You may know it’s time for a career change…
or you simply feel called to something more.
Whether you’re pivoting careers, re-entering the workforce, or seeking work that truly aligns with your passions, Mary provides the structure, discipline, and support to help you
move forward with confidence.
1:1 Career Coaching
with
Mary Olson-Menzel
Career coaching with expert coach Mary Olson-Menzel helps you cut through uncertainty, identify aligned opportunities, and take purposeful action toward the career you’ve been wanting but haven’t known how to reach. It’s time to find something new and different that better incorporates your unique skills, talents, and better aligns with your purpose.
National Bestseller
What Lights You Up?
This book is an essential guide and roadmap for everyone and anyone seeking direction in their career journey. What Lights You Up? is filled with highly effective tips, tricks, and strategies to help readers transition from where they are now into a fulfilling and meaningful new career and beyond.
*all readers can get a free Companion Workbook.
MVP 360 Coaching Methodology
10-Step Proprietary Process
What You Gain at Every Stage:
01
Hollistic Clarity
Gain a clear understanding of what you truly want next, professionally and personally, so your career decisions align with your values, goals, and real-world opportunities.
02
Your Distinct Personal Brand
Define what sets you apart, so your strengths, story, and value proposition are immediately clear and compelling.
03
Strategic Positioning
Polish your resume and powerful online presence to accurately reflect your leadership brand and attract the right opportunities.
04
Your Target List
Identify and prioritize the companies, roles, and paths that best match your goals so choose the options that serve you best.
05
Expanded, Activated Network
Leverage and grow the right relationships to open doors faster, using your network (and ours) with intention and confidence.
06
Access to the Right Opportunities
Cut through the noise and approach each organization strategically, increasing your chances of meaningful conversations.
07
Executive-Level Interview Readiness
Show up to every conversation prepared, confident, and credible, with deep insight into the people, culture, and business that you’re engaging.
08
Momentum and Relationship Building
Stay connected, visible, and relevant as opportunities evolve, with guidance on how to nurture relationships that lead to offers.
09
Clear the Path to “Yes”
Move from opportunity to offer with a clear roadmap and negotiate a win-win outcome that reflects your value.
10
Confident, Successful Onboarding
Start strong in your new role with dedicated onboarding coaching to accelerate impact, credibility, and early wins.
Meet Mary Olson-Menzel
Speaker. Author. Leader. Coach.
Mary is a renowned expert in career and workplace success with more than 30 years of leadership experience across global organizations and industries. As an executive leadership coach, she helps individuals and companies unlock potential, strengthen performance, and accelerate growth through a fresh, results-driven approach.
Known for her ability to deeply connect with people, Mary guides leaders to tap into what truly motivates them and translate that clarity into meaningful, sustained success. Mary is an inspiring, highly customized speaker, a member of the Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches, and a guest lecturer at NYU and Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. Mary is also the award-winning, national bestselling author of What Lights You Up? Illuminate Your Path and Take the Next Big Step in Your Career.
“I’ve had the privilege of working with Mary for almost five years, and I can honestly say she’s transformed how I approach my professional development. Her professionalism is matched only by her genuine ability to connect with you as a person – she doesn’t just give generic advice, but also provides meaningful feedback and concrete action items tailored specifically to your goals and challenges. Beyond her exceptional coaching skills, Mary is simply one of the most genuinely caring and supportive people you’ll ever work with, and I can’t recommend her highly enough!”
Lou D.,
former Senior Director, Multinational Retail Corporation
“Mary is an incredible partner who possesses a set of diverse tools and techniques. Her ability to deftly work across various training and coaching requirements is superbly complimented by her passion to get the best out of her clients. I wholeheartedly recommended Mary to anyone looking for first class executive support or professional coaching.”
Andrew B.,
Global Head of Business Operations & Analytics, Financial Services Industry