Hi! I need your help.
As a resource for readers who would like to hire a resume writer and/or coach, I’m compiling a list of resume and coaching resources for Work Coach Cafe. I’d especially like recommendations from folks who’ve had good success with these services. But I also welcome self-nominations. 
As part of this blog’s career and job search services resource center (to be built), I’ll be listing resources along with some key identifying information, and soliciting feedback as well as new recommendations on an ongoing basis. This way, when I get requests for help, I can at least offer readers some good options to choose from – ideally by region and service type.
So if you have any resume writers and/or coaches (career, executive, management, etc.) to recommend, please feel free to do so in a comment below. Include Name, Location, Contact Info, approximate Fee, and a sentence or two describing what they specialize in or something about them – as well as any personal experience you’ve had working with them. If you know whether they offer phone and/or in-person services, please include that too.
I’d like to know about uncomfortable or disappointing experiences as well as the good ones – keeping in mind of course that sometimes a service provider can be great with one person and not-so-great with others. You can also contact me by e-mail if you prefer. (My e-mail address can be found by clicking my About tab.)
Thanks for your help. As the list grows, I hope this will become a free career resource anyone can use…so please feel free to offer any advice, thoughts and of course recommendations for great career service providers.
Oh…and also feel free to pass this on! The more comprehensive this resource list is, the more people it can help.
~ Ronnie Ann
NOTE: Now that the resource page is up, I will only be posting listings submitted to ronnieann2007 at aol.com in this basic format. Thanks for your cooperation. It keeps me sane!
Name – Company Name (plus link to professional website that talks about those services)
One line about services in general and, if desired, a quote about the company or services.
Phone number
Location
SHORT recommendation (or link to recommendation) if at all possible.
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And here’s the page you helped create. Thanks!
Hi Ronnie Ann,
I have been enjoying your site and have found it very helpful in my job search. I am currently employed but am looking to make a change. I used the above service for my resume and Mr. Stone did a great job for me. I did not have alot of money to spend, but knew my resume needed reworking. He charges $40 for his resume service and also does cover letters. Thought I would forward since I had a good experience with him and is a great option for those of us that need an affordable service. Thanks for your posts and great articles, keep up the great work!
Best regards,
Janell
Thanks Janell! Will add this and the others I get to my resource center when it’s built.
Meanwhile, while I don’t know this company, here’s what I found on Mr. Stone’s website MyRightJob.com:
Q: Do you have a telephone number where you can be contacted?
A: I can be contacted at (603) 512-3976.
Q: Do you have a Fax?
A: Yes, Fax: (603) 299-4789.
Q: Where are you located?
A: I am located in southern Maine. I work with clients throughout the United States and Canada
I offer a variety of resume writing and job search consulting services. I’ve got numerous recommendations on my linkedin.com profile: http://www.linkedin.com/in/donnashannon
My book “Get a Job Without Going Crazy” is available on Amazon: http://tinyurl.com/getajobbook
Thanks, and feel free to call me at 720-341-8229.
Hello Ronnie Ann
I’m a resume writer, job search coach and job interview coach. I’ve been a hiring manager for 15+ years, and a coach for 4.
Typically when I talk to my clients for job search coaching I give them a new idea or approach within the first 10 minutes of the call that meets their specific challenge.
Here’s a link to my LinkedIn testimonials about my resume writing and coaching: http://www.linkedin.com/in/melanieszlucha
People can find a wealth of articles I’ve written, sample resumes and free videos on my website: http://www.redinc.biz
Phone number: 203-866-1606
Melanie@redinc.biz
Located in Southwestern CT, but work with clients across the country and internationally–Africa and Beruit.
Melanie Szlucha
I’d like to recommend Ellie Vargo, MRW, CCMC
http://www.noteworthyresume.com
866-965-9362
St. Louis, Missouri
I attended a semnar Ellie put on and learned a wealth of usable information regarding how to craft the resume to stand out for an employer. She is a Master Resume Writer who comprehends the complex toughness of todays work environment and how to optomize the resume as a tool to achieve employment.
I want to recommend Jerome Imhoff from http://www.theresumeshopink.com/
I thoroughly enjoyed working with Jerome on my resume and interview coaching sessions. I recommend him to every job seeker I know!
During a recent interview I was floored with the change of dynamics when I utilized Jerome’s advice on answering and asking questions.
Hiring Jerome was the best investment I have made on my job search and future!
I recommend Blue Sky Resumes.
http://www.blueskyresumes.com
This is my company but modesty has never been a flaw of mine
We work with people across all industries, but we especially love working with creative and entrepreneurial professionals (marketing, new media, entertainment, design etc.)
In January we’ll be launching a new website with tons of great free resources.
I would like to recommend myself and my company Preferred Resume Group, LLC. I am a Certified Professional Resume Writer as well as the first ever to receive the credential of Certified Resume Specialist in Financial Services from CDI. While I do specialize in resumes for financial professionals, I expertly write for all professionals and industries. Please refer to my linkedin profile and website for some recommendations from a few of my clients.
Thanks everyone! I’ve been putting together what I have so far and will make it available soon on my blog.
~ Ronnie Ann
Here’s the page you helped create! Thank you everyone. Please feel free to add or give feedback!
Job Interview Support & Career Services – Resume Writers and Career Coaching Resources
I just stumbled on your twitter feed, and then your blog. Nice to “meet” you.
I thought I could add my name to the list.
You can also get my recommendations here: http://jenniferanthony.wordpress.com/the-best-professional-resume-writers/
Thanks Jennifer! Nice to meet you to. I’ve added your information to the new resource list:
Job Interview Support & Career Services – Resume Writers and Career Coaching Resources
Best of luck in all you do!
~ Ronnie Ann
ABOUT ME:
My name is Alicia Polak. I am the Founder and CEO of the Khaya Cookie Company. You can read all about my work as a Social Entrepreneur on my website.
In additional to being a Social Entreprenuer I consult to people trying to start new Companies, advise students on career moves and give motivational speeches (contact me for a list of references and talks given). I work in both the U.S. and Developing Countries.
I am the proud recipient of Food Network’s Edible Entrepreneur of the year Award, My work has been featured on CNN and you can see this feature on CNN Headline News “Small & Global” http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/living/2008/11/10/small.global.cookies.cnn and in publications such as The Financial Times, Glamour (South Africa), O, the Oprah Magazine (South Africa), and Business 2.0.
WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU:
I love career coaching and mentoring as well as CV/Resume writing (prefer to focus on the “complete package).
Do you have a business idea? Need help starting it? I love this and can help you get it started!
I guest lecturer at Wharton and will be their in-house Entrepreneur in Residence this coming year. I would like to help others and show them “Thoughts Can Become Things!”.
FEES:
I am happy to work with you on a sliding scale .
HOW TO CONTACT ME:
info@khayacookies.com
NOTE: If you would like me to add you or someone you recommend to the list, PLEASE provide the info in this format:
Name – Company Name (plus link to professional website that talks about those services)
One line about services in general and, if desired, a quote about the company or services.
Phone number
E-mail
Location
SHORT recommendation if applicable.
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Sorry I didn’t do this sooner. Thanks for your help!
~ Ronnie Ann
Two years ago, a friend of mine called me in a panic saying that she had hired a resume writing service. She had spent $600 for a resume that was returned to her with errors, but in .pdf format, and when she requested changes they gave her an “editing price sheet”. She was frantic as she needed to bring her resume to an informational interview scheduled for the next morning. I was stunned and offered my immediate assistance!
That evening, the concept for my company Change Your Job, Change Your Life was born. Expert, yet affordable advice based on my experience as a former HR Director, a hiring manager, a college career services director, and having earned a Master’s degree in Vocational Counseling. I know the competition well and can discuss how exactly my services compare to the pricier firms.
You should not have to pay dearly to succeed. You should be given clear information and feedback in which to formulate a strategic approach to your job search. You should understand what activities work best for your situation, and which do not, applying continuous quality improvement principles to your overall plan. And most of all, you should be able (and encouraged) to remain in control of your materials and search process at all times.
Wishing you and yours the very best in 2010.
Thanks Lisa! Great story and good advice. I wish you much luck.
~ Ronnie Ann
And now one more time…I’m asking that people please submit a listing for the resource page in the format shown above. And to help preserve my sanity…I won’t be adding any new listings unless it’s in that format.
FYI…once again, here’s the resource page:
Job Interview Support & Career Services – Resume Writers and Career Coaching Resources
Thanks!
~ Ronnie Ann