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My Name is Manali Shah. I am a dedicated trademark prosecution attorney with a passion for helping clients navigate the intricacies of trademark law in the U.S. I have filed more than 100 trademark application in last year. With a strong background in intellectual property, I provide expert guidance in trademark registrations and protection with the USPTO. My commitment lies in safeguarding and enhancing the value of brands through strategic legal counsel. Let's work together to ensure your brand's success in the competitive market. Feel free to read what my clients has to say about me and my work.

Hi, I’m TaNiya Clayton! an IT & Cybersecurity Resume Strategist who helps technical professionals translate complex experience into clear, compelling resumes that get interviews. Most IT and cybersecurity professionals are highly skilled, but their resumes don’t reflect their true impact. They list tools. They describe tasks. They undersell results. That’s where I come in. I specialize in helping: -SOC Analysts -Cybersecurity Analysts - GRC & Risk Professionals - Cloud & Infrastructure Engineers - IT Support & Systems Administrators - Technical Managers & Directors position themselves as strategic problem-solvers, not just technical executors. What I Do I don’t just “edit resumes.” I transform them into targeted marketing documents that answer the one question every hiring manager is asking: “Why should we hire this person?” My services include: - ATS-optimized IT & cybersecurity resumes - Security-forward resume rewrites (less support, more strategy) - Impact-driven bullet transformation with measurable outcomes - Technical storytelling that aligns with job descriptions - LinkedIn optimization for recruiter visibility - Cover letters that stand out while remaining professional 📌”First of all, thank you so much for all of your help and professionalism, Taniya! You prepared my resume so well that I received numerous responses from different employers. You gave me the confidence that I needed in my interviews. You are the best and know how to connect with people on a human level. Thank you.” Frank📌 📌 “Taniya truly provides top-tier service through her professionalism and unmatched expertise. She is not only highly effective but also incredibly efficient. I genuinely appreciated working with her on my first Upwork contract. After a thorough conversation and needs assessment, she was able to precisely understand my goals and craft a tailored approach that perfectly captured the vision I wanted to convey on my LinkedIn profile. Highly recommended” Arianne 📌

Former Google full-cycle Recruiter and Program Manager Expertise: Former UCLA Academic Advisor, Campus Recruiter, Talent Acquisition, and Program Managment 10 years of professional experience, 8 years in talent acquisition with various industries and levels; full-cycle recruiting (sourcing candidates, scheduling interviews, conducting phone and in-person interviews, interview prepping, negotiating offers, etc.), and working directly with hiring managers as a trusted client advisor to provide a value-add approach (revising job descriptions, assess candidates, touch base weekly meeting, etc). Helped over 1,000 candidates increase their career options by building effective resumes and LinkedIn profiles, and providing effective interview coaching. Promoted at Google in less than 2 years. Served as part-time Program Manager for Google's University Programs, executing and planning events on campus, managing volunteers, hosting campus outreach events, and collaborating with external and internal stakeholders. I am passionate about being an integral part of an individual's career journey and helping a company succeed. I am an advocate for the People, and my goal and mission is to empower and educate individuals through their job search process. I am a lifelong learner and I pride myself in my strong work ethic, accountability, and consultative and interpersonal skills. I communicate clearly and effectively (always with empathy) to assess the needs at hand. I am a team-player who can take initiative and lead a process from beginning to end with outstanding attention to detail, organization, and follow-up skills. I am dedicated to my work and people, always diligent and focused with excitement to achieve goals and ensure progress is made. I love: - Resume Writing - Career Coaching - Mock Interview Prep - Talent Acquisition/Recruiting - Training and Development - Team Building Reviews are available to view on my LinkedIn (Recommendations section) *LinkedIn Testimonial* "I met Giselle at a Google networking resume and interview training event. Before I met Giselle, my resume writing and interviewing knowledge was just average. However, within a short time, she coached and reviewed my resume at a high level and attention to detail, with tailor specific instructions for helping me to construct a stand-out winning resume! She also helped me to build confidence in how to best articulate my goals and qualifications within an interview scenario. In addition, she is very patient, and took the time to assist me with questions on an as needed basis. I really appreciate her willingness to share her experiences and knowledge of how to best approach hiring managers and getting prepared as high level candidate. Giselle has positive energy, is a great leader, and exceptional coach! I highly recommend her for any role, and I know that any client of hers would greatly benefit from her experiences and vast knowledge of resume writing and interview coaching."

With deep expertise in executive search consulting, resume and career coaching, and project management, I help organizations and individuals unlock strategic hiring outcomes and career growth. I’ve led 50+ executive searches from VP to C-suite across high-growth, VC-backed startups and Fortune 500s, partnering directly with founders and investors to deliver top-tier talent in AI, SaaS, infrastructure, and cybersecurity. As a trusted advisor, I’ve built and scaled leadership teams across GTM functions — from sales and marketing to customer success. Alongside search, I offer career coaching and resume strategy, drawing from years of insider recruiting experience to help candidates stand out in competitive markets. I bring a project manager’s mindset to every engagement — streamlining hiring processes, driving alignment, and delivering outcomes with clarity and speed.

CAREER MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT MY APPROACH: I will focus on thoroughly understanding your background, current status, and goals. I will then create an individually tailored plan and guide you through the steps needed to achieve your career objectives. I focus on making the process as clear and efficient as possible. I enjoy teaching my clients how to job search and manage their career development so they can walk away from this experience with a lifelong skill. My experience is with the US job market. CLIENTS I AM WORKING WITH: At this time, I am currently working with female clients as I have gone through career stages that many women typically go through, such as career advancement, career change, transitioning back to work after caring for children, part-time employment, consulting, and portfolio careers. SERVICES I CAN PROVIDE: -Career coaching to identify a career that matches your values. -Job search coaching, including: -Resume -Cover letter -LinkedIn profile development/review -Networking -Interview preparation -Offer analysis/negotiation - Career change coaching - exploring and identifying career options and marketing transferable skills towards a new career. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS - Career Consultant for 10+ years for Right Management (a Manpower company). - HR Business Partner for 3 Fortune 500 companies, Ericsson, Sony, and Qualcomm, partnering with managers to make hiring and compensation decisions. - Worked with all levels of employees and ability levels, including administrative to executive, military/veterans, students, and clients with disabilities. - Worked with clients across all industries: technology, financial, pharmaceutical, consumer goods, entertainment, education, military/defense, oil and gas, insurance, healthcare, and more. - Master's in Counseling, Specializing in Career Development. - Career Coach of the Year 2023 for volunteer work for Hire Heroes, supporting women veterans, active duty and military spouses.

After 10 years in recruiting and numerous requests from individuals seeking career advice,I have transitioned into full time career coaching. I've placed hundreds of candidates into jobs with great companies in technology, finance, healthcare and other industries. Areas of expertise would include Salary Negotiation, Resume and Linkedin Optimization, Interview Practice, Company Research, and Professional Networking. I'm credited with the ability to identify the talent and potential in others while improving areas that need work. I provide an encouraging, pragmatic, and highly effective strategy leading students to ideal results. What I do: Career advice - what do you want to do/purpose? Linkedin Optimization Resume critique and Editing Professional Networking Mock Interviews Company Research Increased confidence Defined goals Improved interview skills Negotiation skills - conflict and resolution Difficult conversation techniques Clarity and confidence you are moving forward in your career