Octavia is an amazing coach. Her ability to listen and give specific and insightful advice is extremely helpful. I think I found my new career coach.
Marc Lounis
3rd Oct, 2025
5/5
Octavia was very helpful and provided encouragement and practical steps that affirmed my resolve to take action.
Anonymous
28th Jan, 2025
5/5
Octavia is a great coach that asks all the right questions to help you show up as your best and does it in a very kind and comfortable way.
Ellen M. Bailey
28th Mar, 2025
About me
Hi, I’m Octavia, I’m an award-winning career coach, author and the founder of Fire Memos, a Techstars portfolio company.
I’ve coached thousands of professionals in various parts of the world and I’m passionate about enabling others to achieve their potential.
I’m the author of "Prep, Push, Pivot" which was named one of the recommended books of the year by McKinsey & Co and Cosmopolitan. You can find it in the business section at Barnes & Noble bookstores, or via your favorite online book retailer.
As the author and narrator of two Audible Original series "Brand Yourself for Success and "How to Change Careers," I share my insights on navigating career transitions, overcoming obstacles and how to position yourself for success.
I’m a regular contributor to Harvard Business Review and my career advice has been featured in various media outlets including Fast Company, CNN, Forbes, CNBC, Fortune, Business Insider, Newsweek, Inc, and GQ.
I’m originally from England, where I was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) by the Queen, one of Great Britain’s highest civic honors. I’m a dual US-UK citizen, based in Los Angeles, California.
Learn more about my work at octaviagoredema.com