Forrest Clements

About Forrest Clements

I help people find success in a career path that fits their skills, experience, values, and lifestyle. I have since been on a circuitous career journey that has taken me from non-profit to higher education to career coaching. My five years of experience in human resources gives me a unique understanding of what recruiters and hiring managers are looking for in resumes and interviews. I’ve put this perspective to use in my role as a career coach for the past five years, where I’ve coached over 800 job seekers pursuing careers in a wide variety of industries. As an introvert who has often felt sick to my stomach by the idea of professional networking, I’ve learned to talk to strangers in a way that’s natural and non-transactional, and I’ve grown proficient in helping other introverts learn to do the same. No matter your previous experience in networking, I can help you discover the magic of talking to people and start branching out.As someone who hasn’t always had it figured out myself (and let’s be real, I’m still figuring it out!), I know the value of working with a coach who is approachable, empathetic, and unintimidating, who seeks to understand your specific situation, personality, and goals, and walk with you through challenges instead of solving them for you. As someone who’s spent most of my career at smaller organizations, I understand the tremendous good that can come from working at places most people haven’t heard of. I’ve helped job seekers land roles at both small nonprofits and startups, as well as big name brand companies. Wherever it is you’re headed, I can help you get there. As a husband and father of three, I’m a fierce advocate for working parents, work flexibility, and work-life balance. I know the struggles of navigating career while raising young kids, fiddling with the childcare Rubik’s cube, and negotiating sustainable work schedules. I know life is far more than just your job, and I’m committed to helping you find an employer who knows this too.Please message me if you\'d like to chat, I’d love to connect with you and help in any way that I can!CliftonStrengths • Learner • Restorative • Strategic • Empathy • Developer

Experience

1. Human Resources & Payroll Administrator

   Greenhouse Co-School

   Mar 2026 — Present · Wheaton, IL, US

Education

• Wheaton College

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Writing and Psychology

  2009 — 2013

• Wheaton College

  Master of Arts - MA, Evangelism and Leadership

• Lakes Community High School

  High School

  2005 — 2009

Skills

• Proofreading
• English Literature
• Microsoft Word
• Wilderness Trip Leader
• Fundraising
• Payroll Processing
• Microsoft Excel
• Volunteer Management
• Nonprofits
• Experience Working with Youth
• Event Planning
• Customer Service
• Social Networking
• Editing
• Blogging
• Email Marketing Software
• Wilderness First Aid
• Research
• Copy Editing
• Creative Writing