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Personalized, one-on-one coaching to help you stand out to employers, secure your next opportunity and make a successful transition into your new role.

Rachel Dias seated in an armchair in her office
Rachel Dias standing in her office

Career Coach

Hi, I'm Rachel Dias.

I'm a career strategist, HR professional, podcast host and founder of The Driven Career.

With over 10 years in HR, I've worked side by side with hiring managers and leadership teams and seen how decisions get made. I've also watched highly qualified professionals get stuck in their job search because they couldn't show an employer their value.

Today I help driven professionals build a clear strategy for their search, stronger interviews and opportunities that fit their career goals.

Welcome to The Driven Career

The Driven Job Search™

Your Job Search Deserves a Strategy.

The rules of work have changed. Globalization opened the market to talent from everywhere, and a job for life is now rare. Competition is fierce and the market moves fast.

So, are you prepared to compete?

The work you do today builds your career. I want to help you land a job you love, on your terms, and keep building the career you want.

How we work together

Every professional has a different story, background and career goal. Through personalized, one-on-one coaching, we'll define a job search strategy tailored to your experience, the opportunities you're pursuing and the type of work you want to do next.

You work directly with me through live, one-on-one coaching sessions. You'll receive a personalized strategy, practical tools and resources, and ongoing guidance, support and accountability throughout your career transition.

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Driven Professionals' Experiences

What driven professionals say.

Verified reviews from LinkedIn

★★★★★ 5.0
I was unhappy in my career and quit without a plan. On my last day, I had booked an intro session with Rachel. Knowing she had 10+ years in HR, I said yes that day. She saw possibilities in me I couldn't see for myself, kept me positive and accountable, and never pushed her own agenda. A few weeks later, I interviewed with my dream company, and now I'm starting onboarding. Her butterfly logo fits. I feel transformed. Highly recommend!
Victoria P.
Career Coaching Client
Job Search · United States
★★★★★ 5.0
My experience working with Rachel was nothing short of phenomenal. Her experience and dedication to her work was immediately evident and gave me every confidence with moving forward. We followed her process of market research, identifying key areas to focus on, resume building and worked through the interview and application together. I had set some lofty goals when we started but with her guidance, we achieved them and even met my short timeline. Rachel has my highest recommendation!
Erik N.
Mechanical Engineer EIT, Product Design, R&D
International Job Search · Landed a job in Sweden
★★★★★ 4.8
After looking for a role for over a year, I decided to seek guidance and connecting with Rachel could not have come at a better time. I had already been leveraging my network, which she reinforced, and after just one session I received an offer. She was instrumental in guiding me through the interview process and helped me negotiate with confidence. I will also continue working with her during my probationary period to level up my LinkedIn and personal brand. I am very grateful for her support.
Marcia A.
Business Development and Client Relations
Job Search · Vancouver
★★★★★ 5.0
I recently worked with Rachel during my job search. She helped me reposition my experience to pivot into a new industry and role. Her guidance helped me clarify my strengths and present my background in a way that aligned with my career goals, which led to being hired by my target company in Vancouver. Rachel is very knowledgeable about the job market, and her HR insight made a real difference throughout the process. I would definitely recommend working with her.
Andrew M.
B2B Sales Consultant
Job Search · Vancouver
★★★★★ 5.0
Working with my career coach has completely transformed the way I see myself professionally. She has helped me communicate more effectively and document my contributions clearly and in a structured way. As a result I am more confident at work, her guidance has been crucial for my growth. What stands out to me the most is how genuinely she cares. She teaches with clarity, patience, and heart. I am truly grateful for her mentorship and for the positive transformation she has brought to my career.
Erika L.
Associate Project Manager at SROA Capital
Lead Your Career · USA
★★★★★ 5.0
Rachel is very bright and talented at what she does. With her coaching we were able to identify latent soft skills and articulate them from a different perspective from the how tech leaders identify and communicate their strengths and accomplishments. Rachel's ability to hone in on specific areas irrespective of domain makes her a gem in the industry.
Eli H.
Tech Leader, Vision to Roadmap to Refactor
Lead Your Career · Vancouver
★★★★★ 5.0
My project was initially to get clarity in my present career as a Recruiter. Then during our sessions together, I've found out a dormant desire of mine to become a nutritionist. So, I opened up with her and she was happy to accommodate the changes in my process and quick to restructure our sessions together. Rachel is attentive, insightful, flexible, and I'd recommend her services for anyone who has a clear pathway in mind as well as someone like me who is in the midst. It's a game changer.
Isabella F.
Executive Recruiter, North America
Lead Your Career · USA
★★★★★ 5.0
Working with Rachel during my job search was truly a game changer. She's incredibly supportive, easy to talk to, and consistently offers thoughtful, practical advice. Her guidance helped me gain clarity and confidence during a time that can often feel overwhelming. After this experience, I honestly wouldn't go through a job search alone again. I highly recommend working with her!
Andrea A.
eCommerce and Digital Experience, SEO
Job Search · Montreal, Canada

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