Cookie-Cutter is for Bakers, Not Your Career.
Maybe you’re a CTO looking to transition into the CEO seat. Maybe you’re a soon-to-be or recent grad. Or maybe you’re somewhere between.
You see, it’s not so much about where you are in the continuum of your career, it’s about having a sincere desire for a career that aligns with your values.
If that’s you, and I mean it—if that’s really, really you, then I’m here to help you build a career with true depth and personal growth potential. If we work together, nothing about this will resemble a factory-style or outsourced system.
Every word, every strategy, and every approach will be crafted specifically with your goals in mind.
Your career story isn’t something to plug into a template. It’s something to shape with care so it genuinely represents who you are and where you want to go. Whether it’s your resume writing, interview presence, or entire professional brand, how you tell your story and approach your job search makes a difference.
And in today’s incredibly competitive, unpredictable (and lately, increasingly unstable) environment, that difference can be the difference maker.
It’s not for everyone. Which is why it might be perfect for you.
Remember, this is about zeroing in on what fulfilling truly looks like for you—whether it’s leadership, impact, innovation, or finally having a role that vibes and jibes with your long-term goals (and doesn’t make you question your life choices every Monday morning!).
If you’re serious about making a meaningful career move—one that’s intentional, strategic, and built for long-term success, let’s talk. No pressure, only possibilities. No sales pitches, just honest conversations with a trusted career coach about where you are, where you want to be, and how to get there.
You ready? Tough questions may be asked—focused on what you need and what works, not generic drivel and quick fixes (because that never works).
Still ready? There could be homework.
Still-still ready? It’ll be fun, too.
Promise.
Own Your Career Narrative—With Clarity and Focus
Julie helps rising stars and C-suite leaders land roles that challenge, inspire, and align with their long-term goals. Having worked on both sides of the hiring table—advising companies, interviewing top talent, and ensuring the right people land in the right roles—she’s trusted to amplify what truly matters to both individuals and teams. She cuts through the noise to highlight unique strengths, skills, and impact.
Let’s be real—most hiring processes aren’t designed for nuance (or, honestly, humans), and without a clear strategy, even the best candidates can struggle to confidently highlight their value.
Her expertise is backed by deep industry knowledge and credentials, including certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) from HRCI and Senior HR Leadership from Cornell’s ILR School. But more than credentials, she stays immersed in hiring, leadership, and career growth because she’s passionate about helping people land where they truly belong.
After graduating from Bryn Mawr, Julie built her career partnering with hiring teams across startups, corporate firms, and government contracting. Across all arenas, she kept seeing the same challenges:
- Great companies struggle to find and secure the right talent.
- Incredible professionals get overlooked or stuck in “meh” roles.
- Brilliant, high-achieving people—crushing it in school, work, and life—play it safe instead of going for the bump to first class.
So 20 years ago, she set out to fix that—founding Nerd Up® IT & Executive Staffing to cut through hiring chaos and create career matches that actually last, and creating CareerMeUp™ to help professionals who know they’re ready for more but aren’t sure how to get there—or just need a little kick-in-the-what to build a strategic job search strategy, resume and/or focused career plan, and make it happen.
Julie's here to make sure you stop holding the clipboard for everyone else’s game and start running your own plays—before the clock runs out.
Your Career Deserves a Strategy, Not a Template
Julie’s career branding and coaching is anything but one-size-fits-all. She works closely to help you identify and seize the right opportunities—ensuring your career brand, marketing materials, and applications are not just loud, but strategic and effective.
With a sharp eye for positioning and messaging, Julie helps you articulate your value with confidence, clarity, and impact.
Whether you're pivoting, advancing, or rebranding, her tailored guidance empowers you to stand out authentically—without guesswork.
You belong where you want to be— making an impact that feels right, fuels your ambition, and keeps you smiling well beyond work hours.
Thinking about your next move?
Let’s chat.
Worst case? You walk away with some solid career insights.
Best case? You actualize a game plan so you can nail it, and stop refreshing job boards at 2 AM.
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We know you’ve got serious talent.
The problem isn’t whether you’ll excel once you land the right role— it’s your strategy for getting there. Let’s fix that.
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