"Cultivated Culture was very helpful, I was able to receive a 68% salary increase with their help. I get anxious and lacked confidence, my coach was there for me every step of the way to provide much needed guidance. The methodology really works! If you follow the guidance, results will show, I am proof!"

"I work in Corporate Finance. I was laid off for the first time prior to starting with Cultivated Culture, and it really shook my confidence. I struggled reaching out to contacts and getting past just applying on LinkedIn and hoping for the best. My partner used Cultivated Culture in the past, and the Dream Job System got him out of a slump and into a job that jump started his current career. I decided to go with the extra step of coaching to keep myself accountable and also have a third party sounding board. The most valuable part of coaching for me was how much tools like ChatGPT can be utilized to revamp your resume, LinkedIn, create cover letters, and VVPs. I always saw AI as a crutch, but in reality it just streamlines and saves so much time. The content is still yours, ChatGPT just pushes it that extra mile. The three biggest strategies I used were: reaching out to hiring managers after applying to make sure I was top of mind, looking at company employees to see how long of a tenure they had, if they were getting promoted, etc, and finding that balance of personal and professional narratives when interviewing. I would not have landed the position I currently have without their help and support."

"Working with Cultivated Culture was easily one of the highest-leverage decisions I made in this transition. I was stepping into my first real interview process in 8+ years, and my first time ever navigating a negotiation that actually mattered. Cultivated Culture closed that gap. What stood out wasn’t just the advice, it was the clarity and timing of it. At each stage, they helped me focus on the moves that actually mattered, cut through noise, and approach the process more strategically. And their “light touch” accountability was exactly that, enough to keep momentum without ever feeling forced. The résumé feedback was also incredibly detailed and practical, it helped me sharpen how I articulate my value in a way that actually lands. End result: I showed up more confident, more prepared, and far more effective when it counted, and ultimately landed and accepted a great offer."

"I have been following Austin's LinkedIn posts and blogs for years before signing up for the coaching program. I appreciate the fact that the program has taught me a very important lesson that I can apply to any type of relationship building (beyond job hunting). The lesson is relationship building works best when you shift from the mentality of "can you be nice and do this for me?" to "what I can do for you? what challenges can I help you with?". Focus on understanding the other party's needs and challenges and how you can help them solve their problems pays off in the long run. This program really drives the point home."

"I would describe myself as an Economist or Economic Analyst. Most of these positions are in the public sector. Due to the situation at my government agency, I realized that I needed to target a transition to the private sector, but I have very little previous private sector experience. I knew the current job market environment was a tough one, and I needed to use some different methods to stand out. I chose Cultivated Culture because I really liked the part about not just applying to a bunch of positions online. I liked that laying the groundwork with career clarity, company research, cold networking, and Value Validation Projects were all ways that I could stand out from the crowd. By receiving the coaching, reviewing the training modules, and implementing the strategies and techniques I learned, I received an offer for a Fair Lending Analyst at a large bank. And when I received the offer, I already knew the company's values aligned with mine because I had completed the research up front. Finally, the biggest long-term lesson I have learned from Cultivated Culture is that networking is a lifelong tenet, similar to learning or exercise, and it does not stop when you receive an offer. Relationship building makes it easier to find that next opportunity, especially when you least expect it!"

"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."