Discover Meaningful Work
A Career Transition Workbook for Professionals in the Tech Industry
Feeling stuck or unfulfilled in your tech career?
Not sure how to navigate your next career move?
In this practical and empowering workbook, Julia Stegman--certified career coach, former executive recruiter, and tech industry leader with over 30 years of experience--will help you take control of your career and future.
- Identify your strengths, values, and unique capabilities.
- Craft clear, actionable short-term, 2-year, and 5-year career plans.
- Explore meaningful career opportunities inside and beyond the tech industry.
If you're ready to create a fulfilling, intentional career, this workbook will give you the tools, clarity, and confidence to succeed.
Start your journey today-because Mondays should be something to look forward to!
About the Author :
JULIA STEGMAN, CCMC, MBA is a certified career management coach, trained by The Academies for Coaching, Inc. With over thirty years of experience in the technology industry, she has worked as an executive recruiter and spent two decades as an executive at Hewlett-Packard. She also served as Vice President of a research and advisory services practice at the Technology Services Industry Association, where she partnered with leading tech companies. Drawing from her deep industry expertise and proven coaching methodologies, Julia has helped countless professionals successfully navigate career transitions. She is passionate about guiding individuals to uncover their unique talents and apply them toward meaningful, fulfilling work that aligns with their broader life priorities. Julia lives on the Central Coast of California with her husband. She enjoys spending time with her sons and grandchildren as well as tending to her garden.
Review :
"As a 35 year community college technology instructor, I recommend Julia Stegman's highly organized, valuable and inspiring resource. It is an essential guide for learning requirements to prepare for work in technology, as well as advancing into more responsible positions. Through excellently designed exercises she inspires readers to self-analyze to find best-fit positions for their strengths. It's an especially valuable resource for those unsure of requirements and opportunities in technical fields. It would make an excellent text for counseling and guidance courses to prepare and advance students for this and any other industry relying on technology."
- Tom Hersh, Technology Instructor, Orange Coast College & Golden West College
"Julia Stegman's "Discover Meaningful Work" is an invaluable resource for anyone navigating their career-whether you're currently employed, between jobs, or just starting out. The book's easy-to-use exercises, structured around the Five Phases of Career Transition, will help you clarify what truly matters to you, recognize your strengths and areas for growth, assess potential employers, and, most importantly, land a role that truly suits you. Drawing from her extensive experience as a tech executive and career coach, Stegman provides real-world insights and actionable strategies to guide you through career assessments, market research, career path creation, and job search execution. This step-by-step guide is perfect for anyone looking to break free from unfulfilling work and take control of their career, empowering them to build a future they're passionate about."
- Vele Galovski, Distinguished Vice President of Research
"Julia Stegman's book, "Discover Meaningful Work," offers a compassionate guide to help you reconnect with your passions and refocus your career. While I've valued my years in technology, I've recently felt lost, questioning whether there's something more fulfilling beyond the routine. This book provides gentle techniques and exercises to explore your strengths and stay connected to work that brings you joy. It also offers practical advice for transitioning to adjacent industries where your tech experience will be valued. If you're feeling stuck, I encourage you to read this book-it might be the first step toward a more meaningful career. It's never too late to seek what truly resonates with you."
