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Hello! I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to introduce you to career charge, where your success is my priority!
For over 15 years, I have been helping people navigate complex transitions and intimidating systems in an ever changing world of work. My clients have discovered a deeper purpose in life, gained confidence and resilience, skills and capabilities they never knew they had! My experience and fearless approach to coaching comes not only from working with thousands of clients, but it is also fuelled by my own transformative journey!
I am a professional helper! The most important KPI I evaluate the success of my organization is my clients' success!
My practical, no nonsense approach delivers results!
Michaela Fengstad M.Ed.
After a successful career as a K-12 teacher and radio broadcaster, life circumstances brought me to beautiful British Columbia! As many of you understand, my first years in Vancouver were challenging. I was confused, stuck in a low paying job, and had a very foggy vision for my future. I met wonderful people that tried to help me but the advice was so general that I could not really grasp it.
Eventually I found my way into career development field and 15 years later I am still enjoying helping people every minute of my life!
Building my own company has always felt right, so here I am! If you or a loved one goes through a career transition, feels stuck or incredibly confused about the future, let's talk! I am flexible, accommodating, and understand better than anyone else that priorities shift when you wear more than one hat in life!
Be prepared for an empathic, direct, honest conversation, with no non-sense fluff! Working with me will set you up for success!
I'm deeply committed to empowering fearless people like you navigate the complexities and instability of the current business world with ease, and face future with confidence!
" Michaela was a phenomenal support in guiding me through the job search process. Her upbeat, caring personality together with a very direct, no nonsense advice was a breath of fresh air during dark times. I loved working with her and I could not recommend her enough! I truly would not have achieved the job I have today if it wasn't for her support and thorough career expertise!"
Crystal Lu, Marketing Manager
EDUCATION & Advanced Training
Anybody can claim they are a coach these days. My education is a testament to my commitment to my clients, to the career counselling field, and to my professional self! I don't just fiddle in the field! I use the latest, research-backed best practices.
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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Career Counselling
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Career Development Practitioner Certificate
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Certificate in eLearning
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Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), minor in Counselling
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Diplomate Member Viktor Franklin Institute, Stanford, TX
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Trauma Counselling and Support Certificate
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Certified Résumé Strategist
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Certified in EQ-i 360 and EQ-i 2.0 assessments​
Most professionals like to think they have all the answers! I don't. There is always something to be discovered! That is why, I rely on more than just my knowledge and expertise: I also use the knowledge and insight of a network of professionals to provide the most comprehensive, and up to date services available to clients across diverse industries. My network includes labour market specialists, recruiters and human resources managers, and professionals that have worked across a variety of roles and industries. Whatever your target is, somebody in my network is familiar with it or knows somebody else who is!
I am 100% committed to my clients and stand by the quality of my work. That is why I do not outsource my résumé writing, I do not subcontract or use freelancers! I devote time and attention to each of my clients. If you are looking for a fast, generic résumé - we should not be working together! I work the best with future-oriented clients that favour quality work!
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I am dedicated to the life long learning principle: in a fast moving economy, I try my best to keep up with the latest trends and fads in business, career development & technology because I am committed to give the best to my clients!
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