I have found the Birkman assessment, and Pelin's expert facilitation, to be absolutely essential to my present job search. I have always found the external demands of weighing offers and options bewildering. Faced with the complexity of the process, as well as the array of demands that looking for a good position entail, it is all too easy to become reactive and lose sight of what one is really looking for. This is why I am so glad I decided to work with Pelin, and go through with the Birkman assessment/consultation. As she makes clear with her characteristic intelligence, sensitivity, and warmth - the test helps to gauge your core motivations and needs, while also giving you an effective sense of how you navigate those needs in the pressure of external situations. Though I pride myself on practicing introspection to a deep degree, it was nonetheless powerful to have access to a targeted and more "objective" snapshot of my personality, especially as it fits in to the workplace environment. As I now go through the interview process, I have found that her interpretations of the test have become fundamental in my decision making. They have allowed to me to have a real concrete functional sense of what my needs are, and what type of working situation would best allow me to be happy and thrive. In short, I would wholeheartedly recommend Pelin's services to anyone who feels that they need help translating their own internal life into a better set of career opportunities. She has a rare combination of traits that naturally draw a person out, and allow them to explore parts of themselves they might not even know are there. If this weren't enough, she also possesses a strong practical and objective sense that, in combination with her formidable work experience, allows her to effectively aid her clients to find that ideal balance between their personal and professional selves. If you are considering a session I would not hesitate. As you can see from the other reviews here, the benefits of working with her immediate and tangible. Just don't be surprised if you continue to sense subtler positive effects long after the session. read more

I had been looking to relocate, searching for a job across the country without success. I realized I needed some expert help. Although I thought I had a strong resume, Pelin quickly pointed out some weaknesses that were holding me back. She worked with me to refine both the document and, crucially, my LinkedIn presence. From the first call, she exuded warmth and positive energy. Our meetings were a series of discussions that continuously drew me into the process. Pelin's guidance on networking was empowering--exactly the right combination of supporting framework and an encouraging push that I needed. Her ability to rapidly gain insights into my industry, career, experience, and what distinguishes me from the competition was incredibly impressive. She pairs that with a gift for quickly zeroing in on those areas that need attention. Pelin is direct and assertive when needed, but always refreshingly open and inquisitive. She is never without a smile. It was such a pleasure working with Pelin, and I'm sure I'll be returning for her guidance in the future. read more

I've never hired an interview coach before but as I was preparing for a multiple round interview, I thought I could use the extra practice. I reached out to Pelin after finding her through Yelp and she followed up immediately to schedule me in for the following week. During my session, she distilled my experience into a compelling story--she helped craft the perfect elevator pitch and made sure I ready for every type of question an interviewer might ask. I was impressed that she also took the time to study the job description to make sure all of my answers were targeting the role strengths. Pelin is a master at dissecting personality and uncovering potential! If you're feeling nervous about interviewing or want someone to help steer you in the right direction, I'd highly recommend Pelin. I wouldn't have been nearly as confident walking into my interview and I ended up getting the job! Thank you Pelin! read more

Pelin is an insightful dynamo who found the best way to package and present my achievements to prospective employers. I am very good at the work I do, but I lack the polish needed when it comes to selling myself and Pelin really came through for me in that regard. Pelin helped me understand how to properly describe my work, what makes a good resume, and how to use my LinkedIn account effectively. Not only did I gain much more effective tools, but I feel I have a stronger grasp of how to target and successfully hunt the next stage of my career. On top of her professional guidance, Pelin is a pleasure to work with. I honestly felt that she cared about what I wanted and really tried to steer me in the direction of my dream job. I would use her again in a heartbeat, but seeing now that my search is going well, I probably won't have to anytime soon. read more

Realizing that I wanted to change careers was a scary idea and I'm so glad I was able to find Pelin! With her help and the Birkman assessment I was able to find out what field I should really be in to be happy and successful. The test is insightful and pointed out characteristics in me that I hadn't even realized before, and I now know what kind of environment I need to be able to thrive, and what kinds of workplaces to avoid. Pelin was able to help me figure out what job options are possible with the skills I already have, and luckily it's not too far of a leap! I'm so lucky to have found her and I'm excited to finally have the career direction I'd been seeking. I highly recommend her services! read more

Pelin is an amazing career counselor! I would highly recommend her to anyone that needs help with job searching, resume building or completing a school application. Pelin helped me choose the graduate schools, create a resume, fill out the online application, and develop a personal statement for each school. She was always prepared for our meetings and worked around my work schedule. By breaking down the application into manageable chunks, Pelin made the application process a lot less stressful for me. I am extremely grateful for her help and very happy with my experience! read more

Pelin is a career consultant star. Between her in-depth knowledge about a wide variety of industries and her ability to match personality and career, Pelin is a great person to have on your side. She worked tirelessly with me every step of the process from providing insight about my personality and targeting best-fit jobs to endlessly reworking my resume and LinkedIn. On top of it all she created a welcoming environment in which I felt comfortable examining how I'd been pursuing all the wrong career paths for my personality. Her help was instrumental in my job search. read more

I would encourage anyone seeking a change in their career or interested in learning more about themselves to meet with Pelin. The Birkman Assessment and Pelin's guidance offered unique insight into my motivations, strengths, and stress reactors. Not only does Pelin provide insight as an experienced professional, but also as someone who has completely shifted her own path in order to follow her passion. Her consultation allowed me the courage and tools needed to deeply assess an inclination towards changing my career, and this has made a profound impact. read more

I first met this incredible woman in Istanbul. Five years passed and now I LOVE and TRUST HER. Here are the reasons: She is clever and talented. A mixture of science and art. A mixture of left brained and rigth brained. She is rational to give rational advices and to help you for your success and to achieve your goals. BUT / AND She is also sensitive as a human being that increases her capacity to understand people. whatelse do i expect from a consultant? read more

Pelin uses the Birkman model, which provides guidance based on your motivations, as opposed to the conventional models that are based on your strengths - and that made all the difference for me. After having met with Pelin, I have clear understanding of what drives my motivation and how to infuse it into the workplace and even personal life outside of work. I highly recommend her to anybody. read more

Pelin really knows how to gather and organize thoughts as well as articulate strengths and achievements in clear, concise statements. She pays much needed attention to important details that help make up the big picture. Pelin is currently helping as an advisor on some career issues. In my opinion, Pelin would make valuable contribution to anyone's career aspirations. read more

Pelin is a good and professional coach. She knows what is suitable and appropriate for you. I came to Pelin at NYU's networking night and she taught me how to perfect my pitch and how to build my personal brand. She possesses profound and remarkable insight. I strongly recommend her as a coach to anyone who has problems about pursuing career. read more

In the middle of a career transition, I had been struggling to get interviews and found building a proper resume and public profile a daunting task. Pelin was able to learn about my past and create an impressive looking profile for me to share. The interviews opportunities immediately followed. She is also a hell of an artist! read more

I have known and worked with Pelin for several years. She is so insightful, warm, fabulous listener and a very encouraging person. If you are in need of career guidance I definitely recommend going to see her. You feel comfortable while you are working with her. It was a pleasure to work with Pelin. read more