I’ve spent 15 years in delivery, moving from Junior Project Manager to Agile Leader. I’ve seen teams thrive under pressure, and I’ve watched projects crumble under “Zombie Scrum” (ceremonies with no outcomes, metrics without meaning, and leaders who mistake activity for progress).

That’s when it clicked: the gap between a “good” Scrum Master and a “great” one is not more theory. It’s influence, stakeholder navigation, and value delivery.

Why I Started Agile Career Forge

I built Agile Career Forge to bridge the gap between knowing the rules and winning the game today.

Whether you’re:

a newly certified / aspiring Scrum Master or PO chasing your first role, or
a 2–5 year practitioner targeting senior scope and higher compensation, or
a lead-level leader aiming for enterprise influence,

…my job is to give you the strategy, assets, and presence recruiters and hiring managers reward.

My Approach

Individual over process: Your path is unique. Your plan should be too.
Execution over talk: I ship real assets: resume + LinkedIn, interview stories, and leadership presence.
Continuous improvement: Your career is your most important product. I iterate until it performs.

In high-stakes product delivery, certifications are the baseline. What wins $150k+ roles and higher-scope opportunities is your ability to lead under pressure, align stakeholders, and drive outcomes when the system is messy.

If you're ready to stop competing on certifications and start competing on credibility — let's talk. Book a free 15-minute discovery call and we'll identify exactly where your positioning is costing you opportunities.

Book a FREE 15-minute Discovery Call.

Foundation Sprint

You have the experience. The problem is how it's being communicated. The Foundation Sprint rebuilds your resume and LinkedIn from the ground up so recruiters stop scrolling past you — and start reaching out. This package also includes AI-assisted positioning analysis to identify gaps faster, sharpen your resume and LinkedIn strategy, and reduce revision cycles

Includes:

ATS-optimized resume (2 revision rounds)
LinkedIn full rewrite — headline,
About & Experience sections
Interview prep & STAR framework
First-role positioning strategy
Sprint Goals after every session
Email support between sessions
30-day post-engagement check-in
ACF Resume Asset Pack included
AI-assisted role targeting and keyword positioning analysis
4 sessions

Most clients see recruiter outreach within 2–3 weeks of their rewrite going live.
Investment: $795

Senior Acceleration

You're ready for the next level — but your materials and your story aren't getting you there. Senior Acceleration gives you the documents, the coaching, and the positioning strategy to land senior roles at higher compensation, faster. It also includes AI-assisted market and positioning analysis to strengthen senior-level storytelling, improve visibility, and accelerate strategic targeting.

Includes:

Everything in Foundation Sprint — strong resume and LinkedIn as your foundation
Advanced resume — senior SM/PO
titles (3 revision rounds)
LinkedIn full optimization &
keyword visibility strategy
Salary negotiation & anchoring
Stakeholder influence coaching
Senior interview mastery (panel, behavioral & situational)
AI-assisted senior-market targeting and visibility analysis
8 sessions

Clients targeting senior roles typically land interviews within 30 days.
Investment: $1,495

Lead Mastery

At the director, coaching, or consulting level, documents alone won't get you there. Lead Mastery is a full brand and positioning build — so executive recruiters find you, decision-makers remember you, and the market understands exactly what you bring.

Includes:

Everything in Senior Acceleration — fully built foundation
Resume & LinkedIn — unlimited revisions
Executive presence & C-suite influence
AI-assisted executive positioning and Agile strategy advisory
Portfolio mgmt — OKRs, roadmaps
Personal brand & thought leadership
Executive compensation negotiation
60-min Strategy Deep Dive 12 sessions
Priority 24-hr email support

Client Handoff Pack at completionfessionals who want to be found — not just ready when they apply.
Investment: $2,495

Career Strategy Session

If you've been applying without traction — or you're not sure where to start — this session cuts straight to the problem. In 45 minutes, you'll know exactly what's holding your search back and what to do about it. The session also uses AI-assisted pattern recognition to surface positioning gaps, market alignment issues, and missed opportunities more quickly.

Includes:

A 45-minute session focused entirely on your situation — no generic advice
Immediate feedback on what your resume and LinkedIn are doing wrong right now
A written action plan so you leave with clarity, not just a good conversation
Clear next steps matched to your timeline so you know exactly what to do this week
AI-assisted positioning gap analysis and opportunity mapping

Best for: Professionals who are stuck, frustrated with their search, or not sure which package is right — and want a clear diagnosis before committing to anything.

Investment: $147

Outcome Metrics Makeover

A well-written resume that doesn't show measurable impact gets ignored. This audit goes line by line through your resume and shows you exactly how to quantify your experience — so hiring managers see the business value you deliver, not just the tasks you performed. It also includes AI-assisted impact pattern analysis to help identify where your experience can be quantified, clarified, and better aligned to target roles.

Includes:

A line-by-line audit that identifies every bullet that's costing you credibility
An annotated document with exact rewrite guidance — so you know what to change and how
Role-specific impact language examples you can use immediately
AI-assisted impact and achievement language analysis

Best for: Agile professionals who want to know exactly what's wrong with their resume — and how to fix it — without committing to a full package.

Investment: $247

2026 Agile Career Forge: Frequently Asked Questions

Agile Career Forge: Frequently Asked Questions

Q: I already have a CSM or PSM certification. Why do I need coaching?

A: A certification proves you know the rules. Coaching ensures you know how to win the game. Most certifications do not teach you how to handle stakeholder politics, navigate today's AI-augmented hiring environment, or negotiate a $150K+ salary. The professionals landing elite roles are not out-certifying the competition — they are out-positioning them. That is exactly where I focus.

Q: What makes Agile Career Forge different from other career coaches?

A: Most career coaches are generalists. I work exclusively with Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Agile professionals — which means I understand the actual work, the market dynamics, and what hiring managers at that level are really evaluating. You will not spend time explaining what a retrospective is or why your delivery metrics matter. We get straight to the positioning work that moves the needle.

Q: What does coaching cost?

A: Services start at $795 for the Foundation Sprint and go up to $2,495 for Lead Mastery. Each tier is designed for a different stage of career growth, from establishing a stronger foundation to pursuing senior and lead-level roles. Payment plans are available for the Senior Acceleration and Lead Mastery tiers. The best starting point is the free 15-minute discovery call — I will recommend the option that matches your goals, timeline, and where you are right now.

Q: Do you offer a job guarantee?

A: No ethical coach can guarantee a specific company will hire you. What I do guarantee is this: if you complete all sessions and assignments and do not receive at least two new interview requests within 60 days, I will provide additional resume and LinkedIn review sessions at no cost until you do. My commitment is to your results, not just the work product.

Q: How do the sessions work?

A: All sessions are conducted via Zoom. They are focused, high-value working sessions — not lectures. You will leave each one with specific next actions tied directly to your resume, LinkedIn, interview readiness, or career strategy. The work between sessions is where most of the transformation happens, and I will hold you accountable to it.

Q: How long does the process take?

A: It depends on your starting point, your goals, and how quickly you move through the work. Most clients see meaningful progress — stronger materials, clearer positioning, and increased interview activity — within four to eight weeks. Clients who need deeper strategy work or are targeting senior and lead-level roles typically benefit from a longer engagement. We will set clear expectations during your discovery call based on your specific situation.

Q: What if I am not sure which tier is right for me?

A: That is exactly what the free discovery call is for. Most clients come in knowing they need help but unsure where to start. In 15 minutes, I can identify where your positioning is breaking down and recommend the path that gives you the highest return on the time and investment. There is no pressure and no pitch — just an honest conversation about where you are and where you want to go.

Q: Can I use my company's professional development budget for this?

A: Absolutely. Many of my Senior Acceleration and Lead Mastery clients have their coaching fully funded through their employer's learning and development budget. I can provide a professional syllabus and invoice to help you get internal approval from your HR or L&D department. If this is something you want to explore, mention it on the discovery call and I will walk you through what that typically looks like.

Q: Do you offer payment plans?

A: Yes. Monthly installment options are available for the Senior Acceleration and Lead Mastery tiers to make the investment manageable. Specific payment plan details are confirmed after the discovery call based on the service, timeline, and your situation.

Q: Who is this NOT a good fit for?

A: I work best with professionals who are ready to do the work — not just talk about it. If you are looking for someone to hand you a template and call it coaching, this is not the right fit. If you are serious about competing for stronger roles, earning what your experience is worth, and building the kind of credibility that gets you pulled into bigger opportunities — that is exactly who I built this for.

Still have a question? [Book a free 15-minute discovery call] and let's talk through it directly.

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