Autism & AuDHD WorkLife Coach
Job Search and Career Strategies for Neurodivergent Professionals
Get Focused.
Move Forward.
Lead with Your Strengths.
Hello, I’m Marci Shaffer.
I’m a successful job search and career coaching expert specialized in supporting autistic and neurodivergent individuals. Finding a career that truly fits can be challenging, especially for neurodivergent professionals where fit with environment is critical. I’m here to help you navigate that journey.
I’ll partner with you to uncover your strengths, understand your needs, and identify ideal career paths. My experience across diverse work environments allows me to provide practical guidance and support, ensuring you find success and satisfaction.
I understand the challenges that come with a career mismatch. Together, we’ll develop practical strategies that work for you. We’ll focus on building upon your unique strengths, celebrating your individuality, and creating a path where you can truly shine.
Professional Background
Decades-long career expertise in career consulting and job search strategy, with a focus on helping early- to mid-career professionals navigate complex career transitions, refine their job search approach, and build confidence in their career direction.
Specialized support for neurodivergent professionals, including those who identify as autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, or living with related cognitive differences — helping clients translate their unique strengths into tangible career success.
Neurodiversity and mental health advocacy, regularly sharing insights and resources about workplace inclusion, self-advocacy, and authentic professional identity on LinkedIn with a growing community of thousands of followers.
Strengths-based coaching philosophy rooted in practical strategy, guiding clients to uncover what environments, roles, and communication styles help them thrive rather than simply “fit in.”
Areas of Expertise
- Identifying the Right-Fit Job, Manager & Work Environment
- Job Search Strategy that is right for you
- Interview Preparation
- Resume, LinkedIn & Personal Brand Development
- Executive Functioning & Workplace Success Skills
- Career Transition & Outplacement Coaching
- Self-Advocacy & Confidence Building
- College-to-Career Transition Support
Education & Certification
M.S., Human Resources – Northeastern University, Boston, MA
B.S., Communication Disorders – University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA
Certified Professional Coach (CPC) – iPEC Coaching
Certified Career Management Transition Coach
Neurodiversity Informed Coaching Approach
Designed for flexibility and comprehensive support, coaching sessions are virtual. Here’s what a typical arrangement looks like:
We begin by understanding your strengths, challenges, and career goals.
From there, we build practical strategies — whether that’s refining your resume, preparing for interviews, navigating workplace dynamics, or developing systems that support executive functioning.
Throughout the process, you’ll gain tools, language, and confidence so you can move forward with clarity and self-trust.
Consistent Digital Communication: I offer ongoing support through weekly text, email, and phone communication, ensuring you feel supported between sessions, wherever you are.
My Strengths as a Coach
Empathy.
People who work with me — especially autistic and ADHD professionals or those managing anxiety and depression — feel seen, understood, and supported through strengths-based coaching.
Seeing the you in “you.”
Even when you can’t see it, I recognize unique strengths, including those that may come from being autistic or managing anxiety and depression, and help you appreciate your own abilities.
Guidance and Mapping.
I help you see where you are on your life and career map, so you can find solid ground and then go for what matters, step by step. I provide executive functioning support, which is especially helpful for autistic individuals or those dealing with anxiety and depression, guiding you to take manageable steps forward.
Making Networking Work.
I offer networking strategies tailored to your comfort zone (it is possible) and make social connections less overwhelming.
Getting You Unstuck.
Whether you’re autistic, ADHD, AuDHD or neurotypical, I help you identify barriers and move forward with confidence through strengths-based, neurodiversity-informed coaching.
