People Matter

Truly Top-Notch

People matter, and that includes the individuals I coach as well as the organizations I support. Alongside my coaching work, I partner with companies that want to strengthen how they hire, develop, and support their people. My background in Applied I‑O Psychology allows me to design fair and practical hiring systems, build competency‑based interview processes, and create training programs that improve communication, leadership, and team effectiveness.

Whether I’m working one‑on‑one with a client navigating a career transition or helping an organization build a more equitable and human‑centered selection process, my approach stays the same: clear, grounded, and tailored to real needs. I combine coaching, organizational development, and training design to help people and workplaces grow in ways that are sustainable and meaningful.

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What people are saying

L. Rocha, CA

Working with Laurie has been a game-changer for me as I transitioned into the next phase of my career. Our shared background as veterans created an immediate connection, and her deep understanding of the challenges we face made her guidance especially impactful. She was instrumental in helping me tailor my resume to highlight my strengths, ensuring I stood out in a competitive job market. What sets her apart is her patience, insight, and unwavering availability. Whether I needed advice on a specific detail or just someone to bounce ideas off, she was always there, making the process smoother and less stressful. I highly recommend her to any fellow veteran seeking support in their career transition.

Lucrecia Bocanegra, VA

Laurie has reignited my confidence in both my professional and maternal roles. She guided me through personal and professional conflicts while upholding my initial goals of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care. Her accountability came from asking insightful questions and empowering me to embrace my new responsibilities with comfort. I highly recommend her services.

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R. Navarro, OK

Laurie is an exceptional coach whose guidance and expertise have been invaluable to me as I transitioned from a military career to civilian life. Her understanding of the unique challenges veterans face, coupled with her insightful coaching techniques, have helped me navigate this significant life change with confidence and clarity.

Laurie's military perspective sets her apart from other coaches. She recognizes the skills and experiences veterans bring to the table and knows how to leverage those strengths to achieve success in the civilian world. I highly recommend her to any veteran or military professional seeking guidance as they navigate their career transition.

N. Nightingale, MI

Laurie helped me navigate what I was truly looking for professionally during a time I felt lost. She guided me in reflecting on my knowledge, abilities, skills, strengths, weaknesses, as well as priorities and goals, to visualize what the next steps look like. With her guidance and coaching, I have a clear perspective and path ahead of me.

Laurie truly pays attention and understands, cultivating valuable insight. Her coaching creates a safe and supportive space to navigate the hard questions and develop a plan with achievable actions. I highly recommend her professional coaching services.