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Mary Jeffries

Career Coach | Former Meta Senior Recruiter, The Step Forward
$150/Session
Expertise:
Salary + Compensation, Networking, Cultivating Confidence, Job Search Strategies, Interview Questions, Resumes, LinkedIn Optimization, Career Transitions, Career Development, Industry Insight, Public Speaking + Presentations
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About Me

Hello & Welcome to coaching! It can feel scary to take a step forward and invest in yourself, but it's so worth it! I've spent most of my career working as a recruiter in both in-house & agency settings. I’ve worked at some of the largest & most high growth companies including Meta, Pinterest, & HP. Throughout my career, I’ve had the unique experience to hire across most industries and various career levels, from intern to executives. This experience has given me key insights not only on how companies hire but also what it takes to navigate meaningful career growth and development. Throughout my career I’ve made many pivots. Before starting my career in talent acquisition, I worked in technology sales for many years and also spent time working in education. I’ve experienced many career highs like being a top performer, landing my dream job, and earning multiple promotions, but I’ve also experienced the lows. I’ve been laid off, and I’ve had to navigate many tough organizational changes. I know what it feels like to feel lost and unfulfilled in your career. Along the way, I’ve made plenty of mistakes. But one thing I’ve learned is that failure is never final, and it’s never too late to start again and step into the career of your dreams! I strongly believe a career you love should be accessible to everyone. Since every career journey is different, coaching is a great tool to provide the personalized support you need to reach your goals. As a coach, my goal is to support my clients through navigating career challenges and goals. My desire is to create a safe space to have authentic, meaningful conversations that will lead to more clarity, success, and ultimately thinking bigger in your career. My coaching areas of expertise include (but are not limited to): - Job search strategy, Interview prep and Networking - Compensation & Salary negotiation - Performance reviews & Promotions - Clarity conversations & Decision making support - Career growth, Development & Career transitions - Personal branding and Narrative building to effectively tell your story - Navigating workplace conflict & Crucial conversations - Building confidence, Overcoming imposter syndrome - Finding a mentor or Unlocking sponsorship opportunities - Career resilience, Bouncing back from setbacks - Supporting burnout, Work-life balance Thanks again for stopping by, and excited for you to begin your coaching journey! You can visit my website: https://www.thestepforwardcoach.com to learn more about my work as a coach or feel free to reach out via email: mary@thestepforwardcoach.com with any questions or to book a free consultation. Looking forward to meeting you! 

Get to Know Me

Current Position
Career Coach | Former Meta Senior Recruiter, The Step Forward
Previous Positions
Senior PhD Recruiter, AI, Meta November 2018 - August 2023
Recruiter, R4R , Meta May 2018 - November 2018
Recruiter, Pinterest September 2017 - May 2018
Recruiter, Text100 August 2016 - September 2017
Executive Recruiter, Randstand April 2015 - August 2016
Account Manager, Arrow Electornics June 2011 - January 2014
Account Manager, Hewlett-Packard October 2009 - May 2011
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Speech Communications | University of Georgia

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