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Seema Mahadev
Agile Leader | Delivery Lead | Release Train Engineer | Lead Scrum Master | Enterprise Agile Coaching
"If you are lucky enough to work with a career coach, make sure it's Geoff Martin.
I couldn't recommend Geoff more highly. With over 35 years of experience in top-tier Finance, Consulting, and HR, he truly is a powerhouse of knowledge, but what really sets Geoff apart is the way he coaches. He brings such a supportive motivating and genuine 'feel-good factor' to every conversation. It felt like talking to a mentor who is absolutely committed to my success.
Geoff didn't just talk theory; he rolled up his sleeves and helped me refine my entire professional presentation. He reviewed and helped me update my resume and LinkedIn profile to make them really stand out. For mock interviews, he was incredibly detailed, using the STAR and SOAR (Situation, Opportunity, Action and Results) techniques to build compelling answers. We prepared for both in-person and virtual interviews, going over the tiny but important details like lighting, background, looking directly at the camera, and maintaining solid confidence online. Plus, for every scenario I brought up, he had specific examples and references ready to share, which was unbelievably helpful.
Honestly, Geoff has been a life-changer. Since I was a kid, I've only had teachers I truly looked up to and who shaped my life, and now, without a doubt, I've added Geoff to that list. I would any day take his guidance as Life coach as well. I am profoundly grateful for your dedication, your wisdom and the detailed hands-on approach you took with my interview preparation. Thankyou Geoff, for the incredible guidance and for giving me the tools and confidence I needed."
Elisa Recchi
Risk Management and Governance Executive
"Over the last 8 months, Geoff Martin was my career and executive coach after I left my last employer after over 25 years.
Geoff made me feel comfortable from the start, so I knew I was in good hands. Geoff is very open and transparent and provided many personal stories which makes him extremely relatable.
His insights and advice are outstanding; he provided numerous tips on how to maximise the use of LinkedIn (I learnt so much through this process!!), and his advice and guidance on both career and personal challenges have been of immense benefit to me.
I highly recommend Geoff to anyone looking for a career coach or an executive coach. Geoff has set me on the right track to find that next role and I am at a much stronger base to further my professional success as a result of his support and counsel. Thanks so much Geoff!
Shiva Bebarta, GAICD, RAI
Board Director | COO | AI Governance and Ethicist |GAICD | Transformation Executive | Shared Services | AI & Digital Strategy | Program Delivery | Global Operations| Program Director Management and Governance Executive
"Geoff and I interacted during my previous career transition. From day 1 , I found him an excellent guide , mentor and coach on how to navigate life changes and transitions . Our conversations were always enriched by his vast expertise and life events which gave a pragmatic approach to how to lead a wholesome life and treat transitions as part of a part of a long career.
I enjoyed debating and sharing various concepts with him and found him engaging and listening at all times giving me insights into how to approach things and life in particular . He was very generous with his time and connects and opened up his network to me which enriched my contacts and experiences .
I would highly recomend Geoff to anyone looking for a coach and mentor and his services are the best in Australia."
"Geoff is a very approachable and extremely knowledgeable career coach who I engaged with when I left my last employer after many years.
Bringing both empathy and real experience to the table Geoff was able to guide me through the process of preparing to get myself motivated and back into the job market while working on building my personal brand and online presence which really needed some work.
I would recommend Geoff to anyone seeking an experienced coach. He perfect for someone who is willing to be challenged to put their best foot forward in their future career journey. He is also someone to talk to about life in general and the many broad options available out there to consider during a career transition."
Andrew Bukowski
Helping Australian & NZ Enterprises Unlock ESG, Treasury & Digital Value | SAP Advisory |
ANZ Market Leader @ G-Inditure
John Beacham
Payroll Manager
"In July I updated my resume with my current job details and commenced my job hunt for a new position. By mid-September I had submitted 44 applications for jobs that I believe I would have a good chance of at least getting an interview. My only responses were 22 emails saying that they were not proceeding with my application. I started to question my own resume and what I need to do to make it more appealing.
I remembered that Geoff had recently published an article on LinkedIn about his business ThinkBig Careers so I reached out to Geoff by submitting my resume seeking his advice on how it stacks up in today’s market. Within 48 hours I received back a detailed critique of my so called resume with an honest review and mark-ups to the changes I should make to improve its appeal to prospective employers. Over the next 4 days I created a totally new resume incorporating the recommend changes. On the 20th September I submitted a further 12 applications with the new versions of my resume and within 48 hours I had received 3 firm offers for 1st interviews which all progressed to planned 2nd interviews, one amazing role of which I accepted and was put in the difficult position of having to withdraw from the other two.
I can honestly say that whilst I did not avail myself of all the services offered by ThinkBig Careers, the resume service is outstanding and worth the money invested."
Eimear O'Sullivan
Strategic Communications and Engagement Specialist
"I was looking for a career transition and was constantly applying for new jobs without getting any replies or first interviews. When I did get an interview I would become very nervous and forget to speak about key examples of my work experience.
I contacted ThingBig Careers and Geoff reviewed my resume and practiced interview skills with me one-on-one. His advice was very practical and made me feel much more confident. He taught me a solid framework to answers questions in interviews which would communicate my achievements and worth. A week after I updated my resume with Geoff’s suggestions I got a first interview and then I got offered the job. Since then I have had a much better success rate both in getting interviews and getting offered jobs.
I can’t thank Geoff enough - being more competitive in the workplace can really change your life!"
Donna Walsh
Manager - Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District
"I have known Geoff for many years and been the beneficiary of his professional encouragement and mentoring. I want to give him credit for where I am today due to his persistent encouragement and advice over many years.
Our first conversation was about 20 years ago when Geoff asked me why I don’t take on a leadership role? My reply was “Not me, I’m not management material” and Geoff responded “how would know if you don’t give it a try?” This sat at the back of my mind, so when my children were a more independent and was encouraged by my peers, I complete a leadership course run by NSW Health `Effective Leadership in Health Program’ in 2017. This enabled me to work in many acting roles as educator, consultant and nurse manager. However when the time came to take the jump into a permeant role I was full of self-doubt what if I’m not good enough? What if I can’t do it? What if I fail? But the support from Geoff gave me the confidence to change that self-talk to “how will I know if don’t give it a try?”
Now I am 6 months into my dream job as the Quality & Risk Manager for the Child & Family Service in my Local Health District NSW Health and so glad I took a leap of faith. I have never been happier in my career and want to thank Geoff Martin for believing in me, and giving me the confidence to believe in myself. I can’t recommend Geoff enough to those needing career support as I want others to benefit like me from his calm coaching and wise advice."