Your first year sets the stage for a career.

Let me help you get a running start.

You already know a degree isn’t enough for the job you want.

So what is?

It comes down to confidence:

  • Confidence in the exact kind of role you want.
  • Confidence to start building up your network.
  • Confidence to be your own biggest advocate.

Most new grads are missing at least one of these three—and it’ll cost them.

Your first year sets the standard for your earnings.It gives future employers a picture of where you fit in.

If that turns out to be a mismatch with your goals, you could spend the next five years playing catch-up.

If you’re motivated to get it right from the start, find the right help.

I help young professionals like you get into roles that empower them to make a difference.

(And you don’t have to spend the next five years splitting a studio with three roommates, either.)

You've been bombarded by bad news about the job market.

Now get the facts on a first job they don't want you to know.

As a future nonprofit professional, you probably watch a lot of news.

You’ve probably heard a lot of stuff like this:

  • “Every corporate job posting attracts about 200 applications.”
  • “Most applications are auto-denied by artificial intelligence.”
  • “Of those postings, 50% or more are totally fake ghost jobs.”

It’s enough to make you wonder what the heck the point is.

But it’s not all true—especially not in the nonprofit sector.

Here’s the truth about nonprofits:

  • In many specialties, there’s more demand for your skills than supply.
  • Fewer nonprofits than for-profits use ATS (AI for HR), even big names.
  • Nonprofits, unlike for-profits, have little incentive to post fake “ghost jobs.”

By deciding to start your career in the nonprofit sector, you’ve already made a smart move:

You compete with fewer people, in much more specialized areas of expertise, all to help others.

But you still need the right tools to stand out.

Step 1: Determine your timeline and set your strategy

The average new grad takes anywhere from 3-6 months to secure a first job.

Even if you have only one month, I’ll back your play.

Our first meeting helps you develop an ironclad strategy.

By the end, you’ll have:

  • A clear picture of the role you want to kick off your nonprofit career.
  • A shortlist of target employers in your city, state, or desired location.
  • An action plan for building skills and knowledge until you get hired.
  • Your Unique Selling Proposition (USP)—what makes YOU stand out.

Step 2: Develop your resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn

A resume isn’t just a list of “duties.” Done right, it’s the fastest way to clarify what makes you special.

Even if you’ve never held a job, I’ll help you see your skills in a whole new way—so your boss will, too.

By the end, you’ll have:

  • A winning resume tailored to your ideal position and field.
  • A cover letter spotlighting your Unique Selling Proposition.
  • A LinkedIn profile fine-tuned for building up your network.

Step 3: Launch your nonprofit networking plan

In the for-profit world, networking can feel slimy and transactional.

It doesn’t have to feel that way in nonprofit.

I’ll show you easy ways to make deep, lasting connections with professionals at all levels in your field and local area.

In days, people will understand what you have to offer and want to partner with you.

By the end, you’ll have:

  • A LinkedIn networking plan to build connections with decision-makers who can help your career.
  • An in-person networking plan (if necessary) to turn volunteering outings into career opportunities.

Step 4: Prepare for the interview, get the job

Studies show that interview success doesn’t correlate to job success.

You can give a great interview and fall flat at the job and vice-versa.

So, what’s an interview really about?

I’ll give you the secret key—three skills that ensure every interview benefits you.

(Yes, even if you don’t get hired!)

By the end, you’ll have:

  • Questions to ask and red flags to look out for to avoid jobs that don’t suit you.
  • Rapport-building skills to make your interviewers more likely to call you back.

Here's what they don't tell you:

Getting a job is a full-time job

It can wear you down and it can feel like a waste of your time and talents.

Contact me to get on the fast track to doing the work that really matters.