Lived through transition (impacted employee, layoff leader, personal change) Empathy, curiosity, and strong active listening skills Experience with coaching or guiding others through performance, career growth, or transitions Comfort with tech: Google Meet, Slack, Docs Availability for bi-weekly capability calls (30 mins) Interest in AI, the future of work, and building people-first transitions Values-aligned mindset—especially around equity, dignity, and inclusion Four-year college degree (likely)