Desiree Martino

Experience

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  Association for Financial Professionals

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2005

  Career Manager

  Developed, managed and coordinated association’s programs supporting the career advancement of finance executives. Served as a Career Coach. Assisted members from entry-level to CFO. Produced the Compensation Survey for Financial Professionals moved it online and took it from declining sales to doubling revenue in one year. Performed research on job market and trends. Managed Job Center, served as employment resource to assist with interview strategies, job market trends, and salary negotiation. Show less

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  Self-Employed

  Jan 2005 - now

  Career Consultant

  I guide clients with every aspect of career decisions. I assist job hunters to advance their career. I provide résumé critiques, fully written résumés, LinkedIn profiles, and cover letters. I work with senior level clients across the world via phone, Google Meets, Zoom, Handshake and WebEx.I pride myself on getting referrals from customers on a regular basis.

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  Career Consultant

  Dec 2018 - now

  Professional Résumé Writer

  Vendor for the State of Connecticut Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) Vocational Rehabilitation Program and Level-Up to write résumés for people with disabilities.I specialize in crafting resumes that highlight a client's abilities. This often takes a creative approach using functional and combination resumes assisting clients who have gaps in experience or who are underemployed.I recently sat through a 4-hour resume training offered by the Connecticut Department of Labor to stay up to date on trends in the industry. Show less

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  UConn Center for Career Development

  Aug 2019 - now

  Career Coach

  As a Career Coach, a large part of my day is working one-on-one with students on topics relating to major, internships, co-ops and potential career paths post-graduation. I offer practice interviews for students and alumni too.I spend a portion of my time managing projects. I recently developed a Career Page for International Students. This is a place where International Student can come to find information tailored to their specific career development needs. I have authored a blog on resume writing, preparing for career fairs, and practice interviews. I have also developed multiple sample practice resumes.I chose higher education because I have a passion for working with young adults. Show less