Get clear, get confident, and lead on your own terms.
It's Time to Get Out of Autopilot
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You’ve mastered the art of keeping it all together.
You hit deadlines. Deliver results. Handle curveballs like a pro. But deep down, you know something’s missing.
To feel energized by your work — not drained by it.
To stop second-guessing every move and start leading with purpose, clarity, and confidence.
That’s where I come in.
- Identify what’s really holding you back (it’s not always what you think)
- Reconnect you to the kind of work that lights you up
- Build the skills and strategy you need to lead on your terms
- Create a clear plan so you know exactly what’s next
This is heart-centered, high-impact coaching that helps you move from uncertainty to action — and from action to results.
You’re already capable. But capability isn’t the same as feeling in control.
Coaching with me isn’t about “fixing” you
Think of this as me stopping over for a coffee with our laptops and giving you the best, unfiltered, and super detailed career advice.
Sounds pretty fun, right!?
Here's your chance!
Think of the Career Reset like you're taking your career to the doctor. This is your chance to get my eyeballs on what's going on in your world and tell you exactly what I would do to fix it so you can stop spinning your wheels and take action. Finally!
The Career Reset is only available for a limited time.
If you're having trouble making traction on your career growth, this is for you! Once you sign up for your Career Reset, here's what will happen:
- You will be immediately brought to a diagnostic form (be sure to fill this out right away!) to fill in so I can get the full picture of what you want help with.
- Once I receive your information, I will record and send you a video of me going over everything you provided. I will be sharing my screen and will also provide any feedback that is necessary in order for you to have your Career Reset.
Your personal and custom video will be sent to you within 2 business days, so you can start executing immediately on the advice I offer you.
Career Reset
Your first step:
You need an expert coach to help you navigate a professional transition, take your career to the next level, or help get clearer on your goals. You feel stuck professionally and aren’t sure how to get unstuck. Or, you need help and accountability in navigating the job search process.
I’m an award-winning career coach, and you can breathe a sigh of relief because I’ve got you covered.
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Going deeper:
In their Own Words
Julia was a godsend at a critical moment for me.
I was used to being good at what I did that when I hit a patch of real professional adversity, it really rocked my sense of self. The anxiety and lack of confidence at work bled over to my personal life and really shook my self-confidence. Working with Julia helped me reclaim my confidence, rebuild my mindset, and gave me a set of tools to better handle life's ups and downs. I still use our work together on a daily basis years after the fact - and I've passed those learnings on to friends, colleagues, and employees.
Hasnain Zaidi
Principal Product Manager
Faire
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- Three 60-minute Zoom calls
- Unlimited access to me via text, voice memo and email
- Clarity on next career steps based on strengths, values and goals assessments, resume review, cover letter review, LinkedIn review, authentic networking best practices, accountability plan.
4-week program
Includes:
This is good for you if you want a quick and dirty “here’s what I need to do” but you don’t need any ongoing accountability or support.
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Duration: 2 Hours
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- Nine 60-minute Zoom calls
- Unlimited access to me via text, voice memo and email
- Clarity on next career steps based on strengths, values and goals assessments, resume review, cover letter review, LinkedIn review, authentic networking best practices, accountability plan
- StandOut Assessment
- Positive Intelligence 6 week program (value: $5,000)
3-Month program
Includes:
This is good for you if you need to do more work on the foundations of what you want next, before we did into the “how.” Most clients who pick this option come to me feeling stuck or on autopilot.
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Duration: 2 Hours
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- Eighteen 60-minute Zoom calls
- Unlimited access to me via text, voice memo and email
- Clarity on next career steps based on strengths, values and goals assessments, resume review, cover letter review, LinkedIn review, authentic networking best practices, accountability plan
- StandOut Assessment
- Positive Intelligence 6 week program (value: $5,000)
6-Month program
Includes:
This is good for you if you are interested in a longer term partnership with a coach: someone who can take you fully from stuck and “ugh” to thriving in a new role.
1:1 Coaching Packages
Working with Julia has been one of the most transformative experiences of my career.
When we first connected, I was unsure of myself as a leader—struggling with imposter syndrome and lacking confidence in my voice. Through her thoughtful guidance and powerful coaching, I discovered my leadership superpower and learned how to show up with clarity, confidence, and authenticity. Julia has helped me navigate career highs and personal lows with grace, and I truly believe I wouldn’t be the leader I am today without her. She is, without a doubt, the cat’s meow—and anyone considering working with her absolutely should.
Tracy M. Sary
Director
Commercial SMB East
Julia is the best referral I've ever received, hands down.
She has empowered and coached me through promotions, paid leave, resignation, and rebuilding after layoffs. She always has a seat at the table in my virtual, and literal, boardroom. If you're looking for an empathetic, candid, and approachable career coach, Julia is your girl. She sees you as a whole person and will empower you to advocate for and achieve your career dreams.
Amanda Kocefas Russo
Senior Account Manager
Acadia
I only understood my true strengths after 1-on-1 coaching with Julia.
She encouraged me to think deeply about who I am as a person and as a professional and how to meld those aspects to bring my best self forward. I gained perspective about fields that would be a good fit and confidence in sharing who I am and what I can bring to the table. She’s truly a transformational coach. She listens carefully, responds reflectively, and encourages her clients to dig deep. Even years later, I reflect on my sessions and tell myself to channel my inner Julia in times of uncertainty.
Rebecca Buzzard
Community Engagement Manager
Town of Chapel Hill
Q: I’m interested in talking to you about my general career direction and life. I feel lost and I need some guidance, but I don’t see a good option on your website to just chat for a few minutes. What should I do? Do you offer consultations for people like me?
A: I’m so glad you reached out — and I’m really glad you found me. At this point in my practice, I no longer offer free coaching consultations. I’ve found that the best coaching happens when someone is truly ready to dive in, commit to the process, and do the deeper work that leads to real change.
That said, I want you to have everything you need to get a feel for me and my approach. You can learn a ton about my style and philosophy through my podcast appearances, my Forbes column, my newsletter, and my almost-daily posts on LinkedIn. Those resources will give you a clear sense of whether my coaching might be a good fit for where you are right now.
If what you see resonates and you feel ready to invest in structured support, I’d be excited to explore working together.
Your first step should be to sign up for the Career Reset. For $99, you’ll complete a comprehensive questionnaire designed to help you reflect deeply and honestly on where you are and what you want. Once you submit your answers, I review them closely and record a personalized video with concrete, actionable guidance tailored to you.
Many people who start with a Career Reset choose to continue with full coaching afterward because the insights from the video alone can create meaningful clarity and momentum. As one recent client shared: “The Career Reset alone was life-changing, so I can’t imagine what actual coaching with you is like. I’m in.”
Q: Are you a career coach, an executive coach, a leadership coach or a life coach? And what’s the difference? How do I know what kind of coach I need?
A: In general, here’s how I think about the differences between types of coaches:
Career coaches work with individuals on their résumé, LinkedIn, and job applications.
Executive coaches work with leaders who want to grow in their roles.
Leadership coaches work with people who want to improve how they lead at work.
Life coaches work with clients less on career and more on their holistic life—such as navigating relationships or circumstances that no longer serve them.
I call myself an executive career coach. An executive career coach helps high-achieving professionals both elevate how they lead and clarify where they’re going next. It’s a blend of strategic career direction and deep leadership development. Unlike traditional career coaches who focus on résumés and job searches, or executive coaches who center solely on leadership behaviors, an executive career coach guides clients through the intersection of the two: defining their ideal career path, strengthening the skills required to excel at the next level, and creating an action plan that brings both into reality. This type of coaching is for people who want more than a job change or more than leadership training—they want aligned, sustainable career growth with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Here are the two types of people I tend to work best with:
1. People who want to level up in their careers.
Maybe you’ve taken on a new high-profile role, inherited a team, or want to strengthen your personal brand at work. Maybe you’ve realized that the skills that got you here won’t necessarily take you to the next level. I help you identify blind spots, build the capabilities you need, and take meaningful action.
2. People who feel lost or stuck in their careers and don’t know what’s next.
Maybe you’re burnt out, confused, or operating on autopilot. I take you through a comprehensive audit where we identify your strengths, what energizes you, and how to translate that into a career direction that actually fits—with concrete steps to move forward.
Here’s who I don’t work with:
People who only want a résumé or LinkedIn refresh (a traditional career coach is a better fit for that).
People who are required to sign up for coaching due to remediation or performance issues.
Q: Do you work with men?
A: Yes, I do work with men! My community, the Women’s Leadership Accelerator, is for women, but I coach both men and women.
Q: Do you coach teams?
A: Yes. I have a team of incredibly talented contract coaches that I use for team-wide or company-wide engagements. Please use my Get in Touch form to chat more about how those partnerships work.
Q: I want to ask my company to pay for coaching but I don’t know how.
A: I’m glad you asked. After you take the Career Reset Questionnaire and decide you want to work together, I’ll help you make the case (through my library of email templates and PowerPoint presentation decks) to get your company to pay for coaching.
Q: What sets you apart from other coaches?
A: When you’re my client, you’re not just a name on my calendar—you’re someone I’m fully invested in. My coaching blends deep empathy with practical, evidence-based strategy. While I’m not a clinical therapist, I was raised by one, so I bring a nuanced understanding of how early experiences shape our beliefs about work. That dynamic is always present in my coaching.
I also bring a strong business foundation: I hold an MBA from Duke and combine psychological insight with strategic thinking, structure, and concrete action plans. I listen deeply, challenge you thoughtfully, and provide the expertise and accountability you need to make real progress. Along the way, we’ll laugh, too—because growth doesn’t have to be serious all the time.
I am both your strategic partner and your biggest advocate, and that support doesn’t end when our session does.
Here are a few things I offer that many coaches don’t:
High-impact introductions. I regularly make personal introductions within my network when I see opportunities that align with your goals.
Ongoing access. You get my cell phone number, and you’re welcome to text or send voice memos between sessions. Our work isn’t confined to a 60-minute block—I’m in your corner throughout the entire engagement.
Speaking opportunities. Because I’m also a professional speaker, I’m frequently asked for speaker referrals. When the fit is right, I recommend clients for those opportunities.
Once you’ve worked with me, I consider you a client for life. My commitment to your growth and success continues long after our formal coaching engagement ends.
