Free Tools & Resources

Free Resources to Help You Gain Clarity and Take Action

Free Tools & Resources – Piedmont Coaching

At Piedmont Coaching, we believe growth starts with action. Coaching is about clarity, accountability, and results — and these free tools are designed to give you a taste of that experience right now.

Whether you’re preparing for an interview in San Francisco, stepping into a new leadership role in Oakland, updating your LinkedIn in Berkeley, or managing time as a busy entrepreneur in Walnut Creek, these resources will help you move forward with confidence.

These tools are the same types of frameworks and exercises that we use in coaching sessions with executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals across the Bay Area, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, and even New York City. They’re practical, powerful, and designed to make a difference in today’s competitive marketplace.

Download them now, and take the first step toward clarity and success.

Business & Executive Coaching | Piedmont Coaching | San Francisco Bay Area

Career Clarity Worksheet (Long Version)

What it is: A guided workbook to help you define your strengths, values, and direction.

Key Questions You’ll Work Through:

  • What activities make me feel most energized at work?
  • What are my top 10 strengths and how do they show up in my current role?
  • What do I value most in a workplace — creativity, stability, recognition, or autonomy?
  • If money and time were no object, what career would I choose and why?
  • What legacy do I want to create in my career?

Interview Prep Checklist (Long Version)

What it is: A structured guide to ace your next interview.

Key Questions You’ll Work Through:**

  • What are my 3–5 career achievements to highlight?
  • How do I deliver a polished 90-second answer to ‘Tell me about yourself’?
  • What are 5–7 behavioral questions I should be ready for?
  • How do I show alignment between my values and the company’s mission?
  • What 3 thoughtful questions will I ask the interviewer?

LinkedIn Profile Refresh Guide (Long Version)

What it is: A step-by-step checklist to optimize every section of your LinkedIn profile.

Key Questions You’ll Work Through:

  • Is my headline keyword-rich and aligned with my career goals?
  • Does my About section tell a compelling story?
  • Do my job descriptions highlight measurable results?
  • Do I have endorsements and recommendations that reinforce my expertise?
  • Am I posting or engaging with thought leadership content?

Executive 90-Day Plan Template (Long Version)

What it is: A comprehensive template for executives starting new roles.

Key Questions You’ll Work Through:

  • Who are my top 5–10 stakeholders, and how will I build trust with them?
  • What early wins can I deliver in the first 30 days?
  • How will I communicate my vision and expectations to my team?
  • What feedback mechanisms will I use to adjust quickly?
  • How will I measure success at 30, 60, and 90 days?

Productivity & Time Management Toolkit (Long Version)

What it is: A set of exercises to prioritize your time, focus your energy, and avoid burnout.

Key Questions You’ll Work Through:

  • What are my top 3–5 priorities this week, month, and quarter?
  • What tasks can I delegate, outsource, or eliminate?
  • When am I most productive, and how can I protect that time?
  • What habits or distractions drain my energy?
  • What would a perfect productive day look like?

Why These Free Tools Matter

These aren’t just PDFs — they’re a starting point. They give you clarity, structure, and momentum. But they’re just the beginning of what coaching can do.

A worksheet can help you reflect.

Coaching helps you act on that reflection.

A checklist can help you prepare.

Coaching helps you practice and refine until you excel.

Imagine combining these tools with the accountability and insight of a dedicated coach.

About Piedmont Coaching

Founded by David Mitroff, Ph.D., Piedmont Coaching helps professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs across Oakland, San Francisco, Berkeley, Walnut Creek, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, and beyond achieve clarity, confidence, and measurable results.

With over 15 years of consulting and coaching experience, teaching at UC Berkeley, and working with thousands of leaders worldwide, David brings proven strategies to help you stand out in competitive markets, thrive in leadership roles, and create lasting success.

  • Download your free tools today.
  • Use them to gain clarity.
  • Book a free consultation when you’re ready to take the next step.

Your journey to growth starts here. The tools are free. The results are priceless.

Business & Executive Coaching | Piedmont Coaching | San Francisco Bay Area