About Us
How We Got here
From Cockpit to Careers
Paul’s aviation background gave him the cockpit discipline. His heart for teaching gave him the wings. And now, as a career coach, he guides others to reach cruising altitude in their own lives.
From Job Seeker…
Transition from Corporate Aviation to Career Coaching
Upon leaving a long career in corporate aviation sales, Paul Cecala discovered a new passion in his own job search process which led him to discover a new professional direction.
Paul has a BS in Psychology from Florida Institute of Technology.
Prior to career coaching, Paul Cecala held a long career in corporate aviation sales, culminating to his final position as the Vice President of Aircraft Charter Sales for a nation-wide industry leader. Upon departing from aviation sales, the job search process itself became a focal point, leading him to discover a new professional direction. This led to positions in career services at trade and career schools, where he gained considerable satisfaction from placing graduates in roles and instructing individuals in job search strategies, supporting their entry into new fields, just like him.
As a student of the job search process, he finds particular interest in project planning a job search, networking, and securing offers from the interview.
Read the full story: Taking Control and Soaring to New Heights
To Career Advisor…
Career Coach & Keynote Speaker
For the next 25+ years, Paul Cecala, a Global Career Developmental Facilitator (GCDF) certified career coach, assisted over 3,000 people in either changing careers or starting their professional lives.
He has worked for several post-secondary career schools as Director of Career Services specializing in Biotech/pharmaceutical careers, Green Economy jobs, aviation, allied health, IT and general administrative professions. He has also worked as a program manager for lifelong learning and workforce development training at Fairleigh Dickinson University and County College of Morris. Additionally, he helped develop the job search training process for several NJ Department of Labor sponsored job search groups.
Paul has presented over 600 seminars on topics ranging from career pathing to interview follow-up for organizations including schools like Lincoln Technical Institute, Centenary College, Florida Institute of Technology, University of Connecticut and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University; networking and job search groups like the Professional Services Groups of Morris and Mercer Counties; and social clubs like Montclair Divorce Support Group and Out Professionals of NYC.
…To Business Coach
Corporate Trainer, Management Coach, and Author
Paul empowers organizations to achieve measurable results through dynamic leadership coaching, corporate training, and keynote speaking.
Drawing on extensive understanding of business and education, Paul transforms workplaces by elevating employee and leader capabilities in sales, leadership, and communication. His hands-on, pragmatic workshops deliver tangible tools and actionable strategies that participants can implement immediately.
Paul uniquely blends his educator’s insight with sharp business acumen, creating memorable training experiences that motivate participants to drive lasting workplace transformation. He brings real-world scenarios and compelling anecdotes to life, using attendee-specific case studies and interactive activities to ensure deep understanding. Paul’s authentic and empathetic approach ensures his message resonates personally, fostering a learning environment where every individual feels directly addressed and understood.
Credentials & Certifications
About Our company
Cecala Career Consultants
Mission
We help individuals and organizations achieve success in every stage of work, whether they are a job seeker searching for the next opportunity, building stronger teams, or inspiring audiences to thrive.
Vision
To be the premier career coaching and professional development firm, empowering individuals and organizations to navigate career transitions, strengthen leadership, and create lasting workplace success.
Values
Meeting you where you are
Wherever you are —emotionally, professionally, and developmentally, Paul understands your strengths and needs so as to help you achieve your next career or business goal.
Personalize Solutions thru Active Listening
Through active listening and understanding industry trends, Paul customizes services for each individual and corporate client. This ensures precisely aligned strategies that meet unique needs and achieve real results.
Leading with Empathy
Whether coaching through transitions or leading training, Paul prioritizes empathy and building relationships to foster connection, ease change, and inspire growth.
Actionable Guidance, Real-World Results
We deliver pragmatic, actionable guidance over theory. Our focus is on providing tactical advice you can immediately apply for real-world success.
Meet Our Team
Paul Cecala
Lead Trainer and Coach
Dale Favia
Resume Consultant
Layston Badham
Marketing Consultant, Brand &Tell
Vrushti Thaker
Marketing Consultant, Brand &Tell