Is a Life Coach Really What You Need?!?!
What most working moms don’t know about coaching and how to find support that actually helps
You’ve probably heard it before: “You just need a mindset shift.” “Try journaling about it.” “You’re playing small.”
And listen, babe: I love a mindset shift as much as the next woman taking 6am pilates (hey Fit AF!). I teach the mindset shifts. I coach through the mindset shifts. So trust me: 10 toes down bad, I love a mindset shift.
But if someone tells you that mindset is all you need to figure out your next career move? I want you to run. Not walk. Le run.
Because when you’re a working mom juggling 12 years of career decisions, a family calendar full of summer chaos and camp lunches that go constantly uneaten, and real financial goals?
You don’t need vibes. Vibes will get you a free drink at the local urban market bar.
What you really need is a plan.
The person you need is a certified career coach.
Want a real strategy for your next move? Join my weekly emails — it’s like a group chat for working moms who want more. Subscribe here!
Life Coach vs. Career Coach — Know What You’re Hiring For
Let’s set the record as straight as my tricep kickback: this isn’t about tearing down life coaches. Nope. I am a shady Bish but I’m not that shady.
In fact, there are plenty of times when a life coach is exactly what you need!
But if you’re trying to pivot careers, rewrite your resume, land a new role, or get real traction in your job search? You don’t want to hire a coach who specializes in helping you feel better about being stuck.
You want one who can help you actually get unstuck.
So here’s the difference. Once again no tea and no shade:
When a life coach might be perfect: If you’re feeling disconnected, navigating a personal shift, or want to create more intentionality across your whole life, a life coach can be a beautiful support system.
When a career coach is the better fit: If you’re ready to make a move in your career — and want more than just talk — a career coach brings both strategy and support to get you to your next chapter with clarity.
And once again, I’m going flip my pixie haircut and say this very loudly for the people in the back who didn’t hear me the first time.
It’s not that one is better than the other. It’s just about hiring the right kind of coach for the kind of change you want. When your goal is to land a better role, stop the job search spiral, or find clarity around what’s next in your professional life?
You need someone who knows how to coach through that specific transformation and not just someone who knows how to hold space. You feel me?
Want to know if I’m the right kind of coach for what you need next? Book a free Discovery Call — zero pressure, just real talk.
Real Talk: What It’s Actually Like to Work with Me (And Why It Changes Everything)
When my clients first reach out, they’re usually not sure what they need. They know that their current job sucks and they’re most likely not making enough money. They don’t have any solutions BUT they truly know something’s not working.
They’re sitting in the car after daycare drop-off, car still running, staring at Slack messages they don’t want to open… googling job postings they’re not even sure they’re qualified for from the Target parking lot.
They’re also wondering if they’re asking for too much… or not enough. They’re literally trying to keep it all together, but they feel like they’re drowning in a job (and a life) that no longer fits.
Sound familiar?
This, my dear, is where I come in.
Ready for real clarity? Book your free Discovery Call now and let’s map your next move together.
Real Talk — What You Actually Get When You Work With Me
Let’s cut to it: you’re not hiring me to talk in circles or give you another worksheet you’ll forget about.
You’re hiring me to help you get out of the spin cycle and into a role that finally feels like you’re respected and you’re bringing home a paycheck that makes sense.
So here’s what you walk away with (and why it actually matters):
A clear, values-aligned career direction
→ So you stop asking “What do I even want anymore?” and start moving forward with an actual plan that fits your actual life (not your boss’s ridiculous expectations).
A professionally written resume + LinkedIn profile
→ So you get callbacks from roles you want, not just the ones you feel qualified for. Also LinkedIn is the wild wild west so I’ll make sure you sound and look the expert you are.
A job search plan that fits your energy, bandwidth, and mom life
→ So you’re not wasting time Googling “best cover letter format” at 10 pm. Yeah, we don’t do that. You’ll know exactly what to do, when, and how — with real structure, not chaos and bad templates that get stuck in the ATS.
Interview prep + networking scripts that don’t make you cringe
→ So you show up as the most confident, clear version of yourself and not someone faking it or playing small just to get hired. We don’t play small unless it’s a travel-size vintage perfume.
Negotiation templates + decision-making tools
→ So when the offer comes? You know what to ask for, how to say it, and what matters most. (No more “Should I just be grateful?” spiral.) Though I do believe in one monthly crashout…
Weekly coaching that doesn’t waste your time
→ So every week, you’re not just feeling better — you’re getting sh*t le done. We tackle your fears and your LinkedIn headline. We do both.
But here’s what that really means:
✨ You stop applying to jobs out of panic ( no more applying to 10 roles that feel chaotic or even 20 jobs a day)
✨ You start saying no to roles that don’t fit (repeat after me: you’re not desperate)
✨ You get your evenings, confidence, and ambition back (time to rewatch Love Island USA am I right????)
✨ You become the woman who knows what she brings to the table — and asks for a seat that actually fits (cause you’re the CEO of every single damn step you take)
That’s the real ROI, girl! That’s what happens when you stop guessing and start moving with support.
I’m an IACC-certified SPCC career coach.
Which means I’ve been trained in real frameworks, data-backed tools, and ethical practices.
I’m not here to waste your time but I sure as heck am here to change what happens next.
This is about helping smart, capable, burnt-out women — like you — finally build a career that honors who they are now.
Because you don’t have time to spin your wheels anymore. You deserve traction. And I’d love to help you get it.
Strategy > survival mode. Always.
Jane
PS — If this post hit home, don’t wait. I open a limited number of free Discovery Call spots each week. Book yours now.
Want more career clarity (with a side of real talk)? Subscribe to my weekly newsletter — it’s like the group chat, but even more strategic.
Jane’s Favorites This Week
Because your career glow-up deserves a side of serotonin:
Eadem’s Le Chouchouc Lip Softening Balm – Keeps me camera-ready for client calls and midday pep talks. Silky, not sticky. Chef’s kiss.
My Walking Pad – Coaching + 12K steps a day? Multitasking queen behavior. (Bonus: clears my head and builds my glutes like nothing else.)
Wake Me Up Podcast – My go-to reset button when mom brain hits before 9am. Uplifting without being cringey.
Be the first to comment