What if the career coach who could transform your professional trajectory was just a conversation away? Valerie Martinelli of Valerie Martinelli Consulting joins us to reveal how she's helping mid and senior-level executives secure substantial salary increases—often between $15,000 and $60,000—while landing roles that truly advance their careers.

Valerie shares her compelling personal journey from nonprofit program manager to successful entrepreneur. After running a mentoring program for women and girls, she faced the same question she now helps her clients answer: "Why wait to do what I love?" Nine years into her business, she's developed a reputation as a fierce advocate for job seekers across industries, from engineering to project management, sales, and marketing.

The conversation debunks common misconceptions about career coaching—no, coaches aren't therapists, and they can't magically secure jobs for clients. Instead, Valerie emphasizes the collaborative nature of coaching: providing guidance, structure, and genuine support through what can be an emotionally challenging process. Her warm, relationship-focused approach has led to long-term client partnerships that span multiple career transitions, particularly valuable during tumultuous periods like pandemic-related layoffs.

What resonates most is Valerie's self-identification as a "job seeker advocate" in a tough market where professionals often feel wronged or overlooked. "People need someone in their corner and they need to know that someone actually cares about them," she explains. This philosophy transforms what could be a transactional service into something much more meaningful—a partnership where clients feel truly supported while achieving remarkable career advancements. Ready to transform your executive career? Connect with Valerie through LinkedIn, via email at [email protected], or visit askvmc.com.