I've been where you are—staring at job boards, feeling overwhelmed by endless applications, and wondering if I'm doing everything wrong. During my own career transitions, I thought job searching was just about submitting resumes and hoping for the best. I'd apply to dozens of positions online, rarely hearing back, and feeling more discouraged with each rejection or silence. The whole process felt like throwing darts in the dark. The turning point came when I realized I needed to approach job searching strategically, not desperately. Through trial and error—and yes, plenty of rejections—I discovered that finding the right opportunities isn't just about what you know, but who you know, how you present yourself, and where you actually look. I learned to leverage networking in ways that felt authentic, figured out how to make job boards work for me, and discovered the hidden job market that most people never tap into. The journey taught me that job searching is a skill set in itself—one that no one really teaches you. I went from dreading the process to feeling confident and strategic about it. Now I help others navigate their searches using the real-world tactics that actually work. If you're feeling stuck, sending applications into the void, or unsure where to start, I've been there. The good news? There's a better way, and you don't have to figure it out through trial and error like I did.

I used to dread job interviews more than anything else in my career. My palms would sweat, my mind would go blank, and I'd walk out of interviews knowing I hadn't shown my best self. I'd replay every stumbled answer and awkward pause for days afterward. Despite having solid experience and qualifications, I felt like I was failing at the one thing that mattered most—actually getting the job. The breakthrough came when I realized that interviewing is a skill you can develop, not just a talent you're born with. I started treating interviews like conversations rather than interrogations. I learned to prepare stories that showcased my experience, developed techniques to manage my nerves, and discovered how to turn my anxiety into focused energy. Most importantly, I figured out how to be authentically myself while still being professional and polished. Through multiple interviews across different industries and roles, I've learned what actually works—and what doesn't. I've experienced everything from panel interviews to video calls to informal coffee chats, and each taught me something new about connecting with interviewers and presenting my value. Now I walk into interviews feeling prepared and confident, knowing I can handle whatever comes my way. If you're dreading your next interview or feeling like you're not showing up as your best self, I've been exactly where you are.

I once left a job that looked amazing on the outside—but behind closed doors, it was chaotic, unkind, and eroding my self-worth. I questioned my judgment, second-guessed every decision, and carried a quiet shame about what had happened. Leaving was only the beginning of healing. I had to unpack what I experienced, untangle my identity from the toxic culture, and remind myself of who I really was. It wasn’t instant, but with reflection, support, and new opportunities, I began to feel strong again. If you’ve walked away from a painful work environment, you’re not alone—and it’s not your fault. Let’s talk about how to process what you’ve been through and rebuild your confidence moving forward.

My expertise comes from more than just training—it was forged by navigating a difficult path. I grew up in a traditional, homophobic Latin American household marked by poverty and domestic violence. As a queer person in that environment, I learned firsthand how to survive trauma, carve out my own identity, and fight for a better future on my own terms. That journey is why I’m so committed to this work. My lived experience informs how I help others through their own complex life transitions. It’s why I became a Behavior Interventionist for the autism community and completed 80 hours of Peer Support training—to turn my understanding into practical, effective support. I meet you with the profound empathy that only comes from having walked a similar road, ready to help you find your own path forward.