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Mary Ellen Brennan

ACC, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

How will clients benefit with you as their coach?

My career and job search clients benefit from working with someone who has made hiring decisions for 30 years. I've seen what does and doesn't work for candidates in the recruiting process. I've observed what gets people noticed and promoted. My leadership clients benefit from my experience as an HR partner to association CEOs and my knowledge of leadership principles, positive cultures, and the principles of human behavior. I help clients identify and challenge beliefs and behaviors that may limit their success. All clients experience a deeper level of self-awareness.

What results have clients reported after working with you?

Increased knowledge of job search skills and an improved toolkit for their job search
New roles that advance their career goals
Starting a successful business
Improved leadership and managerial skills and ability to handle tough people issues

What do clients say about working with you?

"I had the opportunity to work with Mary Ellen over several months. She was a trusted adviser who helped me gain greater awareness of my strengths and how to maximize them. During our weekly conversations, Mary Ellen guided me to uncover my hidden potential and understand how I could make the greatest impact on my organization. Over the course of several months, we worked together on topics such as career development and future growth, working with my executive and showing my value, and time management and prioritization, to name a few. Above all, Mary Ellen was someone I trusted with difficult conversations and she helped me gain confidence to effectively address them. I would highly recommend Mary Ellen to my colleagues looking for a professional coach."

Association Executive (J)

"I honestly did not think I would be able to re-position myself so quickly. That I did is largely due to your wise counsel, encouragement, and assistance."

Association CEO who was offered his first-choice position (B)

"After years of having been out of the workforce, I was a little lost on how and where to begin how to look for a new job. As soon as I met with Mary Ellen, she had all the right questions and curiosity about me, but also the empathy and understanding to make me feel we would find the right path. Mary Ellen has a wealth of knowledge and experience, not only from her many years as a successful HR professional, but also from her intuitive talent which is so important as a career coach. She has a non-judgemental approach, she's an active listener and showed a genuine interest in getting to know me, my experience and how to translate my own talents and skills into the right format to begin presenting myself as a prospective job seeker. Her unconditional regard for developing the person and the professional was truly inspiring. Thanks to her expertise and guidance, I successfully secured several job interviews soon after working with her and was successful at securing a job offer within a few months of working with her!"

Mental Health Professional (M)

What is your coaching philosophy?

I provide a safe, confidential space where clients view me as their trusted confidante. While it's incredibly important to have someone to listen, I believe coaching should lead to tangible results for the client. I provide a structured approach to the coaching session to help clients get what they came for. I partner with clients to help them develop the next steps toward their goals and strategies for overcoming challenges and obstacles.

What strengths do you have as a coach?

I'm a good listener. I am empathetic and supportive. I apply my knowledge of human behavior in the workplace, team dynamics, and best practices in managing people and performance gained from my HR experience. I bring a keen understanding of associations from my work experience.

What types of clients do you work with?

I work with individuals seeking to develop leadership skills or achieve career goals, including association CEOs, executives, and professionals. Additionally, I often work with clients on time management, habit formation, and preparing for crucial conversations.

What is your professional background?

My background is in human resources in associations, consulting firms, and other professional service firms. Coaching was a natural next step in my career, and I completed an ICF-approved coaching program and earned the ACC certification from the International Coaching Federation. After leading the HR function in an association for over 13 years, I fulfilled my lifelong dream to live in Europe. When I relocated, I opened MEBrennan Consulting, which provides HR consulting services and coaching to a varied clientele, including small and large US associations and a government consulting firm, as well as individuals seeking leadership and career coaching. (Don't worry-I work during US business hours!) I am certified to use the Myers Briggs Type Indicator and am an experienced user of several other assessments. I earned an MBA from the University of Maryland Global Campus.

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