WHAT PAST MASTERCLASS PARTICIPANTS HAVE SAID ABOUT THEIR EXPERIENCE:
CJ Brooks
"With the lack of understanding around neurodivergence, in an already chaotic society, it's nearly ensured that you will feel lost in finding your path. Working with Shell was an eye opener that not only helped me define what I want my path/life to be, but helped me get out of my own way so I could control changing the narrative, see my whole self clearly, and push for the things I deserve that will be lost dealing with the agendas pushed to us every day. Shell's experiences and perspectives helped me understand my worth and changed my mindset so I could remember who I've forgotten I am, explore the opportunities that are awaiting me and would have been left to believe were unattainable. Trust the process, do the work, and be surprised how close you are to being driven by your passion in a career of your design. Thanks for your guidance and mentorship, Shell!"
Vanessa Martinez
"This program is for individuals who are ready to do the work — to truly look inward. I did and learned a lot about myself in the process. Through a structured curriculum, I slowly uncovered a part of myself that was meant to shine. And even when I started to doubt myself again, speaking with Shell helped me recenter. One of the things she told me was “HONOR WHO YOU ARE.” I felt those words on such a profound level because I realized that I had always pushed aside what made me happy. I just needed the courage to be true to myself. Weeks of self-exploration in the course also showed me WHY it was the right choice. I’m so ready to start this new path. It was also super validating to meet other adults with ADHD with similar struggles. I now have a community. We still keep in touch and support each other after the course."
Jake B
"I appreciate your persistent enthusiasm, imagination, and vision for self advocacy in career molding."
Ben Levin
"Since I graduated undergrad, I've been meandering for a few years without much of an idea of what I really wanted to do in both the short term and the long term. I'd settle on a topic and then slowly lose interest as I realized it wasn't really what I wanted to do, but rather what was expected of me.
Recently, I've been interested in graphic design as a career, but I was worried it would be a passing phase again. I'd even applied to an online graduate program, which would have been very expensive.
However, during Shell's coaching sessions, she helped me develop techniques to hone in on what I actually desire in my career, and what skills I have that I could apply to my job. Importantly, I also gained a much better perspective on the conditions I desire and deserve in said career. And finally, my career is my own choice - it isn't about fulfilling someone's expectations, but fulfilling myself.
I highly recommend trying Shell's program, regardless of whether you're in work that makes you unhappy, or you're struggling to choose what you want to do."
Recently, I've been interested in graphic design as a career, but I was worried it would be a passing phase again. I'd even applied to an online graduate program, which would have been very expensive.
However, during Shell's coaching sessions, she helped me develop techniques to hone in on what I actually desire in my career, and what skills I have that I could apply to my job. Importantly, I also gained a much better perspective on the conditions I desire and deserve in said career. And finally, my career is my own choice - it isn't about fulfilling someone's expectations, but fulfilling myself.
I highly recommend trying Shell's program, regardless of whether you're in work that makes you unhappy, or you're struggling to choose what you want to do."
Serah Thomas
"If you are considering a career change of any sort, I highly recommend this class. I started out knowing I disliked many aspects of my job, but I didn't know where to even start. I was stuck in anxiety and indecision so nothing happened for 4 years.
"Shell's Career Coaching Masterclass gave me the tools to help with my career search and helped me get through some roadblocks (mainly caused by myself) along the way. Yes, I could probably have done all this on my own. But when it comes down to it, I had more than 4 years and did nothing.
The weekly class held me accountable and broke the process down into achievable steps - something which we ADHDers need. It's a group class so there are others going through the exact same experiences/emotions and they sometimes ended up being the best resources I had.
This class can be life-changing if you let it. You have to do the work towards finding a better future."
"Shell's Career Coaching Masterclass gave me the tools to help with my career search and helped me get through some roadblocks (mainly caused by myself) along the way. Yes, I could probably have done all this on my own. But when it comes down to it, I had more than 4 years and did nothing.
The weekly class held me accountable and broke the process down into achievable steps - something which we ADHDers need. It's a group class so there are others going through the exact same experiences/emotions and they sometimes ended up being the best resources I had.
This class can be life-changing if you let it. You have to do the work towards finding a better future."
Cole Boddery
"I had a great experience working with shell. Her class is a very methodical and straightforward way of taking a internal dive into what tasks I enjoyed most, where I wanted to be, my environment at work, who I wanted to work with and the material that fascinates me. I would highly recommend to any person who is feeling stuck and doesn't know which career/life path to travel down."
Cynthia Ginestra
"Career coaching with Shell Mendelson was the kickstart I was looking for - and I got so much more along the way. Her eight-week course was an efficient and effective process to systematically explore, articulate, and distill both what inspires and drives me and also what conditions I need to thrive at work. Understanding myself with such unprecedented clarity created for me an empowering mind shift that was timely and incredibly valuable.
Shell guided our weekly class through her process step-by-step, arming us with tools, discussion, on-the-spot coaching, and encouraging anecdotes from her vast experience career coaching. Class discussion gave me countless lightbulb moments - many were just profound for me. It was really cool to see my classmates on the same journey of discovery and to learn from them as they gained new and deeper insights themselves.
The weekly homework assignments allowed us to dig into ourselves and put into practice what we learned, building on the previous weeks. The tools from Shell’s course are simple and highly effective to explore and sort career options from a job landscape much bigger than you think. Heads up: Shell’s tools are also highly effective at popping up unexpected opportunities…get ready!
If you’re thinking about what’s next in your career, wanting to be more intentional with your time and energy, then give Shell a call. Her 20+ years of career coaching across all life stages and countless industries is an awesome depth of experience to lean on. You’ll find that she tells it like it is and has a great sense of humor. Her class is engaging, insightful, efficient, and effective - bonus points for the cool classmates and community of class alums!"
Shell guided our weekly class through her process step-by-step, arming us with tools, discussion, on-the-spot coaching, and encouraging anecdotes from her vast experience career coaching. Class discussion gave me countless lightbulb moments - many were just profound for me. It was really cool to see my classmates on the same journey of discovery and to learn from them as they gained new and deeper insights themselves.
The weekly homework assignments allowed us to dig into ourselves and put into practice what we learned, building on the previous weeks. The tools from Shell’s course are simple and highly effective to explore and sort career options from a job landscape much bigger than you think. Heads up: Shell’s tools are also highly effective at popping up unexpected opportunities…get ready!
If you’re thinking about what’s next in your career, wanting to be more intentional with your time and energy, then give Shell a call. Her 20+ years of career coaching across all life stages and countless industries is an awesome depth of experience to lean on. You’ll find that she tells it like it is and has a great sense of humor. Her class is engaging, insightful, efficient, and effective - bonus points for the cool classmates and community of class alums!"
Alex Thorpe
"It's been a great experience so far! I enjoy the small class size and that Shell leads, not only with her knowledge, but also by encouraging group discussions. The group discussions have really helped me get curious with myself and provide me with fresh ideas from others' insight/input. The accountability definitely helps, of course, with my ADHD-prone procrastination. This class is much harder than I imagined and takes real work, but if you are willing to go all in, it will be rewarding. Halfway through, I am already looking deeper into myself than I ever have before, and that's saying something, since I have always considered myself self-reflective by nature. Thank you Shell!"
Erica Creaven
“This course was fantastic. I really needed some help with self accommodating, requesting accommodations, figuring out my career path. I definitely got that from this course and much more. I gained a ton of confidence and feel ready to land a great job within the next few months. Shell is a great teacher who truly cares about her work and gives it her all. Thank you, Shell.”
Jeremy Dover
"Shell has helped transform the way I look at my career, uncover my true passions, and given me the opportunity to live a more fulfilled life. Making a career pivot, change, major or minor tweak, isn’t easy on the surface. Shell is truly a master at helping her clients uncover fundamental truths about themselves which enable better decision making regarding their careers. I only wish I hadn't waited 15 years and had taken this course in college. Working with Shell is one of the best decisions I’ve made in my adult life."
Leah C.
"Taking Shell's career coaching class helped me get crystal clear about what I want for my career. This is so helpful because it has given me a sense of direction and now I know what I need to do next to get to a point where I can honestly tell people that I love what I do."
Chantel H.
"I have been struggling for over 10 years to try to figure out a career path with many bumps along the way. My own researching always left me frustrated because I couldn't find something I was confident would be a good fit to pursue with my time and money and I'd give up again. I'm so glad I decided to take Shell's course! The assignments and discussions really did help me sift through my ideas, concerns, passions, life experiences etc and what ended up coming to the top for me was a complete surprise! It's definitely a new direction and I have some groundwork to lay, but I am excited everyday thinking about it and I'm happy to at least have the goal in place. I highly recommend her!"
Emily Layton
"Just finished 'Your Next Career Move' Masterclass with Shell. Such a rewarding experience! Her curriculum focuses on understanding what you want out of every aspect of the job and out of life. I came out seeing my professional pursuits in a new way, and I look forward to 'following my flower' as I apply for new roles."
Mikayla Turner
"After more than a year of being unemployed, I joined Shell's "Next Career Moves" masterclass completely unsure of what I wanted to be doing with my life. The class helped set me on a path to a fulfilling career, and learn more concretely what I needed from a job. I also started to gain the confidence to state my needs, and ended up with 4 job offers!!"
Summer
“After years of trying unsuccessfully to commit to a direction for my career, I finally decided to seek professional guidance with Shell. It was well worth it! I went into the class thinking that I’d be refining my existing career. Instead, the result I came up with early on in the class was completely unexpected – a full-fledged career change. Unlike previous fleeting thoughts on my career, this initial insight stayed with me through the whole class and my excitement for it has grown ever since. I now feel confidence, clarity and a sense of purpose that I have never felt before. And, I am already taking big steps in my new direction!”
Brandon L.
“This was by far one of the best decisions as a second year medical student getting ready to go into clinical clerkships! With ADD, it is difficult to navigate the interests and passions that draw you to medicine in order to choose a specialty that you’ll be happy with. Working with Shell gave me the blueprint necessary to enter clerkships with a purpose. I am confident the skills I learned through the this process of self-discovery will be valuable as I enter each clinical rotation over the next 2 years of medical school. I no longer feel daunted with the critical decisions I will be making to choose a specialty that will not only impact the rest of my life, but the lives of all my future patients who will benefit from these decisions as well.”
Emily Cotes
“I recently took the Masterclass with Shell. It was a great experience that helped me define the next steps in my career path. I would recommend Shell for anyone that is stuck or looking to find the things that make them happiest while working. She has a great process that allows you to determine what kind of work fits best with what you naturally enjoy, even if you don’t know what that is right now.”
Carys Ward
"10/10 stars and if I could give it 11 stars I would. This programme has been worth every single penny. The power really is in your hands to change your life and Shell is with you each step of the way. Where I started: I wanted to take a career step but didn't want it to be 'another shiny thing' where my passion fizzled. I was terrified of wasting the next decade making random career steps, hoping that one would be THE one that fit for me but never finding it. I found Shell's programme through a desperate search to ensure my next step to be purposeful, meeting my needs and setting me up for success, both now and in the future. And this programme has done just that. I'm at the end of the programme now and I have had so many mic-drop moments of realization and self-awareness to the point where I am crystal clear on what I want in my next step and, importantly, what I need. Not only that, but I've met some absolutely wonderful people who are in the same boat as me. It's been truly impactful to feel not as alone in the journey. I would highly recommend this programme if you're wanting clarity on your career and to take, not just a step in any direction, but the right one for you."
Lance Lazzarini
"I came to Shell's class feeling defeated, incompetent and dumb from my last career class. Taking Shell's class was the best decision I ever made for my career and regaining my self-esteem. I finally found someone who understood how my brain worked. My self-esteem came back and I am looking forward to my future. Thank you, Shell! :)"
Jessica M.
"Shell's master class has helped me redefine my role in my company and parse out my actual passion for my work from all the dreadful (to me) crud that still needs my attention. The ultimate goal is to hire and delegate and I believe I'll be even more successful because I'll be doing what I truly love. I went in thinking I needed a drastic career change and more schooling and all I really need is a few tweaks."
Elizabeth Leon
"Working with Shell changed the trajectory of my career and life.
Like many people who seek help, I didn’t end up looking for a career coach until I hit “rock bottom”. My confidence and motivation plummeted after leaving yet another job. Less than a month later, I was diagnosed with “situational depression”. The situation? An uncertain and unfulfilling career. I knew something needed to change.
After doing some research on ADHD career coaches, Shell’s masterclass seemed like the best fit. The idea that I would receive her coaching and guidance in addition to a group of like-minded (and career-struggling) individuals was exactly what I needed to successfully identify my next career move.
Because I (like many other ADHD individuals) have experienced my fair share of letdowns and failures in my career, there was some on-and-off resistance throughout the 8-week program. I questioned the purpose of some of the assignments, experienced some overwhelm at the end of the meetings, and worried that I would end up in the same place as when I started the program. Spoiler alert: I’m nowhere near where I was when I started the masterclass.
Shell’s Your Next Career Move Masterclass was exactly what my ADHD brain needed to get out of a rut and create the career and life I was meant to live. I would recommend the YNCM masterclass to any individual with ADHD who is struggling to figure out what they’re meant to do with their life. If you’re open-minded, ready for change, and willing to trust the process, this program is for YOU!"
Like many people who seek help, I didn’t end up looking for a career coach until I hit “rock bottom”. My confidence and motivation plummeted after leaving yet another job. Less than a month later, I was diagnosed with “situational depression”. The situation? An uncertain and unfulfilling career. I knew something needed to change.
After doing some research on ADHD career coaches, Shell’s masterclass seemed like the best fit. The idea that I would receive her coaching and guidance in addition to a group of like-minded (and career-struggling) individuals was exactly what I needed to successfully identify my next career move.
Because I (like many other ADHD individuals) have experienced my fair share of letdowns and failures in my career, there was some on-and-off resistance throughout the 8-week program. I questioned the purpose of some of the assignments, experienced some overwhelm at the end of the meetings, and worried that I would end up in the same place as when I started the program. Spoiler alert: I’m nowhere near where I was when I started the masterclass.
Shell’s Your Next Career Move Masterclass was exactly what my ADHD brain needed to get out of a rut and create the career and life I was meant to live. I would recommend the YNCM masterclass to any individual with ADHD who is struggling to figure out what they’re meant to do with their life. If you’re open-minded, ready for change, and willing to trust the process, this program is for YOU!"
Emilie Walker
"As many adults with ADHD can relate to, my purpose doesn’t fit neatly into a conventional box. I had given up on my dreams before taking this workshop with Shell. I was depressed, sleeping a lot and extremely confused. Taking this workshop helped me see my path again and believe in who I am and the gifts I have, not what others expect me to be. Now I feel like so many avenues are opening up. I am aligned with who I am and feel in touch with my purpose again. She is an encourager of souls. I am very grateful."
Fred Kridler
"After years of lateral moves and frustration with my career I finally feel like I have not only the direction I was hoping for but the tools and abilities to get it done.
Before taking this class and working with Shell there were times I honestly felt hopeless. Now I feel that I’m on the right path because I’ve learned so much. I’ve learned how to connect my skills and experiences to the right kind of work for me. I now know how to create accommodations for my ADHD in the workplace before I even start and that alone feels incredibly empowering.
Shell is super supportive and creates an awesome vibe in class so everyone feels good. Her experience with career coaching and in her career in general are extremely helpful and she shares freely and openly about not only her successes but some of her challenges and how she dealt with them.
The other people in class were an invaluable resource as well and their experiences were diverse and wide ranging. We would meet up online outside of class once or twice a week to connect about the homework and our experiences with ADHD and life. I’m so grateful for these people and the opportunity to connect with other ADHD people in a group setting (that was a first for me!).
I would say be prepared to challenge what and how you think about yourself and work. You will come away with a deeper and clearer understanding of not only how to get the job you want, but what job and why as well. You’ll do exercises and projects that help you uncover more about who you are, what helps you do your best work, and how to make it all happen. The work is real and class moves very quickly and I had to put in several hours a week on my own to get the most out of it but I saw instant results in my clarity and confidence.
I highly recommend this course for people who are ready to make the next move the right one. If you haven’t been getting what you wanted from your career and you’re ready to make changes, this is the course for you. Joining the class was one of the best decisions I have ever made and it was worth every penny and moment invested, and then some."
Before taking this class and working with Shell there were times I honestly felt hopeless. Now I feel that I’m on the right path because I’ve learned so much. I’ve learned how to connect my skills and experiences to the right kind of work for me. I now know how to create accommodations for my ADHD in the workplace before I even start and that alone feels incredibly empowering.
Shell is super supportive and creates an awesome vibe in class so everyone feels good. Her experience with career coaching and in her career in general are extremely helpful and she shares freely and openly about not only her successes but some of her challenges and how she dealt with them.
The other people in class were an invaluable resource as well and their experiences were diverse and wide ranging. We would meet up online outside of class once or twice a week to connect about the homework and our experiences with ADHD and life. I’m so grateful for these people and the opportunity to connect with other ADHD people in a group setting (that was a first for me!).
I would say be prepared to challenge what and how you think about yourself and work. You will come away with a deeper and clearer understanding of not only how to get the job you want, but what job and why as well. You’ll do exercises and projects that help you uncover more about who you are, what helps you do your best work, and how to make it all happen. The work is real and class moves very quickly and I had to put in several hours a week on my own to get the most out of it but I saw instant results in my clarity and confidence.
I highly recommend this course for people who are ready to make the next move the right one. If you haven’t been getting what you wanted from your career and you’re ready to make changes, this is the course for you. Joining the class was one of the best decisions I have ever made and it was worth every penny and moment invested, and then some."
Shannon Roper
"I just finished the Your Next Career Move Masterclass with Shell and I would definitely recommend it. For all of my fellow ADHDers out there feeling stuck, directionless, or learning how to trust yourself when it comes to making decisions about your career and passions, you are not alone, and this is the course for you.
After struggling with ADHD at numerous jobs for years, I realized that working with a coach who specializes in ADHD is a must. Throughout the course I felt very supported and understood. There are specific challenges people with ADHD face at work and when looking for their next career move and I felt like Shell understood what we were all going through. Her dedication to helping others connect to their passions and get clearer on their next steps was evident every class.
The workbook, class assignments, and connecting with others in the course, allowed me to gain confidence to pursue a career in the arts and design industry and eventually entrepreneurship. I have big dreams and goals, which will take time to achieve, however, I am grateful to Shell for believing in me and helping me to envision a clearer future for myself."
After struggling with ADHD at numerous jobs for years, I realized that working with a coach who specializes in ADHD is a must. Throughout the course I felt very supported and understood. There are specific challenges people with ADHD face at work and when looking for their next career move and I felt like Shell understood what we were all going through. Her dedication to helping others connect to their passions and get clearer on their next steps was evident every class.
The workbook, class assignments, and connecting with others in the course, allowed me to gain confidence to pursue a career in the arts and design industry and eventually entrepreneurship. I have big dreams and goals, which will take time to achieve, however, I am grateful to Shell for believing in me and helping me to envision a clearer future for myself."
Allie Serd
After years of job hopping I was frustrated, to say the least, that I couldn't find my “home” when it came to a position/role/company. Shell’s course helped me narrow down my expectations, wants, and needs in my next role by providing a blueprint that was easy to follow along without all the jargon. This blueprint, along with Shell’s passionate and empathic approach, pushes you out of your comfort zone. She challenges and encourages you to dig deep and then helps you recognize the amazing skills you already have within yourself, plus how you can utilize them. This course really helped me slow my mind down and look at the patterns & behaviors to see where my strengths lie, and an understanding of how to avoid costly mistakes. It definitely provided a lot of clarity that I knew I needed. By the end of the course, I felt more confident than ever about my career, my skill sets, and what I wanted and needed in the future. In fact…the law of attraction came into play and I got an offer for a position that I could really thrive in. I was able to accept it with 100% confidence that this will be my “home”.
Erin M.
"Shell opened my mind to jobs/career I never thought possible. She helped me see that a job isn't just about the work you are doing, but so much more. Every person is different, and having the tools to make the best decision for your individual situation is so important. She helps you gain confidence in yourself and what you believe is an ideal job and workplace. If you're looking to make a career change and are stuck - take this course. It's a fantastic and worthwhile investment."
Esperanza
“After years and years of feeling lost with regards to my career, I'm finally on a path that excites me and meets my needs. Shell's masterclass was exactly what I needed to help me narrow down my focus, ask myself the right questions, and find a career that I can stick with. I'm wrapping up the masterclass with an offer in my dream field. If you are an ADHDer struggling in your current job or if you are a student looking towards your future, I highly recommend Shell's services!”
Leigh H.
“If you are looking for easy answers or you are a person who prefers formulaic, assessment-based methods for career development, then Career Coaching with Shell might not be the best fit for you.
If, however, you are like me, and you have run the gamut of personality-, skills-, and strengths- based assessments to no avail, and you are starting to feel at the end of your rope when it comes to figuring out this whole ‘career’ thing, then you just might be ready for Shell’s process.
While I might liken other career coaching services to a boot camp in which roles on the other side of the process are largely pre-defined and the goal is to find which one you might fit into best; I would liken Shell’s process to that of a spirit quest in which you just might emerge with a vision for a career that is so unique to you, it doesn’t even yet exist within the world. Exciting! Exciting, yes. And also scary. But fear not! Shell’s process is intended to push you out of your comfort zone, and she is there at each milestone to ease worries, untangle confusion, challenge limiting beliefs, encourage doubts, listen with intent, and offer expert insights and ideas.
If you are at a point in which you need career direction and you are REALLY ready to dive in and do the self-work it takes to arrive at a vision for your future that fills you with a sense of excitement and inspiration, then I fully recommend Career Coaching with Shell! Stop asking “Why?” and start asking “Why not?”!”
If, however, you are like me, and you have run the gamut of personality-, skills-, and strengths- based assessments to no avail, and you are starting to feel at the end of your rope when it comes to figuring out this whole ‘career’ thing, then you just might be ready for Shell’s process.
While I might liken other career coaching services to a boot camp in which roles on the other side of the process are largely pre-defined and the goal is to find which one you might fit into best; I would liken Shell’s process to that of a spirit quest in which you just might emerge with a vision for a career that is so unique to you, it doesn’t even yet exist within the world. Exciting! Exciting, yes. And also scary. But fear not! Shell’s process is intended to push you out of your comfort zone, and she is there at each milestone to ease worries, untangle confusion, challenge limiting beliefs, encourage doubts, listen with intent, and offer expert insights and ideas.
If you are at a point in which you need career direction and you are REALLY ready to dive in and do the self-work it takes to arrive at a vision for your future that fills you with a sense of excitement and inspiration, then I fully recommend Career Coaching with Shell! Stop asking “Why?” and start asking “Why not?”!”
Robin B.
“Change is hard but having been at my current organization and position for seventeen years I knew it was necessary, but I wasn’t sure what to do. I am so thankful I decided to invest in myself and my career by signing up for Shell’s first Your Next Career Move Masterclass. What I learned about myself and also from the other participants has been invaluable. I feel more grounded and confident in my job search. I’m much less scared and am now more excited about my future career path. Plus, I have a job offer, my current supervisor is working on a counter-offer and I’m also interviewing with another organization!”
R.P.
“Since taking your Masterclass – I feel more empowered to make confident choices in my career. I realize now how passive I was in accepting what was given to me – and top it off with ADHD – I didn’t know how to discern my goals from “shiny objects”. I felt unable to make good choices for myself, allowing others to do so, assuming they knew better. I now feel a shift to take responsibility for putting myself in situations where I can make myself thrive.”
