HR Advisory Services for organizations. Coaching for you.

Strategic HR guidance for organizations. Career coaching for professionals navigating change with clarity and confidence.

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More Than Traditional HR Consulting

At Connect to HR, we go beyond traditional HR consulting. Clients rely on us as trusted HR advisors and coaches who bring practical guidance, thoughtful perspective, and strategic partnership during important business and career decisions.

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Career Coaching Certifications:

SPCC
Sr. Professional Career Coach

SHRM-SCP
Senior Certified Professional

HR Certifications:

HRCI
HR Certification Institute

SPRC
Sr. Professional Resilience Coach

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Support for Individuals & Organizations

Career Coaching

Individualized coaching to clarify direction, sharpen your story, and build a focused, executable action plan to make it happen. Hands-on support and accountability to create momentum & measurable results.

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HR Advisory

HR advisory services for organizations with internal HR presences, partnering with leaders to align people strategy, manage change, and deliver practical, implementable next steps.

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Career Coaching Client Testimonials

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    “I learned to stay focused on what I value, uncover strengths I’d minimized, and present myself confidently. I was hired by a company I’d pursued for eight months.”

    — A. Gamboa

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    “Michelle is an exceptional listener who genuinely cares about her clients’ success. Her extensive experience in HR and deep understanding of the industry were evident in every season.”

    — G. Nunez

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    “Michelle's unique combination of HR expertise and coaching gave me a fresh perspective. She helped me recognize my strengths and develop a strategy aligned with my goals and values.”

    — J. Leli

HR Advisory Client Testimonials

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    "Michelle has been a trusted HR partner to our fully remote international team. Her guidance has strengthened our organization and streamlined key HR processes."

    — D. Funnel, Chief of Staff, Team4Tech

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    “Michelle quickly got up to speed, supported my team, and kept everything running smoothly while I was on leave. She was absolutely critical to making that time away possible."

    — M. Molina, Senior Vice President, Head of People & Culture, Veritas Investments

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    "Michelle is someone we rely on and value as part of our extended team, and we continue to turn to her for experienced HR guidance.”

    — Co-owners F. Fonseca & G. Borello, New Path Landscape

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