Power Up with Paula — Coaching, Leadership, Personal Growth. Weekly Power Sessions to help you plan your next Power Play, built on clarity, strategy, confidence, and growth. Let me help you plan your next Power Play.

Power Sessions · For your next Power Play

You've done the work.
Let's find your next Power Play.

I'm Paula — 28 years in corporate America, over a decade leading teams, and now a certified coach running Power Sessions for professionals who are ready to grow, get promoted, or change direction. No fluff, no corporate-speak: practical strategies, honest feedback, and a plan you'll actually use.

Power Sessions for the middle of the climb

The middle of a career is where the real questions live — and where most people have the least support. That's exactly where I work, one Power Session at a time.

Grow & get promoted

Ready for the next level

You're good at your job — but promotions go to people who are seen being good at it. We'll build your visibility, your case, and your confidence to make it.

Change direction

Ready for something different

New role, new company, or new field entirely. We'll translate the skills you already have, sharpen your story, and run a job search that doesn't run you.

Confidence & self-worth

Ready to stop doubting

Imposter syndrome is loudest in capable people. We'll build the evidence file, the language, and the habits that let you walk into any room as who you actually are.

Why people work with me

I've sat in the rooms you're trying to reach

28 years at a Fortune 100 bank. 10+ years managing teams from entry level to senior leaders, 15 years influencing at the senior-executive level, three major re-orgs, and years of leading virtual and geographically scattered teams. When we talk about promotions, politics, and re-orgs, it's not theory.

Practical beats inspirational

You won't leave a Power Session with a vision board. You'll leave with the exact email to send, the case to make in your review, the answer to the interview question that scares you, and homework that fits a real life.

"Your skills got you here. Using them deliberately is what gets you there."

What clients say after their Power Sessions

Real feedback from people who've done the work.

  • Paula was an exceptional mentor to me personally who understands both the leadership side of an organization and the individual challenges people face every day. She is approachable, genuine, and always willing to listen. Her ability to provide guidance while remaining down to earth makes her someone people can trust and easily learn from. She helped me identify my positive qualities and taught me how to showcase them to seek a promotion — and it worked! Anyone would be fortunate to benefit from her plethora of experiences.
    X.D. Cavin Training & Development Coordinator
  • When I transitioned from a manager role to an individual contributor in 2020, I felt uncertain about my long-term path. I was also nearing the end stage of my career and wasn't sure how long I could or should continue working. That's when I began coaching with Paula, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I've made for my career. She helped me create a plan I was excited about and gave me the confidence to move forward. Just having someone with real-life work experience as a sounding board helped me gain the clarity I needed.
    L. Niemi Healthcare Specialist
  • Paula spent intentional time to understand me, helped me identify what I really wanted, and then tailored her approach and support to my needs — meeting weekly or monthly depending on what worked best for me. Her guidance directly contributed to several major career advancements between 2020 and 2025, each resulting in sizable increases in compensation. Paula's ability to challenge my thinking, sharpen my strategy, and keep me accountable made a measurable difference in my professional trajectory.
    A. Dollar Risk Consultant
  • What truly set Paula apart was her ability to coach on both a personal and professional level. She helped me navigate the emotional side of late-career decisions while also providing practical guidance that helped me be well-positioned and purposeful with my next steps. Because of the success I achieved with Paula's coaching, I was able to make the confident decision to retire in 2026 — fully prepared and confident in my purpose and timing. Paula helped me finish my career strong. I highly recommend Paula to anyone seeking a coach who delivers real, lasting results.
    A. Morrison former V.P., Risk Management
  • Paula was a valuable sounding board as I navigated complex personal and professional challenges. She helped me assess situations, engage stakeholders effectively, and identify opportunities for growth. Her thoughtful feedback and insightful questions broadened my perspective and gave me the confidence and clarity to navigate challenges, influence stakeholders, and make well-informed decisions.
    T. Marti Vendor Relationship Manager
  • Paula has been a trusted coach and thought leader during some of my most important professional decisions. She asks the right questions, provides honest feedback, and helps uncover solutions that may not have been obvious at first. Thanks to her coaching, I gained confidence, expanded my perspective, and was able to move forward with a clear plan and renewed focus.
    Z. Urban Controller
  • Paula took the time to walk me through my challenge and guide me to a plan I'm now building. She made me feel like I had a true partner through it — helping me get out of my rut and onto a better path. It's so reassuring to have someone I trust in my corner.
    O. Johansson Data Scientist

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