Pay-What-You-Can Coaching: A lifeline for Federal Workers Facing Transition
Federal employees dedicate their careers to serving the nation, yet unexpected changes, like reductions in force (RIF), reorganizations, or shifts in policy, can leave even the most experienced professionals feeling uncertain about their future. Transitioning out of federal service, whether by choice or necessity, comes with emotional and logistical challenges. Support shouldn’t be out of reach due to financial concerns.
That’s why Unlocked & Unlimited offers Pay-What-You-Can (PWYC) Coaching, a program designed to provide high-quality coaching to those navigating career and life changes, regardless of their financial situation.
Why PWYC Coaching?
If you’re a federal worker facing an unexpected career shift, you might be asking:
What’s next for my career?
How do I translate my federal experience into private-sector opportunities?
How do I navigate this transition with confidence and clarity?
Coaching provides a structured, supportive space to explore these questions and take empowered steps forward. PWYC Coaching was created to ensure that no one has to navigate career uncertainty alone simply because they can’t afford coaching right now.
What Coaching Can Do for You
Clarity in Career Transition - Understand your strengths, transferrable skills, and potential career paths.
Strategic Support - Move beyond feeling stuck by developing an actionable plan aligned with your values and goals.
Confidence & Resilience - Gain the mindset and tools to approach challenges with greater self-assurance and adaptability.
Personalized Support - Unlike generic career advice, coaching helps you create a plan that aligns with your goals and values..
What Coaching Can’t Do
Provide Legal or Financial Advice - We can discuss career strategy but do not offer legal or financial consultation..
Serve as Therapy or Counseling - Coaching is future-focused and action-oriented, and it is not a substitute for mental health treatment.
Make Decisions for You - Coaching helps you explore possibilities, but the final decisions and responsibility for those decisions are yours.
Guarantee a Job Offer - Coaching provides tools and strategies, but securing employment depends on multiple factors, including market conditions and personal effort. .
Who Can Benefit from PWYC Coaching?
This program is for anyone facing transition, uncertainty, or personal and professional growth challenges, including:
Federal employees affected by RIF or agency restructuring
Government contractors facing contract changes or uncertainty
Public-sector professionals seeking private-sector opportunities
Mid-career professionals exploring new career paths
Anyone seeking support in professional reinvention
How It Works
Simple Application - A brief form helps us understand your needs and determine if coaching is the right fit for you.
Acceptance & Agreement - If selected, you’ll receive an agreement outlining the program terms, ensuring clarity and mutual expectations.
Schedule & Begin - Once you accept the agreement, you’ll receive access to schedule your coaching sessions.
Up to 3 Sessions - You’ll have access to three (3) 60-minute coaching sessions to be used within three months.
No Obligation to Pay - Coaching is provided regardless of financial contribution —though donations are welcome to help sustain and expand the program for others in need.
How PWYC Coaching is Funded
PWYC Coaching is supported through voluntary contributions from individuals who believe in the power of coaching. While not required, contributions directly fund additional coaching opportunities for others who may not have access to these services otherwise.
Important Note: Since Unlocked & Unlimited is not a nonprofit organization, contributions/donations are not tax-deductible. However, every contribution helps make coaching accessible to more people who need it.
Interested? Here’s How to Get Started
If you or someone you know could benefit from PWYC Coaching, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
Change doesn’t have to feel impossible, and you don’t have to face it alone. Whether you need coaching support or want to contribute to making coaching accessible to others. PWYC Coaching is here to empower transformation—one conversation at a time.
