Michael Sanders

About Michael Sanders

I build experiences that help people reconnect to who they are - and what’s…

Experience

1. Career Transition Consultant

   Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc

   Jan 2025 — Present

   Work with professionals in transition to create a job‑search action plan that maximizes their potential to land the best possible job. Provide strategic coaching and advice to decrease job search time and increase compatibility and likability with potential employers:Key Responsibilities:~ Listen, observe, and discuss individuals’ unique situations and career aspirations to create a targeted job search plan~ Analyze, develop, and deliver strategies on career options, target markets, body language, and etiquette techniques to ensure job search success~ Increase job seekers’ understanding and comprehension of tools like video interviewing, LinkedIn, research databases, and social media~ Help professionals develop a strong marketing plan through best practices in resume development, interviewing skills, elevator pitch creation, and online branding techniques~ Boost job seekers’ confidence in the job search process by strategically developing networking and recommendation/referral plans~ Present the company’s proprietary technology tool to support individuals’ job search efforts, ensuring comprehension and successful use~ Explain and ensure understanding of the use of personality, cognitive, and skills assessments as part of the preparation for the interview process

Education

• Bradley University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology/Sociology

  1987 — 1991

• University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

  Master of Social Work (MSW), Social Work/Counseling

  1991 — 1993