SERVICES

I work with high-velocity companies and leaders in high-pressure roles who've fought to get here, care deeply about the impact they're making, and know that lasting success demands equal parts strategic rigor and deep EQ.

Career Coaching

For navigating big career pivots, or finding the next right role. You know most of the tactics—what you need is clarity in what you want, courage to pursue it, plus the accountability and structure to follow through. This is 50% inner work, 50% strategy/athleticism, and I’m here for you every step of the way.

  • 6+ month engagements:

    • 12+ sessions to use any time (bi-weekly recommended) including a kick off call, mid way review, and end of engagement review/ planning session (60 min each, video/phone)

    • Well-being and Intake Assessments that build self-awareness, inform scope, serve as accountability and as our reference point throughout the work

    • Custom resources, evidence-based tools & docs that support your long-term growth: typically 5-10+ resources

    • Strategic Templates/Assets like company interview scorecard, JD template, interview prep guide, Networking framework/target lists and more.

    • Unlimited text/email access to me in between calls

    Every engagement is unique, but most coaching journeys move through these themes:

    • Ground & Clarify (Sessions 1–4)

      • Reflect on your recent experiences—job loss, burnout, transition, or identity shifts

      • Reconnect to your values, strengths, and priorities

      • Clarify your vision, career direction, and goals

      • Identify deal-breakers, and ideal company personas (stage, culture, size, industry)

    • Build the Foundation (Sessions 5–8)

      • Develop or refine your LinkedIn profile, résumé, and professional narrative

      • Craft your elevator pitch and personal marketing story

      • Create your networking strategy, including target lists and communities to join

      • Build your company pipeline, set up alerts, and begin intentional outreach

    • Execute & Evolve (Sessions 8–13+)

      • Ahead of interviews, workshop interview frameworks and practice storytelling

      • Prepare for negotiations, decision-making, and offer evaluation

      • Filter and integrate feedback as you advance through interviews

      • Plan for onboarding and the first 90 days in a new role

      • Adapt, iterate, and cycle back through above!

    6 month investments begin at $8k and vary based on role, stage/size company.

    I work with Senior Manager-C Execs, Partners, Tech Leads , and EAs in big tech, large/scale up start ups, non-profit and adjacent, as well as C level/Founding Teams earlier stage.

    I also work w/senior leaders in big tech specifically making a jump to early stage and/or entrepreneurship, AND mid career+ folks looking to depart tech.

    Most of my clients span leadership in Engineering, Investment, Product, Marketing, Operations & CX.

    And, I will partner with you until you land the role if you’re in between roles.

We partner to expand your leadership impact, build the career you love, and the resilience to sustain them. Our work blends inner/behavioral work and tactical strategy, with space to integrate your personal life. This is ~70% traditional coaching, and 30% advising.

Leadership Coaching

  • 6+ month engagements:

    • 13+ sessions to use any time (bi-weekly recommended) including a kick off call, mid way review, and end of engagement/planning session (60 min each, video/phone)

    • Intake Assessments that build self-awareness, inform scope, serve as accountability and as our reference point throughout the work

    • 360 Review

    • Custom resources, evidence-based tools & docs that support your long-term growth

    • Unlimited text/email access to me in between calls

    Every engagement is different, but most flow like this:

    • Kick Off–Session 3: Clarify goals, success metrics, and 360 feedback.

    • Sessions 4–6: Create and work the dev plan, with a structured midway check-in.

    • Sessions 7–11: Apply insights, iterate, and strengthen leadership habits.

    • Sessions 12+: Integrate, reflect, and plan what’s next post our work, OR rescope new body of work.

    Sample Dev Areas:

    • Developing talent strategy

    • Shifting from execution -> strategy

    • Becoming a stronger communicator–especially in high conflict/difficult conversations

    • Becoming a stellar people leader

    • Building confidence, authenticity, and authority in your new role

    • Strong EQ–leading/motivating with compassion, not reacting IRT, grounded in crisis

    • Improved decision making–clearer, faster

    • Navigating tough politics

    Investments vary based on a number of factors ranging by role, industry, stage/size company and range from $8-25k for 6 month engagements (most engagements are 18 months).

    I work with Tech Leads, Senior Manager-Cs/Partner, and EAs in big tech, large/scale up start ups, non-profits, and adjacent, as well as C level/Founding Teams earlier stage.

    Most of my clients span leadership in Engineering, Investment, Product, Marketing, Operations & CX.

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Operational Leadership

I help early-stage teams build the backbone (processes, systems), the heart (people, culture), and the connective tissue (communication and velocity) that fuel growth. I’m equal parts builder, operator, and strategist.

  • I’m known for a blend of operational discipline + deep EQ, and:

    • Stabilizing the leadership layer and structure when growth outpaces both - I create (or rebuild) the ops cadence, accountability, and systems that keep teams focused, fast, engaged, and self-sustaining—especially from 1-2

    • Leading teams moving in different directions - I align fast, build trust, and grow leaders while making tough calls (swiftly), with empathy.

    • Driving revenue growth and efficiency - I clarify priorities, strengthen accountability and decision-making, and ruthlessly focus time on what matters.

    • Creating founder leverage - I fill leadership and functional gaps, run high-stakes projects, and make grounded decisions—while tackling culture/performance drift.

    • Building relationships that get things done -To me, everyone’s a customer— I build trust, communicate, and set clear expectations that turn into outcomes.

  • I advise early-stage companies on talent strategy, customer experience, operations, and leadership, with domain expertise in coaching, digital media, food/logistics, and behavioral health & wellness.

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A one-day experiential workshop designed to build confidence, capacity, and core management skills, reinforced by 1:1 coaching and group support.

New Manager 1 Day Accelerator

    • Pre-work and assessments to surface challenges, strengths, and priorities

    • 1:1 coaching session to set goals and intentions

    • Four hours of experiential, hands-on learning built around relevant curriculum

    • Actions, resources, and office hours between sessions to address real-time issues

    • Post-engagement assessment + group circle-back for reflection and continued support

    • Leadership DNA – clarifying your values, strengths, and management style

    • Cultivating High Performance – setting expectations with clear goals and accountability

    • Delegation – moving from “doing the work” to empowering others effectively

    • Running Effective Meetings – driving clarity and outcomes with care, without wasting time

    • Prioritization – balancing competing demands and making clear trade-offs

    • Feedback & Communication – giving direct feedback, navigating conflict, managing performance, and leading with empathy

    • Psychological Safety – fostering an environment where people feel safe to contribute and take risks

    • Making the Case – building a business case for the resources, tools, or support your team needs

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WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

  • "When I came to Sarah, I was at a career crossroads, struggling to translate my broad skills into defined job descriptions after 7 years at a startup that scaled from 10 to 250 employees; Series D. I struggled with brain fog and difficulty articulating what I wanted. We focused on what made me happy, kept me healthy, and the parameters that would make me feel confident long-term, working backwards to create a plan. Without her, I wouldn't have had the confidence to take this risk - moving to a non-traditional opportunity that aligned incredibly with my interests and career aspirations. I couldn't be happier.”

    - VP Product Engineering, Climate Finance Consultancy

  • “I used to wake up feeling stressed 95% of the week. I felt stuck, unhappy and burned out. I was a top performer at work, always over-extended myself to friends and family, and I didn’t feel like I was ever enough. Working with Sarah helped me reduce my stress significantly! I went from working 50 - 60 hours a week, not singing or creating and feeling incredibly low, to working a healthy amount of hours on things that I love. The boundary, confidence, and life work we did helped me create my own business and start the process of creating an album in New York City. Pinch me I am dreaming!”

    Founder, Leadership Coach, Program Manager, Lyft

  • “Sarah’s an instrumental part of my mental health and foundational support system. Her personal and professional experience make her a safe haven for questions and complicated feelings as I work on relationships, and complex work situations. She’s helped me re-establish my professional confidence, she provides candid but kind observations, and tangible self-work exercises. Her approach is human first, and she quickly adapts to my needs in a session, pivoting when a personal topic triggers a connection to work (and vice versa). It’s wonderful to count on her, and I’m excited to keep working together as I contiually evolve.”

    - Ops & Program Strategy, New York Times

  • “Sarah’s freaking awesome, and my life has really improved since working together. I’m in a better emotional place, and I took the steps to move to a job that better aligned with my values. I’m now able to evaluate myself and my goals in a healthier, less judgmental way. It’s not just a venting session; she’s helped me incorporate practical actions into my daily life, along with the benchmarks to evaluate and see my progress everywhere.”

    - Founder / Digital Marketer, TGH Marketing

  • “I reached out to Sarah when I was facing a crossroads in my career. This is not an easy conversation to explore alone or with a partner or with a colleague. The objective perspective was crucial for me, and she helped me untangle the emotions, the benefits, the risks so I could make the decision that was right for me.”

    - VP, Partner Experience, Boulevard

  • "As someone ambitious, balancing a full-time role and building a business, Sarah helped me  refine my goals, find my voice, and clarify the vision for my work. Within two sessions, I could articulate what I’d been struggling with, separate emotion from strategy, and walk away with tangible actions I could use immediately. She’s a trusted thought-partner who listens without bias, encourages critical thinking, and brings clarity and focus. I’m so grateful for her guidance and ongoing support.”

    -Marnie Suss, Crisis Management Leader & Founder