Academic Career Coaching

Your next chapter starts here.

Career coaching for academic staff at every age and stage, K-12 through to College and University, with someone who has lived the academic life.

Coaching might be something to try if ...

You're at a point in your life or career where you're looking to make a change.

You're okay with where you're at, but feeling "stuck" nonetheless.

You're thinking about trying something new, but aren't quite sure where to start.

You're hoping to regain momentum with something you've already been doing.

A coach who understands the academic world

I've spent years inside academia as a student, a researcher, and an educator. I know the particular pressures, the unwritten rules, and the moments of doubt that come with this path.

My coaching draws on that lived experience alongside formal training in coaching practice. I work with academic staff at all stages, from first-year graduate students to seasoned professionals navigating what comes next.

My approach is thoughtful, practical, and meets you where you are. Together, we'll find the clarity and confidence you need to move forward, on your own terms.

PhD · 25+ years in the academy

Ready to write your next draft?

Let's talk about where you are and where you want to go. A free 30-minute discovery call is the first step.

Next Draft Coaching

Helping academic staff at every stage write the next chapter of their careers — with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

deborah@nextdraftcoaching.ca

Ready to begin?

Book a free discovery call and let's talk about where you want to go.

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