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About Marilyn Feldstein

Marilyn A. Feldstein is the Founder and President of Career Choices Unlimited, Inc. She specializes in career development in both one-on-one and group coaching.

Click here to read what current and former clients have said about Marilyn’s services.

Certifications

Certified as a Job and Career Transition Coach (JCTC)
Certified Practitioner of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
Certified Professional in the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM-CP)
Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR)

Education & Experience

Master’s degree from Penn State University
Bachelor’s degree from the University of South Florida
Honored with the “Excellence in Coaching and Mentoring Award” in 2008 and 2011 presented by the University of North Florida, the Association for Talent Development (ATD), and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Featured speaker on CBS, Clear Channel Radio and Cox Media
Keynote Speaker for Virginia College Graduation
More than 20 years’ experience working in both corporate and nonprofit organizations
Held management and leadership positions at AT&T American Transtech, AccuStaff PeopleSystems, and Merrill Lynch
Adjunct Full Professor in Career Management at Webster University Graduate School
Senior Consultant for Spherion; Williams, Roberts, Young, Inc.; and The Curtiss Group International
Past President and Past Board Member of the Northeast Florida Chapter of the Association for Talent Development (ATD)
Past Vice President of the Career Management Special Interest Group of the Northeast Florida Association for Talent Development (ATD)
Member of Career Directors International (CDI), the International Coaches Federation (ICF), the ICF North Florida Coaching Chapter, the Association for Talent Development (ATD), and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

Publications

Guest on ATD Talks Talent Podcast: “Negotiate Your Way to Your Dream Job With Marilyn Feldstein“
Author, Article for TD Magazine: “Build Bridges, Don’t Burn Them“
Author, Article for TD Magazine: “Managing Your Career After Age 40“
Author, Article for TD Magazine: “Show Me the Money“
Author, Article for TD Magazine: “A Different Way to Find Your Next Position“
Author, Article for TD Magazine: “4 Ways to Prepare for Technical Challenges”
Featured in The Florida Times-Union, 904 Magazine, and Mature Matters Magazine
Contributing author, “Find Your Fit: A Practical Guide to Landing a Job You’ll Love.”
Author, Infoline for Association for Talent Development: “Defining and Leveraging Your Professional Value“
Published in No-Nonsense Resumes (Career Press)
Published in Expert Resumes for Baby Boomers (JIST)
Published in Directory of Professional Resume Writers: How to Find and Work with a Pro to Accelerate Your Job Search (JIST)
Published in Job Search Bloopers: Every Mistake You Can Make on the Road to Career Suicide… and How to Avoid Them (Career Press)
Published in No-Nonsense Job Interviews: How to Impress Prospective Employers & Ace Any Interview (Career Press)

Recent Articles & Upcoming Events

Did You Know? It’s an Employee Market!
February 1, 2019

New Office Location!
July 3, 2017

Marilyn invited to speak at ATD Conference
June 7, 2017

Marilyn interviewed on First Coast Forum
June 3, 2017

Negotiating Salary and Benefits
July 8, 2016

Upcoming: How To Stay Relevant In An Ever-Changing Market
January 7, 2016

Marilyn Feldstein’s expertise was critical to my seeking opportunities while attending a work conference. I would not have obtained my new job had Marilyn not advised me on the importance of attending conferences as well as participating in the various events, such as the golf tournament and tour, which allowed for casual interactions ideal for networking.

Her insights and understanding of today’s job market and relationships/connections with others, as well as her advice and expertise on networking, enabled me to meet a colleague who subsequently hired me for a new position in his organization. This new position helped me reach my goals of moving closer to my parents and my wife’s parents and returning to my career passion of city management while doubling my salary!!! I highly recommend that anyone reach out to Marilyn Feldstein if you are in need of career assistance!!!!!

Quentin McPhatterAssistant City Manager, City of Gastonia, NC

I came to Marilyn when I was at a crossroads in my career. I was looking for a new opportunity but was not having much success on my own. Marilyn helped me focus on my strengths and taught me how to market myself in a more effective manner. She led me to consider paths that I had not explored on my own. She totally reconstructed my resume and coached me through networking, interviewing, and negotiating an offer. I cannot say enough about Marilyn and how valuable her assistance has been.

Jeff RaitAssistant Vice President - Business Analyst, Deutsche Bank

It is a great honor to tell you about Marilyn, whom I met at the ATD International Conference and Exhibition this past year. I attended Marilyn’s one-on-one career coaching session as a worn-out professional who knew she needed a job change, and after just 45 minutes with Marilyn, I left confident and inspired to make that change. Marilyn is a great listener and I felt like she genuinely cared about me; she “got” me. Until recently, Marilyn had no idea how much of an impact she had on me in that moment, but long after I boarded that plane back home to NY, Marilyn’s words keep ringing in my ears and her action plan was at the forefront of my everyday activities. I am now happily employed at a different company, and I can confidently say that this would not have happened without Marilyn’s empathetic words and listening ear. Even during some of the most trying times over the past few months, the memory of Marilyn’s words comforted me. Anyone who has the opportunity to work with Marilyn is truly blessed. Her advice, compassion, and support will impact your life in such a profound way, just as it has impacted mine. Marilyn is a career coach by trade, and a people coach by passion.

Candice HuntSenior Talent Development Specialist

A couple of years ago, I felt the need to jump-start my career by working with a career coach. I did not personally know any career coaches, so I began my search online. I chose Marilyn Feldstein because she met all of the criteria I was looking for in a career coach: strong credentials, impressive testimonials and a clear track record of successful coaching relationships. Starting with our first conversation, I knew that Marilyn was the right fit for me. She provided very clear direction for the process that she would use during our sessions, and her tremendous enthusiasm and positive attitude throughout each of our engagements kept me highly motivated. As a result of my great experiences with Marilyn, I am involved in career development activities that I never would have imagined, and my career satisfaction is at an all-time high.

Doug LeFeverSales Operations Manager, Johnson & Johnson

Marilyn is a regular presenter for the CareerSource Professional Network. The participants always take away something new that makes them far more confident and savvy in their career transition.

Candace MoodyWorkSource, Vice President, Marketing & Communications

My transition into the finance industry began a new world of professional opportunities, and I have Marilyn to thank. Marilyn took the time to understand my professional strengths, accomplishments, and aspirations fully. She translated that information into a powerful resume that garnered attention for positions I never knew were possible. My phone rang multiple times. Marilyn’s assistance did not stop with just my resume; she coached me on interviewing and job negotiations. I felt as if I had a partner with me each step of the way. Marilyn is now a critical component to my professional support team – when I am ready to begin new challenges, she will be the first person I call.

Tanya Johnson-CoomesAssistant Vice President, Business Manager at Deutsche Bank Wealth Management