Professional Positioning & Career Communications
Meet J—aka Jonathan. Founder of By J.
Built on 11+ years in corporate and executive communications
Former Zeno Group, AT&T, Deloitte and Lockheed Martin
MBA · CCMP
Completing ICF-accredited coach training toward the ACC credential
Now accepting a limited number of Chicago-area and virtual clients
Are you a pro at what you do?
But not convinced you want to keep doing it?
By J is reinvention coaching for capable folks navigating change, uncertainty, and the question of what comes next.
Frequently Asked Questions
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It can be either—or a thoughtful combination of both.
Coaching helps you clarify your direction, priorities and decisions. Communications advising brings strategic recommendations, feedback, editing and practical support. I will be clear about which approach we are using and why.
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Not at all. I bring experience supporting executives and senior leaders, but this work is designed for people at many stages—from professionals navigating a transition to emerging leaders, consultants and business owners refining how they show up.
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That may include career direction, professional positioning, LinkedIn, résumés, bios, interview preparation, consulting materials, website messaging, thought leadership and visibility strategy.
We start with the goal—not a predetermined deliverable.
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We do not begin with keywords or a template.
We begin with the person behind the work: your experience, strengths, values, interests, ambitions and the opportunities you are trying to create. The materials come after the clarity.
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That is often the best place to begin.
You do not need the perfect question or a fully formed plan. Part of the work is identifying what feels unclear, what matters most and what the right next step could be.