"For things to change, you have to change." - Jim Rohn

Career coaching isn't for everyone. ​

But it can be useful for anyone looking to secure a better-paying job or more fulfilling career.

If any of the statements below feel true for you, you've come to the right place:

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  • ​​I'm unemployed and struggling to re-enter the job market.
  • I have a decent resume, but am not hearing back when I apply online.
  • I dread networking. I need actionable tips on how to connect with people effectively.
  • I am a terrible procrastinator; I need accountability to keep my job hunt on track.
  • I don't know what I'm worth, and my salary negotiation skills are rusty.
  • My confidence is pretty low. I don't know how to "sell" myself to employers.
  • I hate my current job. I'm overworked, stressed, or bored and unfulfilled. Haven't gotten a raise in years.
  • My professional branding is lackluster; I'm reluctant to use LinkedIn.​
  • I've been daydreaming about a career change. I need help exploring my options.​​
I empower my clients. Together, we:​
•  Reduce the time it takes to land interviews
•  Create powerful resumes and compelling LinkedIn profiles
•  Achieve clarity about career goals and next steps
•  Prepare for tough interviews
•  Conquer salary negotiation fears
•  Combat career-related anxiety or misery
•  Earn promotions, salary raises and perks
•  Solve interpersonal workplace challenges
​•  Find fulfilling, meaningful work
Ready to purchase a career coaching session for yourself or as a gift for someone you care about?

NEED MORE CONVINCING?
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CLIENT TESTIMONIALS


My client, the day before a job interview: David's strategies helped me get over some of my initial fear about salary negotiations and also made me realize that I needed more concrete aids to help me through that conversation... I really am ready for this! -Alex M.
Note: Alex landed a job offer with a 50% salary increase.
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Confidence and results: David was so knowledgeable, friendly and very professional that it was a great pleasure working with him. He gave me great insights to help me identify my strengths and realize my potential, and gave me the confidence and positive attitude I needed to conduct my job search. After revamping my resume and LinkedIn profile I'm finally getting quality interviews. I can't thank him enough!"-Lina A.
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Corporate client seeking communication & management skill development: Too often, I just go through the daily motions and hold onto [emotions] for too long... thanks for being a great listener and allowing me to talk through viable solutions. You are very engaged and 100% devoted to the conversation at hand. -Stephanie
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Life coaching client: David is truly an excellent and inspirational coach. I have worked with him on a variety of different skill sets. His patience and warm approach to difficult situations is what makes him unique. I would recommend David to anyone seeking to self-improve and succeed in their life. -Ray M.
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Resume client: Working with David is such a pleasure! He’s thorough, engaged, and sensitive to the goals and motivations of his clients. His work is characterized by writing that is crisp and inviting, along with coaching that is well-informed and practical. The final product stands out because it strongly reflects his industry insights. It is wonderful to work with someone as professional and supportive as David. -Cris P.

 You are awesome.

But something is standing in your way.

Is it fear masked as procrastination? Anxiety showing up as uncertainty about what to do next?

Or maybe you've been busy serving others, and haven't made your career growth a priority before. But now you're finally ready to move forward with purpose.
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​Let me help.

SELECT CREDENTIALS

CPCC Certified Professional Career Coach logo David Wiacek
I'm a certified professional career coach (CPCC). I help people navigate the modern day job search. The most common obstacle for job seekers isn't a weak resume or a lackluster LinkedIn bio, although I help with that, too. Too often, the culprit is low self-esteem, lack of focus or hopelessness at a dead-end job. Every day, I help people overcome their fears and develop skills critical for professional growth. And, yes, I help people land jobs and secure higher salaries. If anyone you know is looking to find more fulfilling, better-paying work, let's chat.
CPCC Certified Professional Career Coach logo David Wiacek
I'm a certified professional resume writer (CPRW). I have viewed and critiqued thousands of resumes in my career--and have personally rewritten hundreds. My clients have landed interviews (and job offers) at top-tier organizations including Fortune 500 corporations, hot startups, and renowned nonprofits.
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I am a proud (and highly active) member of PARWCC: The Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Career Coaches.
Core services:
  • Job Search Goal Setting
  • Resume/LinkedIn/Cover Letter Services
  • Interviewing & Salary Negotiation Prep
  • Career Transition/Industry Switching Strategies
  • Communication Skill Development
  • Public Speaking/Presentation Skills
  • Relationship Management
  • People Management/Leadership
  • Providing Effective Feedback/Feedforward
  • Self-Development/Self-Empowerment

Phone sessions

Depending on the nature of your needs, I offer weekly or monthly sessions available in 30-minute increments.

In-person meetings

Currently unavailable.
For clients in the tri-state area, we can arrange an in-person meeting (e.g. at a coffee shop) in Manhattan or Westchester. 

Video chat

For clients outside of the NYC area who prefer a more personal touch, video sessions are available via Skype/Google Hangouts.

Job search-related services

I provide top-notch copywriting for resumes/CVs, cover letters and online bio (e.g. LinkedIn) based on a decade of experience.
Career Fixer LLC