Choosing the right career coach can save months of drift, ensuring momentum, clarity and results in your search. Here's what you need to consider.
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The advantage in your next move
For leaders and professionals who want the right role — not just the next one.
I bring discreet, focused support grounded in real hiring insight.
Together, we’ll target the opportunities others can’t see, position you as the clear choice and move faster towards the role you want.
How We Get You Hired
A faster, sharper, more strategic search.
Clarity & Control
Move from scattered, slow applications to a precise plan that puts you in command of your next move.
Hidden Job Market Access
Connect directly with the decision-makers behind roles you’ll never see on job boards.
Compelling Positioning
Present your CV, LinkedIn and story so you’re seen as the obvious choice for top-tier roles.
Momentum & Results
Build traction fast and land the role you want — not just the one that happens to be available.
How we get you there
A faster, sharper, more strategic search.
Clarity & Control
Move from scattered, slow applications to a precise plan that puts you in command of your next move.
Hidden Job Market Access
Connect directly with the decision-makers behind roles you’ll never see on job boards.
Compelling Positioning
Present your CV, LinkedIn and story so you’re seen as the obvious choice for top-tier roles.
Momentum & Results
Build traction fast and land the role you want — not just the one that happens to be available.
Success Stories
“Before I was hesitant… Now I feel much more confident approaching people.”
Jenna, Immunologist
“This has completely changed my job search.”
Bill, VP
“Since I’ve taken the programme, I’m more confident… This has been a massive difference.”
Tony, Consultant
“My confidence level has increased because I know now how to present myself.”
Robert, Senior Director
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Results that speak for themselves
23
days
Median time to first interview
80
%
Secure interviews within four weeks
65
%
Start while employed
Tech | Biopharma | Finance | Consulting | Consumer | Medtech
Tech, Biopharma, Finance, Consulting, Consumer, Medtech
Your journey to results
Every step guided by Custom Al tools, Playbooks, Slide Decks and On-Demand Support between sessions.
Set Direction
Defining your goals and ideal roles. Understand what you bring to the market.
Stand Out
Transform CV, Linkedin and positioning to reflect your true value
Pinpoint Opportunities
Identify the companies and leaders who need to know you.
Reach The Right People
Learn to enter the hidden job market with confidence and tact.
Win The Room
Prepare for any interview, including presentations, C-suite & investors.
Step Into The Role
Negotiate, exit and transition confidently into the new role.
GPTs
Slide Decks
Playbooks
On-demand
Templates
Powering Your Results
Great career moves don’t happen by chance.
They’re built on a clear, proven framework.
The Basel Method starts by sharpening how you position yourself and your value — then guides every step until the right doors open.
It’s the reason my clients move faster, with clarity and confidence.
Does this feel familiar?
✔ You’ve built a strong career — but your next move isn’t falling into place like it used to
✔ You’ve got the experience — but you’re not getting traction
✔ You’ve updated your CV, fine-tuned LinkedIn — but headhunters still aren’t calling
✔ You’re open to support — but it has to be sharp, fast and grounded in reality
✔ You don’t want theory or another coach — you want a CoPilot who delivers results
You’re in the right place.
What Stands Out For Clients
“John is brilliant. He isn’t a coach in the typical sense — he builds the CV and the networking plan for you.”
Cristina, HR BP
“You have a personal mentor who has worked in the job search industry for a long time.”
Bill, VP, Commercial
“The biggest difference is that…this is from someone with real experience in the market.”
Robert, Senior Director
“The networking approach we built is not just finding me hidden roles, it’s creating new ones.”
Steven, Director
“Having access to support with my networking between sessions is invaluable.”
F.E., VP AI & Digital
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When your next move has to count
I’ve spent over 15 years inside the hiring process, placing senior professionals into roles at some of the world’s most respected companies.
I know how decisions are made — and how to position you so the right people say yes.
This is practical, hands-on support to help you access the opportunities that fit you best.
Choose your path forward
Career Catalyst
In three focused sessions, define your value, sharpen your positioning and leave with a CV that gets you noticed.
From CHF 1,495
Career Accelerator
In six sessions, raise your profile, connect directly with decision-makers and uncover opportunities in the hidden job market.
From CHF 2,995
Executive Co-Pilot
Concierge-level support for senior professionals — discreet, flexible and done-for-you.
From CHF 4,995
Unsure or have one challenge to solve?
From goal-setting to salary negotiation – get focused support and a personalised playbook.
Precision Session – CHF 295
All programmes are offered to a limited number of clients at any one time, ensuring high-touch, focused support.
In Their Own Words
Real Results
“I wasn’t sure what to expect and I was sceptical. After completing the programme, I never expected my biggest challenge would be choosing between 12 interview requests in one month!”
Greg Bryant, Commercial Leader
Catalyst
“After six months of near silence with my old CV, my new one landed me an interview within four days — at one of the biggest biopharma companies in the world for a Medical Affairs role.”
Ellie Nicholls, PhD, Scientist
Accelerator
“You helped me articulate who I am professionally. Your transparent and compassionate approach helped me secure my dream role.”
Alison Waterfield, Marketing Manager
Catalyst
“With the CV, there’s no second-guessing anymore and a low-maintenance plan to follow for each application — it simply works, and businesses love it.”
Cristina Palma Horta, Global HR BP
Accelerator
“My value proposition to the VC community is exceptional, and now they are chasing me again.”
CFO, Tech, Zürich
Precision
“What you achieved with my CV and confidence levels in a short space of time is simply outstanding. Interviewing externally is a kind-of bonus!”
Director PhD, MBA, Basel
Accelerator
“You have done so much more for me than I anticipated. Your personal connections opened doors to important people.”
CEO: $2Bn+ deals, Basel
Co-Pilot
“I’d never thought about my approach to my career in the way that you do, and you’ve shown me how to frame my story for every audience.”
General Counsel, Tech & Biopharma, London
Co-Pilot
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