Engaging Facilitator / Trainer Perceptive Career Coach
Who I am
My passion is for helping is fully realized as I coach and guide people through career management and career transitions.
Through personal, one-on-one consultations or webinar delivery, I help people to identify their specific aptitudes which will enable them to realize their career goals and/or career potential.
Collaboration and partnering are paramount. Having open and honest conversations in identifying personal goals, planning strategic career moves, and developing leadership skills is a key part of what I do. I find joy when my candidates can fully realize their strengths and what makes them unique in today’s market and then guiding or coaching on how to use those strengths to excel in their chosen path!
I am known for my excellent presentation skills and my clear verbal and written communication skills. Being able to listen without being judgmental is important in helping people choose the right career goals and make the right professional decisions. I am also very organized and have strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
It is an honor to be trusted in helping someone navigate the process of career management and growth, or in finding and securing employment. I serve, gladly, as a mentor and motivator, providing guidance and constructive feedback.
I am fully committed to helping my candidates achieve their employment-related goals.
Collaboration and partnering are paramount. Having open and honest conversations in identifying personal goals, planning strategic career moves, and developing leadership skills is a key part of what I do. I find joy when my candidates can fully realize their strengths and what makes them unique in today’s market and then guiding or coaching on how to use those strengths to excel in their chosen path!
I am known for my excellent presentation skills and my clear verbal and written communication skills. Being able to listen without being judgmental is important in helping people choose the right career goals and make the right professional decisions. I am also very organized and have strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
It is an honor to be trusted in helping someone navigate the process of career management and growth, or in finding and securing employment. I serve, gladly, as a mentor and motivator, providing guidance and constructive feedback.
I am fully committed to helping my candidates achieve their employment-related goals.
Career Timeline
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Asked to facilitate our College Webinar Series
Super excited to take the job search and branding techniques offered to our professional candidates and repackage them to apply to a college aged audience looking to enter the workforce for the first time! -
Selected to Reseacrh for Key Iniative
I was asked to join a small group of researchers and our task was to be able to identify key areas of expertise in all of our coworkers so we could better position ourselves to prospective customers. Sometimes hard, sometimes tedious, sometimes time consuming - all the time fun because of the group I worked with. Management praised our results! -
Selected to create New Web Events
I was ask to collaborate with a few team mates n creating web events that spoke to Video and Visual Resumes and Video Interviewing. It was a great experience where I learned. We put together information that educated our colleagues and our customers. -
Choosen to Update Key Program - Resume Development
I was asked to work with an awesome group of people to update our Resume Development web event so it would reflect resumes for 2015 and beyond. It was hard work and I loved being able to go through it all with a team that cared about our customers and delivering something that would keep us on the cutting edge. After months of intense research, creative brain storming and a lot of coffee, we ended up with an AMAZING web event and reference documents! -
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Business, Brookdale Community College
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Senior Instructor, Cablevision
I analyzed training needs for our managment teams and customer service representatives.
I designed, delivered and evaluated outcomes to support corporate goals and Cablevision University's strategies and initiatives. -
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Independent Contractor/Consultant, Independent Contractor/Consultant
I facilitated seminars for a variety of industry clients.
I provided subject matter expertise to resolve call center issues and assisted in the evaluation of instructor-led training and eLearning programs for enhancement of soft skills, sales and retention programs. -
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Training Manager (formerly Patriot Media), Comcast Cable
I loved this job because I truly got to do it all! I designed, delivered and fine-tuned training programs for new employees and new product launches.
Working with our Call Center Representatives to our Management team, I was able to have an input and make a difference by coaching and mentoring. I facilitated classes on soft skills, processes and procedures, and much more.
We were always working to make things better for the customer so improving process and procedures was ongoing.
I had the pleasure to work with all of our department managers to identify training needs and deliver training to meet those needs.
When Comcast purchased Patriot Media I had the opportunity to take a leading role in consolidating and coordinating our call center, dispatch, and billing processes with the COMCAST Corporate office through the acquisition. -
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Consultant, Learning & Development, Recruiting
I provide consulting services on a contractual basis that assist companies with facilitation, design and recruiting needs. I thrive in a virtual environment that allows me to collaborate with people across functions and across the country. -
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Consultant, Right Management
I love my job! I get to work with people one on one or in groups on all kinds of career transition topics. That is where I use my experience in coaching and motivating people. I really try to make a difference and I believe that comes out in my performance.
I have the opportunity to facilitate multiple online programs related to career transitions (i.e. Resume Development, Social Media Networking, Negotiating, etc.).
To stay on top of this ever changing environment - I work to stay current on trends and technology as it relates to a career transition.
• Exceed candidate satisfaction survey results using exceptional communication skills and focusing on quality.
• Earn exceptional Performance Achievement Results consistently by following up, paying attention to detail and taking exceptional care of candidates.
• Selected to update and record initial core web event, Getting Started, creating a more thorough and engaging introductory course.
Proudest Accomplishment
Being known for making a difference in someone's professional life and how that overflows!
Experience Highlights
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Independent Contractor / Consultant
Independent Contractor/Consultant
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Training Manager (formerly Patriot Media)
Comcast Cable
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Consultant
Learning & Development, Recruiting
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Career Management Consultant / Career Coach
Right Management
Interests
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Cooking / Baking
My grandfather was a Master Chef way before it was popular to be a chef so it really is in my blood.
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Music
I have very eclectic tastes and there will always be some type of music playing in my home.
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Reading
I love to read. I read fiction,  to stay on top of my game and to keep me grounded.
Results
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9.5
Likely to recommend Score (10 Pt scale) -
HELP
pEOPle ACHIEVE THEIR CAREER GOALS -
4.8
overall webinar delivery satisfaction (5 Pt scale) -
12+K
Candidates Coached -
4000+
Training Classes Facilitated -
7500+
Webinars Delivered
Skills
- Communication
- Networking
- Project Planning
- Career Development
- Talent Management
- Leadership Development
- Mentoring
- Delivering Results
- Coaching
- Training & Development
Questions & Answers
What is one of the biggest challenges in the workplace today?
Staying on top of technology and social media. They are both ever changing and have big impacts on us and how we do our jobs.
I work to stay on top of and use both daily. In using it for myself, I am better able to coach people to use it.
I work to stay on top of and use both daily. In using it for myself, I am better able to coach people to use it.
What do you like best about your work?
I really like helping people find their confidence or their “mojoâ€, again. When they realize that they are awesome and that they have a lot to contribute – it just makes me happy!
How would you describe your facilitation style?
I've been told, many times, that I deliver in an engaging and energetic way. I want to share information and encourage people while I do so.
How would you describe your coaching style?
Collaborative, caring, and customized. I truly care about helping. Every person is different and you need to meet that person where he or she is at.
I try to listen to what is going on, and what their needs are and then you can start collaboratively creating a game plan that suits them.
I will follow up and check in periodically to make sure things are moving forward and to offer encouragement. I like to encourage and motivate them by reminding them of their previous successes and letting them know they can do it!
I work with them to research and find tools and resources that can help.
I try to listen to what is going on, and what their needs are and then you can start collaboratively creating a game plan that suits them.
I will follow up and check in periodically to make sure things are moving forward and to offer encouragement. I like to encourage and motivate them by reminding them of their previous successes and letting them know they can do it!
I work with them to research and find tools and resources that can help.
Why did you choose your profession?
I wanted to train and coach because it helps people. It is important to me to be helpful. Training, Development and Coaching allows me to do that.
It is extremely rewarding and often - I am the one who learns the most.
It is extremely rewarding and often - I am the one who learns the most.
