Spark a Career Counseling + Business Coaching

I recently needed a good looking resume in a hurry. I contacted Kristin and she rearranged her schedule so that we could get together. She spent time asking questions and 2 hours later, I received the most professional resume I have ever seen. I was impressed that she wanted to understand the position I was applying for so that she could fine tune the resume for that specific position.
I was offered the position!

After the loss of a job, I felt defeated, had a lot of self doubt and career paralysis.
Then I found and started working with Kristin. Together we dug into past work experiences, skills, personality traits and discovered career potentials I had never thought of. She patiently listened to all I had to say, provided solid guidance, and a new perspective on the value that I bring, and helped me to stop selling myself short on my past career experiences.
I look forward to working with Kristin again, her wisdom and insight have helped me immensely. I highly recommend her for anyone experiencing a career burnout and seeking a new path.

Kristin is incredibly helpful and thoughtful! I wish I would have started working with her sooner. I appreciate her ability make me think about my future and the various paths to get there. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who would like to more clearly map out the next steps in their career.

Kristin is an amazing writer. She takes what I write and turns it into something that sounds smart an funny! I love her entrepreneurial skills and advice. I need guidance and advice on my scope of work and help with planning and marketing. I find her to be a great go to resource.

Poor service. I had an initial phone call with Kristin that left me feeling pretty excited. She said she would email me some resume templates which she never did. I called back to ask about it and she said that she was away from her desk the last time that we spoke..... ok. I gave it second shot and agreed to meet in person, again she said she would send me the templates, she never did. We also agreed that I would send a comprehensive career/resume history which I did and asked her to respond prior to our meeting, she never did.
By the time the appointment came up I intentionally missed it, something I would generally never do. You'll never guess who remembered to return a phone call, that's right, Kristin did. It's interesting that she remembered me very well when she thought she was going to get paid. 700$ for her 'package of 7 break through the fog sessions' is way too much to invest in someone who can't return an email, more than once. She seems more concerned with selling these packages than she is in actually helping people.

I wish I'd met Kristin so much earlier! She helped me to finally shape a perspective and to put real words and actions to what I wanted to accomplish, and I still rely on her wisdom and insight after a year's worth of formal coaching. She's not only a motivator, but a natural connector and brilliant networker. You will not be disappointed in what comes from your time working with Kristin.

Kristin Schuchman really is that good! She's a listener, thinker, doer and writer. Her communication skills are complimented by vast educational experiences. If you need someone to help you take charge of your business self or simply need someone experienced to talk to, call Kristin, she is a stellar advisor for those in business or still thinking about it.

I found out about Kristin while searching for a career counselor in the Portland area. I came across her profile thru Vicki Lind and Associates website and felt that she may be able to help me figure out my next years career step. I am convinced I made the right decision.

I had been with my company for more than 14 years when I reached out to her. There were no more advancement opportunities in the Portland area and I did not want to relocate. Further I had grown weary of my line of work and knew that I was in need of a complete career change. Not really knowing what line of work I wanted to be in, I knew what I didn't want. Kristin helped me focus and find resources to help me figure out what I can do that would be personally fulfilling and financially beneficial.

I would recommend her services to anyone looking for a career change or to go into business themselves. She is very personable and able to give you inside and identify skills you may not have known you had.

After leaving a 20-year career, I scheduled time with Kristin hoping to learn the secrets of how to get a job in the competitive Portland market. I ended up learning so much more - about myself, what is important to me, and that instead of a job, I actually wanted to be an entrepreneur. What a surprise! Each week with Kristin was productive and encouraging. I have a solid plan now, that includes certifications, business plans, and networking strategy. No mysteries and the direction I so very needed.

I'm an acupuncturist, self employed, and I've been working with Kristin within her Mastermind Marketing group as I'm transitioning into working more now that my kids are a little older. This group under Kristin's excellent leadership is a great way for me to determine what this next phase of my career and my life looks like. Kristin is wonderful at suggesting resources, brainstorming ideas, and helping me come up with a marketing plan that fits my skills, personality and interests. She has great tools and excellent experience, she is smart, funny, personable and a good motivator. She asks questions that really get me to think about my career and my life in a holistic way. I find I'm motivated to add skills I didn't even know I had! She's helped me with nuts and bolts projects like flyers, and she's great at interviews; we're even working on a podcast together! Thanks Kristin!