Theda Johnson

Goalster Talent Strategist

About Me

Theda is a bilingual senior Talent Engagement and DEIB leader with more than 15 years of human capital consulting experience across high-growth and Fortune 50 organizations.

She brings deep expertise in talent acquisition, organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, inclusion, change management and process improvement.

Known for combining empathy with disciplined execution, Theda has built and scaled national talent programs, strengthened recruiting and engagement strategies, reduced operational costs, and helped organizations create environments where people can perform, grow and belong.

Industry Expertise

Technology | Higher Ed | Veterans

How I work with clients

I work with leaders and organizations to turn people challenges into practical strategies and measurable action.

My approach combines listening, data, empathy and accountability to understand what is really getting in the way, build a clear path forward, and help teams execute.

Whether the focus is talent, leadership, culture, inclusion or organizational effectiveness, I meet clients where they are and help them create sustainable progress.

Different Ways We Can Work Together

1:1 Job Search Coaching Session

Work privately with an experienced sales leader on your performance, challenges and priorities.

Full Resume Re-Write by a Goalster Pro

Stand out with a powerful, recruiter-approved resume tailored to your goals.

Practice Interview With a Goalster Pro

Get extra reps before your next interview with a mock interview to refine your approach.

Full LinkedIn Profile Refresh

Stand out to recruiters with a profile that sells your value and opens doors.

Insights to Help You Get Started

Resume Template & Guide: Build a Resume That Gets Read

Don’t start from scratch. Start with what already works. The Goalster Resume Template gives you a clean, recruiter-informed structure designed to highlight your experience, strongest accomplishments, and measurable impact, so employers can quickly understand the value you bring.

Networking Scripts That Actually Get Responses

Learn how to network without sounding like you’re asking for a job. Get practical outreach strategies and scripts for reconnecting with former colleagues, approaching hiring leaders, and building relationships with recruiters—so you can start more conversations and uncover more opportunities.

Turn LinkedIn Into Your Job-Search Relationship Map

Learn how to use LinkedIn’s network search and filters to uncover former colleagues, identify people who have already made the career transition you’re pursuing, and build a prioritized list of contacts and companies that can create a stronger path to your next opportunity.

Mind the Gap: Explaining Career Breaks with Confidence

Career gaps aren’t the problem, how you explain them is. This article shows how to confidently own your story, reframe breaks as growth periods, and use smart strategies like becoming a Goalster Contributor or Advisor to maintain relevance and momentum while between roles.

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