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About Virtual Advisement

Our Story

Virtual Advisement was created to bridge a gap for people seeking direction to navigate important career decisions at various stages of their lives. After years of helping people understand higher education and career transitions, we wanted to offer virtual services to help people discover the next step in their journey — from the comfort of their own space. 

Our Mission

Our mission is to help individuals save time and money while finding a clear direction on their path to reaching their goals. The focus is to provide the basic support needed to select and construct a plan that truly matches your career choices. 

Our Approach

Practical: We focus on real-world steps that create measurable progress.
Personalized: Every session is shaped around your goals.
Supportive: You will have a guide that can help you build the path that feels right for you.

Students and professionals exploring career and education opportunities

Who We Serve

Virtual Advisement supports students, professionals, and aspiring entrepreneurs throughout Bergen County and Northern New Jersey who are looking for guidance on their next step.

  • High school and college students planning the next stage of their education.
     

  • Adult learners returning to finish a degree or start something new.
     

  • Career changers exploring fresh opportunities.
     

  • Professionals and students looking to connect with others through local networking events

Why Choose Virtual Advisement

  • Flexible virtual sessions and monthly local networking events that fit around your schedule
     

  • Clear, actionable career plans so you can move forward
     

  • Extended advising sessions that move at your pace
     

  • Guidance exploring internships to help evaluate real world opportunities
     

  • Monthly in-person networking events connecting students and professionals across Bergen County

Group collaboration and support while exploring career and education paths
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Meet the Founder

Monica Crespo is the founder of Virtual Advisement and has over 17 years of experience working as a college counselor. After years of helping students and adults navigate important education and career decisions, she created Virtual Advisement to provide practical, one-on-one guidance through virtual advising sessions. Monica works with individuals exploring college programs, trade schools, certifications, internships, and career transitions, helping them break complex decisions into clear next steps. Her approach focuses on practical planning and structured guidance so clients can move forward with confidence.

“The greatest gift you can give someone is clarity about their future.”

— Dan Sullivan

Let’s Build Your Plan

No matter where you are starting from, guidance can help you move forward.

Career planning notes and goal setting for education and business direction
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