Primary Source Careers
Helping PhDs gather data on workforce trends, organizational culture, and themselves
About Primary Source Careers
I'm a career strategist for PhDs. People often ask me things like, "What is the best career path for a historian?" or "Can I get a job in biotech right now?" or "How long will it take me to get a promotion?" The answer, frustratingly enough, is always "it depends." No two people are the same – their priorities, strengths, and experiences are different – and no workforce landscape is static. Job titles, companies, and industries are born, grow and collapse each year. I help PhDs confidently navigate this uncertainty by teaching them to gather their own "primary source" data (about their own internal landscape, and that of the workforce at large) and turn it into action.
My practice is built on a commitment to unveiling the hidden curriculum of the white-collar workplace. Raised by a single mother who taught in public schools, I bring values of public service, innovation with limited resources, and people-centered design to everything I do.
Services
Career and Leadership Coaching
I offer coaching for early-to-mid-career PhDs and higher ed professionals navigating critical career transitions. I provide guidance on job search, career strategy, leadership development, and navigating institutional cultures. Specialties include: 1) Breaking through analysis paralysis and getting un-stuck; 2) Increasing confidence and leadership presence by tapping into strengths.
Workshops & Programs
I offer career and leadership development programs rooted in current workforce insights and impactful learning design. My goal is for all participants to leave with: 1) A greater sense of connection, community, and normalization of career challenges; 2) Real (if incremental) progress made toward their goal in real time; 3) Frameworks and resources to continue after the workshop.
Organizational Consulting
I offer consulting services for organizations, including advising on talent acquisition or retention strategy; designing curricula and competency frameworks; designing or conducting needs assessment, benchmarking, and assessment; and designing and/or facilitating in-person and virtual offsites, retreats, courses, and communities.