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Hi everyone, My name is Mabel! A little about me: I received my master’s degree in psychology with a clinical psychology concentration. I have completed several formal courses at the UCLA Extension Center's Creative Writing program in children’s picture books. Previously, I have worked with children and adults with disabilities (e.g., reading disability, autism, oppositional defiant disorder) and mental health conditions. I have a passion for advocating for individuals from varying disadvantaged backgrounds. Some include individuals who are considered marginalized, identify as students of color, face food insecurity, and are first-generation students in higher education. In addition, I served as a suicide crisis counselor, providing resources, validating individuals in crisis, where I supported them through challenging moments with empathy and non-judgment. Currently, I am in the process of writing my own children's picture book series, and when I have time, I love providing insight and feedback to aspiring authors. I hope that I can encourage aspiring authors to write and publish their stories by providing thoughtful, gentle, and constructive feedback for children’s picture books. In addition, I’m a career and academic coach with a passion for helping individuals clarify their academic and career goals, strengthen their professional skills, and succeed academically and professionally while honoring a healthy work, life, social balance. I work with both neurodivergent and neurotypical clients, providing personalized guidance tailored to each person’s unique strengths and needs. With a background in clinical psychology, I like to incorporate mindfulness activities like guided visual imagery exercises and reflection activities to help clients identify and clarify their professional goals and prepare them for success. I focus on delivering actionable, encouraging, and results-oriented feedback, tailored to each client’s career path. Overall, my approach is flexible and designed to help everyone, especially neurodivergent clients navigate academic and professional challenges with confidence. I intend to provide feedback that’s honest, encouraging, and easy to use. More than that, I’m here to encourage, motivate, and uplift you! I understand everyone has their own unique needs, and I would be happy to offer a free video chat to see if you may benefit from my services. Let's see how we can best work together to achieve your academic, professional, and life goals. I am looking forward to connecting and helping you reach your goals in 2026! Below are my current pricing options for the different work services I provide: Services & Estimated Prices 1.) Creative Career Guidance I provide career guidance with a creative and holistic approach, helping clients explore their goals, passions, and professional growth through techniques like vision boarding, goal mapping, and burnout prevention exercises. I combine practical tools (e.g., CV/resume review, cover letter editing) with creative strategies to help clients clarify their vision, reconnect with their purpose, and plan actionable steps for their careers. My approach to Creative Career Coaching includes implementing the following: 1.) Vision Boarding 2.) Burnout Prevention Strategies 3.) Goal Mapping / Career Planning Hourly Rate for Creative Career Guidance: Hourly Rate: $30–$40/hr Package Options: * 1-hour session: $35–$45 * 90-minute session: $50–$60 * 2-hour deep session: $70–$80 2.) Academic and Career Guidance for Neurodivergent Individuals I provide personalized academic and career guidance designed to support neurodivergent clients in achieving their goals, both in school and professional life. My services combine practical tools, creative strategies, and supportive coaching to help clients succeed in their studies, career planning, and personal growth. Services include: 1.) Academic support: assignment planning, study strategies, time management, and stress management 2.) Career guidance: CV/resume review, cover letter editing, LinkedIn optimization, and mock interview preparation 3.) Creative strategies: goal mapping, personalized goal mapping, vision boarding, expressive writing, motivational activities, and burnout prevention exercises Hourly Rate: $30–$40/hr Package Options: * 1-hour session: $35–$45 * 90-minute session: $50–$60 * 2-hour deep session: $70–$80 2.) Picture Book Beta Reading Description: I provide detailed feedback on children’s picture books through comments and careful analysis, helping authors improve story structure, pacing, language, and how text works with illustrations. My training through two of three courses in the UCLA Extension Creative Writing program for picture books, along with my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, equips me to give thoughtful, constructive, and encouraging feedback. Hourly Rate: $25–$30/hr Fixed-Price: $50–$60 per short manuscript (~2 hours)

CAREER MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT MY APPROACH: I will focus on thoroughly understanding your background, current status, and goals. I will then create an individually tailored plan and guide you through the steps needed to achieve your career objectives. I focus on making the process as clear and efficient as possible. I enjoy teaching my clients how to job search and manage their career development so they can walk away from this experience with a lifelong skill. My experience is with the US job market. CLIENTS I AM WORKING WITH: At this time, I am currently working with female clients as I have gone through career stages that many women typically go through, such as career advancement, career change, transitioning back to work after caring for children, part-time employment, consulting, and portfolio careers. SERVICES I CAN PROVIDE: -Career coaching to identify a career that matches your values. -Job search coaching, including: -Resume -Cover letter -LinkedIn profile development/review -Networking -Interview preparation -Offer analysis/negotiation - Career change coaching - exploring and identifying career options and marketing transferable skills towards a new career. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS - Career Consultant for 10+ years for Right Management (a Manpower company). - HR Business Partner for 3 Fortune 500 companies, Ericsson, Sony, and Qualcomm, partnering with managers to make hiring and compensation decisions. - Worked with all levels of employees and ability levels, including administrative to executive, military/veterans, students, and clients with disabilities. - Worked with clients across all industries: technology, financial, pharmaceutical, consumer goods, entertainment, education, military/defense, oil and gas, insurance, healthcare, and more. - Master's in Counseling, Specializing in Career Development. - Career Coach of the Year 2023 for volunteer work for Hire Heroes, supporting women veterans, active duty and military spouses.

With deep expertise in executive search consulting, resume and career coaching, and project management, I help organizations and individuals unlock strategic hiring outcomes and career growth. I’ve led 50+ executive searches from VP to C-suite across high-growth, VC-backed startups and Fortune 500s, partnering directly with founders and investors to deliver top-tier talent in AI, SaaS, infrastructure, and cybersecurity. As a trusted advisor, I’ve built and scaled leadership teams across GTM functions — from sales and marketing to customer success. Alongside search, I offer career coaching and resume strategy, drawing from years of insider recruiting experience to help candidates stand out in competitive markets. I bring a project manager’s mindset to every engagement — streamlining hiring processes, driving alignment, and delivering outcomes with clarity and speed.

Are you a startup or small business navigating the complexities of building a high-performing team, or a job seeker navigating the competitive job market? I’m Val, a certified HR professional, and I specialize in turning these challenges into opportunities for growth and success. With a dynamic, 10+ year career spanning HR, recruiting, operations, and senior leadership, my career has equipped me with a unique understanding of hiring needs, particularly in early-stage and smaller companies. This diverse experience, including hands-on recruiting and hiring across various roles, has enhanced my expertise in talent acquisition, especially within the startup world. As a top-rated “plus”, expert-vetted freelancer on Upwork, I bring a track record of over 100 successful projects, receiving numerous five-star reviews from satisfied clients, reflecting my commitment to delivering exceptional results. My background as People & Talent Acquisition Manager, Director of Operations, Chief of Staff, and Executive Assistant has given me a unique perspective on the operational and strategic needs of growing businesses, and the importance of aligning these with the right talent. Key Problem Areas Addressed: Startup Talent Acquisition: Navigating the challenge of finding and retaining the right talent for startups and small businesses. I offer comprehensive recruiting solutions from sourcing to onboarding, ensuring a perfect fit for your evolving team. HR Strategy and Operations: Providing startups and small businesses with strategic HR guidance to establish robust operations, from compensation planning to policy development and compliance. Career Advancement for Individuals: Assisting job seekers with standout resume writing, effective cover letter creation, LinkedIn optimization and personalized career coaching, to help secure desired positions in a competitive job market. My Approach: Tailored Solutions: Understanding that each business and individual is unique, I offer customized strategies and services to meet specific needs and objectives. Comprehensive Expertise: Leveraging my extensive experience in HR, operations, and leadership to provide holistic solutions that encompass both the operational and human aspects of business growth and career development. Proven Track Record: With a history of satisfied clients and successful projects, I am dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction. Whether you're looking to build a high-performing team for your startup, streamline your HR operations, or take the next step in your career, I am here to guide you through each step of the process. Let's connect and explore how my expertise can solve your specific challenges and propel you towards your goals. HR Specialties: * Recruitment - full cycle recruiting, ATS tools * Payroll & benefits administration * HR policy and compliance, employee handbook creation * HRIS systems implementation and administration * Skilled at administering BambooHR, Breezy HR, Trinet, Gusto, Ceridian, Carta, Slack, Notion, G-Suite Resume Writing & Career Coaching Specialties: *Resume Writing *Cover Letter Writing *LinkedIn Optimizations *Interview Coaching *Salary Negotiation Coaching

After 10 years in recruiting and numerous requests from individuals seeking career advice,I have transitioned into full time career coaching. I've placed hundreds of candidates into jobs with great companies in technology, finance, healthcare and other industries. Areas of expertise would include Salary Negotiation, Resume and Linkedin Optimization, Interview Practice, Company Research, and Professional Networking. I'm credited with the ability to identify the talent and potential in others while improving areas that need work. I provide an encouraging, pragmatic, and highly effective strategy leading students to ideal results. What I do: Career advice - what do you want to do/purpose? Linkedin Optimization Resume critique and Editing Professional Networking Mock Interviews Company Research Increased confidence Defined goals Improved interview skills Negotiation skills - conflict and resolution Difficult conversation techniques Clarity and confidence you are moving forward in your career

I am a Cornell MBA, Director of Corporate Finance & Strategy at Viasat, which recently ranked #12 on Fortune’s Change the World list, previously a senior consultant in PwC’s Advisory team, and a part of Cornell Johnson Admissions Group (JAG). My focus is on undergrad and MBA admissions preparation and I specifically advise on admissions strategy, essay writing, resume crafting, and mock interview prep. To date, I have worked with over 100 private clients on a one-on-one basis for the past ten years and have helped prospective students place in the most competitive universities. My approach is completely personalized and specifically about positioning a compelling and inspiring story to the Admissions Committee. One of my goals is to strategize on scholarship approaches as I went through Cornell’s MBA program on scholarship as well as attaining scholarship admissions from other universities. As part of my professional career I have crafted numerous executive speeches and have a passion for writing. Professional Background: • Director, Corporate Finance & Strategy, Viasat • Senior Consultant, PwC Advisory • Distribution & Partnerships, hulu • Content Acquisition, Amazon.com • Mergers & Acquisitions, The Boeing Company Service Focus Areas: • MBA and Undergrad Admissions Preparation • Professional Career Coach • Mock Interview Prep • Admissions Essay Writing • Resume Writing