The Bumpy Career is the career coach for the confused high-achiever
Hey, I’m Justine!
I help confused high-achievers take their careers to the next level — whether that means negotiating a higher salary, switching roles, or moving abroad for work or further studies.
My specialty is in helping people go from uncertain and overwhelmed to confident and clear about their next steps.
But before all that…
I was a 19-year-old sophomore frustrated by how few practical, strategic resources existed for students with imperfect resumes. So I built my own.
That’s how The Bumpy Career began: out of necessity.
Since then, I’ve earned my MBA in the Netherlands, relocated across continents, and landed a role at the global headquarters of a Fortune 500 company — all without a perfect GPA or a traditional background. Along the way, I’ve helped hundreds of professionals do the same: land competitive jobs, switch industries, and move abroad with clarity and confidence.
Today, The Bumpy Career is more than a blog on interning and job hunting. It’s the resource built for high-achievers who want to work smarter, not harder, to get what they want next.
Not sure what to do next in your career? Let’s figure it out together.
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Not everyone is ready for coaching and that’s okay! These free resources are here to give you a strong foundation while you figure things out.
All about navigating the first job hunt, these are the most-read articles on The Bumpy Career. Practical, real-world advice that’s helped hundreds of college students, fresh grads, and early-career professionals get unstuck.
Choose the collection that fits where you are right now and start with what you need most~
College Freshmen
Fresh Grads
Early Career Professionals
"I had to revise my resume over a hundred times — but TBC taught me how to think like a recruiter.
I wasn’t active in orgs or academics in college, and I had no idea how to make my resume stand out. The Bumpy Career helped me prioritize what actually matters to employers and how to position myself better.
I ended up receiving over 20 job offers, with 5–6 offers in 1 week."
- Pauleen Ramos, management trainee turned marketing manager
I wasn’t active in orgs or academics in college, and I had no idea how to make my resume stand out. The Bumpy Career helped me prioritize what actually matters to employers and how to position myself better.
I ended up receiving over 20 job offers, with 5–6 offers in 1 week."
- Pauleen Ramos, management trainee turned marketing manager
⭐ Want more results? Read 30+ messages from past students here
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⭐ Want more results? Read 30+ messages from past students here“I used Justine’s cover letter advice, and the next day, I got the interview.
The Bumpy Career isn’t just another generic career site. I’ve been referring it to friends for years because it actually works. Every article, every template — it’s written by someone who understands what job hunting really feels like."
Dave Ngo
Investment banker
When free advice isn’t enough…
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure about what to do next in your career? Even after reading all the blog posts?
You’re not alone. Over the past few years, I’ve worked with hundreds of clients to help them get clear, take action, and finally land the jobs (and lives!) they’ve been aiming for.
With the right mix of strategy, planning, and mindset, we’ll build a custom path forward for you. So you’re not overthinking every move or doing it all alone.
Let’s get you moving again. Without the guesswork, the worry, and the uncertainty.
"I felt like I was doing everything right — but I still couldn’t figure out my next step. I was overwhelmed by choices: should I stay in my company of 4 years, switch roles in my small industry, apply for grad school, or start my own consulting business?
Justine didn’t just give me clarity. She gave me *direction*. She helped me organize all the confusing thoughts in my head.
I finally understood what I wanted from my career, what was getting in the way, and how to take action without burning out.
Now, I’m moving forward with a plan I feel good about. It’s still a work in progress, but I’m no longer spiraling. I'm finally building a career that fits what I want and not just what's expected from my resume.
I tell all my friends: If you feel stuck or unsure about your next move, start with The Bumpy Career. It's always been my guiding post, and now my reset button."
Alex D.
Manager at a FMCG thinking about whether to work towards becoming a director or do something completely different
⭐ Want more results? Read 30+ messages from past students here
Justine didn’t just give me clarity. She gave me *direction*. She helped me organize all the confusing thoughts in my head.
I finally understood what I wanted from my career, what was getting in the way, and how to take action without burning out.
Now, I’m moving forward with a plan I feel good about. It’s still a work in progress, but I’m no longer spiraling. I'm finally building a career that fits what I want and not just what's expected from my resume.
I tell all my friends: If you feel stuck or unsure about your next move, start with The Bumpy Career. It's always been my guiding post, and now my reset button."
Alex D.
Manager at a FMCG thinking about whether to work towards becoming a director or do something completely different
⭐ Want more results? Read 30+ messages from past students here
Why Work With The Bumpy Career?
🎙️Personalized Support:
I'll understand your unique situation, goals, and challenges before presenting a plan to hit exactly what you need.
I’m reviewing everything myself to make sure we achieve your goal.
🎙️Proven Results:
My students have done it all, from landing offers at top companies to winning 120% scholarships for masters abroad to negotiating for their pet’s health insurance as part of the job offer, all with me guiding them through it all.
At this point, it’s easier to ask me what have my students not accomplished.
🎙️Real-World Insights:
My advice is always practical because I’ve done it all as well. I’d never tell you to do something I haven’t done myself.