Reviewed 300k+ resumes. Honest (sometimes brutally) advice and help optimizing your resume and LinkedIn profile. Full-cycle Recruiter with a penchant for relationship building and a knack for strategic sourcing. Proven experience finding top talent for Retail, Ecommerce, Marketing, SaaS, and Creative clients. Hired change agents for the following companies: Pura Vida, Solly Baby, Hawk AI, Tubby Todd, Byredo, diptyque,(MALIN+GOETZ), SpoiledChild/IL MAKIAGE, Gladskin, Mansur Gavriel, Mavi Jeans, Vera Bradley, Tanya Taylor, Freshmade Brands, and CarParts.com. Passionate about volunteering with children and animals, and working with nonprofit organizations to help streamline processes and fundraise more efficiently.

Veteran | Educator | Academic Writer, Reviewer & Editor | Executive Career Coach I am an award-winning published author, educational leader, and text strategist specializing in transforming complex ideas into clear, persuasive, and highly engaging narratives. Holding an EdD in Educational Technology & Leadership and an MA in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, I bridge the gap between rigorous academic design, corporate psychology, and the art of the written word. Whether you need elite curriculum architecture, meticulous QA asset review, or an ATS-optimized professional brand makeover, I deliver polished, high-performing content designed to pass algorithms and resonate with human readers. AREAS OF CORE EXPERTISE Curriculum & Instructional Design: Mastery-based models, credit recovery course mapping, pre-assessment blueprints, and virtual-friendly learning. Academic Review & QA: Comprehensive gap analysis, pedagogical quality auditing, DOK alignment, and actionable SME feedback. Executive Career Coaching: Custom, ATS-keyword-rich resumes, targeted cover letters, and high-impact LinkedIn makeovers. Content Strategy: SEO-rich web copy, professional newsletters, grant writing, and creative storytelling. CURRENT & PAST LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS Educational Leader & Curriculum Specialist (July 2025 – Present) Directing instructional standards and learning architecture in the K-8 space. Streamlining instructional workflows, aligning materials to national educational standards, and designing supportive, mastery-focused academic environments. Editor-in-Chief & Lead Content Creator | South University (2021 – 2025) Designed, delivered, and edited multiplatform community newsletters and marketing copy to amplify brand loyalty and enrollment engagement. Developed and facilitated high-impact student success workshops (including test-taking strategies, anxiety-free mathematics, and research methodology). Spearheaded writing and career-building outreach workshops within regional correctional facilities to support community re-entry pathways. Founder & Chief Career Architect | e-Pearance (2010 – Present) Architected thousands of high-converting, ATS-optimized resume packages, cover letters, and LinkedIn transformations across the tech, business, and medical sectors. Partnered with executive and transitioning clients to pull out hidden value propositions and craft compelling career stories. ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS EdD – Educational Technology & Leadership | University of Phoenix MA – Industrial-Organizational Psychology | Louisiana Tech University MA – Education | Centenary College of Louisiana BA – Psychology | University of California, Davis Published Author of "Doormats & Control Freaks" (New Horizon Press). Former United States Air Force Registered Nurse. Highly adaptable, deeply collaborative, and ready to bring elite quality to your next project.

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HR & Recruitment professional with 10+ years of experience, proudly Expert-Vetted on Upwork, helping companies hire top talent and build scalable, effective people processes. I specialize in full-cycle recruitment, and HR strategy, bringing a proven track record of placing senior roles and building HR teams from scratch. With an MBA and a 100% Job Success Score, I combine business acumen with hands-on execution. Let’s work together to attract, hire, and retain the right talent for your team. 𝑯𝒐𝒘 𝑰 𝑪𝒂𝒏 𝑯𝒆𝒍𝒑: 𝑯𝑹, 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒓, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒓𝒖𝒊𝒕𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒔𝒆 🔹 𝘏𝘙 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴 1. HR Audit & Process Optimization – Evaluate and improve your current HR practices. 2. HR Strategy & Consulting – Build scalable, people-first HR systems aligned with business goals. 3. Onboarding Design – Create impactful onboarding experiences for new hires. 4. Performance Management Setup – Develop frameworks for feedback, evaluations, and growth. 5. HR Team Hiring & Coaching – Hire and upskill your internal HR team. 🔹 𝘙𝘦𝘤𝘳𝘶𝘪𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴 1. End-to-End Talent Acquisition (RPO/Direct Hire) – From sourcing to offer. 2. Recruitment Strategy Development – A to Z document for efficient and effective hiring. 3. Sourcing & Candidate Shortlisting – Find top talent through advanced search techniques. 4. Employer Branding & Job Ad Crafting – Attract the right candidates with the right message. 5. Interview Process Design & Training – Create structured, fair, and effective hiring journeys. 🔹 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘳 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴 1. Resume & Cover Letter Writing – Craft documents that highlight your strengths and value. 2. LinkedIn Profile Optimization – Build a strong online presence that attracts recruiters. 3. Interview Preparation & Mock Interviews – Boost your confidence and performance. 4. Personal Brand & Job Search Strategy – Position yourself effectively in a competitive market. 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬: • Strategic HR Leadership: 10+ years in HR and Recruitment, including 7 years in tech hiring and 5 years in people management. • Relationship Builder: 20K+ LinkedIn connections, active HR community presence, and passion for mentorship and communication. • Business-Savvy: Worked with C-level execs; strong grasp of finance, marketing, and operations within fast-paced tech environments. • Tech-Driven: Skilled in ATS (Greenhouse, Workable, LinkedIn Recruiter), sourcing (Boolean, X-ray), and tools like Trello, Canva, Asana. • Content & Thought Leadership: Founded a popular HR Telegram channel, launched the #HRArmenianization initiative, and led HR educational programs. • Education-Focused: 9 years in academics; continuously learning through AIHR, LinkedIn Learning, and industry thought leaders. 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 • HR Management – 10 years • Recruitment (incl. Tech) – 10 years (7 in tech) • Training & Lecturing – 10 years as trainer, 5 years as university lecturer • Team & Project Leadership – 5 years

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As a 4x Head of Talent with over a decade of HR, recruiting, and leadership experience, I've spent a lot of time in the rooms here hiring and promotion decisions are made. I know exactly how decision-makers read your resume, size up your LinkedIn, and evaluate whether you're "leadership material." Since 2020, I've coached hundreds of professionals and have been featured in publications like Forbes Advisor, HR Grapevine, and Industry Dive. I help capable professionals (like you) become more influential, confident, and promotable. Whether you’re trying to get promoted or land that first VP role: I’ve got you covered. ——————————— WHY HIRE ME? Here’s the truth: Most resume writers have never actually worked in hiring. I have. That means my resumes are more than just well-written – they're strategic, tailored, and built to get interviews. On top of that, I bring: ✅ 10+ years of real recruiting and HR experience ✅ 20,000+ resumes screened ✅ 600+ roles filled as a recruiter ✅ 220+ resumes written as a freelancer ✅ 100% client satisfaction ✅ 3-day average turnaround Resumes I’ve written have led to leadership-level interviews at: Amazon • Google • Microsoft • Citibank • Panda Express • Whataburger • Comcast • Pilot • Verizon Wireless • Aspen Dental • Dollar General • CBRE • Aon • Carvana • TeamHealth • Vaco • Landing • Mapco • Pinpoint • Self Financial – and more. ——————————— SERVICES: ✅ Resume Reviews & Writing Forget the gimmicks. I’ll create a clean, confident, recruiter-approved resume that actually reflects your skills and story – and gets results. No “beat the ATS” hacks, just strategy that works. ✅ LinkedIn Profile Optimization Your online presence matters. I’ll help your profile get seen in searches and make an impact when hiring teams click through. (Here's mine: linkedin/in/prestonsharpston) ✅ Career & Interview Coaching Ready to crush that next interview or position yourself for promotion? We'll work together 1:1 to ensure you're positioned and ready for the next step in your career. ——————————— CLIENT LOVE: 🏆 "Preston's recommendations were excellent. Would 100% work with him again!" 🏆 "Working with Preston was an awesome experience. He wrote me an amazing resume. 10/10!!" 🏆 "Preston completely re-vamped my resume. I am sure I will land a job in no time." 🏆 “I felt like I had a secret weapon on my side. Highly recommend.” 🏆 “I got the job. That’s the review.” 😄 🏆 “Preston was fantastic! He made my LinkedIn and resume feel like me – but way better.” 🏆 "Preston was fantastic to work with. I would give him my highest recommendation." Send me a message and let’s get started today!

15+ years of strong HR experience with a relevant IT bachelor's background, helping me adjust to HR Transformation in the fast global changes. Also, I have experience in the Marketing field, so I combine my knowledge to upgrade my HR skills for recruitment channels. My life goal is to improve processes and organization with quick adaptability to new challenges and an ever-changing work environment. - Career & Life Coaching - Revising the Resume/CV (content and design) - Revising the Cover Letter (content and design) - Revising the LinkedIn profile (content and design) - Video introduction and Elevator Pitch Consulting - Career and Profile Advice / Consulting - Job Interview Preparation - Career Transformation Advice and Preparation By developing different spheres of human resources, I gained advanced experience in people and organization development and management. I have experience with opening companies and setting the procedures and processes, recruiting the staff, and providing standards and a set of processes. During my career, I helped many clients and friends with my coaching expertise, as I was born to listen to you, feel your feelings, understand your needs, and provide solutions for your life and business challenges. Therefore, I believe that we can work together and agree on a fixed-term contract with no hidden expenses, so you will know how much it will be and what you will get as a result. Looking forward to seeing you at my coaching sessions.