Navigate What’s Next with Expert Career Support
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, navigating change can feel overwhelming—especially mid-career. That’s where I come in. I offer a comprehensive online career coaching program designed to help professionals like you unlock potential, shift your mindset, and strategically plan for what’s next. Whether you’re ready for a new role, a new industry, or simply more purpose in your work, I provide the tools and guidance to help you get there.
Looking for inspiration on the go? Tune into my podcast for expert advice and actionable tips.
Need personalized support? One-on-one coaching is also available to help tailor your journey.
For Your Career Journey
Career Strategies Course
🚀 Own Your Career Journey—On Your Terms
Ready to grow? Our self-paced program fits your lifestyle, not the other way around so you can move forward—anytime, anywhere.
Backed by real-world coaching expertise, cutting-edge research, and industry best practices. This affordable, results-driven program equips you with essential career management strategies, practical tools, step-by-step training, and customizable templates—empowering you to take full control of your professional growth.
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The Transitional Career Coach Podcast
🎙️ Career Shift Podcast Expert advice, on demand. Inspiration and strategy—wherever you are.
Your Trusted Partner in Navigating the Complexities of Mid-career Transitions, Career Preparedness, Job Searches and the Evolving Dynamics of the Job Market.
Questions about our process?
Check out our FAQs, or schedule a Free Consultation. During our consultation, we can get to know each other and learn about your objectives and goals.
Ultimate Career Coaching Program
Build a Career That Moves With You
Tailored 1 to 1
Unlock your potential with the personalized Ultimate Career Coaching Program, built to elevate your success and earning power.
Our five-phase framework ensures a tailored strategy. Navigate your career path with confidence by leveraging your experience, expanding your networks, and building strong personal brands.
Navigate Your Career Transition with Confidence
Making a career change mid-way through your professional journey can be both exciting and challenging. Whether you’re shifting industries, exploring new opportunities, or redefining your professional path, the right guidance can make all the difference.
The Sunday New York Times and Career Advice
After searching for the Sunday NYT Fall Issue, the author reflects on powerful career lessons inside—like nurturing self-confidence, gaining broad experience before specializing, and aligning work with personal values. A former Microsoft exec’s shift to nonprofit leadership underscores the importance of purpose, legacy, and deep reflection in career planning and change.
Should I Stay at this Company or Leave?
Feeling stuck at work is like being seated next to screaming kids at a pricey restaurant—you can stay, complain, or leave. But leaving a job takes courage and a solid plan. Assess your passions, research industries and roles, and gather data to make smart, informed career decisions before making your next move.
Gary Hines
My vision is to revolutionize mid-career transitions by empowering professionals to fearlessly reinvent themselves, embrace new opportunities, and create careers that fuel their passion and purpose.
My mission is to make career guidance accessible to mid-career professionals seeking clarity, confidence, and purpose in their transitions. Through personalized coaching, strategic planning, and mindset shifts, I help individuals rediscover their strengths, align their careers with their passions, and pivot into fulfilling new opportunities.
Having faced my own mid-career transformation, I understand the challenges, frustrations, and obstacles—like ageism—that come with change. My journey required reinvention and resilience, and now, I’m committed to helping others do the same.
With 30+ years of experience in Workforce Development, Education, Project Management, and Program Development, I bring deep expertise to career coaching. As a college educator and corporate trainer, I’ve helped countless professionals navigate career transitions, equipping them with the skills and confidence to thrive in today’s evolving job market.
My aim is to help professionals build careers they truly love. To support your journey, I’ve developed an online career course designed to offer structured guidance and actionable strategies. Additionally, my podcast serves as a valuable resource, providing expert insights and advice to keep you motivated and informed. If you prefer a more tailored approach, then career coaching will fit your needs.
Career Strategies Course
It’s Never Too Late to Redefine Your Career
You’ve built a lifetime of experience—now build what’s next.
- Our flexible, self-paced program is designed for professionals like you—seasoned, capable, and ready for a new chapter.
- Grounded in expert coaching, real-world strategies, and research-backed tools, it’s the smart, affordable way to move forward with purpose.
- Make the transition with clarity and confidence. Start Your Journey Today
Gary Hines’ expertly designed online course serves as your comprehensive career coaching program. This affordable, results-driven program equips you with essential career management strategies, practical tools, step-by-step training, and customizable templates—empowering you to take full control of your professional growth.
What To Expect
The first step is to assess where you are in your career development. Are you where you want to be? Next, research possible careers and job titles. Then create your Job Seeker’s Toolkit. Now the Full Search Campaign Launch where the excitement begins. The last piece is after you land your dream career position, which will help you in navigating and maneuvering in the new environment.
ASSESSMENTS
- Career Analysis Profile
- Internal Work
- Career Assessment
- Communication Self-Assessment
- 10-Year Matrix Example
CAREER OPTIONS and JOB TITLES
- Research and Exploration of Career
- Choices
- Creating Your Perfect Job Description
- Employment Trends
- Communication Skills
- The Psychology of Career Decisions
PREPARATION for the TRANSITION
- Creating Your Job Seeker’s Toolkit
- Accomplishment Stories
- Professional Biography
- Networking Scripts & Agenda
- Resumes
- Contact List
- Targeted Company List
FULL SEARCH CAMPAIGN LAUNCH
- Career Transition Binder
- Cover Letters
- The Network Letter
- Testimonials
- Questions to Ask at the Interview
- Salary Negotiation
- Comparing Offers
- Accepting an Offer
- Job Search Activity Tracking
ON-GOING CAREER MANAGEMENT
- Assimilating into the New Role
- New Company and New Role
- First 90 Days
- Perpetual Career Management
The Transitional Career Coach Podcast
Transforming Careers with Insight, Strategy, and Partnership
Your trusted guide in navigating the challenges of mid-career transitions, career readiness, job searches, and the ever-changing job market landscape.
Gary has his podcast Career Strategy Forum with Gary Hines on Spotify. He also does a Career Strategy Forum radio talk show on Germantown Community Radio (G-Town Radio) at 92.9 FM
Career Strategy Forum radio talk show on Germantown Community Radio (G-Town Radio) at 92.9 FM. Listen any time on the podcast page.
Tune in every 2nd and 4th Saturday at 11:30 am – 12:00 noon for the times the show is on for advice and information on career preparation, job readiness and tips and techniques for a full job search.
Visit Gary’s G-town Radio show
Career Strategy Forum with Gary Hines on Spotify
These podcasts explore Career Preparation for all job seekers with a focus on successful strategies and management.
Introduction to the Career Strategy Forum
In the debut episode, host Gary Hines draws on his deep expertise in career management and education to introduce the podcast’s mission. He shares what listeners can expect—from assessments and industry research to job search strategies and long-term career planning—offering practical insights to help job seekers move forward with clarity and confidence.
Career Assessments
Host Gary Hines explores how career assessments and self-analysis can give job seekers a powerful edge. He dives into the importance of understanding your values, strengths, and ideal workday—and how this clarity lays the foundation for a successful job search and meaningful career transitions.
Career Choices
Host Gary Hines breaks down the key steps to jumpstart your job search—from self-assessment and career exploration to researching roles and companies. He shares how to craft a personalized job description and employer wish list, setting the stage for a focused, effective search.
Ultimate Career Coaching Program
Transforming Careers with Insight, Strategy, and Partnership
Reimagine What’s Possible in Your Career
The Ultimate 1:1 Personalized Career Coaching Program for Mid-to-Senior Professionals Ready for a Real Shift
You’ve built a career—but now you’re ready to transform it.
Whether you’re pivoting into a new industry or leveling up in your current path, this game-changing program is your next strategic move.
- Personalized career coaching
- Proven 5-phase transformation framework
- Strategic roadmaps, brand building & real-world insight
- Designed to increase clarity, confidence, and earning power
Ideal for:
- Mid-Career Changers/Transitions
- Career Preparedness
- Job Searches
- Evolving Dynamics of the Job Market
- Laid off or down-sized job seekers
- 40+ year old demographic
- International clients
- LGBTQ+
- BIPOC
Our five-phase framework ensures a tailored strategy. Navigate your career path with confidence by leveraging your experience, expanding your networks, and building strong personal brands. Through personalized coaching, strategic career roadmaps, and industry-specific insights, I empower individuals to redefine success, land fulfilling roles and make meaningful career shifts. I will guide you through pivotal decisions, skill assessments, and strategic planning. Whether you’re starting a new career or aiming for advancement, the personalized coaching empowers you to make informed choices and achieve your goals.
Assessment
Where are you in your career trajectory? What do you like? Dislike?
Take basic assessments and formal career evaluations.
Research
Research your chosen industry and job title.
Make sure you are targeting the right areas for your career.
Developing
the Toolkit
Arm yourself with the proper tools to be successful in your search.
Create company targets, tailored scripts, resumes, templates, letters, and other items.
Campaign
Launch
Actual search begins. Outreach and making connections are the focus.
Networking, outside resources, third-party contacts and using previously gathered information
On-going
Career
Management
After you land your dream job, you need to focus on keeping that job.
Set the course for your career management and success.
Testimonials
Darrin, a mid-career finance professional with experience at top U.S. accounting firms, faced major changes after his company was acquired. With roles shifting, he needed a new job search strategy. I worked with him to refocus his approach—and helped him successfully reach his goals.
After a few years of exploring post-college paths, Felix was unsure how to turn his history and preservation background into a clear career direction. With experience in archival work and artifact handling, he had the foundation—he just needed focus. I helped him refine his follow-up and presentations, guiding him into his next professional chapter.
Obed had built a strong career in the pharmaceutical industry but felt he wasn’t reaching his full potential. His former company did not provide growth opportunities for him to explore. He decided to pivot. Together, we refined his portfolio, improved his outreach strategy, and conducted mock interviews. The result: he secured a high-level position and successfully relocated closer to home.
More Career Resources
Explore these helpful resources for job seekers. Feel free to reach out if you’d like more information.
Strategy & Career Clarity
- CareerOneStop Skills Matcher
Identify transferable skills from past roles to explore new career directions. - PathwayU (may be accessible through alumni associations or universities)
Career assessments aligned with purpose and long-term satisfaction.
Resume & Personal Branding
- Teal Resume Builder
Tailor resumes with job-specific keywords and track changes over time. - Rezi
AI-based resume builder that optimizes for applicant tracking systems (ATS). - Canva
Sleek, customizable resume and personal brand templates—great for professionals transitioning industries.
Job Search & Tracking
- LinkedIn Jobs
Critical for mid-career professionals to leverage their network. - Teal Job Tracker
Keep a detailed dashboard of applications, contacts, and follow-ups. - JobScan (limited free scans)
Check how well your resume matches a job description—key for ATS.
Upskilling & Certifications
- LinkedIn Learning
- Free via many libraries; great for leadership, project management, and technical skills.
- Harvard Online (Free Courses)
High-quality, flexible courses to level up or signal growth.
Interview & Negotiation
- Interviewing.io (tech roles)
Practice interviews anonymously with real hiring managers. - Salary.com and Levels.fyi
Understand fair market value before negotiating offers. - Candor
Company culture and negotiation tips from peer professionals.
Career Strategy and Preparation
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