Not Your Dad’s
Career Coach

Career Coaching for Mid-Career Leaders who want to cut through the BS and land a job they love

My clients land better jobs, faster

You’re trying to make a big career decision, and it feels overwhelming. Maybe you’re dissatisfied with your current position, or you’ve been offered a new one that you’re not sure is the right fit.

On the other hand, maybe you just want to explore what’s out there, but you don’t know where to begin.

If you’re trying to make a challenging career decision, do you think just changing jobs (or roles, or industries, or whatever) will make you happy? You know that old saying, wherever you go – there you are. Unfortunately, the grass isn’t necessarily greener on the other side.

So many people skip doing the FOUNDATIONAL things when it comes to making their career moves, and then they find themselves right back where they were 6 months ago. I don’t want that for you.

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Don’t settle for old-school “career coaching.”

The Job Seeker 6™ is a proven framework that draws on my 20+ years in HR and talent acquisition. I’ve worked with thousands of job seekers nationwide to find careers they LOVE. The Job Seeker 6 is a tried and tested method to move you from blah! to yeah! In your career.

Here’s How It Works…

01 – Values Assessment

A core-values-based job search sets the stage for you to find work you LOVE that is aligned with your VALUES. Together we’ll look holistically at your career and develop values-driven action plans. We do the foundational work together, so you don’t just end up in another crappy job you hate.

02 – Job Search Strategy

We’ll create a job search strategy using my 3-pronged approach that leverages the most effective methods to reduce time suck and increase productivity. I’ll guide you and give you access to my insider resources so you can put together a search that connects you with the right opportunities.

03 – Impactful Resumes

Your resume isn’t just a regurgitation of your job descriptions – those days are over! Get my insights into what you MUST have on your resume, and what you should ELIMINATE. Practical, hands-on advice that makes the hiring manager sit up and take notice.

04 – LinkedIn Love

We’ll optimize your LinkedIn profile using my best practices and industry insights. Recruiters and Hiring Managers are regularly searching LI for candidates – make sure your profile helps you stand out from the competition and shows your true skills.

05 – New Networking

Forget about going to events to shake hands, kiss babies, and hand out business cards. New networking means tapping into your personal and professional networks in a way that feels authentic and never uncomfortable. I’ll show you WHO to reach out to, and the right questions to ask.

06 – Interview Success

Using my proven interview framework, we’ll set you up for interviewing success! You’ll be prepared, organized, and you’ll stand out by sharing your values and your true self. We’ll practice till you’re ready to crush that interview and land your ideal position.

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MEET

Darren Kanthal

Let’s discover what success means to YOU, and create an action plan to get you there

Isn’t it time you felt calm, peaceful, supported and happy in your work, and your life? What if I could help you shift your mindset and discover what success means to YOU?

What if, together, we could get you unstuck, so you’d have a supportive thinking partner on your side to dig in with you and help you land the job you’ve been dreaming of?

Our work together is so much more than just a resume review and interviewing “tips”. We’ll figure out who you actually are and help you find your own authentic language to connect you with the opportunities that make you excited. We’ll align your career with your values and find your true path.

But ya know, if you only want to work out emotional issues, you can hire a therapist. If you want behavioral change with an action plan, hire me.

Get the benefit of my real-life experience for exceptional results. Let’s kick some ass today!

Learn More about Darren

These people got results.

I’m pretty sure it’s your turn now.

    
 
 
        
   Lynn Conlin 
 2023-12-30
 
 
  I had the pleasure of connecting with Darren at a networking event and was impressed by his ability to make you feel like a longtime friend rather than someone you just met. We remained in touch over the years and I recently had the opportunity to work with him as my career coach. I have been a fan of his LinkedIn posts, his writing style, the lessons he shares and his wit. It seemed natural to connect with him as a career coach as well.

Darren has a unique ability to comfortably get you out of your comfort zone. He will challenge you to think differently; he asks insightful questions to help you probe your inner thoughts and look at where you want to be. He combines life lessons with job search lessons to make for well-rounded coaching sessions.

Darren provided invaluable input on my resume as well as interview skills. He is a accomplished career and life coach and if you are in a place where you feel stuck or just need that nudge to keep you moving forward in your search, I highly recommend working with Darren.
  
 
       
   Kevin Peterson 
 2023-11-03
 
 
  Darren's guidance has been valuable to my job search journey. He provided advice on crafting a compelling resume and an engaging cover letter, helping me stand out in a competitive market. He offered a wealth of resources from interview tips to networking strategies. I highly recommend Darren to anyone at the beginning stages of their job search.
  
 
       
   Mark Blechman 
 2023-08-18
 
 
  I connected with Darren at an inflection point in my life - personally and professionally. I am so grateful our paths intersected. Darren coached me through the intensive Positive Intelligence program, which propelled me into a course correction in how I navigate relationships and approach challenging situations. Darren’s support gave me the confidence to explore an exciting new path in my career. Thank you for everything, Darren!
  
 
       
   Carri Pryor 
 2023-07-08
 
 
  Darren is an incredible coach, leader and mentor. I have had the privilege of working with him throughout the past year as my leadership coach and then he was our moderator through the Positive Intelligence program. As my leadership coach, he was always curious and inquisitive and helped me dig to the root of the challenges I was facing as a leader. And although he is helpful in making suggestions when I was coming up blank, he was very encouraging to help me develop my own thoughts and solutions. I would also HIGHLY recommend working with him through the Positive Intelligence program. This program helped me to sort through a number of deep rooted challenges I was facing both personally and professionally. Darren is genuine and caring and is phenomenal at what he does. I highly recommend working with him!
  
 
       
   Travis Chastain 
 2023-06-28
 
 
  Darren is the best!  He has helped so much in moving from darkness and lack of clarity on the direction of my business to small, digestible and consistent steps to take.  He is very kind and he helps me talk out and clarify what’s already in me.  Since working with Darren I have made such in roads for my business.  Business is growing everyday in no small part due to his help!
Thank you Darren!
  
 
       
   Erin Scott 
 2023-05-08
 
 
  I reached out to Darren as I was spinning my wheels on getting feedback from companies I was interested in working for.  His approach help me hone into what I found most valuable in a company and align my search to find roles that were a better fit.  What I went in looking for was help to figure out why I wasn't being noticed - what I received was incredible career coaching and support.   Thanks Darren!
  
 
       
   Emily Raguse 
 2022-12-14
 
 
  Work with Darren!

I was fortunate to work with Darren during the pandemic.  Like many people in the pandemic era I was going through a season of change as it related to my career. I was lacking confidence and clarity in what my next career move was going to look like. Darren provided tools that enabled me to articulate my story, rebuild my confidence, and get clear on my next career move.

He also introduced me to Positive Intelligence - which I still use today in my work.

I really appreciated his focus on mindset and getting clear on my personal values and goals and then making sure that aligned for my next role. An excellent coach to work with if you are looking for a holistic approach to your career journey!
  
 
       
   Corrine Hill 
 2022-09-30
 
 
  Darren is awesome.  He helped me to take all of the "abstract" things about me and my leadership qualities and condense them into a narrative that allows me to easily convey, to a broad audience, why I am good at what I do for work.  My work with him has been affirming in many ways.  I'm looking forward to future engagements with Darren as my career progresses!  I highly recommend Darren.
  
 
       
   shana troyer 
 2022-08-02
 
 
  I was introduced to Darren through a mutual friend/colleague during a time of great professional turmoil.  To say I was lost was an understatement.  I had lost all of my professional confidence and I wasn't sure what was next for me.  My anxiety was at an all time high.

The first thing Darren did was introduce me to Positive Intelligence (PQ).  This was instrumental in helping me really look deeply within myself.  Why I was reacting the way I was, where my belief system originated, labeling my thought processes for what they were, and helping me change so many of those thought patterns.  It also gave me the tools to help me when I was overcome with anxiety.

As we worked together, Darren never pushed me to see things his way or do what he would do.  He would listen to me, he would help me dig deep into why I was thinking/behaving a certain way and how those thoughts/behaviors may be sabotaging me.  He encouraged me to move beyond my comfort zone and to do things differently, if I wanted a different result.  And more than that, he really helped me find me again....helped me relight my spark and regain some of my confidence.  I was able to narrow down what it is I want to do and how I want to show up in my next role.

In the four months we worked together, I went from having no interviews and being unsure of what I wanted to do, to being offered a role with an amazing company.  I have been able to let go of many of my self limiting beliefs and self sabotage.

I can't say enough good things about Darren or his coaching style.  If you are stuck in your world, Darren can help you get unstuck.  When he says "I've got your back," he means it.
  
 
       
   Nathan Tigges 
 2022-07-27
 
 
  I had the pleasure of working with Darren 2 years ago just before the beginning of the pandemic. I had already been looking to transition my job before I was laid off due to covid, but Darren helped me to focus my efforts, figure out exactly what I was looking to do and put me in front of people he knew that would help me to get where I wanted to go in my career.

Not only did he do that, but he was flexible with me on scheduling sessions to fit my schedule and worked with me while I searched for a new job. He encouraged me to change the way I think about job searching and ultimately I ended up in a position that wasn't even hiring when I had reached out as a result of putting his coaching into practice.

I believe Darren is effective at what he does to the point that when my wife was thinking of leaving her long term career but wasn't sure how to do that or where to go I strongly recommended that she at least have the initial consultation with Darren. She ended up doing his full 9 week coaching and landed her dream job.

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It’s time to make your move.

STEP 1

Schedule a call with me and get clear on your values and goals

STEP 2

Together we create a values-driven and action-oriented career plan

STEP 3

Land a career that maximizes your earnings doing work you LOVE!

Let's Talk About Your Future

FAQ

About Career Coaching and The Job Seeker 6

How often do we meet?

Most clients like to meet either once per week or once every 2 weeks. The decisions are usually dependent on personal preference and also the amount of time it’ll take to accomplish goals and action items between each meeting.

How do we meet?

We can meet by Zoom, phone, or in-person.

What will we work on?

When we first start working together we’ll discuss and determine the overarching goals you want to work on. From there, in each meeting we’ll discuss what’s important to you at that moment and how it applies to those goals. Some people’s goals are fluid and require flexibility. Others are more concrete with a consistent eye on the end goal. Either way, we’ll aim to meet or exceed your expectations and check in regularly to ensure we’re on the right path.

How long do the meetings last?

Meetings typically last 60 minutes.

Who sets the agenda for the meetings?

In the best-laid plans, you will come to each meeting prepared with a list of topics that are most important and forefront of mind for you. In the absence of those topics, I have lots of questions to ask to uncover the topics you’d like to explore.

What outcomes can I expect if we partner together?

The outcomes are highly individual and depend on your values and overarching goals, but most of my clients report that they gain enhanced performance, a fresh perspective, empowerment and confidence, and increased job and life satisfaction.

Let's Talk About Your Future

Not Your Dad’s
Career Coach

Career Coaching for Mid-Career Leaders who want to cut through the BS and land a job they love

My clients land better jobs, faster

The No BS Guide To Career Decisions: Should You Stay Or Should You Go?