Calling all women in Pharma/Biotech:

Ready to overcome your top career challenges, become a sought-after leader, and advance your career?

Schedule a private consultation to get a clear path forward on how you can reach your career goals.

Coaching Will Transform Your Career in Pharma / Biotech

This is a custom and personalized experience to your career and goals. Here are some of the areas my clients commonly work on:

Design Your Unique Career Path

Be certain in your career path and set yourself up to get a new job or promotion on your timeline.

Know exactly what role(s), companies, and cultures are best suited for your talents and ambitions

Drive your career forward, cutting your career growth time in half by having a strategic career plan that tells you exactly what steps to take

Get a new job, promotion, or even a role created for you by tapping into the hidden doors that exist to advance your BioPharma career

Get ready to build the communication and self-advocacy skills you need to solve any career problem you have and receive any opportunity you desire. You’ll be able to…

Confidently interview in a way that positions you as the best candidate (even if you don’t meet 100% of the job descriptions)

Get your exciting ideas seen, heard, and approved by key stakeholders

Feel confident with scientists to the C-Suite with influencing and communication skills that get you noticed (and heard)

Communicate Like A Leader

Feel confident and highly competent in your ability to navigate an increase or shift in responsibilities. You’ll be able to…

Leadership Development to Advance Your Career

Increase trust, cooperation, and productivity within your team - even if you’re managing direct reports for the first time

Lead project teams and direct reports where people listen to you and follow through, even if you don't like them or they are a poor performer

Be seen as a top pick for senior leadership roles (and succession plans) because of your ability to communicate, collaborate, and lead objectives forward

Whether you’re entering a new role or want to reshape your current one, you’ll know what actions to take so you can spend your energy effectively. You’ll be able to…

Reshape Your Role for More Joy & Fulfillment

Learn how to work less and delegate more so you can advance your career without overworking

Know what to do to stop having to compensate for another team member not pulling their weight

Be able to make a “business case” for the role or responsibilities you want and get the “yes” from your boss

Ready to double your earning and leadership potential?

Focusing on leadership development will position you as the top pick for senior roles, cut your career growth timeline in half, and set you up for long-term success. 

Let's make it happen together.

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I'm Melissa Lawrence

As a Certified Career & Leadership Coach, I am on a mission to help women in the industry experience more joy, fulfillment, and recognition for their work. 

Inside coaching, you’ll be coached by me, someone who has led Talent & Development in AstraZeneca - one of the top 8 Pharma companies in the world. 


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I have a Masters in Organizational Psychology and Bachelors in Communication, and I’ve been helping women in the industry design their unique career path and excel as leaders for over 4 years. I'm a host of the podcast for women in the sciences, Your Worthy Career.

I understand the insider paths to success and the true reasons behind missed opportunities and unrecognized efforts. I’ll use this knowledge to coach you on how to be successful in your new role, stand out as a leader, and excel in your new people management role. 

Through personalized coaching, I’ve guided numerous clients to achieve significant career milestones, promotions, opportunities, and meaningful personal growth. 

This is a luxurious and private space where you’ll get right to the heart of what’s in the way of your career growth - and we’ll make a custom plan to overcome your top challenges and bring your dream career to life.

I can’t wait to support you in having a fulfilling and rewarding career - without having to work more hours or ever settle for “good enough”. 

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Angie cut her career growth timeline in half and went from Manager to Senior Director in 3.5 years.

"I cannot overstate the impact that career coaching has had on my growth. After working with Melissa as a career coach, I have been able to navigate the complexities of the BioPharma industry with confidence and clarity. Her guidance has not only helped me secure multiple promotions since coaching but has also equipped me with the skills and personal mindset required to excel in each new role I have obtained. I am truly grateful for Melissa, her support, and her insights; I highly recommend her services to anyone ready to take accountability and advance their own career."

Here’s what past coaching clients have to say…

Kenyatta regained her confidence, got clarity on her next career move, and up-leveled the skills she has to offer.

"I was surprised how relatable and spot on Melissa's coaching style, content, and tools were helpful in coaching me. Coaching totally changed how I value and honor myself and the skills I have to offer. I regained my confidence, my life is more balanced, and I got clarity on my next career move. I highly recommend Melissa to anyone in the biopharmaceutical industry that feels stuck, in need of reset, or wanting to advance their career. She is a must have for a life changing experience."

-Kenyatta

Michelle had a new role created for her and a year later was promoted to Senior Director.

"Working with Melissa has helped me to gain focus in my career path 
and grow in my leadership development. I found greater job satisfaction and used the information to transition into a position that more closely aligned with my passions. Melissa also coached me through navigating challenging relationships and tackling negative thoughts. I highly recommend working with Melissa!"

-Michelle

Swathi upgraded her communication skills and moved out of the lab and into Alliance Management

"After coaching with Melissa, my heart is filled with gratitude and deep gratification that I took the leap of faith with the career coaching process. Working with Melissa, I now understand my work style, and equipped with the tools to be effective with other work styles; know my anchor points for success in the chosen career path; successfully transitioned into business and management space with great excitement for what is to come. Best ROI for investment on self!"

-Swathi

-Angie

Jen had her dream role created for her after hearing "no".

"I had the opportunity to write a job description for my new role...that would support closing business critical gaps in my organization that also leverages my strengths and passion for strategy deployment and people development. I LOVE IT! You are truly a great coach. I recommend you to anyone who is looking for Career Coaching."

-Jen

Director, Quality

Sr. Director, Manufacturing

Sr. Director, Translational Sciences

Sr. Manager, Alliance Management

Associate Director, Organizational Effectiveness

100% of my clients have achieved the goal 
we set out at the beginning of our time together.

It’s time to get the personalized strategy and support 
you need to have the rewarding career you deserve.

Cristin built her confidence and her leadership skills to create the role she wanted.

"Change is scary. Staying put was scarier.Though I rolled up my sleeves and put a lot of effort into shifting my stubborn mindset, Melissa was the real MVP. Through a series of one-on-one sessions (and homework in between!). Melissa helped me to reframe many of the thoughts and beliefs that kept me from reaching my personal and professional goals and from being happy at work. I've since earned a position in a company that values its employees and promotes a healthy work/life balance."

-Cristin

More Pharma / Biotech Career Wins

Tugba got promoted and moved into a people management role.

"Working with Melissa changed my life! When I met her, I was feeling ready for my next leadership role in the Healthcare Industry. However I did not exactly know where to start. As soon as she assisted me to alígn my goals with my values and passion, all the synchronicities worked together and that dream job found me like magic. Through her empowering sessions, I was able to onboard in my new role successfully, lead my team with confidence and start delivering results in record time. Working with her improved my work-life balance, career fulfillment and time management skills significantly. Hiring you was the best investment that I have ever made. THANK YOU!!!"

-Tugba

Rachel built her confidence and leadership skills to excel in a new leadership role.

"I had a lot of doubt and fear going into a new leadership role. Negative self talk was really a problem for me. The changes I experienced in coaching influenced the entire way that I work and the way that I interact with people, respond to emails, hold meetings, it bleeds into everything.

To go from someone who questioned if I could handle this new level in my career to feeling like I do now: confident and knowing that what I do next in my career isn’t a matter of capability of what I’m able to do but knowing I can do anything has made this process so worth it. The best recommendation I could give would be to refer Melissa to a close personal friend and I would do that without hesitation."

-Rachel

Erin moved into her dream job with a raise and $50,000 sign-on bonus.

"I know what role is right for me. I know I’m exactly where I need to be now.Through coaching with Melissa, I now have confidence in my decisions and my career."

-Erin

Katherine got a new job, promotion, and
sign-on bonus

"Working with Melissa has helped me drive the impact I want to have in my career. I used to be chronically indecisive; now, I make decisions with ease and with confidence in my intuition. I am experiencing unprecedented wins every week. Melissa's unique coaching style has completely transformed the way I show up to (and outside of) work."

-Katherine

Supervisor, Commercial Quality

Global Brand Planner

Sr. Clinical Development Scientist

Sr. Project Manager

QA Specialist III

Apply for coaching today and let’s get you feeling excited and confident about your new or current role - without stress, overwhelm, or overworking.

You’ve already come so far in your career.  Now, it’s time to focus on your development so you can excel in your new or current leadership role, confidently manage your team, and receive more recognition and respect with stakeholders.


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