Interview Like the Executive You Are
Stop rambling. Stop second-guessing. Start sounding like the obvious choice.
Executive Interview Preparation
You’ve led teams. Navigated complexity. Delivered results. Now it’s a high‑stakes executive interview.
You don’t need polish—you need precision.
We cut through the noise so you speak clearly, confidently, and like the obvious choice.
What You’re Probably Thinking
- “I have the experience, but I don’t know how to package it.”
- “I ramble or get too tactical when I tell stories.”
- “I freeze when the panel throws curveball questions.”
- “I don’t know how to explain why I should be the one.”
You’re not alone—and this is exactly what we fix.
Inside the Prep (What You Get)
Two 60‑Minute Coaching Sessions + Between‑Session Work — Session 1: Positioning & stories • Session 2: Rehearsal & delivery
Not a mock interview. These are focused working sessions that produce tangible outcomes:
- Session 1 (60 min): Cut through the noise, clarify positioning, and map a credible, relevant story bank.
- Between sessions: You’ll build out your story bank and practice with targeted tools. This is where the shift happens.
- Session 2 (60 min): Rehearsal, feedback, curveball prep, and delivery polish.
Leave with crisp positioning, a usable story bank, and clear answers for tough moments.
Executive Interview Readiness Workbook — A strategic coaching companion to prep like an executive
This isn’t a worksheet—it’s a strategic coaching companion designed to help you prep like an executive:
- Build a clear story bank using the CDROI framework.
- Map panel dynamics and role alignment prompts.
- Mindset anchors and curveball recovery language.
- Reframes for resume gaps, pivots, or risks.
- Final checklist to walk in calm, clear, and ready.
Resume + Job Description Insight — Lead the conversation, don’t just respond
Send your resume and job description before Session 1. I’ll review them through a strategic lens:
- Your strongest leadership signals and credibility markers.
- Likely questions or concerns interviewers may raise.
- Messaging opportunities so you lead the conversation—not defend the document.
Strategic Interview Brief — Focused notes after Session 1 to accelerate self‑prep
After Session 1, you’ll receive a personalized brief inside your workbook:
- 3–5 strategic themes from the job description.
- Notes on your strongest alignment areas.
- Draft panelist assumptions (if applicable).
- Story bank starter cues from our session.
Keeps your self‑prep focused and efficient.
Limited weekly availability • Book now to lock in your spot
How It Works
- Book your prep. You’ll get a confirmation email with your workbook link.
- Upload resume + JD. I review for leadership signals and alignment themes.
- Two focused 60‑minute sessions. Session 1: positioning + stories. Between sessions: targeted assignments to build your story bank and practice. Session 2: rehearsal + delivery.
Need scheduling flexibility? We’ll make it work.
The CDROI™ Framework
At this level, the STAR framework isn’t enough. Executives hire based on how you think—not just what you did.
The CDROI™ framework is the backbone of this prep. It ensures your answers sound like leadership, not task lists.
- Context: Why did this moment matter?
- Decision: What leadership call did you make?
- Risk: What was at stake? What tradeoffs did you weigh?
- Outcome: What changed as a result?
- Impact: Why it mattered to the business, client, team, or culture.
Not for Everyone — by Design
This service is for executives (or soon‑to‑be executives) preparing for interviews where:
- Strategic leadership, not just task execution, is the focus.
- Panel interviews, business cases, or enterprise‑level conversations are expected.
- You’re expected to influence across functions, not just within your team.
If your context is different, reach out—I’ll point you to a better fit.
Investment
Two 60‑minute sessions + workbook + tools.
Resume/JD insight • Strategic brief • CDROI training
After checkout you’ll receive your workbook link and scheduling options within minutes. 100% confidential.
FAQs
Is this a mock interview?
No. These are working sessions for positioning, executive story building, and high‑impact delivery—not a random question drill.
Can we tailor this for a panel?
Yes. Your workbook includes panel‑specific prep. We’ll tailor your strategy to manage the room, read dynamics, and connect across decision‑makers.
What’s the prep before Session 1?
Upload your most recent resume and the target job description. Between sessions, you’ll complete targeted assignments to build your story bank, prepare for curveballs, and strengthen mindset—so Session 2 focuses on delivery and refinement.
Will anyone find out I'm interviewing?
No. Your work with me is 100% confidential. I don’t share client names, session content, or even the fact that you’re a client.
Who is this prep package best for?
Experienced leaders stepping into high‑stakes interviews—C‑suite roles, senior leadership promotions, or major career moves—who want to go beyond generic prep and show up with clarity, authority, and strategic impact.
How long are the sessions?
Two private 60‑minute sessions.
What if I don’t get the job?
You’ll leave with more than prep for one role: a refined way to tell your leadership story, tools you can adapt for any interview, and clarity on how to position yourself for future opportunities.
Can I buy just the workbook?
Not today. The workbook is designed to integrate with your sessions—on its own it’s just tools; with coaching it becomes a customized, strategic guide.
My interview is in 48 hours—can this still help?
Yes. We’ll compress the flow. Session 1 becomes rapid positioning + story cut; Session 2 focuses on delivery and mindset.
Do you help with my resume?
No. By the time you’re preparing for interviews with me, I assume your resume is already submitted. My focus is on how you show up in the conversation—your positioning, leadership stories, and presence. If you do need resume help, I can connect you with trusted experts who specialize in that.
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How Clients Describe the Shift — and Why It Works
“I thought I just needed polish, but Heidi pushed me to cut out the noise and sharpen my message. She didn’t sugarcoat where I was weak, and that honesty gave me the confidence to walk into a tough panel and deliver with clarity. I walked out knowing I had shown up as the executive I want to be.”
— CFO, Mid‑Market Manufacturing Company
“The framework forced me to move beyond functional answers and talk like a business leader. Heidi spotted the blind spots I couldn’t see and made me close them. When it came time for the executive round, I wasn’t guessing — I was prepared to hold my ground and own the conversation.”
— SVP of Strategy, Global Tech Subsidiary
Why Me
You don’t need a cheerleader. You need someone who will cut through your blind spots, challenge your assumptions, and get you ready for the room.
- 20+ years in corporate HR and leadership development — I know what senior decision‑makers are really listening for.
- Courageous, truth‑forward coaching — I’ll tell you what others won’t, so you don’t learn it the hard way in the interview.
- Proven frameworks like CDROI™ that shift your stories from “competent” to compelling.
My job isn’t to land you the role. My job is to make sure when the offer is on the table, it’s because you earned it by showing up as the leader they can’t overlook.
Why Leaders Choose This Prep
I’ve led large, complex teams and made high‑stakes calls in uncertain environments. I know what it takes to lead at scale when the pressure is on and the path isn’t clear.
I’ve coached executives, interviewed candidates for high‑level roles, advised senior leaders on leadership risk and readiness, and managed executive compensation for a publicly traded company—giving me a nuanced understanding of how leadership selection and pay decisions really work.
As a certified executive coach with deep leadership experience across corporate and nonprofit sectors, I help leaders cut through the noise, own their voice, and drive meaningful change without losing themselves in the process.
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