experience working with graduates and early-career professionals across multiple industries, I understand the challenges you're facing and the opportunities available to you.

What Early Career Coaching Covers

Building Your Professional Foundation

Together, we'll work on the practical skills and strategies you need to launch your career successfully:

Career Exploration & Direction

  • Identify potential career paths that align with your interests and strengths

  • Explore different industries and roles to find the right fit

  • Understand what employers are looking for in your field

Application & Interview Success

  • CV review and optimisation to showcase your experience effectively

  • LinkedIn profile development to build your professional presence

  • Application strategies that get you noticed

  • Interview preparation and practice to build confidence

  • Understanding and articulating your personal brand

Setting Yourself Up for Success

  • Navigating your first professional role

  • Building confidence in the workplace

  • Understanding workplace culture and expectations

  • Developing effective communication skills

  • Setting early career goals and creating your development plan

Who This Coaching Is For

✔ Recent graduates entering the job market

✔ Professionals in their first role seeking guidance

✔ Career starters exploring their options

✔ Anyone in the early stages of building their professional career

How Career Coaching Works

Single Session: €90 per hour

Graduate Package: €250 for 3 hours (€83 per hour)

  • Ideal for comprehensive support covering multiple areas

  • Flexible scheduling across several sessions

  • Ongoing guidance as you progress

Free Discovery Call: 20-30 minutes to discuss your needs and how coaching can help. Book Discovery Call →

Coaching sessions are tailored to your specific needs and goals. We'll focus on the areas most relevant to where you are in your career journey, whether that's preparing for interviews, refining your CV, building confidence, or exploring different career paths.

Each session provides practical, actionable guidance you can apply immediately, combined with ongoing support as you navigate the early stages of your professional life.

Why Work With Me

I've spent over two decades working in HR leadership roles, recruiting, developing, and mentoring graduates and early-career professionals across diverse industries including technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and engineering. I understand what employers are looking for and how to help you stand out.

My approach combines practical expertise with genuine support, creating a safe space where you can explore options, build confidence, and develop the skills needed to succeed.

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