Career coaching, to me, is about walking alongside people as they think through big decisions about their work and direction, helping them find clarity about what matters, and move forward with integrity and confidence. I have over 20 years of experience in higher education and currently serve as a Professor of English and Director of the University Reading and Writing Center at Sacramento State. I primarily teach workplace and technical writing, so I have extensive hands-on experience helping people write strong job application materials and prepare for interviews. I also bring expertise in digital media and instructional design, which is particularly useful for building a professional online presence. I am especially drawn to working with high school students, college students, and women who are navigating career decisions while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. I have spent my entire career balancing professional life with raising a family. I have three children: my son is graduating from college this year, and I have a 16-year-old and a 12-year-old at home. My family is my primary ministry right now, and I seek to be salt and light in my workplace through relationship and bring that same orientation to coaching. My coaching style is collaborative and encouraging, and I try not to bring my own agenda into the room. I share faith when it is invited, relevant, and supportive, and I am guided by Proverbs 3:5-6 in my work.