Job Search Support
Land the right role — faster, and on purpose.
A scattershot hunt is exhausting and slow. Linda helps you run a focused search instead — clear positioning, the right targets, real networking, and a resume that gets read — so your energy goes where it actually moves the needle.
★★★★★ 5.0 on Google Linda Faucheux, LPC 25+ years
You’ll walk away with
- A positioning statement that says why you
- A shortlist of real targets, not job-board noise
- A networking plan you’ll actually use
- An interview-ready version of your story
A search that moves forward
Five stages, one direction
Position
Get clear on your value and how to say it.
Target
Build a shortlist of roles and employers worth your energy.
Network
Reach the right people the right way — authentically.
Interview
Walk in prepared to tell your story with confidence.
Offer
Weigh it well and negotiate what’s fair.
What we build together
The pieces of a search that works
Workstream 01
Customized search strategy
Whether you’re changing fields or reaching for the next level, Linda builds a search plan around your goals — not a generic template — with the tools and resources to run it.
- A strategy tuned to a transition or an advance
- Tools and resources to navigate the market
- Clear priorities so you stop spinning your wheels
Workstream 02
Networking strategy
Most roles are filled through people, not portals. Linda helps you build a networking plan that fits your goals and strengths, so reaching out feels purposeful instead of awkward.
- Clarity on your objectives and who to reach
- A plan that plays to your strengths
- Techniques to build real connections, not transactions
Workstream 03
Networking in the room
Events and conversations rattle a lot of people. Linda helps you walk in at ease, start conversations that go somewhere, and follow up in a way that keeps the relationship alive.
- Ease with events, coffees, and cold outreach
- Openers and questions that actually land
- Follow-up that nurtures instead of nags
Workstream 04
A resume that gets read
Your resume should make a hiring manager stop scrolling. Linda helps you sharpen it into a tool that leads with your strengths and results, not a list of duties.
- Lead with strengths and outcomes
- Positioned for the roles you’re targeting
- Clear, human, and easy to say yes to
Who it’s for
From first job to next chapter
Whatever the stage, the search gets a strategy — and you get one coach who stays with you through all of it.
“Together we built an incredible strength statement, and a solid strategy for my resume, cover letters, and interviews — invaluable.”
Heather WilsonSenior Product Manager · Google review
Questions people ask
Job Search Support, answered
How do I get started?
Book a free chat. From there, most people begin with the one-hour Turning Point session, where Linda maps your situation and you leave with a clear first move.
Is this suitable for experienced professionals?
Yes. Senior and seasoned professionals are a core part of the work — often the search is less about effort and more about positioning and strategy, which is exactly where Linda helps.
Can you help with my resume?
Yes. Linda helps you sharpen your resume so it leads with strengths and results and actually gets read — positioned for the specific roles you’re targeting.
Will I get interview preparation?
Search support includes interview readiness, and if you want to go deeper, dedicated interview coaching is available as its own focus.
How long does the process take?
It varies with your goals and timeline. You start with the Turning Point session; from there, programs typically run 4 to 12 sessions, with no-fee monthly payment plans.
What sets Careers by Design apart?
You work directly with Linda — a Licensed Professional Counselor and former university Director of Career Services — who pairs real search strategy with the confidence-building most services skip.
Where to begin
Start with a Turning Point session
One focused hour with Linda, online through Practice Better. You’ll leave with a written first move for your search — no pitch, no obligation.
- A full hour focused entirely on your search
- A written strategy you keep, whether or not you continue
- An honest read on next steps, and a program only if it fits
Programs range from 4 to 12 sessions ($888–$2,388), with no-fee, no-interest monthly payment plans. No contracts, ever.
Ready to run a smarter search?
Start with a free, no-pressure chat with Caroline, our Client Happiness Manager & Intake Counselor. She’ll hear where you are and point you to the right next step.