Meet Barbara Limmer — professional Career Consultant, seasoned hiring expert, and author dedicated to helping people advance with confidence and clarity. With decades of experience across all sides of the hiring process — career management, human resources, executive recruiting, and coaching — Barbara brings unmatched insight into what truly leads to career success.
She has personally coached thousands of professionals from around the world, offering guidance that blends practical strategy with personalized support. Before becoming a full-time consultant, Barbara served as the Career Management Director at the Thunderbird School of Global Management, helping MBA students and alumni craft meaningful, successful career paths.
Her background also includes roles in HR and recruiting at organizations such as Bank of America and MetLife, headhunter experience in New York City while attending Columbia University, and career advising roles at both UCLAand UC Santa Barbara.
Throughout her career, Barbara has conducted countless real and mock interviews—allowing her to see firsthand what candidates do well, where they struggle, and what separates the successful applicant from the overlooked one.
Her debut book brings all of that wisdom together, offering straightforward, actionable advice to help job seekers strengthen their interview skills and confidently land the roles they want.
✨ Meet Barbara Limmer at the Scottsdale Book Festival and discover the tools, insights, and strategies that can help you step boldly into your next career chapter.