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4 months ago

I felt completely lost in my career. I woke up a year out of college with a fancy job and a fancy degree and a sense of total emptiness, meaninglessness. Coaching helped me define my interests and start to take concrete steps towards working on them. I’m currently Senior Product Marketing Manager at Change.org, and I'm happier here than I’ve been at any job.

AmieMarketing Manager, San Francisco
2 years ago

I didn’t know what to do next. The Career Pathfinder gave me the clarity and confidence I needed to start my own business. Now I’m free to focus on what I do best and as a result, I’m more successful and fulfilled. I’m happier in my personal life too.

ChrisTech Entrepreneur, New York
4 years ago

A little skeptical about the virtual class. But after reading so many good reviews, I signed up and glad I did. Their staff Emily is very responsive and helpful. The course is well put together. It helped me identify myself and taught me the tools that I can use not only in finding career, but in life circumstances as well. I'm a happier person now and knowing what I like to do with my career!

Erin W.Sunnyvale, CA
3 years ago

This program and Adrian have truly changed my life. Before I met Adrian, I was balancing a tech job I did not feel called to while teaching yoga. I was scared to consider the possibility of my life outside of a 9-5 PM. I had all the passion, skills, certifications, and cultural knowledge to start a private practice but felt stuck. Adrian help me take a leap of faith and start offering yoga and pranayama services to clients that felt authentic to me as a South Asian American. He encouraged me to start offering private lifestyle coaching, which was critical in helping me discover my life purpose of helping others. Adrian helped me network with coaches, yoga teachers, and therapists to find my intersection within the fields of somatic psychology and yoga.

Meera D.San Francisco, CA
3 years ago

Emily gave me the boost I needed to continue my job search with confidence! She offered actionable guidance to help me enhance my resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, and overall job search strategy. As a senior recruiter, Emily was able to provide feedback through the lens of someone well experienced in the hiring process. Following the session, Emily sent additional resources for further support. I highly recommend sessions with Emily if you’re looking for feedback, actionable advice, and even moral support to help you feel confident and empowered in your job search. Thank you, Emily!!

LyssaUX Ops Associate, San Jose
1 year ago

I was looking to make a career change. I had lots of ideas about what I could do next, but I didn’t have clarity around what I should do. Amazingly, after two months, I was on a clear career path and had a new awesome job offer which I accepted. It’s been an incredible experience.

JohnMarketing Strategist, San Francisco
3 years ago

Every day now, I don’t have the worry or the stress because I know where I’m headed.

JayaEntrepreneur, Oakland
9 months ago

I was looking for a career change for about a year and wasn't sure how to go about it. I now work for an amazing company and I could not have done it without Adrian's program.

AllisonPublic Relations, San Francisco
2 years ago

I took Adrian's career course about 1 - 2 years ago and it was life changing in the best way possible! The program was very accurate, thorough, and insightful in order for me to gain a better understanding of who I am in a professional sense that aligns with my values, priorities, and season of life. After taking Adrian's course, I took an additional course in my field of interest, volunteered extensively, and landed my ideal role. I'm now a mediator.

Adrienne S.San Francisco, CA
2 years ago

After months of feeling stagnant in my career, I signed up for the Career Pathfinder Coaching program. The course, which was the most affordable option, is well-developed and provides a vast array of resources for self-reflection and action. Group meetings on Zoom provided a sense of community, solidarity, and inspiration. The outcome for me was a nuanced shift in my professional life, but the self-inventories and reflections could also lead to a bigger career change. I highly recommend the course to anyone who senses a need for a career shift, small or large.

Emily W.San Francisco, CA
1 year ago

I first sought out a career life coach at a time when I was “successful” but left feeling unfulfilled and at a loss for purpose. I had a great job, a partner who I loved, and it seemed like life was really coming together – at least on paper.But I recognized a quiet feeling of doubt over my life decisions and path. Over the course of only a couple months or so, Adrian guided me a journey of self-discovery. He helped me dig deeper and get to know myself better. He encouraged me to take a look at my fears and stop holding myself back.This month, I started a new job as a writer for my favorite brand! And that’s just one thing. I now deal with uncertainty better than before, and I’m more equipped to face – even embrace – the unexpected.

ElaineSenior Brand Manager, San Francisco
4 years ago

Oh boy where do I began. I'm long overdue for this review. I did the group coaching program a year ago January and had such a terrific experience. Loved working with Adrian and his team and my fellow career explorers in the group coaching program. Before I joined the program I told Adrian I was deeply skeptical I would acquire any insights about myself and career, and so I was delightfully surprised how much I learned about myself and how much direction I found. After much careful exploration and group support, I embarked on a job search and found new employment (in September) that met the criteria I was seeking for current fulfillment and growth (without sacrificing income).... If you're thinking about doing this program, I would jump in.

J P.Santa Monica, CA
2 years ago

I would recommend A Path That Fits to anyone who is seeking a career change or, in my case, a job coach that "coached" me in crafting a professional resume and worked with me on my interviewing skills. My job coach was Emily Pollak and Emily was great because she offers advice and comments, but it's up to you to do the work and to quantify to your accomplishments. The best session I had with Emily was the mock interview and she gave me immediate feedback after each interview response, and she sends a follows-up email immediately after. I recently went through (4) interviews with a company that I targeted, and I am now their US Sales Executive. Emily was the perfect coach for me because she listens intently and guides you every step of the way. She really makes you think to be on point, but most importantly, it's up to you to put in the work. 5 stars all around!!

Bob M.San Francisco, CA
2 years ago

Before: I was bouncing around in a few different unfulfilling jobs, trying to figure out what I was passionate about. None of the jobs felt like me.After: Now I’m the Executive Director at a museum. It’s my dream job. It hits on everything that I discovered I wanted in the coaching program. My boss recently told me “this job is perfect for you.” It’s impossible to overstate how important it is to love what you do. I couldn’t really be happier with my career. I would do this even if I didn’t have to work.

Katie ConryExecutive Museum Director, San Francisco
7 years ago

I just attained the best job offer in a career I wanted but NEVER thought was possible, and have an outlook of renewed hope and clarity. Not like what I doing before was bad – but it was just not ME.

JimmySan Francisco, CA
4 years ago

The "A Path That Fits" course was the best money I could have spent at this point in my life. I was blown away by the amount of personal support & resources available in this carefully crafted course. Going in, I had no idea what I wanted to do next - only that I didn't like my current career trajectory and didn't know how to fix that. The course helped me get a lot of clarity. The best part - I came out of the course knowing what's the next chapter of my life. This isn't a quick fix or magic bullet: you need to put in the work. I highly recommend to anyone who's willing to put in the time.

Michelle BergeronSan Francisco, CA
2 years ago

I was stuck, anxious, bitter, thinking that I blocked myself into a single career path. Then along came Gracie. Gracie taught me how to remove my limitations, and recognize strengths and skills can transition into something else. She built my confidence, helped me become more purposeful, and awakened the dreamer. Gracie is amazing at not only getting to understand you; she also guides you through steps to a better understanding of yourself. Thank you Gracie, for helping me explore and live a little.

Alison
2 years ago

After months of feeling stagnant in my career, I signed up for the Career Pathfinder Coaching program. The course, which was the most affordable option, is well-developed and provides a vast array of resources for self-reflection and action. Group meetings on Zoom provided a sense of community, solidarity, and inspiration. The outcome for me was a nuanced shift in my professional life, but the self-inventories and reflections could also lead to a bigger career change. I highly recommend the course to anyone who senses a need for a career shift, small or large.

Emily Wilson BrennerSan Francisco, CA
2 years ago

Amazingly, it only took a month to see the pieces come together. New opportunities were presented and doors opened that I never would have expected or anticipated. After two months of sessions I was on a clear career path and had a new awesome job offer which I accepted. A Path That Fits worked well for me and I'd recommend it highly to anyone who's looking for a change and willing to do the work to make that change. In my case, it's been an incredible experience.

John Garvie
1 year ago

APTF - the online course and especially Adrian and Amanda's guidance - have been a precious resource on my path-finding journey. I've felt welcomed, seen, and empowered from the very beginning, they're the kind of (talented, skilled, empathetic) coaches who truly show up for you, infusing every interaction with kindness, purpose, and clarity. Considering my move overseas and the need for a visa, my situation is a bit of a unique case, and yet I'm happy to report that after a year of soul-searching and exploration I've reached the point where I got everything aligned for a beautiful new chapter of my life and work. I would like to offer a deep bow and a huge THANK YOU to Adrian and Amanda for their presence and guidance. They are a gift for everyone who gets to work with them.

Claudia MandelliSan Francisco, CA
2 years ago

I can tell you that after 3+ months using the Career Pathfinder eCourse my career outlook has never been better! I am currently going through a complete career change that I would have never dreamed about before I started this program.

ConradFuture Psychologist, Palo Alto
2 years ago

Adrian helped me rediscover what I knew to be true about myself – things that had been muddled by the expectations of the world. Once that work was done, the path was clear. Adrian is an exquisite coach and guide who will help you purge the garbage that’s holding you back, steer you around fears and obstacles, and send you skipping gleefully down your path.

JoyProgram Manager, Berkeley
3 years ago

My work with Adrian has been transformational in ways that shape who I am, what I do, and where I’m going in the future. I feel more confident in my career, more grounded in my choices, and more comfortable in my skin.

LaurenExecutive Creative Director, Oakland
12 months ago

Now I'm a furniture designer. I make wooden furniture from design to completion and I love going into my small garage workshop every day. My clients love me (that never happened in sales). Honestly I couldn't be happier. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

MarkFurniture Designer, Los Angeles
2 years ago

Wow, what can I say? After a few unfulfilled years in corporate sales, I was at the end of my rope with what to do next. I had even switched jobs, taken a year off to travel, and seen other career folks who gave me solid advice but not the right guidance.I came to the conclusion that if Adrian’s program worked, it would be the best money I ever spent and that it was!Now I run my own real estate company. I love calling the shots. It’s a world of difference just in terms of my overall enjoyment.

BenReal Estate Investor, Oakland
2 years ago

Before: I was an executive leader at a non-profit. My job was stressful and draining and it was spilling over into my personal life. I knew it was time to move on but I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do next or how to figure it out. I was struggling to find time to prioritize making a career change because my existing job was so consuming and we were in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. I was stuck.After: For the first time in my career I feel like I am in the driver’s seat. That feels strange to say as a 56-year-old man, but it’s true. I used to be more reactive, meaning that I would take the opportunities that came my way. Now I’m proactive about pursuing opportunities that are a good fit for me because I know what I want and I’m confident in the value that I bring. I got my dream job as Chief Advancement Officer for an organization that advances racial justice and equity in the outdoor and environmental movement. Given my love for nature and the outdoors, as well as my interest in both social justice and fundraising, it’s perfect.

RobertChief Advancement Officer, San Francisco
2 years ago

A Path That Fits was the third coaching program I turned to and by far the best. I opted for the online program because self-pacing worked for me. And in short, it was a life-changer. Yes, the program helped identify a vocation/career as expected, but more important and more valuable was the better understanding of self it brought. So rather than just looking for a job, it helped me first understand who I am, what I naturally gravitate towards, and what I am naturally good at. So rather than a job, it provided me a list of to criteria that a job needs to fit ME. All of a sudden I was doing the interviewing versus the other way around. It was so refreshing.

Sharam PavriSan Francisco, CA
1 year ago

I knew I wanted to make a career change but lacked clarity of what exactly I wanted to pursue next. The career coaching program helped me explore my passions and strengths and narrow down what careers would be most fulfilling. For me, it was a relatively quick process - I went from sales to an events team in marketing.

RomiEvent Marketing, Los Angeles
3 years ago

I absolutely loved Adrian’s online Career Pathfinding Program. I had expected the same type of “list your passions”, “take this personality test”, “take this strengths test” things I had done in the past, but this program was completely different. I am so grateful to finally have a direction that is perfect for me.

AnneWriter, San Francisco
1 year ago

I’d always known in my heart that I was supposed to be “doing something else,” that brought me greater joy and more meaning, but I just didn’t know what that “something else” was.I decided to create a website to educate, inspire and motivate people who have any of the 150+ autoimmune conditions – or who want to prevent one. I assembled a team and we launched our first website. It grew into a global community of 10,000+ on Facebook. That all led to me embarking on a book project to share people’s stories that offer real hope and strategies for healing. I just launched my book, “Beat Autoimmune: The 6 Keys to Reverse Your Condition and Reclaim Your Health” and it has quickly become a bestseller on Amazon.I love what I do and the feeling of full alignment with my passion, personality, gifts and purpose.

PalmerHealth Educator & Consultant, Silicon Valley
2 years ago

I can say Daniel Fine has been one of the most inspirational people I have ever met. His support, encouragement, and consistent insightful feedback brought my work and life balance to a level I never thought I could get to. He loves what he does and it is so transparent in the way he takes complicated and chronic issues and helps you to find clarity around them. I undeniably would not be in the place I am now, without his commitment and guidance.

JaredFounder & CEO, JD Communications Strategies, San Francisco
2 years ago

Finding my path has meant everything to me. It changed my life.

NicoleLife Coach, Palo Alto
2 years ago

Adrian has systematically helped me gain the life, freedom, and opportunities that I had only dreamed of.As a life coach, he looks holistically at what I do to make a living, and how I interact with it emotionally. As we’ve worked together, my career, which had really been a hobby, has come to the forefront, and my life looks the way I thought it always could. Business coaching with Adrian has not only helped increase my bottom line, but it’s brought my life and passion for music to the forefront of my business, rather than what I was doing evenings and weekends. With his coaching, I remain surprised not that I reach my goals, but how much more quickly they occur.In a nutshell, getting life coaching with Adrian has been one of the most significant choices I’ve made in the past five years. I would recommend him, without reservation, to anyone who has questions about their careers and how they are integrated into their life. I remain grateful for his help.

JeffEntrepreneur, London
2 years ago

I wanted to let you know I landed a new job! I could not be more excited all around. I attribute this success to the time we had together, the legendary ah-ha moment, and your helpful guidance. You are truly a success story and made this career transition possible for me. I thought I would share the news, and of course now when people ask I know where to point them. 😁 Everyone I have talked to pointed out that you were truly an inflection point for me and I am forever grateful.

RyanSenior Engagement Manager, Denver
2 years ago

I had the pleasure of working with Gracie Miller during my time with A Path That Fits. Not only is she an incredible person, but she was so helpful in helping my discover my gifts, passions, and skills as I looked to transition to a new career. The program has a lot of great information to help anyone who is looking to make a change. I am in a much better place than I was before starting the program and definitely recommend it!

Joe A.San Francisco, CA
5 years ago

I was looking for a career change for about a year and wasn't sure how to go about it. I now work for an amazing company and I could not have done it without Adrian's program.

AllisonSan Francisco, CA
3 years ago

I started working with Emily not knowing exactly what I wanted to do next in my career, but knowing that I was ready for a change. Her patience and guidance helped me narrow down my focus and find the confidence to take a new direction. With the online course material, I was given very practical tools for job seeking, resume building, and interviewing - I truly believe this is what helped me land my new job. A Path That Fits has given me many valuable tools to add to my career and life "toolbox", and I'm thankful to have had this experience.

Megan M.Berkeley, CA
6 months ago

Career coaching with Daniel was undoubtedly one of the best investments I've made in my life. 1) I start my MBA in Design in 2 weeks. Before working with Daniel, I felt it impossible to ever commit to a graduate program, while knowing this was a life-long dream. 2) I have more balance in my life. I'm more in tune with what makes me happy, what fuels me, and I have a clearer path to achieving things previously thought unimaginable.

DamienSan Francisco
3 years ago

Before: My job was stressful and draining and it was spilling over into my personal life. I knew it was time to move on but I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do next or how to figure it out. I was struggling to find time to prioritize making a career change because my existing job was so consuming and we were in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. I was stuck.After: I got my dream job as Chief Advancement Officer for an organization that advances racial justice and equity in the outdoor and environmental movement. Given my love for nature and the outdoors, as well as my interest in both social justice and fundraising, it’s perfect.

RobertChief Advancement Officer, San Francisco Bay Area
3 years ago

It’s hard to express the depth of knowledge I acquired through completing this course. The Career Pathfinder Coaching Program pulled me out of a hopeless place and gave me the tools I needed to find my path. I was so downtrodden and mired in negative self-talk and this course reintroduced me to the raw potential I can offer. It validated my belief that it is possible to find a career that feels like an extension of myself. I always new it was possible but I didn’t know what ‘it’ was until I took this course.

AngelaFreelance Translator, Portland
3 years ago

Wonderful! I was stuck in a rut sending resumes into the universe with no luck for nearly 2 years. A Path that Fits and Emily gave me the tools for me get more strategic with my efforts and focus on what content gets hiring managers interested. Emily is super easy to talk to and provided me some mind-opening ideas and guidance for how I'll go about getting hired down the road. Plus, it was comforting to have Emily as a knowledgeable career ally, because job hunting is a frustrating experience and we all need some support.

Jason A.Monterey, CA
2 years ago

I took Adrian's career course about 1 - 2 years ago and it was life changing in the best way possible! The program was very accurate, thorough, and insightful in order for me to gain a better understanding of who I am in a professional sense that aligns with my values, priorities, and season of life. After taking Adrian's course, I took an additional course in my field of interest, volunteered extensively, and landed my ideal role. I'm now a mediator. My career doesn't feel like work, but a gift to help, add more hope and peace to others lives. I am forever grateful for this program and Adrian. A definite game changer!

A SSan Francisco, CA
6 years ago

I was a forensic accountant, investigating complex fraud and misconduct. My motivation was flagging and I realized I needed help to make a bigger change. Now I am a software engineer at Google. After three months in the Career Pathfinder Coaching Program, I've landed a new job that I wouldn't have thought possible! My wife says I'm much happier in general.

TomPalo Alto, CA
3 years ago

The "A Path That Fits" course was the best money I could have spent at this point in my life. I was blown away by the amount of personal support & resources available in this carefully crafted course. Going in, I had no idea what I wanted to do next - only that I didn't like my current career trajectory and didn't know how to fix that. The course helped me get a lot of clarity. The best part - I came out of the course knowing what's the next chapter of my life. This isn't a quick fix or magic bullet: you need to put in the work. I highly recommend to anyone who's willing to put in the time.

Michelle B.San Francisco, CA
2 years ago

I found A Path that Fits when I was at a crossroads between jobs. I wasn't happy in my current work but with so many paths ahead of me I didn't know what to do and the sheer amount of options to sift through was overwhelming. I began searching for placement/recruiting help then came across reverse recruiting and then career coaching in an effort to find expertise that could help me leverage where I was to what I could do.

Jeff P.San Francisco, CA
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