Testimonials

Testimonials from Clients

I am so very fortunate to have come to know and work with Judy Christofferson. From the first conversation I had with her, I knew immediately that I wanted to work with her, and that I would have a positive and enlightening experience. Judy’s approach is comprehensive and highly integrated, and she knows that the personal and professional are tightly connected. Through a combination of theory and practice, she helps you hone in on your likes, dislikes, desires and strengths, and guides you through a highly intelligent and practical plan that prepares you for your new beginning. She is incredibly and genuinely intelligent, selfless, and positive, and has consistently gone above and beyond the call of duty to make herself available for me when I needed her for job offer negotiations and personal matters. She stays on top of the latest career search trends, and is always offering new and valuable information for her clients. When I was laid off from my marketing position of nearly 10 years, working with Judy made me feel calm, secure, and in capable hands through the process of finding a new career. There is no other career coach I would recommend for this very important time of transition in life!

Kristin H — Marketing Executive, ecommerce

Judy is a very warm, compassionate person whose notable professional experience and unique personal qualities enable her to distill any issue or situation, no matter the complexity, down to its most simple, basic form. She intelligently analyzes the fundamentals with careful consideration of any intangibles in order to provide a basis for real, actionable options and solutions. Judy has a naturally optimistic and unequivocal manner that she uses to achieve highly desirable results. Her method utilizes extremely positive energy as well as exceptional intellect and insight. I am confident that anyone who has the opportunity to work with Judy will quickly realize how fortunate he or she is to be in her very capable hands. She is a wonderful and sincere person who always has her clients’ best interests in mind. She truly puts a part of herself into every interaction that she has with the people that she is helping. Working with Judy makes one feel like she is a genuine, altruistic friend, not someone who is just providing a service for a fee. There really are not enough words here to describe Judy’s undying passion and selflessness in her efforts to help individuals realize their dreams big and small. I will forever hold a very fond memory of my experiences working with both Judy, the professional Coach, and Judy, the individual!

Bob G – Senior Marketing Professional

I had the great privilege of working with Judy throughout my second year of graduate school.   I had some general working ideas of what I wanted to do post graduation, but felt it was a good idea to work with a career advisor to make sure I maximized my efforts in my job search. I’m so thankful I found Judy. Thanks to her broad knowledge base about different industries and desire to deeply understand her clients, I not only learned tremendously more about the job market, but I also learned a lot more about myself. Judy and I spent a lot of time better understanding my strengths, challenges, real interests and  career aspirations. She does a fantastic job of asking probing questions, listening intently, and thinking creatively about what opportunities might excite her clients and fit their interests. Throughout our work we learned that I needed wide ranging variety, a high-energy and endless learning environment, and an opportunity to network with a diverse group of people. I ended up working for a venture capital firm that provides every one of those aspects, and I can honestly say I couldn’t have done it without Judy. She provided invaluable guidance throughout the interview process and helped me better articulate the value I could bring to the firm.

Since Judy and I worked together I have continued my relationship with her as a friend and mentor. Of all the wonderful things I could say about her, my favorite is the genuine energy and interest she brings to each client. It’s clear she puts a lot of time, thought and effort into each person she works with. You can hear it in her voice during every meeting. It’s truly an honor to recommend someone whom I respect so much.

If Judy will accept the job, she will always have a seat on my personal board of advisors. Please feel free to get my contact information from Judy for any questions.

-Casey S  Venture Capital Analyst

After five years with the same company, where I had ascended the corporate ladder but also grown very frustrated, I decided the right next step for me was to find a new job. Under that pretense, I started working with Judy. But I soon found out that changes in the way I managed my team (and myself!) could bring me the sanity and relief in my current job that I had sought in a new one. Through her coaching, Judy helped me learn more effective techniques to deal with challenging situations and people. Our work together has led me to become a better manager, a better employee and, frankly, less of a jerk when I’m at work or home.

Phone calls with Judy are easy-going. My initial concern was that they would be awkward or that I couldn’t possibly explain the intricacies of my challenges to Judy. Not true, it turns out. By putting her clients at ease, and paying incredibly close attention to the discussion, dialogue is easy and our chats can veer drastically off course, in a way that engenders learning and new beginnings.

I can see how, if you’re looking for a new job, Judy would be a great resource in your corner. But if you’re fed up with your job (or yourself), Judy can help you re-motivate yourself, set goals and achieve success in venues where you didn’t think it was possible. I frequently talk to friends and colleagues about my work with Judy and give her my highest recommendation.

Dave B, Vice President, Marketing and Business Development

Unhappy. Hopeless. Unsuccessful. Three words I knew all too well one year ago. And then I met Judy. My situation at work was unsatisfactory and it was affecting me emotionally; my outlook was grim, and I had a personal feeling (combined with professional feedback) that I was not performing at my position. After working closely with Judy over the past year, I am now happier than I have ever been; my outlook on the future is bright and welcoming, and my current success is outstanding. In my recent one year review, I received incredibly positive feedback and a pay raise – with zero negative comments. Furthermore, my Individual Performance Review Assessment (a document explaining my view on the past year and where I would like to go) was revered as to what should be the new company standard. Judy, with her expertise in personal development and branding was a key part in developing this document. I would not have been able to do it without her.

I encourage anyone who is looking to improve their current situation at work, or to simply better their life, to call and speak with Judy. She is truly an amazing person and a blessing to have in my life.

Ross – Market Research, Project Director

With 10 years of professional experience in a variety of roles and industries, a master’s degree and a growing family since I graduated from college, I needed a clear and strategic plan to return to work and develop a career path that would benefit my family, personal and professional goals. Judy provided me with the time, insight and extensive guidance that has allowed me for the first time in my life to clearly and confidently explain my goals and ambitions in interviews and in meetings with network connections. I am on the right path to success thanks to Judy’s coaching, advising and motivational support.

Reed W –  Senior Consultant

After I graduated from college, I still had no idea what type of career I wanted to pursue or how to start. Feeling overwhelmed, I decided to look for help and Judy Christofferson was recommended to me. After meeting with her regularly, she helped me figure out what type of job I wanted to pursue and how to gain entry into the field. From interview preparation to resume building, she helped me in every aspect of my job search and made the daunting task much less intimidating. I have since found a job as a market analyst and truly feel I would not be here without her help. I highly recommend Judy to anyone in search of the right career or general help in the search for a job. She takes the time to understand what type of career fits you through your strengths and personality. Judy Christofferson has made my career search after college significantly easier and much more effective.

Chad B – Recent College Grad, Digital Marketing

Judy is an extraordinary coach. I had the fortunate privilege of working with her during a time of deep transition. Through her guidance I was able to maximize the positive and focus on practical ways of aligning my passion, gifts, and experience with opportunities in the workplace. Her expertise in all phases of the job search was invaluable.

Judy is supportive, engaging, and affirming. She is
. A compassionate and active listener
. An extremely encouraging professional
. Exceedingly insightful, inspirational, and generous

Judy is highly skilled at assessment and discernment of opportunities aligned with my strengths and values. Her expertise and motivation in resume construction and interview preparation lessened my stress and empowered me to be highly prepared and confident.

Her positive attitude, expert capabilities, and encouragement of my creativity have made a tremendous difference in my life. Judy has been a caring professional and a vital partner in the all-encompassing work of the job search. I highly recommend Judy without reservation!

Katherine A – Education, Parish Director

Judy is an amazingly supportive coach with strong professional insights and “people smart” perceptions. From our earliest communications, I came to know Judy as someone I could rely on consistently for high quality advice but also count on as a coach who cares–not only about me but also those whom I care about! I requested her assistance in finding a new job, but in the process also discovered she was equally invested in my discovering the “newness” I was being called to—opening myself to options that may not seem at first obvious, to “think outside the box”. I’ve come to the realization, in working with Judy, that a career coach is absolutely essential when seeking employment. I’ve also realized that a career coach who is also personally helpful and supportive is a real gem! Judy has been this gem for me!

Jerry H – Health Care Executive

Throughout the time I worked with Judy, our primary focus was my overall professional development. When Judy and I first began working together, I was getting ready to give my 2 weeks’ notice to an organization that I didn’t feel fit my strengths. Judy helped me get through that in the most professional way possible, then helped me transition into my new role in a new company.

In my new role, I had to report to two different managers. Judy helped me effectively manage the workload and deal with the everyday challenges I faced. We worked together to better understand what my strengths and weaknesses are and how to be most effective in my new role. Just by doing this, I learned a tremendous amount about myself. I always looked forward to meeting with Judy because she always made me feel more confident about myself and my ability to get the job done. This enabled me to secure “early wins” and create a strong first impression with my managers.

She always has her client’s best interests in mind and her experience is invaluable. She is a diligent listener and asks great questions. Judy brings so much positive energy to the table and is a very inspiring. She does a tremendous job at not getting bogged down in every little detail and helps you take a step back and look at the big picture. It is clear that she puts a lot of time and effort into each client. She is always reliable for quality advice and is a great mentor to have. I have the upmost respect for Judy and would recommend her to anyone.

Jonathan S. Director, Commercial Real Estate Development

When life and its decision have overwhelmed me at times, a 40 minute conversation with Judy not only had me feeling great about myself and able to see my power in the situation, but I was armed with an action plan that I owned. The actions are bite-size pieces and just what I need to have a clear sense of what to do next. Did I mention the actions are a lot of fun?!
I’m a bit of self-help junkie and Judy has the optimal combination of empathy, articulation, and pragmatism to help you achieve your best life!

Mary Beth L – Partner, Information Technology and Services

As a recent college graduate, I spend most of my senior year worrying about post-grad career opportunities. Given the current job market, it was only natural to find myself extremely anxious when predicting my future. From consistent pep talks to advice on scripting the ideal cover letter, Judy was there for me every step of the way. Judy’s encouraging words and outstanding mentoring have helped to get me where I am today: a full-time Junior Publicist at a Hospitality and Travel Public Relations Industry, 2 months out of college. Thank you, Judy, for your never-ending faith in me and my ability to succeed.

Kendall T –  Public Relations