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Step into a life and career that is true to you.

Become who you’re meant to be.

 

Helping you get clear on your purpose and take concrete steps toward meaningful work.



Are you in your 20s or 30s navigating a major life or career transition like a career change, a season of uncertainty, or a desire for deeper meaning in your life and work?

 

You’re not alone. Many of my clients feel called toward something more—more alignment, more purpose, more clarity.

 

From the outside, it may seem like you should have things figured out, but something still feels off. You’re unsure of your next step, or you’re craving work that feels more meaningful and true to who you are.

Many people feel pressure to have their lives figured out by now, without ever being shown what building a meaningful career and life actually looks like. It’s easy to feel behind when the process itself can feel unclear and overwhelming.

 

So many people realize they’ve been living life according to what was expected of them—not what truly feels right for them.

 

Together, we uncover what you truly want, what may be getting in your way, and the next steps that feel grounded and right for you.


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As a recruiter, adjunct professor, and organizational development professional, I’ve reviewed thousands of resumes, interviewed and hired hundreds of candidates, and helped countless individuals navigate meaningful career transitions. Over the past five years, I’ve also coached over 200 clients through career, leadership, and life purpose transitions.

 

Melissa’s work has been featured in The Valley Breeze, Smithfield Times, Socialight RI, and the Women’s Business Show.

 

What I Offer

I help you gain clarity in your life and career so you can move forward with confidence, alignment, and a deeper sense of purpose. 

 

Through our work together, you will:

  • Get clear on who you are and what matters most

  • Understand your strengths, values, and natural direction

  • Identify what’s been holding you back

  • Create a path forward that feels aligned and realistic

 

My coaching provides a supportive space to reflect, realign, and take meaningful action.

 

This is your time to step into a life and career that feel intentional and fulfilling. I am here for you every step of the way.

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About You

 

You’re a creative or helping professional and you know there’s something more meant for you.

 

You want meaningful work, a clear direction, and a life that feels aligned with who you really are.

 

You may be exploring a career change, feeling stuck, or craving more purpose and fulfillment. You care about growth, connection, creativity, and living with intention.

You don’t need to have everything figured out to move forward. Many people are navigating careers without a clear roadmap or realistic expectations for how long growth and transition can take.

 

You don’t need to have the perfect plan—you just need a space to explore what feels right for you.

 

That’s what I help you create.

My Approach

 

I believe clarity begins with knowing who you are.

My coaching blends practical career strategy with deep self-discovery—helping you make decisions that feel grounded, aligned, and true to you.

 

 

About Me

I understand how challenging it can feel to be stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from your work.

I’m a Fortune 500 recruiter & organizational development professional in the Greater Boston/Providence area. I hold a master’s degree and bring more than 10 years of experience in career development, recruiting, and talent development.

My work blends strategy, coaching, and mindfulness to help you create a life and career that feel meaningful and aligned.

My coaching follows the Purpose Forward Framework™:

  1. Discover who you are
    Uncover your values, strengths, patterns, and what truly matters to you

  2. Align your life and work
    Connect who you are with meaningful and realistic career pathways

  3. Activate your next steps
    Turn clarity into confident action and move forward with purpose

 

Read more about me in my  biography here. 

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Let's Work Together

If you're ready to shift from uncertainty to clarity, from burnout to purpose, I’d be honored to work with you! Feel free to reach out for a complimentary strategy session!

 

 

I am here to help you create a life and career you love!

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Explore Coaching Packages Below!

Find the support that meets you where you are.

Choose the coaching path that resonates with you and explore the details inside.
I’m excited to support your growth.

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Coaching Pathways

Online Personalized Coaching  ❤️

I offer private, personalized coaching via Zoom or phone to support your clarity, purpose, and next steps. Whether you're navigating a career change, exploring your life purpose, preparing for interviews, or seeking guidance through a transition, I’ll meet you where you are with individualized support.

Sessions are flexible, always tailored to your needs, and designed to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Check out the various tracks below. Clients often experience early shifts in the first few sessions, and meaningful, lasting change develops over time through continued work.

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 Purpose Seeker Track

When you’re craving more meaning and direction, this track helps you uncover what you’re truly meant to do—so you can live and work with intention.

 

  • Explore the layers of conditioning that may be holding you back

  • Discover your core personality traits and what they reveal about your purpose

  • Reconnect with your passions and what lights you up

  • Identify your natural talents and gifts

  • Uncover limiting beliefs that may be blocking your path

  • And more—so you can align your life and work with who you truly are

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Career Wellbeing Track

For when work is leaving you feeling burned out, stuck, or out of alignment—and you're ready to create a healthier, more sustainable relationship with your career.

  • Navigating burnout and work-related stress

  • Setting boundaries and reclaiming your energy

  • Building confidence and resilience at work

  • Exploring whether a career change is needed—or if there is another way forward

  • Aligning your work with your values and deeper purpose

  • And more—so you can feel energized, fulfilled, and confident in the work you do.

   

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Career TransitionTrack

For anyone navigating a career transition—from finding your first meaningful role to changing careers, returning to the workforce, or stepping into a new chapter.

  • Clarifying your next career move

  • Career change and professional reinvention

  • Resume, LinkedIn, and interview preparation

  • Exploring meaningful work or a side business

  • Navigating promotions, new roles, and career transitions

  • And more—so you can move into your next chapter with confidence and direction.

Purpose Forward Book

Check out my book!

My Why: Since 2020, I've been diving deep into my own purpose journey, and I can't wait to share the methods that really worked for me (and hundreds of my career coaching clients and students) with all of you. So you can do the sacred work you were born to do!

The career starter’s answer to finding a career (and life) of purpose—with powerful time-tested reflection questions and cutting-edge resources to launch you into your meaningful new career!

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Select Credentials

- Certified Job & Career Development Coach

- Certified Job & Career Transition Coach

- Myers Briggs Type Indicator Certified

- Certified Life Purpose Coach

- Certified Entrepreneurship & Business Coach

- Master Holistic Integrative Life, Career & Performance Coach

Coaching Testimonials

See What Clients Are Saying

Melissa is a wonderful coach! She is kind, yet direct which is a great combination.  She brings out the best in people.  I consulted with Melissa regarding my website and branding.  While I had the base of the work done, I had found it challenging to know how to deliver to my target market.  Melissa delved deeply into the task and gave precise information that gave me a clear direction.  Melissa has vision and fortitude while bringing passion and humor to everyone and every task she approaches.  I strongly endorse Melissa. She is an excellent coach for anyone who seeks her services!

Shana Bloom

Serving Providence, RI, Brookline, MA, Somerville, MA, Greater Boston, and clients nationwide

Purpose Forward Coaching & Consulting 

 

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