Your graduate earned the degree.
Now it's time to build the career.
Graduation is a remarkable milestone—but for many families, it's also the beginning of an unexpected transition.
Today's graduates are entering an AI-powered job market that demands far more than a degree. They need the confidence to articulate their value, build professional relationships, and navigate a world of work that's changing faster than ever.
Without a clear strategy, many graduates spend months—sometimes close to a year—applying for jobs, second-guessing themselves, and losing valuable momentum. The cost isn't just time. It's delayed confidence, delayed income, and a slower transition to independent adulthood.
LaunchU was created to change that.
Through a structured, accelerated, high-touch, ten-week coaching experience, we help graduates recognize and articulate their professional identity, communicate their value with confidence, and learn to use AI as a thoughtful partner—not a shortcut.
The result is more than a successful job search.
It's a confident young professional who knows how to navigate an evolving career with clarity and purpose.
And perhaps just as importantly, LaunchU takes the career conversation off your dinner table—so you can return to the role your graduate needs most.
Parent.
Does this sound like your graduate?
They're working hard—but don't have a clear direction or know how to talk about what they have to offer.
They've applied for jobs but receive little feedback, leaving them discouraged and unsure what to do differently.
They know networking is important, but they're uncomfortable asking for help or don't know where to begin.
They seem overwhelmed by the job search and struggle to maintain momentum from week to week.
Conversations about their career have become stressful—for them, for you, or for both of you.
You know they're capable, but their confidence doesn't yet reflect their potential.
If you recognize your graduate in this list, you're not alone. These aren't signs of laziness or a lack of ambition—they're common symptoms of one of life's biggest transitions. The good news is that with the right guidance, this period of uncertainty can become a foundation for lasting confidence and independence.
The LaunchU investment
For many families, the investment in LaunchU dramatically accelerates their transition from student to professional while staving off both the visible and hidden costs of a delayed launch.
Results:
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The House Builder’s Guide™
An accelerated, 10-week guided framework that helps graduates build clarity, confidence, and momentum—through structured exercises, personalized coaching, AI-powered research, and strategic action to launch.
By the end of 10 weeks and seven 1:1 coaching sessions graduates can expect:
2–3 Validated Career Paths— Career directions they've researched, tested, and intentionally chosen—giving them confidence to rule opportunities in or out.
A Professional Narrative™ — A compelling story that helps professors, family friends, recruiters, and hiring managers immediately understand who they are, what they bring, and how they can help.
An AI Career Builder Portfolio — A collection of AI-supported projects, case studies, and examples that demonstrate their curiosity, initiative, and ability to work alongside emerging technology.
A Recruiter-Ready LinkedIn Profile — A professional presence that reflects their identity, communicates their value, and increases their visibility to recruiters and hiring managers.
A Strategic Networking Plan — A personalized networking strategy with meaningful contacts, thoughtful outreach, and conversations that open doors—not just grow their connections.
A Personal Board of Advisors — Three to five trusted professionals who can provide perspective, encouragement, introductions, and guidance throughout their early career.
Evidence-Based Confidence —The ability to confidently articulate their strengths, interests, and value because they're grounded in evidence—not guesswork.
A Career Decision-Making Framework — A repeatable process for evaluating opportunities, navigating career pivots, and making thoughtful professional decisions throughout their life.
A Professional Community — Meaningful relationships with peers, mentors, and professionals who will continue to inform, encourage, and open doors long after the program ends.
Professional Momentum — The confidence and structure to replace uncertainty with purposeful action, helping them shorten the distance between graduation and meaningful work.
A 90-Day Career Launch Plan — A practical roadmap with clear weekly priorities so they always know their next best step.
Let’s Get to Work!
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1:1 coaching is suited for the job seeker who may benefit from 1:1 guided conversations that allow them to ask questions, test assumptions, refine their brand, prep for interviews, stay accountable and any variety of career-related needs.
Each session begins with a goal and ends with a debrief.
Equally importantly, tailored coaching hours help graduates avoid the hidden costs of a delayed launch or launching alone:
Months of uncertainty
Lost momentum
Delayed professional experience
Delayed earnings
Eroding confidence
As a coach, my role is to bridge the gap between where they are now and where you want to be.
Are You Ready to Partner in Their Launch?
The transition from student to professional is the most critical "rebranding" your child will ever undergo. Let’s provide them with an accelerated guide to build their unique identity—equipping them with the evidence, the narrative, and the agency required to capture meaningful opportunities in an uncertain market.
The Parent Experience
“There’s an assumption that when your children graduate from college and are 22 years old, they are educated, independent, and ready to ‘conquer the world.’ However, for my children, it took them a beat.
After Sheilah had so beautifully guided me in my ‘post-child-rearing chapter’ (her NextLaunch program) to start a new career, I decided she was the right person to help guide my daughter, Madeline. And she did just that.
She helped Madeline understand who she was, her strengths, and what she had to offer any job. She helped Madeline cast a wide net in a few targeted professional areas. With the confidence that Sheilah gave her, she ended up taking a job that was not at all what she had majored in or what she was originally applying for. However, three years and three promotions later, she is soaring.”
—Holly B.
“Sheilah was a godsend when my 23-year-old son was looking for a job. We weren’t familiar with the corporate or nonprofit landscape, so we couldn’t help. Sheilah, with her extensive experience and vast network, knew exactly how to coach him. It was such a relief to have my son in such good hands! Sheilah expertly guided him through interview prep and resume writing, knowing exactly which qualities and experiences to amplify. She was also able to connect him with people in different fields while he was exploring what exactly he wanted to do. He had been looking for work for 8 months with no luck; with Sheilah’s help, he found his dream job in two months.”
—Lisa R.
