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Prameet Gupta

Cara delivered a career coaching session for my classroom at UC Berkeley and followed it up with a focused 1-on-1 support. I found her to be a phenomenal career advisor, who helped me gain clarity and direction in my career search. She immediately took the time to understand my unique strengths, goals, and interests, and helped me to articulate them in a way that felt authentic and compelling. She also empathized with the various challenges I was facing in my job search, and provided me with invaluable insights and strategies for overcoming these obstacles. I could tell that she has a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in today's competitive job market. I would highly recommend Cara to anyone who is looking for a career coach who is knowledgeable, empathetic, and truly dedicated to helping you succeed. - Prameet

Mar 19, 2023

Celine Mui Simon

Cara spoke at the Contra Costa County Bar Association Women's Section Scholarship and OWL award dinner, and she was definitely the highlight with her thought provoking and interactive seminar to help us banish burnout and find our passion. She had great energy, and a very compelling story. Highly recommend.

Oct 14, 2023

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Julia

This review is in reference to Cara's guest lecture in my class at California Polytechnic State University. Cara's willingness to engage with others, in this case my students, answer their questions and provide valuable feedback is a testament to her commitment to education and the development of the next generation of professionals entering this challenging and ever-changing workplace. I particularly appreciated her unique take as she incorporated topics such as growth mindset, mindfulness and life experience. These are lessons that students will remember long after they graduate and will undoubtedly benefit them throughout their careers and lives, regardless of what field they choose to pursue. Thank you, Cara, for your exceptional contribution. Your presence made a significant impact, and I am truly grateful for your dedication and expertise.

May 14, 2023

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Ruchi Bindal

It was a pleasure to have Cara as the guest speaker for our Career Development Seminar at UC Berkeley. Her approach toward her professional and personal life, both, is unique and highly motivating. I was able to relate so well to her, pertaining to some common factors, ‘working parents’ to top the list. I loved the fact that how despite all the challenges, she found a way to create her own niche. She learned not only to survive but put her best foot forward on every front. A follow-up meeting with her, post the seminar, was indispensable to understanding more about the way she handles her commitments. I thank her again for sharing valuable insights and experiences. The key takeaway from my interactions with her will be to strategize and be creative in a way that brings out the best in you! Thanks again Cara for being there!

Feb 18, 2023

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Gwen Santos

Cara gave an hour-long workshop called "Burned-Out to Lit Up: Cultivating a Sabbatical-Style Way of Being" for the Women In Environment (WIE) mentoring program. In this workshop Cara walked the group through a presentation and overarching exercise which framed and reconnected us to our identities outside work including our "light". I really enjoyed the visualization and process of this journey. It was succinct and powerful in reminding us of our joy.

I first met Cara when she was my client on a redevelopment project in San Francisco. We reconnected this year when I noticed her LinkedIn posts for her program, Sabbatical in a Box. We chatted back and forth and then talked by phone. She was so easy to talk with and she really "got" my story. So much of her offerings resonated with me and I knew she could help me navigate my own personal journey as well as be a resource for so many women I am connected with in WIE. I am fully supported working 1:1 with Cara. I feel like I belong having a safe space to bring my full self with someone that really "gets" me and my journey.

Dec 26, 2022

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Shannon Allen

Cara's Sabbatical in a Box was an incredibly worthwhile investment in myself. Each meeting I left energized and/or enlightened. I can't possibly highlight a favorite or best, each week was valuable in a different way. Cara introduced me to tools old and new, and ways to incorporate them into my daily life. I highly recommend this program.

Dec 10, 2022

Rita Hernandez

I participated in Cara's Sabbatical in a Box program. Cara and I go way back and I knew her to be a real estate development professional. I connected with her on LinkedIn and followed her posts. And guess what? She left the real estate field to start her own consulting and coaching business.

I am a believer in coaching and I work full time, so her Sabbatical in a Box was the perfect choice for me. I was tired, unmotivated and burnt out! Cara's innovative tools and how she unwrapped each week of the program was inspiring and fun.

My favorite part of the process was the vision board. Previously, I thought it silly and never tried it but now I love it. Cara clarified the art of meditating, too. I still use the tools to help keep me on track. Did I mention Cara's funny as heck?! I highly recommend you try this - it can only help!

Nov 28, 2022

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Michele Blackwell

How is it that one hour a week can lead you closer to your true purpose and desire? Cara has assembled a thoughtful series that invites you to explore and take action in service to YOU. She is a skilled facilitator that will compassionately guide you through analytical and creative activities that guide you to your path. I relished the time for careful reflection, found strength in a group of people I'd never met before, and adore each of the "gifts" from the box. Thank you Sabattical in a Box, Cara and squad, for the renewed clarity and energy to focus on the things that light me up.

Dec 16, 2022

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Samantha Updegrave

I’ve always loved Cara’s energy and perspective, and was thrilled to be part of her Sabbatical in a Box. Having worked in a new leadership position through the “great resignation,” I was facing work fatigue and family overload. Sabbatical gave me a dedicated and supported space, with thoughtful treats along the way, to find my way back to well being and sanity, and ultimately, my sense of empowerment. Now that I have a reset, looking forward to jumping into some one-on-one coaching with Cara!

Dec 4, 2022

Kelly Macy

I had a fantastic experience working with Cara via her Career Advisory Services. I initially signed up for 8 weeks, which became 12 weeks, with a couple extra added on for good measure! I am an experienced creative strategist, and I was feeling dismal after a lengthy and ultimately unproductive executive experience. I have looked for executive coaches but could never find one who understood the "creative" process or journey. In essence, they did not know what to do with me. Cara's holistic mind-heart-hands approach was just what I was looking for in that Cara worked with me to help me remember to prioritize my passions and purpose-driven instincts. Cara helped me understand the job market and application process and how I could use my strengths to the best effect. Cara is a savvy businesswoman and provides seasoned and astute feedback on career repositioning. Her guidance and encouragement helped me clarify how I want to write the next chapter of my professional journey. I particularly appreciated Cara's clear-eyed and funny take on the challenges women face working in predominantly male-dominated industries, particularly at the executive level. Cara's wisdom and great attitude brought so much positivity to the journey. I am signing up for her Parliament service next, as I still crave my Cara fix!! I highly recommend Cara's services to anyone contemplating or working through a professional transition.

Sep 7, 2023

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Joanna Julian

Every week, I come away from Cara's Parliament group coaching session with renewed clarity, calm, and "aha" moments. She offers an incredible combination of strategic thinking, empathy, and directness, and the group format is a great way to connect with and learn from others. After several months of working with Cara both in the group format and one-on-one, I can’t recommend her highly enough.

Jun 29, 2023

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Kim Nash

Cara is a compassionate thought partner who knew just the right questions to ask to help me stop spinning, get clear and act on what I wanted next in the professional world. She listens, reflects and encourages with kindness and great humor. She’s practical and grounded in her own experience in transitions and also a passionate advocate for women who want to find their own power to make a shift. Her guidance was invaluable to me.

Sep 15, 2022

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Julissa Perez

Inspiring, resourceful, and motivational. These are a few words which come to mind while working with Cara. I struggled for many years trying to achieve work life balance in my tech career. Cara taught me the benefits of taking time for self care and how it contributes to productivity long term. Now I have stability in my personal and professional life. I highly endorse Cara as a life and professional coach.

Sep 15, 2022

Kazuko Anne Kimura

I was introduced to Cara after I ventured into solopreneurship and was eager to elevate my journey. Through our one-on-one package, we were able to cover a lot of ground to help me collect and organize my thoughts and goals, and then ACT on those goals. Having Cara in my corner as my guide for those dedicated weeks empowered me confront my growth challenges head-on and was pivotal to implementing meaningful changes in my path forward. I now feel equipped with better tools to support myself both now and in the near future!

Oct 16, 2023

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Shannon Allen

I had already made the decision to look for a new job when I came across Cara’s Career Advisory services. I have benefited greatly from her energy and insights, plus the structure and accountability of weekly meetings. What helped me the most was our conversations, along with independent assignments, that facilitated a better understanding and articulation of my professional experience and the purpose woven through my work. As I have been interviewing for a new position, I have been comfortable and confident, and able to focus on finding a mutually beneficial fit, at my professional level, where values align.

Oct 3, 2022

Michelle Hutchins

Cara helped me reframe my thoughts about recent career challenges. In less than an hour, I transformed my thinking, created personalized affirmations, and set the stage for a dynamic cover letter representing my circumstances and experiences as strengths.

Oct 4, 2023

Nikki Lowy

I just completed a 12-week coaching package with Cara. I connected with Cara after being laid-off abruptly in early 2023. When we started our work together I was still spinning, my confidence crushed and filled with uncertainty about what I wanted to do and insecurity about my value in the workplace. Cara helped me find my footing, articulate my values (and value proposition) and bring definition and clarity to my professional journey. When I was feeling deflated or stuck, she continued to nudge me along, forwarding me interesting LinkedIn posts, offering language to help me articulate my value proposition, and suggesting books, articles, and art for inspiration and reflection. Plus, she's funny and fun and keeps it real! I am immensely grateful for our work together during these last few months - it was truly a professional lifeline during this destabilizing time! While my career transition is still ongoing, Cara has helped me shift my mindset to one of abundance and growth vs. scarcity and fear. If you're going through a professional transition of any kind, I can't recommend Cara enough as a partner, advocate, and coach.

Jun 1, 2023

Shaowen Chou

Since 2021, I've been grappling with active burnout, enduring a prolonged struggle at a job where I invested years of dedication. This past year has left me feeling drained of confidence and a sense of identity. Fortunately, I crossed paths with Cara. She equipped me with invaluable tools to address my needs and affirmed that I've evolved beyond my previous role, urging me to seek a career that aligns with my aspirations and allows me to leverage my skills effectively. With her background in real estate, Cara possessed a profound understanding of the challenges inherent in my profession. Now, I no longer feel ensnared or beholden to my work. I wholeheartedly endorse Cara to any female leader with a growth mindset, seeking to revolutionize their approach to work-life balance!

Apr 10, 2024

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Mindy Myrick

I was initially drawn to Cara on LinkedIn. Her posts spoke directly to me in a way that demonstrated that she not only understood burn-out on a deeply personal level but that she had recovered and was thriving. I signed up for the 1:1 coaching program and it has been truly life changing. Our weekly coaching sessions were a safe space where I was inspired and challenged to look inward, get clear on my values and reframe limiting beliefs. I left every session with practical take aways that were specific to my unique challenges and situation. As the weeks went by my confidence soared and I felt empowered and hopeful for the future. Cara's positive energy and thoughtful approach make her so effective as a coach and mentor. I just wished she lived next door so that we could chat everyday!

Oct 7, 2024

Prameet Gupta

Cara delivered a career coaching session for my classroom at UC Berkeley and followed it up with a focused 1-on-1 support. I found her to be a phenomenal career advisor, who helped me gain clarity and direction in my career search. She immediately took the time to understand my unique strengths, goals, and interests, and helped me to articulate them in a way that felt authentic and compelling. She also empathized with the various challenges I was facing in my job search, and provided me with invaluable insights and strategies for overcoming these obstacles. I could tell that she has a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in today's competitive job market. I would highly recommend Cara to anyone who is looking for a career coach who is knowledgeable, empathetic, and truly dedicated to helping you succeed. - Prameet

Mar 19, 2023

Celine Mui Simon

Cara spoke at the Contra Costa County Bar Association Women's Section Scholarship and OWL award dinner, and she was definitely the highlight with her thought provoking and interactive seminar to help us banish burnout and find our passion. She had great energy, and a very compelling story. Highly recommend.

Oct 14, 2023

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Julia

This review is in reference to Cara's guest lecture in my class at California Polytechnic State University. Cara's willingness to engage with others, in this case my students, answer their questions and provide valuable feedback is a testament to her commitment to education and the development of the next generation of professionals entering this challenging and ever-changing workplace. I particularly appreciated her unique take as she incorporated topics such as growth mindset, mindfulness and life experience. These are lessons that students will remember long after they graduate and will undoubtedly benefit them throughout their careers and lives, regardless of what field they choose to pursue. Thank you, Cara, for your exceptional contribution. Your presence made a significant impact, and I am truly grateful for your dedication and expertise.

May 14, 2023

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Ruchi Bindal

It was a pleasure to have Cara as the guest speaker for our Career Development Seminar at UC Berkeley. Her approach toward her professional and personal life, both, is unique and highly motivating. I was able to relate so well to her, pertaining to some common factors, ‘working parents’ to top the list. I loved the fact that how despite all the challenges, she found a way to create her own niche. She learned not only to survive but put her best foot forward on every front. A follow-up meeting with her, post the seminar, was indispensable to understanding more about the way she handles her commitments. I thank her again for sharing valuable insights and experiences. The key takeaway from my interactions with her will be to strategize and be creative in a way that brings out the best in you! Thanks again Cara for being there!

Feb 18, 2023

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Gwen Santos

Cara gave an hour-long workshop called "Burned-Out to Lit Up: Cultivating a Sabbatical-Style Way of Being" for the Women In Environment (WIE) mentoring program. In this workshop Cara walked the group through a presentation and overarching exercise which framed and reconnected us to our identities outside work including our "light". I really enjoyed the visualization and process of this journey. It was succinct and powerful in reminding us of our joy.

I first met Cara when she was my client on a redevelopment project in San Francisco. We reconnected this year when I noticed her LinkedIn posts for her program, Sabbatical in a Box. We chatted back and forth and then talked by phone. She was so easy to talk with and she really "got" my story. So much of her offerings resonated with me and I knew she could help me navigate my own personal journey as well as be a resource for so many women I am connected with in WIE. I am fully supported working 1:1 with Cara. I feel like I belong having a safe space to bring my full self with someone that really "gets" me and my journey.

Dec 26, 2022

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Shannon Allen

Cara's Sabbatical in a Box was an incredibly worthwhile investment in myself. Each meeting I left energized and/or enlightened. I can't possibly highlight a favorite or best, each week was valuable in a different way. Cara introduced me to tools old and new, and ways to incorporate them into my daily life. I highly recommend this program.

Dec 10, 2022

Rita Hernandez

I participated in Cara's Sabbatical in a Box program. Cara and I go way back and I knew her to be a real estate development professional. I connected with her on LinkedIn and followed her posts. And guess what? She left the real estate field to start her own consulting and coaching business.

I am a believer in coaching and I work full time, so her Sabbatical in a Box was the perfect choice for me. I was tired, unmotivated and burnt out! Cara's innovative tools and how she unwrapped each week of the program was inspiring and fun.

My favorite part of the process was the vision board. Previously, I thought it silly and never tried it but now I love it. Cara clarified the art of meditating, too. I still use the tools to help keep me on track. Did I mention Cara's funny as heck?! I highly recommend you try this - it can only help!

Nov 28, 2022

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Michele Blackwell

How is it that one hour a week can lead you closer to your true purpose and desire? Cara has assembled a thoughtful series that invites you to explore and take action in service to YOU. She is a skilled facilitator that will compassionately guide you through analytical and creative activities that guide you to your path. I relished the time for careful reflection, found strength in a group of people I'd never met before, and adore each of the "gifts" from the box. Thank you Sabattical in a Box, Cara and squad, for the renewed clarity and energy to focus on the things that light me up.

Dec 16, 2022

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Samantha Updegrave

I’ve always loved Cara’s energy and perspective, and was thrilled to be part of her Sabbatical in a Box. Having worked in a new leadership position through the “great resignation,” I was facing work fatigue and family overload. Sabbatical gave me a dedicated and supported space, with thoughtful treats along the way, to find my way back to well being and sanity, and ultimately, my sense of empowerment. Now that I have a reset, looking forward to jumping into some one-on-one coaching with Cara!

Dec 4, 2022

Kelly Macy

I had a fantastic experience working with Cara via her Career Advisory Services. I initially signed up for 8 weeks, which became 12 weeks, with a couple extra added on for good measure! I am an experienced creative strategist, and I was feeling dismal after a lengthy and ultimately unproductive executive experience. I have looked for executive coaches but could never find one who understood the "creative" process or journey. In essence, they did not know what to do with me. Cara's holistic mind-heart-hands approach was just what I was looking for in that Cara worked with me to help me remember to prioritize my passions and purpose-driven instincts. Cara helped me understand the job market and application process and how I could use my strengths to the best effect. Cara is a savvy businesswoman and provides seasoned and astute feedback on career repositioning. Her guidance and encouragement helped me clarify how I want to write the next chapter of my professional journey. I particularly appreciated Cara's clear-eyed and funny take on the challenges women face working in predominantly male-dominated industries, particularly at the executive level. Cara's wisdom and great attitude brought so much positivity to the journey. I am signing up for her Parliament service next, as I still crave my Cara fix!! I highly recommend Cara's services to anyone contemplating or working through a professional transition.

Sep 7, 2023

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Joanna Julian

Every week, I come away from Cara's Parliament group coaching session with renewed clarity, calm, and "aha" moments. She offers an incredible combination of strategic thinking, empathy, and directness, and the group format is a great way to connect with and learn from others. After several months of working with Cara both in the group format and one-on-one, I can’t recommend her highly enough.

Jun 29, 2023

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Kim Nash

Cara is a compassionate thought partner who knew just the right questions to ask to help me stop spinning, get clear and act on what I wanted next in the professional world. She listens, reflects and encourages with kindness and great humor. She’s practical and grounded in her own experience in transitions and also a passionate advocate for women who want to find their own power to make a shift. Her guidance was invaluable to me.

Sep 15, 2022

JP

Julissa Perez

Inspiring, resourceful, and motivational. These are a few words which come to mind while working with Cara. I struggled for many years trying to achieve work life balance in my tech career. Cara taught me the benefits of taking time for self care and how it contributes to productivity long term. Now I have stability in my personal and professional life. I highly endorse Cara as a life and professional coach.

Sep 15, 2022

Kazuko Anne Kimura

I was introduced to Cara after I ventured into solopreneurship and was eager to elevate my journey. Through our one-on-one package, we were able to cover a lot of ground to help me collect and organize my thoughts and goals, and then ACT on those goals. Having Cara in my corner as my guide for those dedicated weeks empowered me confront my growth challenges head-on and was pivotal to implementing meaningful changes in my path forward. I now feel equipped with better tools to support myself both now and in the near future!

Oct 16, 2023

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Shannon Allen

I had already made the decision to look for a new job when I came across Cara’s Career Advisory services. I have benefited greatly from her energy and insights, plus the structure and accountability of weekly meetings. What helped me the most was our conversations, along with independent assignments, that facilitated a better understanding and articulation of my professional experience and the purpose woven through my work. As I have been interviewing for a new position, I have been comfortable and confident, and able to focus on finding a mutually beneficial fit, at my professional level, where values align.

Oct 3, 2022

Michelle Hutchins

Cara helped me reframe my thoughts about recent career challenges. In less than an hour, I transformed my thinking, created personalized affirmations, and set the stage for a dynamic cover letter representing my circumstances and experiences as strengths.

Oct 4, 2023

Nikki Lowy

I just completed a 12-week coaching package with Cara. I connected with Cara after being laid-off abruptly in early 2023. When we started our work together I was still spinning, my confidence crushed and filled with uncertainty about what I wanted to do and insecurity about my value in the workplace. Cara helped me find my footing, articulate my values (and value proposition) and bring definition and clarity to my professional journey. When I was feeling deflated or stuck, she continued to nudge me along, forwarding me interesting LinkedIn posts, offering language to help me articulate my value proposition, and suggesting books, articles, and art for inspiration and reflection. Plus, she's funny and fun and keeps it real! I am immensely grateful for our work together during these last few months - it was truly a professional lifeline during this destabilizing time! While my career transition is still ongoing, Cara has helped me shift my mindset to one of abundance and growth vs. scarcity and fear. If you're going through a professional transition of any kind, I can't recommend Cara enough as a partner, advocate, and coach.

Jun 1, 2023