I took my time selecting a service to rewrite my resume, knowing there are many options out there…read more I worked with both Dia and Donna throughout the process. One thing I wish I had known beforehand is how important it is to have a clear idea of the specific type of role you're targeting before starting the resume process. During a job search--which can be incredibly stressful and uncertain--I didn't feel that my experience or challenges were fully understood or acknowledged. Navigating a job search takes strategy, reflection, and support, and unfortunately, I didn't feel there was much empathy offered throughout this process. If I could do it over again, I would work with a career coach first to gain clarity and direction, before investing in resume services like this one."

I engaged Personal Touch Career Services in September 2019 to get them to review and tweak my…read moreresume. they had been recommended by a friend. I paid my $498 and they did what they do, changes were made etc, and before long I was sending my resumes and letters were being sent out but I got zero response. I still didn't feel it was saying the right things the right way for my industry so a few more changes were made but I had the same lack of results. I stepped away, changed a few things myself and sent it to people direct and I got a better response and even some work. I chalked the money spent, at a time when I couldn't really afford it, and the experience I had up to it being 'just one of those things' that don't work out for me and my situation and I moved on. Not long after I got a year long contract as well as some other work (but that was through my work in general, a recommendation, and my self-tweaked resume). With both their resume and the one I did, I got very little pick up via job ads. Flash forward to late 2020 and PTCS reach out to get feedback on the service I received. I explained how it hadn't worked for me and I had drawn a line under it, and we set up another consultation. I also provided copies of the current resume I had made. Donna, who is lovely, ran tests and gave me the results, and that was kind of it as 90 day options had long run out. The most significant advice I got was to open a Jobscan account/subscription and read chapter 11 of the book I got as part of my package. Should I have gone back again within the 90 days? Maybe, but I wanted to draw a line under it and try a different approach (which included getting industry friends to input on my resume). All I know is that while Personal Touch Career Services have been great for some people, and I'm delighted that's the case, working with them didn't get results for me. Also, if you're reaching out after 90 days to get feedback and offer help and the main response is, 'We can't do what we could have done because it's after 90 days,' that doesn't feel like the best result to offer. It certainly won't make me look at giving PTCS more of my money. They might work for you, they're certainly nice people to deal with, but for someone working in journalism and production for over 25 years, it didn't bear fruit in my case.

I had an outstanding experience working with Alexa. I jumped back into the job search late last…read moreyear, and felt like I needed more structure and direction. In just two video sessions, I found it. Alexa was easy to work with, covered a ton of ground in just 2 hours of conversations, and made helpful edits to my resumes and cover letters. Throughout my search, she served as a stabilizing force, and was quick to offer help at every opportunity. In the end, I found a job that I didn't t expect to find for another 2-3 years into my career. I'm thrilled that that I had the opportunity to connect with Alexa!

Alexa is FANTASTIC! She took the time to get to know what I wanted/needed out of my career. She is…read moreextremely knowledgeable and supportive. If you need help with anything career related - this is where you need to go!

If you are in the process of looking for a new job, I would highly recommend you get an appointment…read morewith Turning the Corner! They really helped me update my resume and tailor it to the specific job I was applying for. It was such a night and day difference between my resume and the one they created for me. Also, got a lot of other great tips and coaching on the interview process. I can't stress enought what a great service and how much of a difference it made in my job search and application process. I will use them again and again, each and every time I apply for a different job. Oh, and yes, I got the job offer that I wanted!!!

It was an absolute pleasure to work with Ginger on my resume rewrite and LinkedIn profile update…read more She was meticulous as she captured my years of experience concisely while showcasing my brand value in the most meaningful and relevant light. She is truly an invaluable asset to Turning the Corner! I am so grateful!

I just completed Katie's "Delivering Fearless Feedback" course, a 3-day (spanned over three weeks)…read morevirtual course. Why didn't I take it sooner? From start to finish, the experience was five stars. Katie personally reached out to follow-up with me before starting the course (after hearing from my manager I had some interest... thank you! I needed that!), my materials arrived on time, the online portal clearly outlined our three week session; our group size was intimate enough for everyone to actively participate. Katie's methods are authentic and truly come from a place of compassion and professionalism. It speaks to my own values as a person and manager. She has so many great talking points and nuggets of information. (I wish Katie could live in my ear!) But alas, that's impossible, so I'll need to continue to refresh myself on the materials (so grateful for the recordings), and stay in touch with via her newsletter and LinkedIn posts.

I took the Excellence in Management class in November with Katie Ceccarini, CPCC, PCC and HIGHLY…read morerecommend it. There wasn't a session where I felt like I wasn't leveled up. I've better understood how to elevate my team and myself. The biggest takeaway for me as a strengths-based leader was that I can center my teams strengths while never sacrificing the ability to build an amazing feedback model. Beyond the class, Katie has helped me elevate myself and overcome my imposter syndrome by giving me real tools that I can use every day. She is a great coach, who cares deeply and she shows it every day. Feedback isn't just a gift, it's a foundation to building a psychologically safe environment that fuels highly effective teams. I highly recommend Katie's services. I wouldn't be the amazing professional I am today without her.

Alexa helped me navigate what I think is among the toughest career moves: shifting to a different…read morerole in a new industry. Alexa's incredibly personable and genuinely wanted to get to know me and my story. She digs below surface-level discussion by using various tools to help with deeper contemplation and discussion about values and how they shaped my career goals. Also, on a practical level, Alexa is one of those great "connector" types. She seems to know someone in every industry/company in town (not exaggerating). I'm much happier now primarily because I'm better matched in an industry/role that fits my personality. I strongly recommend Alexa to anyone who's exploring a new career direction or just needs a boost with their job hunt.

Alexa is amazing! I first met with her in 2018 when I had moved to a new city and needed some…read morehand-holding as I searched for a new job. She helped me with crafting an updated resume, updating my professional social account, and creating a killer cover letter template. With Alexa's encouragement, my self confidence increased and within no time I had landed a great new gig and even negotiated my salary. About a year and a half later, I realized I wanted to take a new direction with my career, and again I turned to Alexa for guidance. She helped me to identify aspects of my previous jobs that I loved and ones I didn't care for, and expanded my knowledge about what was out there that would be a good fit for me. I ended up finding a job I truly love that combines my greatest professional strengths. I cannot recommend Alexa and Loken Careers more to anyone who is struggling with finding their "calling" or just looking for a better situation. Pro tip: do the homework! ;)

When I moved out to Denver from NYC, only 1.5 years into my career, I needed help re-centering…read moremyself and figuring out what I could bring to the table here in Colorado. Amy gave me the confidence I needed to dive into the job hunt. The main reason I chose Amy was because of her approach to coaching where she focused on strengths, values and positivity. What I loved the most about working with her was that her recommendations were always based on who I am as a person. She spent a lot of time getting to know me, which helped the both of us become grounded in who I am. She listened to me with energy and without judgement. Although she was technically my "career coach", she organically gave thoughtful advice that helped guide my new life, which I didn't realize I needed until these sessions. When I felt bad about not prioritizing my job search, she encouraged me to take the time I needed to build healthy habits that would stick with me for the rest of my life (meditation, running, yoga). After moving across the country without a secure job and without my family around for emotional support, Amy was really the first person to tell me that I should be confident in the skills I had going into my new life here in Colorado. Above all, she showed me how I can lean into my personal strengths, by helping me see how even my softest skills can be used to make me stand out in the work place. As someone fresh into their career, it was incredibly helpful for me to learn how to tailor my experience & personal strengths to fit the job requirements in even an unrelated field. When there were long periods of time in between sessions and I'd feel unsure again about my decision to quit my job in NYC and move to Denver, I'd meet with Amy and she'd remind me that I am more than capable of making this work. I loved my time working with Amy and feel grateful for the confidence she gave me to succeed!

I am a recent graduate of CU Boulder and I reached out to Amy to help with the crazy job search…read moreprocess. I had been searching for a number of months with zero responses and getting very discouraged. When I first met Amy she assured me that it was naturally and we began to work on what my personal strengths are and applying those to my job search. We got to narrow down my search based on my preferences on location, industry and position. I think that Amy's best advice was trust the process and take the tools that she gives you and apply them. I'm happy to say that I am now employed with a top 100 tech startup company with an amazing employee benefits package. I attribute a majority of me landing this job to Amy's coaching

If you feel stuck in your career, the idea of changing jobs can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, I…read morehad Nikki Stansfield in my corner! I am so grateful for her guidance, and I think it would be difficult to find a more gifted career/life coach! She didn't offer to write my resume and cover letter for me. Instead, she challenged me to do the deep work necessary to discover a position/workplace which fit my values, played to to my strengths, and would offer more balance and fulfillment in my life. Isn't that what we all want anyway?! Her knowledge, expertise, as well as the wealth of resources she provided, were invaluable to my successful career transition. I have never met a more skilled cognitive coach. Rather than answering all my questions, she first ensured I was asking the right questions and empowered me to answer them for myself. Whether you are an educator or a business professional, you will be in more than capable hands with Nikki and Next Horizon Consulting.

From the owner: I specialize in transformational career exploration and growth coaching for individuals that want…read moreto wake up every morning in alignment with their life's purpose. If you want to recreate yourself on paper (i.e. resumes and cover letters), I am not for you. If you want to work with someone who will push you to examine not only your core strengths and values, but to also connect with your essential self and what makes your heart sing, we should talk. My coaching model is well balanced using the science of positive psychology, mindfulness, narrative assessment and law of attraction coaching. I have been trained through the Martha Beck Institute, Quantum Success Coaching Academy and OneLife Tools. Coaching colleagues say I possess, "good leadership energy" and am "excellent at synthesizing". Testimonials: "Nikki empowered me to finally leave the job I hate and pursue a fulfilling career." Michael P. "You taught have taught me how to move ahead with confidence and helped me find my voice." Colleen W.