Margaret Brown (CCOE, ACC)
Networking, Cultivating Confidence, Job Search Strategies, Interview Questions, Resumes, LinkedIn Optimization, Leadership + Management, Career Transitions, Career Development, Industry Insight, Public Speaking + Presentations
About Me
Get to Know Me
- Current Position
- Leadership Advisor & Coach (former Exec. @L'Oreal), RISE Coaching Studio
- Previous Positions
- Head of Makeup, Global Marketing - IT Cosmetics, L'Oreal USA May 2020 - September 2020
- AVP, Direction Innovation Americas (R&I) - Water Conservation, L'Oreal USA October 2019 - May 2020
- AVP, Global Marketing - Kiehl's Since 1851, L'Oreal USA October 2012 - October 2019
- US Marketing Manager - Kerastase, L'Oreal USA January 2010 - October 2012
- US Marketing Manager - Redken Haircolor, L'Oreal USA April 2007 - December 2009
- Account Executive / Marketing + Sales Advisor, Jurlique USA September 2001 - April 2007
- Education
- Certified Executive Coach | Columbia University, Teachers College
- Masters of Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing and Management | Fashion Institute of Technology
- B.A. Art History | Rutgers University
“Sometimes the bravest and most important thing you can do is just show up.” - Dr. Brene Brown
Reviews
Margaret is equally as strategic & focused as she is empathetic & supportive. She empowered me to own my career story and take charge of my next step in order to achieve the long term career goals we identified together. After narrowing down my strengths, job/company priorities and unique value proposition, I landed a new role with a 34% increase in total compensation within a month of applying for roles! Book her now!
Anonymous, 35
Aug. 30, 2022
Working with Margaret has been one of the most impactful and transformational experiences in my professional (and personal) life. When I first came to Margaret for career coaching, I was at a crossroads, feeling stuck and confused about the trajectory of my career. Margaret approached our work with boatloads of empathy, support, and trust, along with incredible listening skills and an action-oriented mindset. After 5 months of partnering with Margaret through one-on-one coaching sessions filled with thoughtful, reflective questions and enlightening discussion; values and strengths exercises; laser coaching calls; and amazing recommendations on resources/books to meet my needs, I went from having no idea where to go next in my career to landing a job (in a new industry and function) that is directly aligned to my passions and strengths. Margaret was instrumental in helping me achieve clarity in direction, while providing the right tools and guidance at each phase of my journey – from career visioning, to networking, to interview prep, to negotiating an offer. Margaret was an excellent accountability partner that helped me stay on track with the goals I’d set for myself during our time together, and was the best cheerleader and inspiration along the way! Through our work, I am now feeling more confident in myself, more self-aware, and more fulfilled. I can’t recommend Margaret enough!
Jenna D. , 29
Aug. 07, 2022
Margaret is the best! Some of my favorite parts about working with Margaret include. . . 1. Margaret is incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to coaching. Her background is inspiring and helps her provide expert guidance. I can confidently trust her. 2. After our sessions, Margaret always writes a follow up so I can reference our discussion and action items after. I appreciate the way she shares resources as well. Whether it be an article, podcast, or example documents, she helps make sure I have what I need to be successful. 3. Margaret is so kind! Our sessions are not only productive but also fun. I feel like we are able to connect authentically and naturally which always makes me look forward to our sessions.
Spencer R. , 23
Jul. 15, 2022
Margaret is exceptional! I felt her commitment and integrity from the first minutes we met. While she's accessible, intuitive and %100 present, she's also action-oriented and gives clear, solid advice. We did lots of tactical work together, which helped me navigate smoothly through some critical and confusing moments in my current role and move efficiently with a more strategic mindset. Her guidance in understanding my values gave clarity for my next steps. Her concise post-session summaries with tangible steps are my favourites. Sometimes I go back and read them again. Working with Margaret is a privilege, and I highly recommend her to anyone who needs support.
Anonymous, 42
Jul. 12, 2022
Margaret is wonderful. She is approachable and has helped me work through a lot of career planning in a short time. We have worked on everything from how to communicate my wants/needs, narrowing my values & goals to resume details. I recommend her to anyone looking for support related to their careers.
Anonymous, 35
Apr. 14, 2022
I have had a few sessions with Margaret already and it's been career therapy. She is keeping me accountable, but also listening, giving great feedback that is keeping me on track. I already have a clearer idea of where I want to be in my next move, but also, my confidence is growing. Excited to see where this work lands me!