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.

• 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

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.

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.

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.

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.