About Ben Fox Coaching
Ben Fox is a New York City-based career transformation coach specializing in engineering leaders who are done waiting for the "right time" to make a change.
In 2022, Ben walked away from a toxic job with nothing lined up and it turned out to be the best decision he ever made. That experience, combined with a decade of coaching, shapes how he works with clients: with honesty, accountability, and a deep belief that the people he works with are more capable than they're giving themselves credit for.
People often describe feeling a sense of calm when they talk to Ben, the kind that makes it easy to open up quickly and honestly. He pairs that with high emotional intelligence and a no-nonsense New York directness. He won't let you talk down to yourself, and he won't let you off the hook either.
Ben works with clients as a real partner: sharing his own story, holding the mirror up, and staying in your corner long after the session ends. Many clients say they can still hear his voice encouraging them when he's not in the room.
If you're a software engineering leader sitting on something: a better role, a business idea, a different relationship to work entirely, Ben helps you stop waiting and start moving.
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Mike Buzzetti
Fractional CTO — Former Principal Engineer, The New York Times
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When I started working with Ben, I was overwhelmed and confused about whether I needed to try something new. Ben's program gave me the structure and accountability to dig really deep, ask myself what was most important now and in the future, and gave me new ideas about what my next phase of life might look like. I put a renewed focus on my health, was diagnosed with ADHD, started a new weight loss journey, and reinforced my prioritization of my family above work. While I ultimately decided to stay in my current role, I found new ways to shift my priorities to maximize impact and fulfillment to make my role into something I felt confident would increase my visibility and value without burning me out.
Natalie White
Principal Solutions Architect, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
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I used to think about money constantly and was reluctant to risk any income — then ended up getting a huge pay raise through the process of working with Ben. He challenged me to evaluate both the practical and inner considerations that helped me decide quitting was the right move. Beyond the career breakthrough, that period was one of the more joyful of my life.
Manu Lakshmanan
Director, Strategy — Global Ocular Health & Pharmaceuticals, Alcon
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I found Ben at a crossroads, weighed down by the urge to jump straight back into the grind. He helped me step back, give myself permission to breathe, and let clarity arrive on its own. He reframed risk as something I'd earned the right to take without fear. By the time I re-engaged my job search, I was genuinely changed — moving forward with more intention and peace than I'd felt in years.
Kelsey Golden
Former Software Engineering Manager, Guild
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For over 20 years I sacrificed my own needs for the job. My health was suffering, my relationships were strained. I was always tired, anxious, and had lost my edge. I quit with nothing else lined up. Ben helped me see what I was blind to during my career — and helped me forge a different path. I now know I don't ever have to go back to the way it was before.
G.
Former VP of Accounting — 22 years in the field
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Ben asks smart questions that challenge your thinking in the best way. More than just preparing for the next role, he helps you see the bigger picture — how your work fits into your life and long-term goals. And you don't need to be burned out to work with Ben. If you have big dreams and want a strong support team to achieve them, he's exactly who you want.
Elise Marcotte, M.Sc OLY — 2x Olympian
Global Talent Intelligence Enablement Lead, Indeed
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Ben ended up being a calm voice in the storm — far more interested in making sure I took a breath and listened to my gut than in getting me back on the employment treadmill. He understands that your career is one layer of your life, and helps you navigate all those layers simultaneously.
Liz C.
Healthcare Executive
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I was lost in my career transition — stuck in negative thought patterns about what I could or couldn't do next. Ben helped me shift from fear and uncertainty to curiosity and confidence. I broke free from limiting beliefs and took a bold step forward.
Alia Crook
Product Marketing Manager, CloudTrucks
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I navigated a daunting career transition exploring multiple options — never before had I dealt with ambiguity of this magnitude. Ben challenged my thinking and I walked away with a deeper understanding of my strengths and clarity on my values. That's a gift that keeps on giving.
Edna Ambundo
Former VP Research & Innovation, L'Oréal
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My job was easy, so I was reluctant to leave — but I was bummed out on a spiritual level. Ben showed me what I really value in the workplace and helped me take the leap. Thanks to his guidance, I'm at a job that excites me, with people I can call comrades and friends.
Sarah C.
English Teacher, Specialized Arts School — NYC
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When I was transitioning into my tech career, Ben's guidance was thoughtful, practical, and exactly what I needed.
Raphael Soto
Android Developer, United Parks & Resorts
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For 15 years since college, I kept making the same mistakes trying to figure out my next career step. At some point, I recognized I needed a coach to guide me to what I was looking for. From working with Ben over the past year, he has helped me identify and problem-solve for so much more than I could have ever imagined. I remember, in the beginning, ending our sessions and telling him, "This is exhausting — like a workout!" He truly has helped me pivot: walking away from a misaligned job and resetting toward a better path — something I was not able to do on my own.
Matthew T.
Former Team Lead, Cherry