NRG CAREER COACHING

We know that mission-driven candidates on the job hunt need support.

Our coach works with people at all levels of experience and expertise, from entry to executive, and at all stages in their career search.

Our approach is practical and personal. We’re with you every step of the way: helping you craft a standout résumé, prepare for interviews, think strategically about your next move, and stay accountable to your goals.

MEET THE COACH

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Senior Director, Career Coaching

Kristin Saybe

Kristin Saybe has extensive experience as a Recruitment Director for non-profits and progressive organizations, and has helped hire thousands of people to work in the progressive community. 

Kristin will listen, help you to identify where you feel stuck in your job search, and hold you accountable.  If you don’t know where to start with your job search or if you have been applying to jobs for a while without success, Kristin will give you the edge you need. 

Ready to chat about coaching support? Email Kristin to set up a complimentary intro call.

  • Kristin Saybe has worked as a Recruitment Director for non-profits and progressive organizations, overseeing large-scale recruitment and hiring campaigns. Kristin has helped hire thousands of people to work in the progressive community. 

    Prior to becoming NRG’s Career Coach, Kristin was the Recruitment Director for the Outreach Team, overseeing the hiring of field directors, organizers, project directors and operational staff for GOTV efforts, voter registration and signature-gathering campaigns run on behalf of organizations such as Planned Parenthood, NARAL Pro-Choice, and the League of Conservation Voters. 

    Currently living in Richmond, VA with her husband and two daughters, Kristin grew up in Louisiana where she developed a love for parades and cajun food.  During her downtime she loves to spend time at the James River and is an avid knitter. 

    Kristin has extensive staff development and training experience, and is passionate about connecting people with roles and organizations where they will excel.  Because she has hired and recruited thousands of people in the progressive community, she knows what it takes for a candidate to stand out from the crowd. 

    Kristin will listen, help you to identify where you feel stuck in your job search, and hold you accountable.  If you don’t know where to start with your job search or if you have been applying to jobs for a while without success, Kristin will give you the edge you need. 

WHAT WE OFFER

RESUME REVIEW

  • We focus on first impressions: what does your resume say about you? Does your resume reflect the jobs you are applying for? Our coach will help you craft a version of your resume that will impress recruiters and hiring managers. We want you to stand out in a crowded field of candidates.

    $200 includes a meeting with our coach and a conversation about ways to improve your resume as well as the overall story you are sharing

    • You learn best while in communication with others

    • You aren’t getting past the first stage of the hiring process and you feel like you’ve tried everything

    • You are applying for a position in a new field and need help showing off your skills

    • You want the inside scoop on your resume from a recruiter’s perspective

$200/HR

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INTERVIEW PREP

  • Interviews can be awkward, but they don’t have to be.  Whether in-person, over the phone, or on Zoom, we’ll practice answering questions to make sure that you’re telling your story in a way that makes you stand out from the crowd.

    We’ll practice answering commonly-asked questions and some unconventional ones to make sure that you’re confident and prepared to show off your experience.  You’ll also receive a recording of the session that will allow you to fully engage during the process and review your feedback as you’d like in the future.

    We’ll ask you to fill out a form in advance to give us more information on what job you’re applying to so we can adapt questions and feedback to a specific sector and/or role, if desired. 

    • You are changing careers and need help crafting your story 

    • You aren’t getting past the initial interview of the hiring process

    • You want to be extra prepared because this is your dream job

$200/HR

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NRG PRIVATE COACHING

  • We will craft these sessions to meet your needs. Whatever you choose to focus on, Kristin will work with you on how to best share your story, interview well, and stand out in a crowd.

    The general outline of what’s available:

    • Intros and “tell me about yourself” practice.

    • Tips for creating job search materials, including your resume, and how to align your LinkedIn and overall online presence.

    • Interviewing training, tips, and practice.

    • How to leverage your network and best practices for informational interviews.

    • You have if your’e just getting started on your job search, or even if you’ve been looking for a while and need a reset

    • You’re making a big career change and need an expert perspective to help you craft a plan to make it happen

    • You want to focus on multiple aspects of your job search over the course of four sessions

$800/4 HRS

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NRG COACHING PLUS

  • You get everything in NRG Private Coaching plus:

    • Kristin will help you make the introductions you need to expand your network

    • You will dive deep into any area of the search process that you feel needs the most work

    • A plan to achieve your goals that is doable

    • An empathetic and strategic accountability partner and ally

    • You seek thought partnership and accountability support to help you make the necessary changes

    • Motivation throughout the job search — such as each step of an interview process or support on an application deadline

    • You have a bigger goal than just landing your dream job–you also want to build a network that consists of authentic connections

    • You want support navigating the job market

$1800/10 HRS

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LAUNCH YOUR SEARCH COHORTS

  • Ready to kick-start your job search — or get it back on track? Join NRG’s Launch Your Search Cohorts: a coaching series designed to give you structure, accountability, and confidence in your search.

    4 Week Course | $600 | Wednesdays at 1:30-3pm ET

    Over four weeks, you’ll meet once a week with our career coach and a small group of peers for focused, practical sessions on:

    Week 1: Organizing Your Search
    Week 2: Crafting Your Resume & Cover Letter
    Week 3: LinkedIn & Networking
    Week 4: Telling Your Story & Acing Interviews


    Cohorts will comprise six jobseekers (or fewer), giving you the opportunity to meet others and expand your network. You’ll also have email access to our coach between sessions for extra support. It’s everything you need to lead a strategic search with community by your side.

    • You’re just launching your job search

    • You’ve been searching, but can use a reset

    • Want an affordable option for hands on coaching

    • Want a community of peers on the job search and a support system for accountability

$600

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Ready To Chat?

If you’re not sure where to start, or who to talk to, you’re not alone. At NRG, we want to help! You may be looking to chat with a recruiter, to learn more about coaching, or to get digital resources by joining our Talent Network.

Whatever it may be, you can use this form to find out what support best matches your needs. We’ll connect you with the right person at NRG from there.

What people are saying

  • “Thanks to NRG I am finishing my first week in the role of a lifetime. It’s a role that is ideally suited to my skills: leading a startup mission-driven non-profit focusing on diversity and inclusion in arts, culture and entertainment.”

    — JG, Coaching Client

  • “Kristin helped me boost my confidence and provided guidance on the steps I needed to take to pursue a career change. I feel confident networking and applying for positions, and have a system in place to move forward with my job search."

    — MK, COACHING CLIENT

  • “I really appreciate all the support Kristin gave me in preparing for the final interview.  I had answers prepared and felt more confident in the interview process. Kristin’s support was so important in helping me to get this new role."

    — CB, COACHING CLIENT

  • “Kristin's knowledge of progressive spaces helped widen my perspective of what I thought possible. She saw the strengths in my experience in a fresh new way and helped me come up with a real plan that I could work.”

    — CC, COACHING CLIENT

  • “When I decided to pivot into the nonprofit space, I realized immediately my search strategy that had worked before in the corporate space just wasn't working. Kristin helped me figure out a better strategy that immediately made me more confident every time I clicked “SUBMIT” on an application.”

    — NK, COACHING CLIENT

  • “I had a lot of questions about my resume and Kristin led a training that addressed all of them. Kristin was knowledgeable, attentive and thorough. I believe that my resume is stronger because of the coaching I received.”

    — LDP, COACHING CLIENT

  • “I was feeling extremely unmotivated and frustrated with my job search process. Connecting with Kristin gave me a morale boost. I feel much more confident about my application materials after working with Kristin.”

    — KB, COACHING CLIENT

  • “Reentering the job market after 20 years was daunting, and I knew I needed expert help to navigate the process. Kristin guided me through every step. Her insights, encouragement, and practical advice helped me regain confidence and approach the job market with a clear strategy.”

    — MM, COACHING CLIENT

  • “NRG’s coaching services have been transformative. Their personalized approach and insightful guidance provided me with the tools to navigate challenges and grow both personally and professionally."

    — AB, COACHING CLIENT

 FAQs

  • We do not use a standardized curriculum for our individual coaching.  Each person’s job search experience, what they are really good at and what they need support on differs.  Our goal is to meet people where they are and create customized coaching to support your journey.  Of course, if you do not know where to start we have a good game plans. 

  • You determine the frequency of the sessions.  Some people who are full time on the search like to meet weekly, some people prefer biweekly meetings, other like to reserve a session for when they need it.  We can work together to find times to meet that work for your schedule and needs.  

  • There is a dotted line between NRG’s recruitment services and coaching services.  For recruitment services, we work with the organization to identify strong candidates and project manage the search.  It is up to the organization to evaluate candidates and determine who they would like to hire.  Our coach supports candidates in their personal searches which sometimes includes applying for roles NRG is supporting.

  • No, generally in the nonprofit and mission driven space do not work with recruiters to place candidates in roles.  Our coach supports candidates as they apply for roles.  We support resume feedback, interview preparation, networking strategy & support, as well as goal setting and accountability to keep people moving toward their goal of finding a new role.  We empower you to have a successful search.

  • Our career coaching is really focused on practical advice and support for people who are actively applying for roles.  With a background in recruitment for nonprofits, movement organizations and electoral work we have a deep understanding of the mission driven space.