RITA FRIEDMAN is a coach, speaker, and consultant focused on making work better. She supports professional organizations and individual clients through customized workshops, presentations, and consulting services.

Her expertise is at the intersection of workforce development and effective communication, where she excels in identifying and nurturing the potential within both teams and individuals. Drawing from her extensive background in recruiting, human resources, operational management, and professional writing, Rita offers a multifaceted perspective to improving the way we work. Her passion for delivering actionable insights and practical strategies has helped numerous clients achieve remarkable improvements in leadership development, team dynamics, and overall organizational health.

Rita has appeared on television as a career expert, is frequently quoted in employment-related articles in national newspapers and magazines, and previously wrote a career advice column for the Philadelphia Inquirer (Philly.com). You can read some of her work-related advice here. She earned a BA in English and Philosophy from the University of Albany, and is a Certified Job and Career Development Coach, Certified Job and Career Transition Coach, and Certified Life Coach. Rita is also trained in Entrepreneurship Coaching, Effective & Equitable Career Navigation, Skills-Based Coaching, and Human Centered Coaching.