This scorecard works:
➤ Even if you have made it to interview stage repeatedly and still did not get the offer, and cannot figure out what keeps going wrong.
➤ Even if you are not getting to interview stage at all and have no idea why, because on paper everything looks right.
➤ Even if you have quietly stopped applying for what you actually want. Not because you are not ready, but because somewhere between when you first started and now, you lowered the bar and called it being realistic.
➤ Even if you are working harder than you have ever worked. Redoing the CV. Following the advice. Starting over every Monday. And nothing is changing.
➤ Even if you are carrying this completely alone. Nobody in your life knows how long this has been going on.
This is not a confidence problem. It is not the market. It is not bad luck.
There are four specific areas that determine how ready you are to secure your dream job.
This scorecard tells you exactly where your gap is and what closing it looks like 4 minutes or less.
Positioning yourself is a skill. I teach it.
Why I built this scorecard and what your results are about to tell you.
The four areas that determine how ready you really are
The Packaging Problem
When the experience is there but something falls apart at interview stage, and you cannot name what.
The Drift
When accumulated rejection quietly lowers your ceiling and you start calling it being realistic.
Just Keep Going Isn't a Strategy
When effort has replaced direction and every week resets on Monday with nothing changing.
The Secrecy
When you are carrying the search completely alone because everyone in your life is a reason not to tell.
Most people carry a mix of all four. Not for months. Years.
Your dream job readiness score shows you exactly where your gap is and which area to focus on first.
They recognised something in their results. You might too.
I really just stopped thinking the problem is me. Like if it was my fault that I didn't have any replies from interviews. The way I think about myself changed and therefore, the way I behave about my career also changed.
Milena D, Portugal
The quiz identified areas where I could improve and clearly described the problem/situations that I find myself in.
Marie, USA
Working with Marilena during the early phase of my human rights career was a complete game-changer. She doesn't just look at your CV, she sees your true potential, breaks down the overwhelming job market into an actionable strategy, and gives you the exact confidence and tools you need to build a striking CV. Her meticulous attention to detail and exceptional organisation skills helped me navigate the initial chaotic entry level job hunt. She was my absolute anchor from my master's graduation to my first big corporate breakthroughs, and her brilliant guidance was instrumental in helping me navigate the world of job applications and interviews.
Ritika, India/Denmark
Marilena's coaching was a turning point for me early in my career. I was shortlisted for a highly competitive ICRC traineeship alongside over 800 applicants, and while I had the CV and qualifications, her guidance empowered me to find my voice and truly own the interview. That breakthrough laid a strong foundation for my international career, which eventually led me to land different roles at the United Nations. Her ability to help clients tap into their inner confidence is unmatched, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking to make their next big professional leap.
Elisa, Brazil
Before I worked with Mari, I felt that I lacked clarity regarding how to position myself and to communicate my strengths effectively. Mari helped me crystallize my strengths without omitting what makes me unique. She helped me find the common thread between all the role that I have had to suitably align with my ideal role. The materials she provided helped harness my versatility from a vantage point and an asset instead of viewing it as liability to position me well.
Sedilame, Botswana
From the first time we spoke, Marilena shared so much wisdom and insight that was immediately applicable to the communications and leadership challenges I was facing. She balances empathy and knowledge to go at the right pace, taking you on a journey to build confidence and put new suggestions into practice. She unlocked a new skillset I really needed and made it feel easy. I have already recommended Marilena to friends and colleagues and would do so again without hesitation.
Sarah, UK
