Success Leaves Clues

In this episode, Rexhen and Sarah Dodeen explore the importance of community, mindset, and effective marketing strategies for coaches. Sarah shares her journey into coaching, highlights key learnings for aspiring coaches, and emphasizes the significance of LinkedIn as a primary platform for client acquisition. Sarah shares her insights on effective content strategies, the importance of setting cle...

Rexhen Doda interviews Sarah Truchard , a part-time career and leadership coach and Citgo's Talent Development Manager. Sarah shares her journey of building Career Game Plan alongside her full-time role, focusing on guiding professionals through career shifts and advancements. She highlights LinkedIn as her primary client source, bolstered by Hello Woofy for automated content (often sports-th...

Jami de Lou, global executive coach and founder of de Lou Strategies, shares how she helps leaders unlock cultural intelligence and emotional adaptability to build inclusive, resilient teams. In this episode, Jami discusses the power of coaching, her top investments, and why she believes human transformation is always possible—even in challenging times. You can find her on: https://www.linkedin.co...

Former pro tennis player turned executive coach Jeff Salzenstein shares how he built a boutique coaching and speaking business that empowers top performers to own their zone. In this episode, Jeff dives into his unique framework, the power of speaking engagements, and how leaders can develop physical, mental, and emotional excellence under pressure. Whether you're a coach or a high-achieving...

Denise DeTommaso, a Career Ownership Coach, shares her journey from biopharmaceuticals to helping clients find purpose-driven entrepreneurship. She works with diverse individuals, from young professionals to those seeking generational wealth or transitioning careers, to explore various business models. Denise emphasizes the importance of readiness, financial stability, and a willingness to learn f...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Jane Macky, founder of We The Village, shares how her personal journey led to creating a powerful, evidence-based coaching program for families of people struggling with addiction. Learn how she blends digital and live coaching, scales impact with clinical trials, and trains professionals using the CRAFT method. You can find her on: https://www.linkedin....

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Bryce Batts shares how she transitioned from corporate recruiting to launching Career Collective. Discover how she scaled her coaching business, balanced recruiting with coaching, and why she believes in carving your own lane instead of following trends. Perfect for coaches looking to align their business with their values. You can find her on: https://w...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, we talk with Paulette Hernandez, founder of PAUwerful Strategy. Paulette shares her inspiring journey from corporate life to launching a purpose-driven coaching and marketing business. Learn how deep coaching, authenticity, and energetic alignment can unlock exponential business growth. Discover how to attract clients without chasing them! You can find h...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, we sit down with Steven D’Anna — former college athlete, sports consultant, and founder of College Sports Consultants. Discover how Steven blends mentorship, coaching, and business strategy to help student-athletes navigate the complex world of college recruiting, while preparing them for life beyond sports. Whether you're a coach, parent, or athlet...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Donna Shannon, a career coach, author, and speaker with over 15 years of experience helping professionals take control of their job search with confidence and clarity. As the President of Personal Touch Career Services, Donna specializes in crafting standout résumés, interview coaching, and demystifying the hiring process. We dive into strat...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Cheryl Simpson, a seasoned career coach with over 30 years of experience helping mid-career and senior professionals accelerate their job searches. Cheryl is an award-winning resume writer (ACRW), certified LinkedIn strategist (COPNS), and creator of the "Get Clear, Get Found, Get Hired" (G3) coaching program. Her expertise has bee...

Join Rexhen Doda as he speaks with Pablo Jose Gonzalez , a bilingual career coach, seasoned insurance professional, and a father of nine. Pablo, representing AdjusterPro, focuses on a highly niche area: coaching aspiring insurance adjusters to find work without prior experience . He shares his 12-year journey from one-on-one calls to scaling through webinars and his new "Well Adjusted" p...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Stephanie Haynes, a Certified Student Career Development Advisor and education consultant who helps teens discover fulfilling career paths beyond the traditional college track. With a background in secondary education and a passion for student empowerment, Stephanie shares insights on how parents, educators, and students can navigate post-hi...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Kaylin Aarts shares how she built a thriving leadership coaching business without the pressure of flashy branding or full-scale entrepreneurship. With a holistic approach, Kaylin blends organizational development, one-on-one coaching, and partnerships to serve high-achieving leaders. Discover how to build a sustainable, values-driven practice on your own...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Caroline Ceniza-Levine, a veteran career coach, writer, and co-founder of Dream Career Club. Caroline shares her insights on navigating career pivots, building a resilient personal brand, and finding success in a rapidly changing job market. With experience spanning executive coaching, corporate recruiting, and entrepreneurship, she brings a...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, we sit down with Colleen Boselli — executive coach, corporate trainer, and founder of Strength Catalyst Partners. With over two decades of experience, Colleen shares how she built a thriving coaching practice serving clients from Google to nonprofits, her passion for strengths-based development, how she integrates AI into coaching, and the vital role of...

Executive coach and culture strategist Gerald Bush joins Career Coaching Secrets to share how he built GBKB Consulting, scaled his impact through community, and reframed coaching as a business benefit — not a cost. Learn how he grew a referral-driven business, added complementary offers, and embraced partnerships to build trust and scalability. You can find him on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gera...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Rexhen speaks with Susan Edwards, founder of Forwards Career Services and a seasoned HR leader turned career coach. Susan shares how she built her coaching business from a side hustle to a full-time practice, the biggest industry shifts she’s seeing, and why aligning values with your work matters more than ever. Learn how Susan balances recruiting, coach...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, executive coach and conflict resolution expert Nicole McDonough shares how she helps high-impact leaders navigate complex interpersonal dynamics using emotional intelligence and the Enneagram. Nicole talks about how to stay calm during client turnover, what it means to lead tough conversations, and how to build a business rooted in curiosity, connection,...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, we speak with Brenda Mariah—founder of Push Career Management, certified career coach, and powerhouse strategist. Brenda shares her inspiring journey from engineer to career coach, how she overcame personal and professional upheaval, and how she helps others break free from outdated career paths to discover work that truly fulfills them. You can find her...

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, we're joined by Raj Khera, a serial entrepreneur, executive coach, and three-time CEO who has successfully built and exited multiple SaaS companies, including MailerMailer and WealthEngine. Raj is now on a mission to help 250 entrepreneurs become multimillionaires through his ventures like MoreBusiness.com and MakeMEDIA. He shares powerful insights...

On this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets podcast, host Rexhen Doda interviews Maki Moussavi , a mindset and identity coach. Maki shares her unique journey from a master's degree in genetic counseling and a 14-year corporate career in healthcare IT to becoming an entrepreneur and coach. She delves into the challenges and transformations of starting her own business, emphasizing the impor...

Join Rexhen Doda as he chats with Payal Shah , a certified career and leadership coach and founder of Passion Empowered. Payal shares her journey from a corporate job to coaching, focusing on mid-career bicultural professionals feeling stuck. She discusses leveraging strategic alliances for client acquisition and the unique challenges of her niche, including cultural taboos around seeking help. Pa...

Join Rexhen Doda and April Calkovsky , a career coach and social justice advocate at Eastern Michigan University. April shares her accidental discovery of career coaching, her unique university-based practice, and her future goals, including pursuing a doctorate and potentially launching her own business. She emphasizes the transformative power of authenticity and vulnerability in coaching, highli...

Rexhen Doda speaks with LJ Nieulant , founder of Inspirator and a veteran career coach. LJ shares his transition from sales to coaching, his niche of men in finance, IT, and media , and his global, remote practice. He discusses using LinkedIn and word-of-mouth for clients and his biggest scaling hurdle: the fear of losing control over quality. LJ emphasizes the value of having a coach and mastermi...