Start Where You Are: Creating Career Clarity in Climate Without Starting Over
Overwhelmed by options? You’re not alone. For mid-career professionals switching into climate, the hardest part isn’t motivation—it’s knowing where to begin.
The fear of wasting time on the wrong path, or endlessly scrolling job boards, can keep you stuck in place. In this interactive session, you’ll learn how to get clarity on your personal career criteria, uncover jobs you don’t even know exist yet, and take action with a step-by-step approach that actually works.
No fluff, no overwhelm—just a practical way forward to find meaningful work that fits.
Andy Nelson is a career coach and climate advocate dedicated to helping mid-career professionals transition into meaningful, planet-positive careers. He is the Founder of The Positive Career Coach, a climate career coaching and green workforce development service.
With over 20 years of experience in management consulting (Accenture, CitiGroup), startup leadership (Mavens), and climate tech (Altruistiq), Andy uniquely blends strategic insight with innovative coaching methods tailored to professionals seeking purpose-driven work.
Andy’s expertise lies in using design-thinking principles to help clients define their career criteria, strategically narrow their focus, build influential networks, and craft compelling personal narratives. His structured, action-oriented approach has empowered senior professionals, including C-suite executives, to navigate the complexities of climate-focused career transitions with clarity and confidence.
Andy is also a sought-after speaker, inspiring audiences with actionable frameworks and fresh perspectives on career reinvention. He has led successful cohort-based programs for professionals making the leap into sustainability and climate work, earning a reputation for blending empathy with action to deliver real results.
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