Hi There!
I’m Marnie, a Career Coach and Writer based in Austin, Texas.
About Me
I’ve never met a stranger, and that mentality has shaped my approach to my career path. Every job I’ve gotten was a result of networking on LinkedIn and every promotion I’ve negotiated was due to my ability to clearly communicate my professional impact. I’m here to help make your next adventure a reality.
Professional Background
Key Companies: ClassPass, iHeartMedia & Digitas
Role Types: People Management & Account Management
Key Experiences:
- Team Creation: Hiring + Training
- People Development: Promoting & Mentoring
- Client Management: Relationship Building & Upselling
Coaching Services
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1:1 Sessions
A 60 minute virtual session. We’ll work together to determine your exact session plan based on goals and budget.
- Focus Area 1: Job Search
- Focus Area 2: Career Development
Please reference FAQ’s below for more information.
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Virtual Resources
I believe coaching should be accessible at any budget, which is why I provide virtual resources at a significantly lower cost.
- Job Search Quick Scripts ($0)
- Cover Letter Template ($0)
- Resume Template ($5)
- Interview eBook ($20)
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Corporate Offerings
If you’re looking to support your team’s career development, I work directly with select companies on a quarterly basis.
My Focus Areas:
- First-Time Manager Development
- Internal Mobility Support
- Annual Review Support
Coaching FAQ’s
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Because I’ve spent the majority of my career in client-facing roles, I’m extremely tactical by nature. I invest dedicated time ahead of each session to customize our agenda and I ensure we leave each session with concrete learnings & next steps.
From a job search perspective, I have varied experience as candidate (every job I’ve gotten was from reaching out to a stranger on LinkedIn) and I’ve been on the hiring manager side.
I have a real love of words and my ability to articulate is my most consistent compliment from clients. This shines through in my resume re-writes, 10+ networking scripts accessible to all clients and any strategy session (interview prep, review prep, etc.).
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• 15 Minute Complimentary Consultation: A call to explore what you’d like to accomplish and how we can best work together.
• 60 Minute Coaching Session: A conversation to bring more clarity, inclusive of a customized agenda based on your goals.
• Follow Up Resources: Detailed follow up notes from each session, highlighting next steps, key callouts from our conversation and resources for future career development.
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The ideal number of sessions differs for each client depending on the goal. If you are a new client, you can book a 15 minute consultation call where we will discuss your needs and make a session plan.
For initial ideas, here are my recommendations:.
4 Sessions: Ideal for focusing on one specific step of the job search process or diving into a one-off career development need. Popular focuses include: job search best practices, interview preparation + annual review preparation.
8 Sessions: Ideal for anyone looking to have support for the full job search, including finding clarity on your next step, setting up a search strategy, securing interviews, preparing for interviews and negotiating offers. This is also a common selection for clients working through career development items, like promotion readiness, top performer habits or leadership training.
12 Sessions: Ideal for anyone that is looking for support throughout their job search or career development chapter and would like to have accountability meetings to stay on track.
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• Job Search: Application Process, LinkedIn Networking + Interview Prep
• Career Management: Top Performer Tactics, Salary Negotiations + Promotion Proposals
• People Management: First-Time Manager Transition, Conflict Resolutions, Team Growth and Performance Issues
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Check out my full page of client testimonials. Recent clients have secured jobs at Airbnb, Apple, ClassPass, Microsoft, Stanford University, Square & T-Mobile.
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Once we have our 15 minute consult call, you’ll be given access to a bookable calendar for all coaching sessions.
I kindly request all session reschedules or cancellations are done at least 24 hours ahead of time.
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If you’re in the Austin, Texas area, we can do in-person or virtual depending on your preference.
All virtual coaching sessions are held via Google Meet and all consult calls are held over the phone.
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I have experience working with current students in their internship search and recent graduates in their first job search. If you are a parent that is looking to learn more about coaching on behalf of your child, you are both welcome to join our initial consult call.
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Yes! You can buy a coaching gift card here that can redeemed for any package option.
Featured Client Reviews
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Marielle Wegener, Account Executive @ Square
I can’t recommend Marnie highly enough for anyone navigating their next career move. When I first reached out to her, I was overwhelmed with anxiety after losing my job, facing the challenge of updating my resume and LinkedIn for the first time in five years, and figuring out what I wanted to do next. Marnie was a delight to work with—empathetic, insightful, and incredibly skilled at breaking down what felt like a daunting task into manageable steps.
Throughout our multiple sessions, Marnie helped me identify my core values and what truly mattered to me in my next role. She provided detailed feedback on my resume and LinkedIn profile, giving me the confidence to present myself in the best light. Her mock interview questions and preparation tools were invaluable—I went through 8+ interviews and made it to the final round in most, thanks to her guidance.
What I appreciated most about Marnie was her ability to simplify the complex. I tend to overthink and complicate things, but she had a way of making everything feel straightforward and approachable. We worked together on refining my responses to interview questions until my story was not only polished but also perfectly aligned with my personal values and career goals.
Marnie wasn’t just a coach—she was an advocate, someone who believed in me and gave me the space to celebrate my wins and learn from my losses without judgment. Thanks to her support, I’m proud to say I landed my dream job at Square, and I couldn’t have done it without her.October 22, 2024
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Nicolette Lombardo, Client Success Manager @ Wunderkind
Marnie will fix your life! I truly believe I wouldn't have had a successful job search without Marnie in my corner.
Marnie’s approach to utilizing LinkedIn in my application process was a game-changer. She crafted an informed strategy that significantly increased my interview rate, helping me connect with key industry professionals and opportunities that I might have otherwise missed. Leveraging LinkedIn was instrumental in expanding my network.
Marnie’s interview preparation sessions were exceptional. She provided insightful feedback and tailored coaching that made me feel confident and well-prepared. Her advice on handling challenging questions and presenting my strengths effectively was invaluable, and it greatly improved my performance during interviews.
In addition to interview prep, Marnie played a crucial role in strategizing salary and offer negotiations. Her thorough preparation and advice ensured that I was able to make informed decisions and secure a competitive offer.
Throughout the entire job search process, Marnie was not just a coach but a true teammate. Her unwavering support, encouragement, and collaborative approach made the journey more manageable and less daunting. She was always available to provide guidance, celebrate milestones, and offer constructive feedback.
In summary, Marnie’s exceptional skills and genuine dedication make her an outstanding career coach. Her ability to enhance interview rates, provide top-notch preparation, strategize effectively for negotiations, and be a supportive coach is truly remarkable. I wholeheartedly recommend Marnie to anyone!!!!September 11, 2024
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Wolfgang Avirett, Account Executive @ Sirius Education Solutions
Working with Marnie was an all around fantastic experience!
I was transitioning from being a classroom teacher and that was all of my experience coming out of college. I didn't have a clue as to how navigate the job search market. After the initial consultation meeting, I felt much more at ease and felt assured that she would be able to help me reach my goal of obtaining a new career.
She was immensely helpful in helping create my resume from scratch. We were able to discuss experience, and she tweaked it with ease to catch the eye of recruiters. Each section was impactful and spoke to what value I could bring to companies.
When it came time to interviews, she walked me through a mock interview and gave the opportunity to practice giving various answers. When I was unsure how to form an answer, she offered to model an example of how she would answer the question, and it gave great reference to how I could format my response.
She frequently checked in during my job hunt offering help all along the way. She even helped establish some connections and kick off some conversations that ended up leading to interviews.
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Tiffany Johnson, Product and Business Specialist @ Apple
I had the pleasure of working with Marnie when I needed to update my resume after leaving a position I had held for almost a decade. With my skills rusty and the job market having evolved significantly, Marnie's expertise was invaluable.
Marnie not only helped me polish my resume but also provided crucial strategies that I took to heart. Thanks to her guidance, I successfully applied, interviewed, and accepted a role at Apple, with the ultimate goal of pursuing a more advanced role there.
What stands out about Marnie is her ability to provide targeted feedback that truly makes a difference. In my case, I was so well-prepared that I was offered a permanent position immediately after interviewing for a seasonal role—an uncommon achievement at Apple, where candidates typically undergo multiple rounds of applications and interviews.
Marnie's support was instrumental in helping me make a significant impression right from the start. I am confident that Apple can be my forever company, and getting my foot in the door with such a positive start means the world to me. I attribute this success to Marnie's expert advice and my own research on their specific interviewing process.
I can't thank Marnie enough for her assistance and I will undoubtedly be seeking her guidance again when it's time for a promotion. I am excited about the big things ahead at Apple and having Marnie by my side will be crucial for my continued success.
A big thank you once again, Marnie!August 3, 2024
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Lia Leibman, Botany Teaching Assistant @ California School of Herbal Studies
Working with Marnie was extremely helpful and has already payed for itself many times over. She coached me through a job offer and helped me negotiate which I had never attempted before. The negotiations were successful and will benefit me for years to come!
On top of this, Marnie helped me plan my transition out of my (now former) job in a way that worked for me and covered my work and social bases. Without her to help guide me during this time, I would have been an anxious mess.
Getting Marnie's perspective and experienced advice was grounding, fun, and practically helpful. She has set me up for success and I will be happy to return as a client in the future when needed. I highly recommend Marnie's career coaching services to anyone who feels they could use support in negotiations, job transitions, and career pathway explorations. An added bonus is that her personality was warm, professional, and genuinely caring, which made me feel very comfortable and at ease.May 25, 2024
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Jackie Kamel, Strategic Client Solutions Manager @ Consilio
Marnie was an absolute joy to work with and was instrumental in helping me land my new role!
I was laid off from my company in December 2023 due to a reduction in workforce and found myself thrust into one of the toughest job markets of my professional career. I was trying everything and I had gotten a few interviews here and there, but was having a really hard time getting further in the process just due to the sheer number of applicants. That's when I found Marnie. I found her via a Podcast episode she did for Career Contessa on resume dos and don'ts. She was instrumental in helping me navigate this tough job market and helping me stand out. It was pretty disheartening and I was beginning to lose confidence in myself, but Marnie helped me with great feedback, ideas, and support, and helped to build that confidence back up that I had begun to lose. She helped me in so many ways, but really customized the experience to what I felt needed work on, specifically my resume, interview prep, and how to stand out in interviews so I could land an offer. I have done some great things in my career, but I was having a hard time articulating them in my interviews and she really helped me craft my story both on paper in my resume and verbally so that employers would see what a standout candidate I was. With her help, I was able to land my top choice role and I couldn't be more excited!
I can't recommend Marnie enough! She's a lovely human with a warm and inviting personality. She has excellent experience and really great knowledge from her vast background in different industries and roles. I am actually looking forward to continuing to work with Marnie as I grow in my career and definitely when I'm on the hunt for my next role. If you want an excellent partner on your side to help you in your job search and also excelling in your career, you've got to work with Marnie! You won't regret it!March 21, 2024
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Sophia Pasajlic, Allocation Analyst @ GUESS
Career coaching with Marnie has been the best investment in myself and my career. Before coming to her I was feeling defeated and absolutely exhausted with my job search. After one 50 min session with her, I felt like I could breathe again. She had such organized plans of action for us to take and so much insightful knowledge about resumes, LinkedIn, cover letters, and reaching out to recruiters. She is literally the Resume Queen, we re-worked my entire resume into something I am truly proud of and I’m excited to send to companies. She also took me through her thorough process while editing so I can make changes to my resume in the future as well.
When I started applying to jobs with my new resume and following her steps on reaching out to recruiters on LinkedIn, I heard back from two companies that I was really interested in within the day about scheduling interviews for the next week. I am forever grateful that I have Marnie throughout this career process and for literally giving me my confidence back.
She listens, takes notes throughout sessions, gives insightful feedback, and is truly invested in the success of her clients and is so passionate about what she does. She covers everything from your LinkedIn profile to your resume, and cover letter to create a professional brand for yourself. I bought one session initially to see if it actually helped and right after I quickly bought the 4 session packet so we could have time dedicated to resume, cover letter, interview prep, etc. This entire experience has been so positive and wonderful and I’m so excited to continue to work with Marnie in the future!
February 16, 2024
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Jennifer Stanten, Enablement Program Manager @ Airbnb
I worked with Marnie over the last several months while I was job hunting and she was there every step of the way.
Marnie helped me prepare for key interviews, reviewed assignments that were part of my interview process, taught me negotiation strategies and how to be confident in these situations, and asked thoughtful questions to help me uncover my strengths and the stories that showcased them. Each of our 50-minute sessions was very impactful, and I always left feeling more confident and prepared.
Marnie would remember important dates, interviews, and conversations and proactively reach out to me to offer her support and share some words of encouragement. Her coaching sessions helped me feel super confident in interviews and ultimately land a job that I am really excited about!!November 20, 2023
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Vanessa Tanur, Community Manager @ LALO Tequila
Marnie played such a pivotal role in my job hunting journey. She was exceptionally organized and attentive, helping me to clarify my thoughts and focus on the key points I needed to convey during interviews. The job hunt can often feel overwhelming and discouraging, but Marnie was consistently uplifting and encouraging, providing the support I needed to stay positive and confident.
Her expertise and dedication truly made a difference in my journey, and I highly recommend her to anyone seeking a career coach who genuinely cares about their success. I wouldn't be where I am today without her guidance!
December 2, 2024
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Caroline Rice, Sales Consultant @ Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits
Working with Marnie was the key to my job search! After months of job seeking, my confidence was dwindling and I was experiencing a lot of self-doubt. Thankfully, I found Marnie and she was able to provide the support I needed to get back on track. She is very flexible, patient, and committed to helping you navigate through each step of the job seeking journey.
Going into our first session, one of my major concerns was my niche work experience and how to translate that to a new industry. Together, we workshopped how to highlight my strengths in a clear and concise way that hiring managers would acknowledge. She helped me create a plan of action moving forward and continued to provide insightful feedback throughout all of our sessions. This included advice on resume building, interview preparation, and negotiation strategy. Marnie is truly an expert at what she does and I can’t recommend her enough!
October 17, 2024
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Erica Van Voast, Industry Alliances Manager @ Gusto
I had a career coaching session with Marnie to help with my job search and interview preparation, and I cannot emphasize enough how much value I derived from just a single session. Marnie was incredibly organized and brought invaluable insights that helped me refine my interview approach with confidence. Thanks to her guidance, I was able to knock my next interview out of the park and ultimately land the job!
Marnie also prepared a personalized prep sheet for me, including categories for stories and a streamlined overview that made me feel more confident and allowed my personality to shine through. If you're feeling stuck in your job search or need a thought leader to bounce ideas off, get on Marnie’s schedule! You’ll see the lift and value immediately.October 13, 2024
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Berkeley Joy Mashburn, Account Executive @ Quinn PR
Working with Marnie was one of the earliest—and most important—decisions I made during my job search. At the time, I was ready to change industries, but I wasn’t sure where I wanted to go. Marnie helped me identify the skills I was most excited to use in my next role and ensured my resume highlighted those strengths. She helped me translate my political experience into corporate language, which was critical to my job search. Marnie was also instrumental in building my confidence, especially as I prepared to interview for corporate roles for the first time. Her interview prep was thorough and storytelling-focused, enabling me to calmly and confidently approach interviews with three companies at once. Even after I received an offer, Marnie continued to go above and beyond, helping me weigh my options and providing negotiation strategies I would never have thought of on my own.
I highly recommend working with Marnie, whether you’re looking to transition into a new industry or simply want to strengthen your interview and personal branding skills. I especially recommend her to young women who need someone in their corner to boost their confidence and help them navigate early career challenges – you will benefit so much from working with Marnie!October 2, 2024
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Claudia De La Rosa, Market Analyst @ RBN Energy
I enjoyed working with Marnie on career strategy and negotiation. I found her to be well prepared and an excellent listener who asked thoughtful questions during our sessions.
She helped me access certain insights that I was not aware of prior to our sessions. Marnie also helped me craft communications and approach negotiations in a way that was still kind and direct. I recommend her and feel confident enough in her services that I would use them again in the future. Really great!
September 9, 2024
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Alexandria Fontanez, Production Operations Manager @ Backlot
For anyone seeking exceptional career coaching from an empathetic and detail-oriented professional, I cannot recommend Marnie enough! Marnie always arrived to sessions with a thoughtful, thorough agenda based on my career goals, and generously shared invaluable resources for career exploration and networking.
Her guidance and support extended beyond coaching sessions on zoom where she helped me refine my resume, and update my professional pitch. She was also available via email and text to help me in real time while negotiating a job offer, ultimately helping me to secure an offer $10k above the top of an employer's proposed range. Her compassion, organization, strategic thinking, and kindness set her apart from other career coaches and I look forward to working with her throughout various stages in my career!September 14, 2024
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Lauren Dwebeng, Compensation Manager @ Holman
Marnie was extremely kind and helpful throughout every stage of my job search. Before I was even ready to apply for jobs, she helped me gather my thoughts and think about my non-negotiables as far as what I wanted in my next role. We workshopped my resume together line by line and she helped me concisely drive home all of the points I wanted to make about my experience. Marnie gave me some feedback on my LinkedIn presence, which really helped me get my foot in the door at a great company.
After each session, I left feeling empowered and less overwhelmed about the daunting task of a job search and interviewing. I have already recommended Marnie as a coach to family and friends struggling in their job search and career path, but would continue to recommend her to anyone in need of some help and encouragement with their own search.
August 28, 2024
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Stacey Cohen, Business Development Manager @ Wexer
Working with Marnie was a game changer for my career. As a professional career coach, she transformed my resume by enhancing its narrative and making it far more impactful and compelling. Her approach simplified the process and gave me greater confidence as I began the interview journey.
Throughout the lengthy six-month interview process, Marnie provided invaluable moral support and guidance, especially during times of rejection. Her expertise in final interview preparation played a crucial role in landing me my top choice role.
I highly recommend Marnie at any stage of your career. I will definitely continue to seek her guidance as I advance in my professional journey!August 8, 2024
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Claire Silcox, Program Manager @ University of Chicago
I came to Marnie for coaching after feeling lost and discouraged from job searching for months after an unexpected layoff. Marnie provided a fresh and energized perspective on my job search and suggested new strategies to help me secure more interviews. She also was instrumental in helping me rebuild my confidence and prepare more effectively for my interviews.
With Marnie's help, I was able to secure a new fulfilling and rewarding job in my desired field!
July 8, 2024
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Kristen Caughman, Data Analyst @ Curran Acturial Consulting
I could not recommend Marnie more! Coming straight out of college, I was confused and intimidated by the job application process. Marnie helped explain everything to me and helped me feel prepared and confident for all steps of the process.
From resume review, to LinkedIn help, to question prep, she helped me go from nervous to excited to start applying! So glad I found her, as she helped me feel super prepared for interview questions! I felt so much more confident and well spoken after our meeting. Marnie was able to help prepare me so much!
May 28, 2024
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Jennifer Cole, Research Associate @ States United Democracy Center
Marnie was a huge help throughout my job search! She gave a combination of really practical, objective advice about how to approach each step of the process (resume, applications, networking, and interviews), as well as personal support with checking in, wishing me luck with important interviews and conversations, and helping boost my confidence.
She went above and beyond supporting me through the end of my job search, continuing to check in and offer advice even after we finished our four sessions. I'm super excited to be starting an ideal new job, in no small part thanks to Marnie!
April 17, 2024
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Chloe Aronoff, Senior Marketing Consultant @ Lascivious
Marnie helped me distill my resume to the most crucial details and provided many valuable resources for professional development and best practices.
I highly recommend her services to anyone who wants approachable and knowledgeable insight for their career journey/transition. I won't hesitate to turn to Marnie for future coaching and advice!
January 31, 2024
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Natalie Charlier, Operations Associate @ Legacy Foundation
I worked with Marnie for four sessions during my job search and she was so helpful! She gave me specific, constructive feedback on my resume and LinkedIn presence and the advice she gave me allowed me to connect with the current company that I work for. When I was interviewing with them and negotiating the salary, she helped prep me and talked through all of the pros and cons when I got the job offer prior to me accepting it.
I’ve been with my new company for 6 months and it is such a better overall/culture fit for me. Marnie helped me determine what kind of roles I wanted to look for in the first place and was helpful throughout the entire process of applying, interviewing, and then negotiating for my new position.
January 25, 2024
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Peter Sohn, Attorney
I first came across Marnie when she was featured on the "Career Contessa" podcast. She immediately impressed with her ability to distill down a wealth of information into meaningful, actionable, and relevant next steps.
She also has the ability to draw upon her former sales background to provide the most impactful recommendations possible when giving her hyper-specific feedback. In addition, she has incredibly creative approaches (and a deep bench of knowledge) when it comes to her insight. Marnie is a true professional and I'm glad to have crossed paths with her!
January 17, 2024
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Giuliana Hazelwood, Head of People & Talent @ Eating Disorder Recovery Specialists
Marnie was an instrumental source of support for me during my job search, which led me to a wonderful new job! From resume editing to salary negotiations, she guided me from beginning to end.
She's an incredible cheerleader and so generous with her time, expertise, and support. I'm so grateful for her guidance!
December 25, 2023
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Max Ross, Cloud Solutions Strategy Intern @ Microsoft
Marnie is an excellent career coach that provides the much needed explanation of the inner workings behind securing a job. She provided me with a comprehensive overview of tasks I should take and helped me complete them. She also revitalized my STAR stories and helped me explain them in a coherent and very understandable manner.
She is excellent to work with and I would definitely recommend her!
December 5, 2023
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Kate Blumenthal, Senior Associate @ GFI Capital
Marnie is incredible! She is patient, organized and insightful. She was a helpful resource as I was looking for my next opportunity. She provided unique ways to look at things and was instrumental in helping me identify exactly what I wanted to be doing. I am grateful for her expertise and would definitely recommend her.
November 28, 2023
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Tracey Porras, Marketing Manager @ NIBILL
Marnie is an exceptional career coach. She helped me identify what I wanted to do, change career paths, and get me a salary that was 10k above what I believed I could be compensated for.
I highly recommend talking with Marnie if you need any type of career guidance, but especially if you are thinking of changing careers. She gave me the confidence boost and guidance I needed to get me on the right track.
November 22, 2023
