Guided Ascent Career Coaching - Darien, Connecticut

Aarya R.

I had an amazing time working with Curtis back in college when I was trying to figure out the best career path for me. I still carry most of the advice he gave me with me today. What really stands out to me about Curtis is that he genuinely wants you to succeed. He'll show you how to make the best use of the resources you have and help you recognize your strengths—sometimes before you even realize them yourself. He’s great at helping you figure out how to make the most of those strengths, and I’m super grateful for all the support and guidance he has given me.

Leslie Q.

I had the pleasure of having Curtis as a career coach in my senior year of college. He provided detailed and relevant advice specific to my career path, which helped me navigate my interviews with more confidence. Curtis was also very easy to reach out to and made scheduling meetings for resume overview and interview prep a breeze. It's clear that he genuinely cared about my success and the success of all of his students. Highly recommend his services!

Cailey M.

I had an outstanding experience working with Curtis Butler from Guided Ascent. Curtis was incredibly helpful, providing personalized advice that made a huge difference in my job search. He helped me refine my resume, ensuring it showcased my strengths effectively, and shared invaluable techniques to improve my job applications.

Curtis’s guidance was practical, insightful, and tailored to my goals, giving me the tools and confidence I needed to stand out to employers. Thanks to his expertise, I feel much more prepared to navigate the job market successfully.

I highly recommend Curtis Butler and Guided Ascent to anyone looking for professional, results-driven career support!

Jake B.

Curtis is an incredibly helpful career coach.

He assisted me along every step in my process, including resume/cover letter revision, interview prep, and more.

The thing that sets Curtis apart is his willingness to engage in repeated one-on-one meetings and his commitment to guide mentees step-by-step through projects/interviews.

Additionally, Curtis possesses hands-on experience, coming from the upper echelons of finance, which gives him unique insight regarding what employers are looking for in a new hire.

There is no better mentor to spend your time with!!

Thank you for everything, Curtis.

Ben G.

Curtis is an incredible career coach who immediately makes you feel supported and understood. He’s insightful, kind, and has a natural talent for highlighting your strengths while giving actionable advice that helps you move forward. What I appreciated most is how he listens deeply, pulls out the key points from what you’re saying, and keeps the conversation focused so you don’t get lost in the details. He’s never condescending, and his decades of experience shine through in the calm, wise, and practical guidance he offers. Curtis is the kind of person you always wish you could talk to more because of how grounded and insightful he is. Working with him has been a game-changer for my career.

Ryan M.

Curtis Butler, the lead coach from Guided Ascent, was super helpful in improving my approach to the interview process and ultimately landing a competitive summer internship in New York City. The coaching is more than just a resume review; rather, it's a full-scale, personally tailored process designed to make you the best possible candidate, from your resume to the way you approach questions in interviews. He helps home in on your skills and story and how you can make the most of who you are. For students looking to improve their job search outcomes, I can’t imagine a better coach and mentor

Steven P.

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Curtis Butler at Guided Ascent Career Coaching, and the experience has been truly transformative. Unlike typical career counselors who might rush through sessions, Curtis invests genuine time and energy into understanding you as a person—your strengths, abilities, and overall potential.

His approach goes beyond career coaching; it’s about personal discovery. Through our sessions, I gained invaluable insights into myself, which not only shaped my job search strategy but also changed the way I view my career as a whole.
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Update: I'm thrilled to share that I recently landed a full-time role, and I couldn’t have done it without the skills and confidence I gained from working with Curtis. His guidance helped me navigate the job market with clarity and purpose, and I’m incredibly grateful for his support every step of the way.

If you’re looking for a career coach who truly cares and will empower you to reach your goals, I cannot recommend Curtis and Guided Ascent Career Coaching enough!