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Sara
I was a client of Phillip's. I chose to work with him for two reasons - the first was that he provided a completely different perspective from my own, and I knew that if I wanted to succeed, I'd need that. Second, he is methodical - he can break down any audacious goal into small steps, which was exactly what I needed. He also held me accountable to my tasks. When I was having a bad day, or felt like I couldn't do it, he could list off about 10 different reasons why I could do it. He has an abundance of energy and passion for coaching, and it comes through in every interaction.

Oct 10, 2023

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Stephen Young
I had the privilege of working with Phillip for PCC coaching at HTYC. As someone who has been coaching people on the side for several years, I was looking to learn and incorporate more ‘tried and tested’ methods to help my clients. Not only did Phillip do an outstanding job showing me new strategies; he also helped me to zero in on what was necessary to move my coaching business forward. For me I was a bit paralyzed because it was hard to know where to start since there are so many considerations. What Phillip does so well is break down any perceived complexity and turn them into concrete action plans for his clients that are manageable and easy to digest. When I first started working with Phillip, I was stalled on what steps to take; now, I have a clear strategy that makes sense based on our sessions together. I highly recommend Phillip, whether you’re looking to get into coaching or are considering a major change in your career. Phillip has an outstanding ability to guide individuals towards their goals by really being able to zero in on their strengths and/or passions. I know some individuals can be hesitant about talking to a career coach. If that’s you, then you should reach out to Phillip. I guarantee his knowledge, style, and attitude will put you at ease right from the very first meeting.

Oct 10, 2023

Lisa Paul
Lisa Paul
When you click with someone, the goal becomes easier and works well when you have someone that believes in you. I randomly chose Happen to Your Career on line to study career coaching, I was luck enough to be connected to Phillip. My initial contact was a phone interview with Phillip to see if I wanted to invest in their program. I flipped the script and I interviewed him and he loved that. So as the story goes, Phillip made me accountable, and follow a formula that fit me. He even set goals of cleaning a pile under my desk knowing once that was sorted my mind would be clear. I evolved and learned more about myself and how I would pivot @ 63 years old. As former business owner, I had strong opinions and a bit stubborn. Phillip found a way to coach me to engage those strengths and follow a new path. I am forever thankful for his optimism and encouragement. This is my logo for inner strength to evolve and create a new mindset

Oct 7, 2023

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Philip Sanford

Manager, ACA Services; Optavise

When I was looking to change my career, Phillip provided the guidance and practical road map I needed. He had great patience with me and challenged me to do what was needed to achieve my career goals. Phillip's style, attitude, knowledge, and insight made me feel comfortable in a situation that was a major event in my life.

Oct 3, 2023

Kerrie Jannelle
Kerrie Jannelle

Arch Insurance, Senior Technical Training Specialist

I had the privilege of working with Phillip as a career coach and a mentor, and I cannot express how profoundly he has influenced my professional journey. Phillip possesses an innate ability to truly listen. He challenged me to push beyond my comfort zone and his attentiveness and empathy created an atmosphere where I felt not just heard, but understood. He made me feel valued, like my aspirations were not only important to me but to him as well. Phillip is not just a coach but a mentor who genuinely cares about the success of his clients. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking to navigate their career path with confidence, focus, and a true sense of purpose.

Oct 11, 2023

David Young
David Young

Founder, Relentless: An Attack Mindset

I've worked with Phillip for a little over a year now. It's been a great experience. I met him when I signed up for HTYC's boot camp program last summer. He's always prepared for our calls and brings energy to each one, ready to dive into that session's topic(s). He's an excellent listener, providing good insight and feedback to the discussions to get you to think more deeply about whatever situation or task you encounter. I recommend him to anyone who feels stuck in their career and needs help finding that next step. For me, what started as looking for another potential job/role, has turned into Phillip helping me start to launch my own online business. His encouragement and insight helped me see the potential to take this non-traditional route. He continues to provide insight and tips as I go through this learning process.

Oct 2, 2023

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Scott
When I was looking to pivot into my next career, I had the great pleasure of connecting with Phillip through Happen To Your Career. The decision to work with Phillip was one of the best career decisions I made (I wish I did it sooner!!!) Pivoting careers is no easy task on your own. I tried to do it on my own, but only spun my wheels, getting nowhere. However when I started to work with Phillip, he simiplified the process by providing a proven roadmap, along with his expert guidance. I highly recommend anyone who is lost in the career transistion process to work with him!

Oct 18, 2023

Kelli McQuesten
Kelli McQuesten

Founder, TIY Travel Corp.

When I was going through a career transition, I signed up with HTYC and I was lucky to have Phillip as my coach and guide through the program. Working with Phillip really helped me focus in on the path I wanted to take and almost more importantly- the directions I wanted to avoid! He gave me confidence to go after starting my own business and helped me to see the opportunities and possible pitfalls. One of the biggest benefits of working with Phillip was having someone who understand what I was trying to achieve and was there to support and guide me along a tough journey. Working with Phillip made all my goals feel more achievable and the process much more fun! If you are considering a career transition but feel scared or unsure of your next move, working with Philip will help alleviate these worries and help you reach your goals- whatever they may be!

Oct 19, 2023

Jen Shetland
Jen Shetland

Project Manager, Los Angeles Southwest College

I was a client of Phillip's when he was working at Happen to Your Career. With his guidance, I was able to narrow in on my core skills, identify I'm looking for in a career and identify some options for what my next steps could be. As a project manager, the work that I do can feel very broad and general. Phillip helped me hone in on some key, transferable skills that I can take with my through multiple industries and helped me identify ways that I can pivot my career. Changing industries and/or looking for a new job is never fun but Phillip kept me accountable, was encouraging when I needed it and wasn't hesitate about giving me a gentle push when necessary. Plus, we just generally had some really great chats together. Even after coaching sessions were over, Phillip went above and beyond by still following up with me and check in, just to see how things were going. I really enjoyed working with him and would highly recommend him his career coaching services.

Sep 29, 2023

Alberto Herrera
Alberto Herrera

CEO Grupo DUX

I worked with Phillip while I was living in the US between in 2023. At the time I was considering a definitive move from Mexico to the States, and considered applying for a job. I had been an entrepreneur for the last 20 years, and was weighing the option between being an employee in this new country or continuing my journey as owner back home. Phillip helped me delve into my desires, wants, weaknesses and fears. We had tough conversations that made me face what I really wanted and needed to do. I believe there were two main elements that made a big difference: First, his direction to uncover the fundamental reason (why?) behind my aspirations. Second, his ability to convey an unvarnished truth, no matter how much it hurt. Lastly, I just want to say, besides his professional expertise, he is a warm and close person who is truly eager to help.

Oct 26, 2023

Jenna Murphy
Jenna Murphy

Associate General Counsel, Titan Solar Power

Hi, I'm Jenna, and I want to share my fantastic experience working with Phillip through Happen To Your Career! Choosing to work with Phillip was hands down the smartest career move I've ever made. He played a crucial role in helping me figure out my ideal career path and keeping me focused on it throughout our journey. With his support, I was able to land my dream job. Having a career coach, especially someone as exceptional as Phillip, is like having a compass in the career wilderness. In the midst of all the chaos, he helped me simplify and streamline the process. I wholeheartedly recommend Phillip to anyone considering a career change or feeling uncertain about their career direction. He's not just a coach; he's a true ally who genuinely cares about your happiness and success. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Phillip for his dedication and support. Our connection goes beyond the job search – it's a lasting relationship. Thank you, Phillip, for making a significant impact on my career and life!

Oct 8, 2023

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Brandon Nicholas

Business Advisor

I've worked with Phillip a few times in the past and he has always been great to work with. He is engaged, enthusiastic, and there to help figure out what's best for you.

Dec 1, 2023

Darren Crawford
Darren Crawford
I worked with Phillip during my recent transition back into the workforce. Phillip gave me invaluable guidance for my seek-work efforts, kept me focused, motivated and organized, and helped me maintain the right perspective on my challenges and efforts to overcome them. He was (and is) insightful, knowledgeable and patient, and was able to provide me with the right tools to achieve my goals. It was a long road, and Phillip was a great copilot, both as a navigator and in making the journey more enjoyable. I'm supremely grateful for his assistance getting me back into my career. Thanks Phillip!!!

Apr 25, 2024

Talia Calvert
Talia Calvert
Phillip coached me through my first (and only, so far) big career change. I wasn’t just looking for a new position within my field; I was looking for a whole new field. And I had only a short window of time to do so. It was a messy and anxiety-ridden time, and Phillip dove right in with me to bring clarity, VERY effective job search strategies, and much-needed encouragement every step of the way. I couldn’t be more grateful to have connected with Phillip when I did. I am happier than I’ve ever been in a career, and I never thought I would be where I am today. He also gave me the confidence and skills I may need for future career shifts. No doubt I’ll also be reaching out to him when the time comes. Thank you Phillip!!!

Feb 19, 2024

Jenna Bias
Jenna Bias
I truly can't say enough good things about my time working with Phillip. Phillip helped me transition into an entirely new field without any additional experience/certifications/schooling/etc. He provided me with the framework to find my ideal company and then equipped me with the tools and strategies to help me stand out in a VERY congested work force. I left every single one of our coaching sessions feeling empowered, confident and focused on what my next step would be. Embarking on a career change is daunting but having Phillip as a sounding board, motivator and accountability partner allowed me to persevere and finally get to a place of career happiness. Beyond being a kick ass career coach, Phillip is just an all around genuine person who is relatable and easy to talk to. I now consider Phillip both my career coach and friend. Anyone would be lucky to work with him!

Dec 8, 2023

Jenn Bloomhuff
Jenn Bloomhuff
I started to work with Philip in the fall of 2022 to help me find clarity regarding the next steps in my career. This was the first time I invested in a career coach and Philip couldn't have been a better fit for me. Philip is a great listener, who can see past the surface to dig into what is really holding you back or feeding your personal narratives, that in my case were creating barriers and self-sabotage. Throughout our sessions he would ask hard questions, that forced me to think about what I truly wanted--and it wasn't a specific job or title, he gave me the tools that allowed me to see a much broader picture about my own personal values and passions, that I was able to apply to my career. He was able to help me see what I truly wanted and needed to feel seen and valued in my work. Philip is easy to talk to and open up to, which helps generate more authentic conversations. He is detailed oriented and helped keep me accountable to the work I needed to do. He was very much the guide/coach I needed to get through this process, which was so much more than a career journey. If you ever need to see your own bigger picture, Philip can definitely help guide you through that journey. Forever grateful our paths crossed, and I couldn't recommend him enough.

Nov 27, 2023

Samit Khatri
Samit Khatri
I had the absolute privilege of working with Phillip as my career coach about a year ago, and couldn't recommend him highly enough. He is super positive and easy to get along with, but also has an amazing ability to guide and inspire. During our time together, I came out with so much more than I bargained for. Yes I gained clarity about what my ideal job would look like and how to land it, but more than that, I gained a tonne of self-confidence and learnt skills that will serve me for the rest of my life. Not an understatement to say that it was a life-changing experience. Cant thank you enough Phillip! For anyone looking to make meaningful progress in your personal and professional journey, dont think twice about working with Phillip - seriously!

Nov 8, 2023

Adam Sharkey, MBA
Adam Sharkey, MBA
Phil was enormously helpful to me when I came to him at a strange time in my career. I was struggling to find purpose in my work, afraid of starting over at a new company, and struggling to figure out what next steps might be for me. In a world of endless certifications, programs, degrees, and options, it can be overwhelming when every day feels like a grind and you don't know what to do first. Phil helped me stay focused on what I needed to learn in order to make decisions, taught me how to ask good questions of people who had walked the paths I was thinking about walking, and ultimately helped me decide to pursue my MBA and make substantial changes to my career and how I was managing it. The techniques I learned from him continue to pay dividends to this day, and I expect I'll be hiring him again as I get to the next junctures of my career. Lastly, I'll just add that Phil is a great listener. I had spoken with other coaches who were very directive and this made me feel like coaching might not be for me. I am fine with taking direction from someone who is there to guide me, I just want to feel heard first, I want to make sure we're both on the same page about what the problem is so I can submit myself to the solution completely. Phil understood that from the get-go and it's why we worked so well together, and the results speak for themselves and then some.

Nov 7, 2023

Jeff Lutgen
Jeff Lutgen
I highly recommend Phillip and his ability to coach. I worked with Phillip in 2022 and enjoyed his approach and follow through. Having worked with a number of different coaches I think that Phillip really is a step above. He is a good listener, a big reader and always has great ideas to move your efforts forward. Highly recommend.

Nov 6, 2023

Courtney Dart
Courtney Dart
I’m a former client of Phillip’s, who is now living in alignment as a holistic nutritional health coach and Zumba Instructor after a decade of working in the teaching, sales, and software industries. Phillip and I met through the Happen To Your Career Coaching Program where we worked one on one together as I spent 4 months soul searching and learning to listen inwards. Phillip’s coaching style provided a judgment-free safe space for me to explore my past experiences and successes, current pain points, and my near future dreams. His coaching expertise, asking open ended questions, and pointing out connections, provoked me to listen to my heart more than my head. Phillip continues to stay in touch even after our time together in the HTYC Program. I can tell that his client relationships are very important and he values communication and consistency. If you are feeling lost in a career you don’t even like, lacking balance and the guidance to even take action, I would recommend connecting with Phillip.

Nov 3, 2023

Caroline Moorby
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Nov 3, 2023

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Jeffrey Tefel
Phillip is an amazing person and career coach. He is has all the qualities to bringout the inner you and guide you into your ideal path. His methods and personality truly helped me find my ideal path and with his assistance not only was I able to see my value but also learn to bring that value to the table in my next job opportunites

Nov 2, 2023

Jorge Mario Guzman Olaya
Jorge Mario Guzman Olaya
I am a Partnership professional with more than 20 years of experience in Tech and Partnership roles. I took the HTYC coaching program with Phillip, and it helped me not only to confirm my career mission and purpose, but also to land a leadership role at a multinational company, where I am developing and growing more than I ever could have imagined. The best thing about working with Phillip is his commitment, his willingness to serve from a place of care, and his intention to bring out the best in you. If you are looking to unlock your potential and find more meaning in your career and life, reach out to Phillip. You will be in great hands.

Oct 31, 2023

Ed Quattrocchi
Ed Quattrocchi
I had the pleasure of working with Phillip and found him through Happen to Your Career. At that time, I felt lost and was looking for clarity in what I wanted out of my career. My goals were to better understand my strengths, gain clarity on what meaningful work means to me, and increase my salary negotiation skills. After working with Phillip, I can confidently say that not only did I accomplish those three goals, but my career is in a place that makes me feel fulfilled and proud. My favorite part of working with Phillip was his ability to challenge me to think deeper and ask for more. I also appreciated him truly taking the time to get to know and understand who I am as a person and what my values are. This helped us execute against the plan that we put together. I would recommend Phillip to anyone looking to gain clarity on their strengths and values to anyone looking to make a complete career change.

Oct 23, 2023

Julia Prince-Buitenhuys
Julia Prince-Buitenhuys
I highly recommend Phillip not just as a career coach, but as an excellent coach and mentor as well in the practice of career coaching. I was Phillip’s client in the Professional Career Coach program through Happen To Your Career. I wanted to become a career coach for anthropologists like myself but had very little coaching experience or training. Phillip showed me ways to ask effective coaching questions, switch roles between coach, consultant, teacher, and strategist, and help clients generate clarity, motivation, and action towards achieving their career goals. While doing this, we also worked on some of my own career change needs as well, resulting in me changing positions to one much better suited to my lifestyle and goal of creating a coaching side-business. He also gave insightful and actionable feedback on my recorded coaching calls with my own clients so that I could improve my practice as a coach, which was my primary goal in working with him and worth its weight in gold. After working with him I have successfully helped multiple of my own clients achieve their own career changes. I highly recommend Phillip to those looking not just for personal career change as many folks here have, but also those looking for a mentor to improve their career coaching practice in general. You will come away enriched in your skills and nimbler in your ability to help clients. He is not just an expert in what he does but is invested in your success, and fantastic at noticing the little nuances through getting to know you that can make all the difference in your own career self-discovery.

Oct 13, 2023

Wyatt McCandless
Wyatt McCandless
I was able to work with Phillip a few years ago when I was contemplating a career change. I cannot say enough good about Phillip as a person and a career coach. He really has an amazing ability to attack a problem and find the root cause, and even beyond that, he was able to push me to really analyze my situation and look at details I probably would have missed otherwise. It's very apparent that he cares about people and wants to do his best to bring out the best in them. I was not his typical client, but he was still able to tailor his services to me. Working with him really was a life changing experience for me, and I don't think anyone else could have helped me the way Phillip did. He is truly an expert in his field and is very passionate about what he does.

Oct 11, 2023

Jason Trainer, PhD
Jason Trainer, PhD
I had the privilege of working with Phillip Migyanko as my executive coach, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From the first session, it was clear that Phillip's expertise in leadership development and his genuine passion for helping individuals reach their full potential set him apart. Phillip's approach is both insightful and tailored to the individual. He took the time to understand my specific challenges and aspirations, allowing him to provide targeted guidance that was incredibly valuable. His ability to ask the right questions and challenge my perspectives led to a deeper understanding of my strengths and areas for growth.

Oct 10, 2023

Sara Schumann
Sara Schumann
Phillip is great to work with. He was always there to keep me on track and focused on my next task as I was looking for my next career. I chose to work with Phillip for two reasons - the first was because he's so methodical. He can break anything down to make it more manageable, which is what I needed when I was staring fear in the face, because it fell outside of my normal routine. The second is that he draws out the absolute best in people. I always walk away feeling like I can do anything after I've talked to Phillip. He believes in his clients and their unleased potential, and most importantly, he holds you to it.

Oct 10, 2023

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Robert Grimm
Robert Grimm

Engagement Manager, Resultant

After a couple successful chapters in my career, I couldn't shake the thought of what else was out there. The thought of staying put was always overshadowed by whatever was next. Eventually, I put a stake in the ground by giving a 9 month notice without actually knowing what was next, and later hired Happen To Your Career to help, and Phillip became my coach. He took an incredible amount of time to get to know me and what made me tick, as well as discover my strengths, preferences, etc., and truly helped me find something great in my next career move. Authenticity matters greatly to me, and that’s what I found in Phillip. He is a trustworthy man who genuinely cared about me as a person, and about helping me find a more fulfilling path. Again, he was with me every step of my long journey and I recommend him without exception. I’d be happy to hop on a call with anyone thinking about hiring Phillip; just ask him to connect us.

Nov 3, 2023

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Stephanie Drumright
Stephanie Drumright

Head of Operations ad Duco

I can’t recommend Phillip enough! I worked with him while searching for a new role and making my next big career move, and he was absolutely invaluable. He’s not just a career coach—he’s like a career coach and therapist rolled into one. Phillip helped me refine my ideal company profile in a way that was clear, actionable, and truly aligned with my values. I went from feeling unsure about what I wanted to knowing exactly what I was looking for. Whenever I hit a roadblock, Phillip was there to listen, offer insightful advice, and keep me motivated. Whether prepping for interviews or brainstorming presentations, his support was spot-on. And the best part? He celebrated every small win, like I'd just won an Olympic gold medal, making me feel confident and energised throughout the process. Thanks to Phillip, I landed the most incredible opportunity and couldn't be happier in my new role. If you want a career coach who truly cares about your success, has the patience of a therapist, and is just an all-around amazing human, I can’t recommend him enough. Thanks, Phillip—you’re a total legend!

Jan 20, 2025

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Sara
I was a client of Phillip's. I chose to work with him for two reasons - the first was that he provided a completely different perspective from my own, and I knew that if I wanted to succeed, I'd need that. Second, he is methodical - he can break down any audacious goal into small steps, which was exactly what I needed. He also held me accountable to my tasks. When I was having a bad day, or felt like I couldn't do it, he could list off about 10 different reasons why I could do it. He has an abundance of energy and passion for coaching, and it comes through in every interaction.

Oct 10, 2023

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Stephen Young
I had the privilege of working with Phillip for PCC coaching at HTYC. As someone who has been coaching people on the side for several years, I was looking to learn and incorporate more ‘tried and tested’ methods to help my clients. Not only did Phillip do an outstanding job showing me new strategies; he also helped me to zero in on what was necessary to move my coaching business forward. For me I was a bit paralyzed because it was hard to know where to start since there are so many considerations. What Phillip does so well is break down any perceived complexity and turn them into concrete action plans for his clients that are manageable and easy to digest. When I first started working with Phillip, I was stalled on what steps to take; now, I have a clear strategy that makes sense based on our sessions together. I highly recommend Phillip, whether you’re looking to get into coaching or are considering a major change in your career. Phillip has an outstanding ability to guide individuals towards their goals by really being able to zero in on their strengths and/or passions. I know some individuals can be hesitant about talking to a career coach. If that’s you, then you should reach out to Phillip. I guarantee his knowledge, style, and attitude will put you at ease right from the very first meeting.

Oct 10, 2023

Lisa Paul
Lisa Paul
When you click with someone, the goal becomes easier and works well when you have someone that believes in you. I randomly chose Happen to Your Career on line to study career coaching, I was luck enough to be connected to Phillip. My initial contact was a phone interview with Phillip to see if I wanted to invest in their program. I flipped the script and I interviewed him and he loved that. So as the story goes, Phillip made me accountable, and follow a formula that fit me. He even set goals of cleaning a pile under my desk knowing once that was sorted my mind would be clear. I evolved and learned more about myself and how I would pivot @ 63 years old. As former business owner, I had strong opinions and a bit stubborn. Phillip found a way to coach me to engage those strengths and follow a new path. I am forever thankful for his optimism and encouragement. This is my logo for inner strength to evolve and create a new mindset

Oct 7, 2023

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Philip Sanford

Manager, ACA Services; Optavise

When I was looking to change my career, Phillip provided the guidance and practical road map I needed. He had great patience with me and challenged me to do what was needed to achieve my career goals. Phillip's style, attitude, knowledge, and insight made me feel comfortable in a situation that was a major event in my life.

Oct 3, 2023