Career crossroads
Make sense of a role, offer, or transition that keeps pulling you in two directions.
Our approach
Read the Conditions.
Lead with Intention.
Before you push harder, pause. What is the situation asking you to notice?
A clearer decision begins by noticing the conditions around you: the role, the people, the pace, and what the pressure is asking you to see.
“Pressure is information”
Reading it gives you room to choose how you respond.
Objective Insights
Leadership climate
See how the pace, people, and expectations around you are affecting the way you lead.
Team dynamics
Name what is getting in the way of trust, clearer communication, or better work together.
Making change stick
Turn a useful insight into a change you can actually carry into the week ahead.
Brian listens for what is easy to miss, then helps you put words around it and decide what deserves your attention.
Listens first
Makes room for the part of the story that has not been said yet.
Sees the whole picture
Looks at the role, the people, and the pressure around the decision.
Keeps it practical
Leaves you with something useful to notice or try next.
How we work
Clear work.
Room to carry it forward.
Every engagement follows a simple rhythm. We see what needs attention, work through it, and leave you with ownership of what comes next.
- Step InSee what is happening.
- FixWork on what matters.
- Step OutMake the next move yours.
Trust earned in the work.
Present, thoughtful, and practical, especially when the next move is not yet obvious.
“Brian was always present and provided guidance that felt truly tailored to my experience, goals, and personality. He showed a genuine understanding of my professional background and dreams, offering tangible tools and insights I can use immediately and adapt over time. I’m grateful for his grounded way to what can feel overwhelming, combined with his patience, kindness, and structured approach to our process. Having worked with several job coaches before, Brian’s style stood out as different in all the best ways.”
Sarah Rubin“Brian is an amazing career coach, and I can’t recommend him enough. I was unemployed for almost three months this year, and it was tough. Before I decided to speak to a coach, I was scared and applying for jobs without a clear plan. I connected with Brian through Stride, and I’ll admit, I was a bit skeptical at first. My first impression of him was that he was extremely kind and easy to talk to (this remained true throughout all our sessions). He not only allowed me to express my feelings (vent!) for a solid 20 minutes without interruption, but he also reassured me that not all was lost. He listened intently, asked thought-provoking questions, and most importantly, gave me great advice on how to be more intentional about my job search. Fast forward a month, and I had five interviews and four job offers, including my dream job! I continued to meet with Brian every other month. He helped me adjust to my new role and provided valuable advice on how to settle in and thrive. A month later, I received a Rising Star & Beyond Excellence award at my new company. Of course, I put in a lot of effort, but Brian was a fantastic support. He sent detailed emails summarising our discussions and provided resources to help me plan my next steps. So, if you’re trying to figure out your next career move, going through retrenchment, or just need to talk about your work/life, do yourself a favour and book a few sessions with Brian. You won’t regret it.”
Pam Mduna“Brian is a man of unequaled integrity and commitment. While working in my firm he was a capable, competent and dedicated associate who could always be counted on to deliver. He is a consumate team player and uses his skills and knowledge well. Brian was always pleasant to work with and made my work-load easier.”
David Laube