ABOUT ME

Michael Watkins

12+ years inside corporate hiring

3,000+resumes reviewed

500+ interview preps delivered

Michael Watkins is the CEO and founder of Catapult Career Consulting. With over 12 years of experience in workforce development, early career talent strategy, and career coaching at companies such as Nike, Microsoft, Apple and JLL, Michael has dedicated his career to helping individuals breakthrough barriers and step confidently into their next chapter.

Michael created Catapult Career Consulting to bridge a gap that he saw repeatedly, which was talented professionals who felt stuck, overlooked, or uncertain about how to move forward in their careers. His mission is to meet people where they are - whether they're just starting out, re-entering the workforce, or making a bold career pivot, and provide strategies, tools, and the confidence to take that next big step.

Throughout his career, Michael has guided professionals from entry-level to executives, helping them land interviews, earn promotions, and transition into roles that better align with their passions and strengths. A Catapult Career Consulting, it's never a one size fits all approach. Every client's journey is unique, and together we design a personalized path towards success.

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Evan Pope - Morehouse College

The Challenge
Evan had the drive and experience but struggled to translate it into clear wins for competitive internship and program applications. He needed a way to showcase his strengths, refine his story, and build confidence in interviews tailored to the roles he wanted.

The Solution
Through Catapult Career Consulting, Michael helped Evan backtrack and analyze his past experiences, identifying the most impactful achievements to highlight. Together, they restructured his approach and ran targeted mock interviews specific to his desired positions, sharpening both his confidence and delivery.

The Outcome
Evan not only gained clarity and structure but secured acceptance into the exact internships and programs he was aiming for. With the right strategy and preparation, he was able to confidently present himself as a standout candidate.