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Ruth T.

Kennan, Wisconsin

$60/hr
4.9
124 jobs

I am a professional Resume Writer, Career Direction Specialist, and Executive Recruiter. My goal is to drive your career growth while educating you on the changes in the industry to increase your chances of being hired. I specialize in: Executive Recruiting Resume Writing LinkedIn Optimization Cover Letters and Thank You Letters Interview Prep and Career Direction I have been featured in The American Reporter, CEO Weekly, Visionary CEO, and USA Today for my work as a recruiter and a resume writer! I have over 11K clients to date for resumes and LinkedIn profiles. You can check out my LinkedIn for lots of reviews of my work!

  • Candidate Interviewing
  • LinkedIn Development
  • LinkedIn Profile Creation
  • LinkedIn
  • Interview Preparation
Kyla D.

Boulder, Colorado

$250/hr
5.0
598 jobs

โ˜… "๐—œ ๐—ท๐˜‚๐˜€๐˜ ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฏ๐—บ๐—ถ๐˜๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐˜๐˜„๐—ผ ๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐˜„๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐—บ๐˜† ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜„ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—บ๐—ฒ, ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฏ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ต ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—บ๐—ฒ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜„๐˜€ ๐˜„๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ป ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿฑ ๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜‚๐˜๐—ฒ๐˜€! ๐—ง๐—›๐—”๐—ก๐—ž ๐—ฌ๐—ข๐—จ!" - ๐—Ÿ๐—ฒ๐—ป. ๐—–. โ˜… Writing resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles is my "crossword puzzle." I do it every day, and I love it! Success messages from clients are a bonus prize. Will the next one be from you? My calling is to provide expert resume content, coach people on job interviewing, and support career growth. I can quickly pinpoint problems with your resume, LinkedIn, job interview answers, and search strategy to help you optimize your efforts and land a job you'll love. WHY ME: โœ”๏ธ I have a Master's in Human Resources, a Bachelor's in Marketing, and certifications in career coaching. โœ”๏ธ I have spent the last decade helping top executives, their teenagers, and everyone in between. โœ”๏ธ I'm well-versed in technology, healthcare, finance, education, federal, hospitality, construction, sales, marketing, professional services, and beyond. โœ”๏ธ My 5-star rating assures you that I CARE about your success. ๐—œ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ด๐˜‚๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—น๐˜† ๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜ ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐—บ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ป ๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ผ๐—ฝ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—œ ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ธ๐—ฒ ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—บ๐—ฒ, ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—น๐—ฒ๐˜๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ, ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ๐—œ๐—ป ๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ณ๐—ถ๐—น๐—ฒ, ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜„ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜€๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€ ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ! Job hunting can be so stressful; I'm at my best when shouldering a little of the burden for you, even when that means answering your texts at 7 pm to help you decide which job to take. ;) EXPERTISE: โ˜…Resumes & Cover Letters โ˜…LinkedIn Profiles (Content, Cover Images, Optimization Advice - also for Small Businesses) โ˜…Writing Projects (LOI, Essays, Blog Posts, Speeches, Presentations, etc.) โ˜…Job Interview Coaching TESTIMONIALS: โ–บโ€œI started a position at my dream company on Monday! I am so thankful for the help and services you provided me. It truly made the difference. Thanks for all that you do!โ€ Matt H., IT Order Manager โ–บโ€œI was not receiving ANY responses using my previously 'professionally created' resume, but as soon as I began posting the resume you wrote me, I immediately started receiving offers. In fact, I received an employment offer within 4 days for more than what I was expecting!โ€ Carrie H., Executive Administrator โ–บโ€œI got an offer today! Thank you for your help. This is the fastest turnaround time I think I've ever had between jobs. You're the best!โ€ โ€“Dave F., Mechanical Engineer โ–บโ€œYou showed up at pivotal moments on my journey with the tools and advice I needed, which is no small thing. I look forward to keeping in touch as I start this new chapter.โ€ Elyse D., Sales Development Representative โ–บโ€œI NAILED IT! Thank you so much for your counseling and tips! It helped build my confidence and articulate my strengths and value in a way I hadnโ€™t considered before.โ€ Cindy F., Director, Talent Acquisition โ–บโ€œThank you for the final version. All looks good to me. I truly appreciate you jumping and providing me with a quality resume. Thanks again.โ€ Eric P., CRO ๐—ก๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฝ? Message me, and I'll respond with a proposal within 24 hours (usually faster).

  • Career Coaching
  • Cover Letter Writing
  • Interview Preparation
  • LinkedIn Development
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Resume
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • Job Description Writing
  • Resume Design
  • Resume Development
  • LinkedIn Profile Creation
  • Resume Writing
  • Company LinkedIn Profile
Colleen T.

Denver, Colorado

$40/hr
5.0
124 jobs

AFTER 10+ YEARS IN HRโ€ฆ I decided to stop telling applicants โ€œnoโ€ and instead, help them get that โ€œyes.โ€ Most of my HR career was spent in talent acquisition, and I have reviewed >100K rรฉsumรฉs and cover letters. Iโ€™ve had in-depth conversations with hiring managers and possess an insiderโ€™s perspective of the hiring process. In 2019, I decided to leverage that perspective to help my clients strategize their next career move. WHAT IT'S LIKE TO PARTNER WITH ME I excel at skill mapping and supporting clients in strategizing career management campaigns that play to their individual strengths. My direct experience with applicant tracking systems allows me to create high-quality, impactful documents that are keyword-optimized and ATS-compliant. Additionally, I hold multiple certifications and professional association memberships, including: -Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC) -Certified Professional Rรฉsumรฉ Writer (CPRW) -Nationally Certified Online Profile Writer (NCOPE) -Member, Professional Association of Rรฉsumรฉ Writers and Career Counselors (PARW/CC) -Member, National Rรฉsumรฉ Writersโ€™ Association (NRWA) -Member, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) EXPERIENCE MATTERS Iโ€™ve successfully helped clients targeting a plethora of roles across industries, including: -C-suite Executives & Board Positions -Healthcare & Medical -Teaching (Primary, Secondary, and Higher Education) -Federal Government & Law Enforcement -Information Technology -Hospitality Management -Engineering & Facilities Management and so many more! WHY I WRITE Everyone has a story, even if they donโ€™t know how to tell it. Writing is something that Iโ€™ve always had a knack for, and Iโ€™m thrilled to have found a career where I can use my talents to shape unique, compelling narratives. Iโ€™ve stepped into a job that I love โ€“ I want to help others do the same!

  • Resume Writing
  • Cover Letter Writing
  • Resume Design
  • Resume Development
  • LinkedIn Profile
  • LinkedIn Profile Optimization
  • LinkedIn Profile Creation
  • LinkedIn Profile Headline & Summary
  • Targeted Cover Letter
  • CV
  • Employee Onboarding
Kim T.

Plain City, Ohio

$85/hr
4.9
410 jobs

๐Ÿš€ 10+ Years Experience | 1,000+ Resumes Written | Clients Seeing Interviews in 1โ€“2 Weeks | 20%+ Salary Increases Hello! Iโ€™m Kim, a Professional Resume Writer, Recruiting Expert, and Career Coach with over a decade of experience helping professionals across the U.S. land interviews, offers, and higher salaries. ๐Ÿ“Š Proven Results: Clients typically see 2โ€“3x more interview callbacks Many land interviews within weeks of applying Helped clients achieve 20%+ salary increases Supported 1,000+ professionals from mid-level to executive roles Experience working directly with hiring managers & staffing firms Recent client stats: - John landed close to 30 interview requests during a career coaching program with me - Eric landed 6 interviews within three weeks - Rob landed 3 interviews in one day If you're applying and not hearing back, it's not you... it's your positioning. โœ” Not getting interview calls? โœ” Struggling to translate your experience into strong impact? โœ” Feel like your resume isnโ€™t reflecting your true value? Thatโ€™s exactly what I fix. ๐Ÿ’ก What Makes Me Different I donโ€™t just โ€œwrite resumes.โ€ I position you the way recruiters and hiring managers actually evaluate candidates. With 10+ years in recruiting, I know: What gets candidates rejected in seconds What makes a resume stand out immediately How to align your background with what companies are actually buying ๐Ÿ“ˆ What You Can Expect โœ” ATS-optimized resume that passes filters โœ” Clear, results-driven bullet points (not generic fluff) โœ” Strong positioning for your target roles โœ” Increased callbacks and interview traction โœ” Strategic storytelling that sells your value โœ๏ธ Resume & Career Services Executive, Mid-Level, and Entry-Level Resumes Resume Rewrites & Transformations Job-Specific Resume Targeting Resume Audits & Reviews ATS Optimization Cover Letters LinkedIn Profile Optimization ๐ŸŽฏ Recruiting & Talent Expertise Candidate sourcing (LinkedIn, job boards, networks) Resume screening & shortlisting Interviewing & evaluation Matching candidates to roles based on real hiring criteria ๐Ÿง  Industries I Work With Construction | Finance | Accounting | Healthcare | Engineering | IT | Project Management and more... ๐Ÿ”ฅ Why Clients Hire Me Because I combine recruiter insight + career strategy + execution This isnโ€™t just resume writing... itโ€™s positioning you to get hired faster. ๐Ÿ“ฉ If you're serious about landing interviews and want a resume that actually works in todayโ€™s market, send me a message... Iโ€™m happy to review your resume and give quick, honest feedback.

  • Resume
  • LinkedIn Development
  • Resume Design
  • Content Writing
  • Proofreading
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • Recruiting
  • Lead Generation
  • Writing
  • Job Search Strategy
  • LinkedIn Profile Optimization
  • Resume Development
  • CV
  • Resume Writing
  • Resume Screening
  • Microsoft Word
  • LinkedIn
  • Career Coaching
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
Lata K.

Jersey City, New Jersey

$30/hr
5.0
9 jobs

I help individuals who feel stuck or uncertain about their next step gain clarity, direction, and confidence in their career and life. My experience spans multiple roles and environments, starting as a Career Advisor where I guided individuals through important academic and career decisions. I later moved to the United States, where I completed my MBA and built my career in a corporate IT environment. Working across different roles and industries has given me a strong understanding of how careers actually evolve and how easily people can feel confused or misaligned despite doing everything โ€œright.โ€ My approach is practical, honest, and focused on clarity. I donโ€™t offer generic advice โ€” I help you simplify your thoughts, understand your situation, and make decisions that are aligned with you. I can help you: โ€ข Gain clarity in your career direction โ€ข Navigate uncertainty and major transitions โ€ข Overcome overthinking and mental blocks โ€ข Make confident, well-thought-out decisions If youโ€™re feeling stuck or unsure about what to do next, Iโ€™ll help you think through it clearly and move forward with confidence.

  • Career Coaching
  • HR & Business Services
  • Coaching
  • Recruiting
  • Continuing Professional Development
  • Business Coaching
Elizabeth A.

Ile-Ife, Nigeria

$5/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Most freelancers will help you upload lessons. Some will design slides. A few will edit videos. But very few will help you build a complete online course ecosystem that works from start to finish. Thatโ€™s where I come in. I help coaches, consultants, creators, and entrepreneurs turn their knowledge, experience, and ideas into high quality, profitable online courses using Kajabi, Teachable, Thinkific, LearnWorlds, and AI powered video tools. If you're struggling with course creation, course setup, content development, platform confusion, or launching your course successfully , I will help you build a complete, structured, and scalable online course system that is designed not just to exist, but to sell, engage, and grow your business. I specialize in end to end online course creation, combining course development strategy, platform setup and optimization, AI powered video creation, visual content design, funnel building and automation. So instead of managing multiple freelancers or trying to figure everything out yourself, you get one streamlined system handled professionally. WHAT I OFFER: ONLINE COURSE CREATION & DEVELOPMENT I help you turn your idea into a structured, easy to follow, professional course. This includes: โœ” Course structure and curriculum design โœ” Module breakdown and lesson planning โœ” Student journey and learning flow optimization โœ” Course setup on Kajabi, Teachable, Thinkific, or LearnWorlds โœ” Membership site setup and organization โœ” Course migration from one platform to another Many course creators struggle because they jump straight into uploading content without structure. I ensure your course is: โœ” Clear โœ”Organized โœ”Engaging โœ”Easy for students to follow โœ”Designed for completion. AI VIDEO COURSE CREATION One of the biggest challenges course creators face is video production. Filming takes time, editing is stressful, consistency is hard, quality can vary. I solve this by integrating AI video creation into your course. With tools like Heygen and similar AI video platforms, I help you: โœ” Create professional course videos without filming โœ” Convert scripts into engaging video lessons โœ” Maintain consistent presentation style โœ” Scale content production quickly โœ” Reduce production costs significantly This gives you a modern advantage allowing you to build courses faster while maintaining high quality. COMMON PROBLEMS I SOLVE Many clients come to me with challenges like: โœ” โ€œI donโ€™t know how to structure my courseโ€ โœ” โ€œKajabi or Teachable feels overwhelmingโ€ โœ” โ€œI have content but donโ€™t know how to organize itโ€ โœ” โ€œMy course doesnโ€™t look professionalโ€ โœ” โ€œI want to launch but Iโ€™m stuckโ€ โœ” โ€œI donโ€™t want to film videos myselfโ€ โœ” โ€œI need a complete system, not just setupโ€ These problems are common and completely solvable with the right approach. MY APPROACH I focus on building clear, functional systems rather than just completing tasks. My process is built around: 1. STRUCTURE: A well-organized course that makes sense to your audience 2. SIMPLICITY: No unnecessary complexity or confusion 3. EXPERIENCE: A smooth and engaging learning journey 4. CONVERSION: A system designed to turn viewers into buyers WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE ME โœ” Strong understanding of online course creation and development โœ” Multi platform expertise (Kajabi, Teachable, Thinkific, LearnWorlds) โœ” AI video creation advantage (faster, scalable content production) โœ” Clean and professional Canva design skills โœ” Focus on both user experience and business outcomes โœ” Clear communication and reliable delivery WHAT MAKES MY SERVICE DIFFERENT: Most freelancers specialize in just one part of the process. I bring everything together: strategy, structure, content, design, technology, automation. So you donโ€™t end up with a disconnected system. Instead, you get a cohesive, fully functional course business setup. TOOLS & PLATFORMS I USE: โœ” Kajabi โœ” Teachable โœ” Thinkific โœ” LearnWorlds โœ” Canva โœ” AI video tools (Heygen, Synthesia-style platforms) โœ” Email marketing tools โœ” Funnel-building systems. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT: When you work with me, you can expect: โœ” A clear and structured course โœ” Professional presentation and design โœ” A smooth and functional platform setup โœ” Scalable content systems โœ” A course that is ready to launch and grow CALL TO ACTION: If youโ€™re ready to: โœ” Launch your first course โœ” Improve an existing course โœ” Create AI-powered video lessons โœ” Build a complete course system I also help refine and optimize existing online courses to improve structure, student engagement, and overall conversion performance. Many course creators already have valuable content but struggle with organization, presentation, or creating a seamless learning experience. I step in to restructure, enhance, and align your course so it delivers real results for both you and your students. Ready to build a high converting course? Send me a message, letโ€™s build an online course that is professional, scalable, and built for real results.

  • Course Creation
  • Kajabi
  • Teachable
  • Thinkific
  • Curriculum Development
  • Learning Management System
  • Course
  • LearnWorlds
  • Elearning LMS Consulting
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Instructional Design
  • Elearning Design
  • Elearning
  • Online Instruction
  • Podia
  • Training Online LMS
  • Curriculum Design
  • Landing Page
  • Sales Funnel
  • Online Community

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Career Counselor Hiring Guide

Hiring a career counselor can help individuals navigate career decisions, explore job options, and develop professional skills. Whether you're a recent graduate, a mid-career professional, or looking to switch industries, this guide will help you understand the role of a career counselor and how to find the right professional for your needs.

What does a career counselor do?

A career counselor provides guidance and support to individuals who are making career decisions or seeking professional development. They help clients assess their skills, interests, and values, explore career paths, and develop strategies for achieving their career goals. Career counselors also assist with resume writing, interview preparation, and job search strategies.

In addition to one-on-one sessions, career counselors may offer workshops, coaching on workplace skills, and assessments like personality tests or aptitude evaluations to help clients better understand their strengths.

Benefits of hiring a career counselor

Hiring a professional career counselor provides tailored guidance and actionable strategies to help you make informed decisions about your career. Whether youโ€™re considering a career change, need help finding a job, or want to improve your professional skills, a career counselor offers valuable support.

  • Personalized guidance. Career counselors provide advice tailored to your unique skills, experiences, and career goals.
  • Career path exploration. They help you explore different industries and job roles to find a career path that aligns with your interests and strengths.
  • Resume and interview support. Career counselors assist with creating polished resumes, preparing for interviews, and developing job search strategies.
  • Professional development. They offer coaching to enhance workplace skills such as communication, leadership, and time management.
  • Confidence building. Working with a career counselor can boost your confidence, helping you navigate challenges in your career journey.

How to hire career counselors

Hiring a career counselor on Upwork is simple. Follow these steps to find the right professional for your career needs:

  • Sign up. Create a Client account on Upwork to begin.
  • Post a job. Write a detailed job post outlining your career goals and the type of support you need, such as career exploration, resume writing, or interview coaching. For more, see this guide on how to post a job.
  • Shortlist talent. Review proposals from career counselors with experience helping individuals in your industry or at your career stage.
  • Interview candidates. Ask about their approach to career counseling, their experience with clients like you, and their success stories.
  • Hire talent. Select the best career counselor for your needs and hire them through Upworkโ€™s secure platform.

For more details on the hiring process, see this guide on how to hire freelancers.

How to write a career counselor job post

Writing a clear and specific job post will help you attract qualified career counselors. Follow these steps:

  • Job title. Clearly state that youโ€™re seeking a โ€œCareer Counselorโ€ or โ€œCareer Coach.โ€
  • Job description. Include details about your career goals, challenges youโ€™re facing, and specific services you need (e.g., resume writing, interview preparation, job search strategies).
  • Required skills. Mention relevant skills, such as experience with career coaching, resume development, or industry-specific career advice.
  • Timeline. Specify any deadlines, such as preparing for an upcoming job application or interview.
  • Budget. Provide a clear budget for career counseling services, whether for a one-time session or ongoing support.

Common career counselor services

Career counselors help individuals navigate their career paths and make informed decisions about their professional development. Common responsibilities include:

  • Career assessments. Conducting personality, aptitude, or skills assessments to help clients understand their strengths and potential career paths.
  • Resume and cover letter assistance. Helping clients create or improve their resumes and cover letters to increase job search success.
  • Interview preparation. Coaching clients on how to answer interview questions, present themselves confidently, and impress potential employers.
  • Job search strategies. Assisting clients in finding job opportunities and creating a plan for an effective job search.
  • Professional development coaching. Providing advice on improving workplace skills like leadership, communication, and teamwork.

Industries hiring career counselors

Career counselors are hired across various industries to help individuals make informed career decisions and navigate the job market. Common clients include:

  • Education. Colleges and universities hire career counselors to support students and alumni with career planning and job placement.
  • Corporate. Businesses hire career counselors to assist employees with professional development, leadership coaching, or transitioning to new roles within the company.
  • Nonprofit. Nonprofit organizations offer career counseling services to underserved communities, helping individuals find job opportunities and develop workplace skills.
  • Freelancers and entrepreneurs. Independent professionals hire career counselors to plan their career paths, navigate freelance work, or build a business.
  • Healthcare. Healthcare organizations hire career counselors to guide employees through career transitions and professional growth in the medical field.
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How often should I meet with a career counselor?

The frequency of meetings depends on your career goals. Some people benefit from regular weekly or monthly sessions, while others may need just a few meetings for specific guidance.

Can a career counselor help with a career change?

Yes, career counselors specialize in helping individuals transition to new careers by assessing transferable skills, exploring new industries, and developing strategies for a successful career shift.

How do career counselors help with resume writing?

Career counselors provide feedback on formatting, content, and keyword optimization to ensure your resume effectively highlights your skills and experiences for potential employers.

Can a career counselor help with negotiating a job offer?

Yes, many career counselors offer guidance on salary negotiations, helping you understand industry standards and develop a strategy for advocating for your value.

What qualifications should I look for in a career counselor?

Look for career counselors with relevant certifications, such as Certified Career Counselor (CCC) or Professional Certified Coach (PCC), and experience working with clients in your industry or at your career stage.

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