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Has your job search
hit a dead end?

Are you putting in TONS of work, but seeing no results?

Are you sending out new job applications day-after-day, week-after-week, with not even ONE response email in your inbox?

Are you feeling frustrated, disheartened, and, quite frankly, at the end of your rope?

Do you feel like if you have to refresh Indeed ONE more time to see if any new jobs have been posted… you just might pull your hair out?

…And are you feeling a little lost in what you really want to be doing as a job anyways?

You’re not alone. 

In fact, according to the Washington Post:

"71% of Americans"
are currently looking to change their jobs.

And they're experiencing the same frustrations as you.

What they need - and what YOU need - is a jumpstart.

NOW, Picture the following scenario…

Instead of feeling anxious… you feel EXCITED about your job search, and all the possibility that awaits you.

Instead of feeling stressed… you feel PREPARED. You know your resume, cover letter, and application materials are perfect, and you’re eager to share them with prospective employers. 

Instead of feeling lost… you feel CONFIDENT that you’re on the right track for your life and career. You have found a career path that suits your skills, your passions, and your desires, and you are READY to dive into your next opportunity. 

This is what the Job Search Jumpstart Program can do for you!

How Job Search Jumpstart Can Help YOU

Let me be clear: the goal of Job Search Jumpstart isn’t just to find you a job – it’s to you find you YOUR perfect next career move, for this particular moment in your life. 

So if you are…

-A recent graduate who’s feeling a little lost on exactly what to do with this newfound degree of yours, and how to turn your work and skills into a meaningful career for YOU

-A working professional who has found his or herself in a time of transition. Whether you’re looking to change careers, you recently lost or left a job, or you’re looking for a more senior role that better fits your skills and accomplishments, you’re seeking something new, and you need some help qualifying EXACTLY what that new thing is (and gaining the peace of mind in knowing it IS the right next move for you. 

-A new mom who’s re-entering the workforce and looking for a job that’s more in line with your new priorities, but still allows you to thrive and flourish in this next stage of your career

-Seriously struggling with work-life balance, and are thinking that a new job might offer relief and a welcome change. 

-Or someone who’s just looking for a CHANGE… but you’re not quite sure what that change is yet. You just know you’re unhappy and feeling unfulfilled in your work (trust me – I’ve been there!), and are looking to do something about it. 

… Then yes, Job Search Jumpstart is for you!

A Holistic Approach to Career Change

And as important as I know it is for you to A. Find a job, and B. Find a job that fulfills you… I’m a realist. I know that your job and career doesn’t exist in a separate world from the rest of your life – I get that! 

This is why in our work to find your next perfect job, we focus on the big picture. A perfect job is meaningless if it doesn’t line up with your other major priorities in your life.

In Job Search Jumpstart, we’re not only going to focus on your career and new job goals – we’re also going to focus on the other meaningful areas of your life. Your family goals. Your relationship goals. Your health goals. Your leisure time and outside-of-work goals (which are crucial for creating a healthy work-life balance!)

Examining your ideal life and career paths holistically will ensure we work to find a new job that falls in line with your values and priorities, and leads to the best possible quality of life for you. 

My goal as your coach is to help you reach your full potential – in your work and in your life.

Alyssa Anne Austin

Why Work With Me?

Hi! I’m Alyssa Austin. I’m a certified life coach with a focus on career and confidence building. I’m the author of the Amazon best-selling book, “35 Days of Confidence: Find Your Voice, Fulfill Your Dreams and Focus Your Inner Power,” and I spend my days coaching motivated individuals how to achieve their personal and professional goals. 

But just a few years ago, I was in your shoes.

From 2011-2018, I found myself hopping from job to job every couple of years, trying to find a role where I would feel happy, appreciated, and fulfilled in the work that I was doing. Along the way, I made my way up the corporate ladder. I became a manager, and then a senior manager. I won awards. I coached others to success. My clients were happy. My career – on paper (or on LinkedIn) – was thriving.

But I was unhappy. And here’s why:

…Because I wasn’t using my gifts and my talents.

…Because I wasn’t contributing to the world around me in a way that I found meaningful.

…Because my work-life balance was wayyyy off (I later learned this was because I was letting work follow me everywhere, and wasn’t using my time outside of the office intentionally to refuel my tank.

And a host of other reasons. 

But the thing that ALWAYS brought me joy and fulfillment in my work was helping others achieve their goals. 

So in 2016, I officially started my own coaching business: Poised & Professional, and in 2018, I quit my corporate job to dedicate my time and energy to my coaching business full-time. The goal of my work is to equip and empower motivated professionals like yourself to create their dream lives and careers, and over the last 6+ years, I’ve been able to help over 300+ wonderful clients do exactly that. 

I personally believe that EVERYone deserves to live a passionate, purposeful life of their own design. And not only that – I believe that this ideal life is completely 100% available to each of us – you just have to gain absolute clarity on what it is that you want, set meaningful goals, and take the necessary action to get there. 

Why I Created Job Search Jumpstart

I created Job Search Jumpstart as a solution.

In my first 2 years of being a Career Coach, I’ve was helping dozens of searchers and dream seekers hone in on their unique gifts, find jobs that fit their skills and aptitudes, and sail through the application and interview process with confidence.

And wouldn’t you know it?

The same hang-ups 🙅🏻‍♀️

…the same questions ❓

…the same self-doubts 😣

…the same STRUGGLES 🏔

Started popping up over and over and again with each client. Questions like:

“Why aren’t I hearing anything back from job applications?”

“How can I make my resume stand out?”

“I get so nervous before interviews, how can I feel more prepared and confident?”

“I don’t know WHAT I want to do… but I know I need a change. Can you help?”

So I decided to take these questions and create an all-inclusive program to help job seekers “jumpstart” their career change holistically and put YOU on the path to your personal version of  life and career success. 

Alyssa Writing in Chair

What Others Have to Say About Job Search Jumpstart

"Alyssa didn’t just write me a resume and find me some job postings... Alyssa helped me change my life to get exactly what I wanted out of it! From our first conversation to our last, Alyssa was not only thorough in my experience and what I wanted in a job but what I wanted out of life, and that is how she personalized the rest of the direction of our sessions. She helped me gain confidence and see the real value I could bring to a team. Thanks to Alyssa I landed my dream job - from the job description, to the company culture, to the pay, and even the schedule - it’s as if I dreamed up my perfect opportunity and made it come to life.That was thanks to Alyssa! I could tell I wasn’t just another number or client to her; Alyssa truly cares about her clients and wants to see them succeed!"
Sophia E.
San Diego, CA
"After being laid off in March 2020 and unemployed for 6 months, I contacted Alyssa to help me with my resume because I knew there would be a lot of competition with so many people out of work. After working with Alyssa not only did I have a stellar resume, but her coaching gave me the motivation and confidence I needed to shine in my interviews, and get the salary I desired at an amazing company. I got interviews within days of applying, and had 3 job offers! Her candor is warm and professional, she really knew her stuff. I would definitely recommend her to my friends, family, and colleagues!"
Cain
Cain L.
San Diego, CA
"Alyssa helped me so much during a transitional period in my career journey. Using her Job Search Jumpstart program, she helped me sort through not only what I was qualified to do, but what kind of roles I could look for that I might not have found myself. She did beautiful work on my resume and other materials to put me in the best position as I was submitting applications. She's also lovely and so fun to meet with! I would recommend her services for anyone looking for balanced and holistic guidance."
Grace I.
San Diego, CA
"If you are looking for assistance during a career transition, or to want to get out of a rut in your current position, I cannot recommend Alyssa enough! Alyssa has been a huge asset during this time of change and unpredictability. She has coached me with everything from resume and cover letter writing to interpreting online job descriptions to packaging my skills and experiences in the military to apply during interviews. Alyssa is incredibly thorough in her responses, always timely in answering my questions, and constantly encourages me to reach my full potential. Alyssa has found her true calling in career coaching and I am grateful to have been on the receiving end of her services."
Morgan H.
Portales, NM
"With Alyssa’s help, I have jump-started my plan to launch my next act. Alyssa's methods helped me refine my thinking about my career to-date and allowed me to home in on the things that are most important to me. When I first engaged Alyssa I was not certain to what degree her counsel would affect my next steps... I can now affirm that even for the most seasoned and senior-level performer, having Alyssa as your coach is a game changer! I will likely check in with Alyssa for a tune-up and I urge others who have used her services to plan on doing the same."
Deborah G.
San Diego, CA
"Alyssa was amazing to work with for career services, including updating my resume and answering questions to aid in my job search. Immediately I felt comfortable working with her as she was incredibly responsive and asked all the right questions to get to the heart of what I needed. Her knowledge base of the marketing field I am in and ability to pull out information in our conversations to craft a cohesive story about my career path was invaluable. I highly recommend hiring Alyssa if you are ready to look for your next job."
Jess
Jess M.
San Diego, CA
"I was looking for someone to help me with my job search after a 5 year gap as a stay-at-home-mom and Alyssa was very reassuring that she could help. She is very personable and easy to talk to on the phone. She worked with me back and forth via email until I was happy with the result. Thanks Alyssa!"
Nana N.
San Diego, CA
"Alyssa was pivotal in rewriting my resume to current standards. She placed pertinent information in a clear and concise manner which has resulted in prospective employers contacting me from their searches. I have received favorable responses from companies to which I've applied. Her coaching style is forthright and her suggestions are valid. Highly recommend Alyssa as a partner in your future!"
Vickie A.
San Diego, CA
"Don't wait. Get her while you still can. I was dragging my feet on updating my somewhat stale resume and linkedin information. I needed some external motivation and Alyssa was great! She was quick to respond. Super positive and encouraging. She had great feedback and direction and it was just the little push I needed. Thanks Alyssa!
RC
RC K.
San Diego, CA
"I was fortunate enough to have connected with Alyssa Austin through LinkedIn. She took the time to thoroughly explain the process and importance of a strong, well-written resume. She patiently “interviewed” me in order to determine my strengths to then articulately highlight them. She consistently provided an unrivaled level of service, professionalism, and follow-through. For anyone who is need of job search guidance, I highly recommend Alyssa as she is knowledgeable, detail oriented and genuinely provides a layer of support."
Kim
Kim D.
San Diego, CA
"Working with Alyssa has been an absolute delight! My resume was in serious need of a “makeover” and after several failed connections with people selling services I didn’t need or charging crazy fees, I found Alyssa. We talked almost immediately, she listened, made suggestions, and voila - within a week, she delivered an end product I couldn’t have done myself with professional touches included. Thank you Alyssa!"
Nasrene
Nasrene, P
San Diego, CA
"I am in the sunset of my career and Alyssa assisted greatly with providing the tools and tips to find the right job fit. She worked on getting to know the real me, my skills, interests, passions and hopes for would I’m looking for. Alyssa also perfected my out of date old resume, and exceeded all expectations. She was very prompt, so helpful and always was on top of wanting to help out! Could not asked for anyone better to assist me and was beyond pleased with the final result!"
John R.
John R.
San Diego, CA
"I was a little hesitant based on some sub-par resume/career coach experiences thus far, but Alyssa was fantastic all around! We had a brief phone conversation in where I talked through my current career path, discussed my perceived strengths, and articulated my high-level vision/goals moving forward. She was open and honest with my existing career profile, as well as with some of the potential challenges associated with my career course, and provided consistent and thorough inputs throughout the process… Overall, Alyssa was a pleasant and easy person to talk to and I highly recommend her services!"
Brandon
Brandon B.
San Diego, CA

So… How Does Job Search Jumpstart Work?

In this life and career transformation jumpstart program, we’ll walk through the process of brainstorming & ideating your ideal career, and then work 1:1 to reverse-engineer it, find viable options, and equip you with tools for success. 

Self Discovery

With my help, we will go through a time-tested system of self-discovery and personal assessment to help you understand your unique strengths, talents, aptitudes, passions and values. 

Visualization

A great job means nothing if it doesn’t line up with your other priorities in life. We will clearly define what your ideal life looks like, and how your ideal career fits into that beautiful puzzle

Jumpstart!

From there, we will design your Ideal Job from scratch, set criteria for your job search, and dive head-first into an invigorated, empowered, confident career search journey – together. 

By the Numbers: Here’s What You Get

(Full details of each package explained below)

  • Action-Focused Calls including: Strength-Finder Assessment, Job Criteria Discovery & Ongoing Job Search Strategy calls, where I’ll serve as YOUR personal Career Coachto help you navigate your job search.
  • Ready-to-apply jobs selected and curated based on your needs.
  • Application Materials Overhaul, including an optimized resume, cover letter & LinkedIn profile.
  • An overview of potential ideal career paths for YOU based on thematic assessment.
  • Interview + salary negotiation coaching. 
  • Direct text & email access to ME as your personal career & life coach for the entire duration of our program.

All aspects of my Career Coaching programs can be conducted 100% virtually. However, if you are local to San Diego and looking for a local San Diego Career Coach to meet with, we have the option to meet in person as well!

A Dedicated Life & Career Change Partner

I’ll be there in your corner to provide dedicated Job Search Support and Opportunity Coaching UNTIL you find your perfect job. I’ll help you stay accountable to the goals we set together, and be your job-search (and life-change) right-hand-woman – a partner there to offer motivation, objective feedback, and practiced techniques for finding success in the job search and application process. 

Finding a new job or changing careers can be incredibly difficult – and I’m here to assure you that you do NOT have to do it alone. 

Your Journey Begins HERE!

Choose from the options below to find the solution to YOUR job search and career progression struggles, and start creating your dream life and career.

Application Materials Overhaul

$450

Fully revised resume (up to 2 versions)*

New cover letter

LinkedIn profile audit + optimization

*Resume-only option also available (cost: $300)

 Job Search Jumpstart Program

$1,050

2 1:1 Strength Finder + Job Criteria Calls to discover the true value of your skills & capabilities

15+ ready-to-apply jobs chosen for you, based on your skills, strengths & desires

Fully revised resume, cover letter & LinkedIn profile

A final 1:1 call to review potential jobs and set ongoing job search strategy moving forward (so you know EXACTLY how to approach your job search to get results)

1 Month of Unlimited Job Search Support & Personal Coaching

**60-Day Interview Guarantee from delivery date of Application Materials

Career Pivot Collaboration Program

$1,750

A 3-month program designed to help you navigate a desired career pivot

6 1:1 Strategy Calls, including Strength Finder, Ideal Job Visualization & Career Path Comparison, to allow for maximum self-discovery and build a foundation for an intentional career transition

Curated career path options + ready-to-apply jobs chosen for you BY me, based on your skills, strengths & desires, which we will review and explore together

Fully revised resume, cover letter & LinkedIn profile

Unlimited review of job opportunities, resume and application materials, emails for specific job applications (basically any time you need a 2nd pair of eyes on something before submitting) for 3-month duration of program

Coaching throughout interview & offer process (including salary negotiations) as needed

**60-Day Interview Guarantee from delivery date of Application Materials

“Empowered YOU” – A Premium Program for Total Life + Career Revitalization

$3,500

A premium-6 month program fully designed to support you through a major life + career transition

Ideal for those who are also looking to incorporate starting or growing a business into their career landscape

6 Months of Unlimited Career Development Support & Personal Coaching

Weekly checkins and action planning after Month 1 to keep you on track to goals we’ll set together

To learn more about this premium program and determine it it’s the right fit for you, schedule a call with me here.

All programs above come with the option of adding on Custom Interview Prep Strategy + Coaching where, for just an additional $300, we’ll:

  • Create YOUR personal “cheat sheet” for telling your unique story with confidence in interviews
  • Prepare for common and currently asked interview questions
  • Complete a “Mock Interview” together to give you the best launch pad for interview success. 

If you’re interested in adding on this Interview Prep work, we can do that at any time during our partnership. 

And one last thing.. 

As your coach, my promise to you is that I will serve as a continued source of motivation, positivity, accountability and candor (A.K.A. No BS!), for the length of our partnership. 

Accountability is a key piece of the work we’ll do together if you become one of my coaching clients! I will be a resource for you, available any time – always in your corner to provide a sounding board for ideas, an accountability reminder, or a kick in the butt, when needed!

My goal is to help YOU find a job that you absolutely love – and take real, meaningful steps towards changing your life for the better along the way. 

I am truly passionate about helping others find the way that they were meant to serve others and fulfill their purpose in their world. As your coach, I promise I will be fully committed to helping you do just this, and building your own life of passion, purpose and fulfillment.


Let’s create your dream life & career together – today!
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