Career Coaching

Sometimes trying to determine the next right step in your career can be like standing at a scenic vista on a foggy day. You know there is a spectacular scene in front of you yet to struggle to bring it into clear view. I can help.

Move from exhausted to energized with coaching designed to bring clarity toward your life purpose and career direction. Build your personal brand to propel your career forward. Develop the skills you need to thrive in ever changing dynamic environments. Get support in all aspects of your life - mind. body. spirit. 

As a coach and mentor, I draw on my years of executive and go-to-market strategy experience to help my clients build a career they love whether that is as an employee or as an entrepreneur. Work with me to gain clarity about your future direction, raise your visibility through a personal brand, land the perfect job and/or launch a new business, side gig or passion project. 

I am here to hold space for your personal and professional transformation with coaching packages tailored to support your particular needs. Let's talk about how we can work together. ​Click the link below to schedule a free clarity call. I can't wait to meet you! 
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"I was looking for a professional coach and mentor in the product space – it was a dream come true to be paired with Barbara. It was evident from our first call that she genuinely cared about me and the challenges I face. She is not only a great listener but asks very pointed questions that help to reframe the problem and expand perspective. She draws from a deep well of wisdom from decades of experience as a leader in product, marketing and people management, helping me to take very simple, but impactful actions to be a better cross-department leader. I'm so thankful for her investment in me." --Brian Bustos

Why choose Barbara Doane as your coach? 

​I believe a new way of working in the world is being ushered in. We are realizing the old systems no longer serve us. We want and deserve a new way of being that doesn't compromise our soul. There is a way to live in balance that honors the whole person and still pays the bills. Stop simply existing. Start thriving. It's time to find your frolic today! 
​𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: I have 25+ years of executive experience that has included a transition from the public sector in higher education to privately held mid-market tech companies. Most recently, I support start-ups as they grow and scale their business. I have also served as a board member for a non-profit organization. 

𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: I have a latticed career path that has spanned from business process optimization in higher education to product management and product marketing. I have climbed the corporate ladder from an individual contributor to the vice president level in a mid-market company. I am now proud to own my own business that not only feels aligned to my soul's calling but also provides financial stability. 

𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬 & 𝐀𝐜𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: I have experienced the dynamics that come with a large corporate merger as well as being acquired as part of a larger portfolio. At one point I had 7 different managers in 8 years! I understand how to manage change in blended corporate cultures. 

𝐆𝐨-𝐭𝐨-𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲: I love sharing my knowledge of how to bring new products to market successfully. I enjoy mentoring employees in the product space as well as supporting emerging entrepreneurs who want to launch a new business, side gig or passion project. 

𝐄𝐜𝐨-𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: Through my certification with the Center for Wild Spirituality, I am able to tap into the healing power of nature. I will help you develop greater connection and belonging through simple eco-spiritual practices that invite you into a sacred conversation with the natural world. 
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"Barbara was able to use her experience to give me insight into where I'd like to improve in my career. She also helped me honestly assess my skills and interests and how I might like to grow in different ways. She was very eager to listen and offer advice that felt suited to my situation and provided many ideas for deepening my knowledge about my industry. She was terrific!"  -- Jeff Hermann

Is career coaching with Barbara right for you? 

Work with Barbara to: 
✅Gain clarity about your career direction or next chapter. 
✅Have a safe place to explore your ideas, dreams and desires to live a life you love. 
✅Develop an action plan to build a career that is authentically aligned with your unique gifts. 
✅Have an accountability partner to support you on your journey. 
✅Finally step into your life purpose. 

Barbara does not provide resume writing or job placement services. 
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Having a career you don't need an escape from could be one phone call away. 

The reviews are in!

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​"Working with Barbara was an amazing experience! It was wonderful to be able to explain my position or strategy to a completely neutral party. She gave me candid feedback to help me soundly pivot/strategize with greater insight. Working with her really sharpened my skills." -- Christopher Kress
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"I am immensely grateful for Barbara’s coaching, which helped me make huge shifts in my mindset. Her insight allowed me to reframe perspectives on growing my new business. She is hardworking, dedicated, supportive, creative, attentive, and exceeds expectations. I highly recommend working with Barbara."
​-- Jayme Bancala
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"Barbara's strategic mentorship over the four years I worked with her was instrumental in my professional development. Her unique approach to leadership and execution transformed how I approached my craft. Barbara's expertise in marketing helped me package and position my offerings effectively, bridging the gap between creativity and entrepreneurship. Thanks to her guidance, I've turned my talents into a reliable income stream. If you're serious about making your creative pursuits financially viable, Barbara is the mentor you need."  -- Alex Williams