"I am a digital/product designer with over 6 years of experience helping B2B/B2C/e-commerce companies from building digital products to marketing them. I was with my previous company for 4.5 years due to the work visa, and I have been out of the job market for a while. When I was laid off, I felt overwhelmed and struggled to keep up with my job search in 2025. I joined a 2-week cohort with another career coach, but I feel helpless afterward. During the job search, I have had numerous questions about various situations. I decided to join Cultivate Culture because of the clarity Austin provided in building my career. And, the job guarantees commitment in the contract. I worked with Forrest. He was sympathetic and gave me clear directions to optimize my materials. He is the best! I also emailed Adriana questions while Forrest was on leave. She provided me with great answers and support as well. The cultivated culture has professional coaches. I recommend the team 10 out of 10. The program helped enhance my resume by incorporating mini-case study bullet points, clarifying my strengths and achievements using the Task -> Outcome -> Impact structure. It provided insights on optimizing my LinkedIn profile, including the cover photo, endorsements, and experience sections. I learned the importance of crafting specific outreach messages to improve networking success. Additionally, I gained valuable strategies for interview preparation, emphasizing the importance of researching interviewers and asking meaningful questions. Overall, the program has made me feel supported and less isolated in my journey."

"I work in advertising as a marketing manager and account lead. In my job search I struggled to find clarity and had "dream job" ideas but didn't understand how to get there. I was discouraged in my search and felt like I had no one I could ask questions to or depend on.  After some frustrations, I decided to invest in the program. I had followed Austin for years and used some of his strategies in my interviews but never landed an offer.  Working with Adriana was more than a game changer. She was thoughtful, proactive, and extremely experienced. She helped challenge me to do my best. I thought I was a strong interviewer, she helped me identify blind spots and win multiple offers! I would recommend her and this program to anyone who feels stuck. "

"Before discovering Cultivated Culture, I felt stuck in my job search in a challenging job market. Partnering with my coach, Adriana, was transformative. She helped me in crafting a compelling narrative around my career goals, tailoring my resume and LinkedIn profile to resonate with potential employers. Through insightful mock interviews and personalized feedback, she helped me refine my personal brand and develop a clear strategy for my search. Thanks to her guidance, I succeeded in securing a role that perfectly aligns with my aspirations. I am incredibly grateful to Cultivated Culture for their excellent support and expertise. *Monalisa asked us to use an avatar as her headshot*"

"Before I found Cultivated Culture, I was feeling stuck and frustrated in my job search. Despite having over a decade of HSE experience and tailoring countless applications, I was barely getting interview calls. I was really struggling to stand out and navigate the Canadian job market effectively. Working with my coach Adriana completely changed the game for me. She helped me shift my focus from just applying online to building real connections and showcasing my value through tailored outreach and value validation projects. Her guidance on how to position my international experience and align it with Canadian industry expectations was incredibly impactful. That led to a renewed sense of confidence, higher response rates from hiring managers, and a more strategic, data-driven approach to my job search."

"Earlier this year, I was determined to make a career move to the United States while still employed in Germany. When I first signed up, my biggest challenge was navigating a career transition to a completely new geography. I wasn’t sure how to reposition my experience, how to build a U.S.-aligned job search strategy, and frankly, how to keep my confidence intact amidst so much change. A few months into the journey, things became even more complex when I lost my job in Germany due to shifting geopolitical and economic conditions. Suddenly, I was not only steering my career transition but also managing visa risks and financial uncertainty. Through it all, Adriana was a constant anchor. She didn’t just give me job search tools, she gave me perspective, encouragement, and speed when I needed it most. Every time I reached out, she responded quickly with resources, fresh ideas, and new angles I hadn’t considered. She reminded me of wins I had overlooked and helped me reframe challenges into opportunities. I truly valued our camaraderie, I could share my fears, failures, and dreams with her, and she always held space with kindness and grace. Three of the biggest strategies that directly helped me land my new role were: 1: Personalized outreach and networking, I built authentic relationships and opened doors I wouldn’t have reached otherwise. 2: Creative storytelling in applications; from tailored resumes to innovative pitches, I learned how to showcase my value beyond traditional formats. 3: Resilience and mindset shift; guided by Adriana’s support, I stayed grounded and motivated even during setbacks, which made me consistent in my job search. I am extremely grateful to Adriana for her knowledge, her grasp of the profession, her kindness, and her timely support. I’ve already recommended her to others, and I would happily do so again, whether you’re starting your career, navigating a change, or aiming for a new environment. Adriana is resourceful, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in your success. I also highly recommend Cultivated Culture as a platform. I plan to stay engaged with the community and the Wednesday check-ins to continue learning. This journey has shown me the power of structured coaching paired with genuine human support, and Adriana embodies both."