MY STORY…
My purpose is to inspire corporate professionals to be happy, successful & impactful leaders.
In 2008 when this Jersey gal graduated college it was one of the most challenging job seeker environments anyone could have imagined…until 2022. Like many of my peers then and now, we were enduring tons of interviews settling into whatever role we could land just to pay rent in our tiny NYC apartments.
I had dreams of being a rock ‘n roll journalist at the tender age of 21 (love Almost Famous) and quickly realized publishing life wasn’t happening. I pivoted to retail store management which felt like “settling”.
It was a blessing in disguise because it ignited my passion for the People and Recruitment space. Often, we decide to settle because the job search process is long and painful.
It also feels impossible to land a job we love where we ALSO see a future.
But these life experiences are crucial for growth and get us closer to the job we love. Thankfully, I’ll never have to dress another mannequin in jeans again! Retail people know just how hard that is…!
From Store Manager to Chief People Officer
When I transitioned from retail to FinTech, I had to start over. I spent many years working long hours and living the NYC grind. I worked my way up to become Chief People Officer about a decade later.
How? I put in the time to learn a new industry and determined how my existing skills could transfer. I formed strong relationships and built my credibility with senior stakeholders. I regularly pursued professional development opportunities and certifications so I was staying competitive with my skill set.
I was always willing to learn, take on new challenges, and shared my ideas when the opportunities arose. P.S. if you ever have the opportunity to join a startup - DO IT. You will learn A TON and take on new responsibilities FAST.
In 2018, I was searching for ways to have a bigger impact as a People professional. This is when I discovered iPEC and their globally recognized ICF-accredited coaching program. Exploring this path has been the most fulfilling career advancement step I’ve taken thus far. Coaching is my WHY…
I’ve been a job seeker who learned the ropes to getting promoted. I’ve been behind the scenes in HR & Recruitment and witnessed the mistakes job seekers make.
Coaching is the missing link in my realizing job seekers don’t just need strategy but also mindset, expertise, and a partner to push them to achieve their goals. Not only do I want to propel the job search process forward, but I also want to help others find long-term success as leaders after the career change is complete.
Today’s Job Market is a total Sh*tshow; Here’s Why I can Coach You Through It…
What i’ve experienced as a job seeker back in 2008 along with observing interview candidates for the last 15 years has shaped me into the Career Coach I am today.
I am a resilient & ambitious career strategist who loves to help clients remove their career advancement obstacles, make impactful career changes and achieve amazing success.
Today’s job market is currently being called a combination of the “Great Recession” and “Great Reshuffle”. It’s a total shi*tshow (excuse my language) and difficult for job seekers to navigate. It’s harder than ever to make a career change. Partnering with a Career Coach is the solution needed to find meaningful job search success and land the role that is a long-term fit.
Why work with me?
I’ve been on both sides of the job search process and understand what it takes to be the candidate who receives competitive job offers regardless of the job market trends.
I was inspired to start my career coaching business to bring my learnings to others struggling to make a career change because of the dozens of reasons they tell themselves why they can’t.
I wanted to give others the roadmap I wish I had to navigate my career changes. I wanted to make the job search process easier & more effective. I wanted to coach people on how to be amazing leaders throughout any stage of their career. I wanted to keep creating meaningful partnerships with clients that would not just help them land the job they love but also have fun along the way.
My differentiators
Sure, you can pay a fortune for someone to put together an okay resume…
But I’ve lead the hiring of hundreds of individuals across the U.S. & Europe. I’ve reviewed THOUSANDS of resumes, conducted many interviews and developed interview evaluations and hiring best practices for teams.
I’ve spent countless hours conducting on-campus recruitment events, searching far and wide on LinkedIn for excellent candidates, and developed partnerships with recruitment organizations to build search pipelines.
Since becoming a Certified Professional Coach in 2019…
I’ve developed a specialty niche in corporate leadership skill development & new manager coaching. My clients range from entry-level analysts to software engineers to new managers and C-suite executives. By word of mouth, my coaching engagements organically expanded within my corporate role and beyond.
My clients rely on me for honest advice to navigate their career change obstacles, how to manage their job search effectively, and how to be successful in their new role. I’ve been a trusted advisor to my personal and professional network and now I want to help YOU reach your career goals.
My Coaching Style: Motivating. High energy. Growth-oriented. FUN. Advisor. Genuine.
I bring positivity & high levels of execution. I will find the learning opportunity in any difficult situation.
Qualifications
B.A. in English & Writing from Drew University (I’m a wordsmith with resumes)
Professional Certified Coach (PCC) through ICF - International Coaching Federation
Certified Professional Coach (CPC) through iPEC
COR.E Dynamics | Leadership Dynamics™ Specialist (CLDS)
Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner via iPEC
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) via HRCI - Human Resources Certification Institute
Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach
Certified Hidden Job Market Coach
Certified Career Transition Coach
FUN FACTS
HOME BASE
North Jersey
KIDS
Dog mom to Jovie
top 2 fav places
The beach & tennis court
current workout obsession
Club Pilates
my top 5 gallup strengths
Arranger. Achiever. Responsibility. Relator. Learner.
What i did after retail
Backpacked Australia & New Zealand for 3 months
ONE 2024 goal
More travel!
favorite food
My mom’s Italian cooking
