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Client Reviews — Adina Zinn, Career & Life Coach
Career Coaching with Adina Zinn — Walnut Creek & the Bay Area
What Clients Say
89+ five-star reviews across 4 platforms

Real words from real clients — across LinkedIn, Google, Yelp, and Facebook, Adina's clients consistently rate their experience five stars. Here's what they say about working with her.

Life Coaching Finding Balance
Life Coaching & Finding Balance
"Adina really met me where I was at and took the time to get to know me as a whole person."
— Aaron K.
"She helped me make healthy lifestyle changes and learn coping skills while also exploring career options."
— Miranda L.
"I worked with Adina for a couple years and in that time I was able to start a new job that I love, accomplish meaningful goals in my hobbies/personal life, and stay on top of the things in life I had been struggling with."
— Adam R.
"I leave each conversation feeling more grounded, focused, and aligned with what matters to me. More than anything, I trust her."
— Caitlin L.
"Adina is fantastic both as a life & career coach, but also as someone to meet with regularly just to catch up with."
— Lauren C.
"She also helped me through some life coaching and guided me on how to achieve more work-life balance."
— Alvaro R.
Clarity Direction Crossroads
Clarity & Direction at a Crossroads
"Adina has a remarkable gift for holding up a mirror in a way that feels both supportive and empowering."
 — Njeri K.
"It was like this huge weight of hopelessness lifted off my shoulders. I began to say, yes, I can do this."
— Kim A.
"She helped me through a challenging time in my career and guided me to make the right decision. I'm in a more solid place now thanks to her guidance."
— Zane B.
"She consistently helps to pull and tease out my thoughts to help me better understand what it is I am trying to work through."
— Dory H.
"Though we only spoke for one session, I knew the answer to my consternation before our call was over."
— Aaron M.
"Her direct style and objectivity is a catalyst for clarifying career goals."
— Lydia Z.
Career Changes Pivots
Career Changes & Pivots
"Working with her every step of the way helped me to be prepared to be my best as I executed a major career pivot and found my dream job!"
— Dan A.
"She taught me not to settle for pursuing other opportunities as I would have labeled myself in the long run as being experienced in a space in which I did not find joy."
— Natalie N.
"She was truly instrumental in helping me develop a 'Plan B' to eventually transition myself out of financial services and pursue my teaching credential to follow my passion to become a teacher."
— Trace B.
"With her help, I was able to narrow a field I was interested in (UX/UI) and transition into the tech industry."
— Miranda L.
"I came to her wanting to identify a career pivot and she very quickly helped me find my new direction."
— Chris T.
"I wasn't looking for just any opportunity, I was looking for the right opportunity, and Adina was an invaluable partner throughout that journey."
— Dionna M.
Return to work
Returning to Work After a Break
"Adina was instrumental in getting me a job after not working in a traditional workplace for almost 20 years... I got an amazing job that I love."
— Jennie O.
"I was a full-time stay-home mom of 15 years looking to get back to work which was scary to say the least... And in three months, I got three job offers!"
— Angela L.
"After being out of the workforce for 10+ years, Adina's expert guidance through the interview process to negotiating the final offer made all the difference."
— Cindy A.
"Adina brought her gifts for simultaneously rebuilding my confidence and teaching practical step by step skills for finding a job... that combination of practicality and compassion changed things."
— Sabine H.
"After not working for 18 years, I was rusty, lacked confidence... Not only did Adina get me up to 2020 speed quickly, she did it in a way that was both sensitive to my insecurities and yet also held a touch of tough love."
— Debbie C.
"I was jump starting my career after a pause to raise a family… she helped me recognize that my skills and experience were and are extremely valuable."
— Terri M.
Interview Coaching
Interview Coaching
"This woman is an interview coach wizard!"
— Maayan Y.
"Yes, it will be awkward but you will ace your interview after a practice session with Adina. I got my dream job after only a few sessions with her!"
— Jennie O.
"She also studied the job description and posting in order to ask me targeted questions related to the job... my interview responses were thoughtful, thorough, and organized."
— Heidi B.
"I left our meeting equipped with interview strategies and feeling confident about my ability to answer any questions. I learned the day after the interview that I was selected for the internship position!"
— Caroline F.
"Adina guided me through the interview process with meticulous attention, ensuring I was well-prepared and confident... a key factor in ultimately landing my dream job."
— Ricci D.
"She helped me polish my narrative and taught me how to weave in personal anecdotes into the interview process.
— Udit N.
Resumes LinkedIn Standing Out
Resumes, LinkedIn & Standing Out
"I went from getting no callbacks to multiple callbacks and interviews from companies I applied for after I made the changes Adina suggested."
— Sam D.
"She's helped refine and improve my résumé, and as a result, I noticed an immediate uptick in the response rate from potential employers."
— Jennifer S.
"Adina knows exactly how to format resumes so they are geared towards what recruiters want to see."
— Jesse S.
"She empowered me to stand out by revealing the strategies for outsmarting recruitment software and streamlining my LinkedIn profile and resume."
— Marco V.
"My resume was pathetic and sad. She took me through line by line and miraculously made it sound impressive."
— Jennie O.
"I received several compliments on my resume throughout the process."
— Kristel K.
Negotiating offers
Negotiating Offers & Getting Paid What You're Worth
"I needed the most help negotiating my compensation package and with Adina's help I was offered the highest salary I've ever received!"
— Sina A.
"Adina assisted me in researching salary ranges for the role as well as a package that helped me achieve my compensation target."
— Amira A.
"Adina empowered me to look for and interview for the right jobs for me and ask for the salary I deserve!"
— Tamar Z.
"Adina's expert guidance through the interview process to negotiating the final offer made all the difference."
— Cindy A.
"Adina assisted me with my decision on a new job offer, including negotiating the salary and other important aspects to consider."
— M.G.
"She even helped me with negotiating a better deal once I received the offer."
— Kristel K.
Launch a career
Launching a Career (Students & New Grads)
"After 3 hours of coaching, I had received an offer with a company I'm very excited to work with!"
 — Chloe G.
"Within a month or so, I had 3 fabulous job offers and accepted a great new job."
— Connor O.
"She helped me optimize my LinkedIn and portray myself as 'the hero of my story' in my cover letters."
— Talia Y
"I couldn't have asked for a better career coach and would highly recommend her to anyone who is preparing to join the workforce."
— Raymundo S.
"She gave me homework and held me accountable so I was always moving forward."
— Katherine C.
"Having just graduated from college and looking for potential careers, Adina provided many helpful resources to help narrow down my career options aligned with my interests."
— Kate D.
why choose adina
Why Clients Choose Adina
"I went through a process of interviewing multiple coaches... Adina doesn't only have the experience of working in corporate America, but she demonstrates a passion for what she does backed by a track record of success... it is hard to find professionals like her."
— Amira A.
"I realized quickly that she was a straightforward, no BS coach who cheered me on every step of the way... I walked away from our coaching sessions with 4 job offers... in 2 short months."
— Kathy T.
"She does not have a one-size fits all approach, rather, she gets to know her clients and works with them to customize a plan for achieving success."
— Hilda M.
"Adina views your success as her success and is persistent in seeing you accomplish your goals."
— Ryan R.
"Adina continues to delight even after 3 years... always willing to take the extra step."
— Kathy T.
"Even after I settled into my first role, Adina still checked in to ask how it was going."
— Raymundo S.

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