I purchased the Career Launch Kit for $899 from Your Next Jump (YNJ), along with a cover letter for…read morean additional $100. While I appreciated the professionalism in communication, the overall experience fell short in several important ways. First, there was minimal human interaction throughout the process. At no point did anyone take the time to understand my unique career goals--whether I was repositioning myself for a new industry, returning to the workforce after a break, or targeting a specific type of role. The service felt highly templated and lacked the strategic depth I expected from a career consulting company. They did want me to submit two job opportunities, to get an understanding of the roles I wanted to apply to, but by the time YNJ completed their services, those roles are obsolete. YNJ emphasizes their move toward AI- and tech-driven solutions, but this focus seems out of sync with recent hiring trends and feedback from recruiters nationwide, who have voiced growing concerns about the authenticity and accuracy of AI-generated materials (https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/21/business/dealbook/ai-job-applications.html?smid=url-share). Unfortunately, that disconnect was evident in the documents I received. They don't need to be experts in every field, but there's a noticeable lack of industry knowledge that makes it difficult for them to highlight critical, role-specific functions. Drafts were returned with errors--including incomplete sentences and exaggerated or unclear claims--so I had to carefully review everything to avoid misrepresenting myself. Revision times of 24-48 hours (even for minor edits) created unnecessary delays in my job search. And conversations with Tim felt rushed and surface-level; I was never fully confident that my feedback was truly understood or applied. I did call YNJ to discuss these concerns before posting this review, but they did not respond, I'm assuming it is because they already received their payment. I had roughly five different hiring managers review their work, and none were impressed. While the general template that they utilize is unique to their services and adds a splash of color amid the monotonous pile of resumes, nothing really stands out. In the end, Your Next Jump's work may serve as a basic starting point, but if you're a professional with a nontraditional background, transitioning industries, or aiming for mid-to-senior level roles, you'll likely need to invest significant time refining their drafts yourself--or seek more strategic, personalized support elsewhere.

I have never wrote a review before but feel obligated to due to my experience…read more I purchased the Job Search essential package for fixing up my resume and I have to say I am incredibly disappointed with the service. They didn't bother trying to understand my job or what career I am looking for and basically just copy and pasted my previous resume but in a different template. The very few changes they made were sentences that were incoherent, repetitive (used the same sentence several times throughout the resume), and full of typos. No amount of "unlimited back and forth between the writer" is going to salvage poor and lazy writing. You're better off saving your money and doing it yourself or passing it through ChatGPT (which I am pretty sure they are doing anyways). The 5/5 star reviews for this company are clearly purchased/bots. Christina J.'s review is spot on for the experience

Working with my coach, Michele, imbued me with a positive and optimistic outlook that I would have…read morestruggled to reach on my own. I had clarity about the kinds of roles I was seeking, and I had successfully weeded out dead-end job titles. The informational interviews I conducted connected me with some top people in my region and in my field. Additionally, Michele's encouraging and uplifting validation helped me get clear on a side project that I wanted to build up. Though I did not end my CCC journey with a job offer in hand, I felt much more positive about myself, my career journey, and my ultimate destination as a result of the program. I am grateful that I had the opportunity to participate in this coaching program. It truly arrived in my life at the perfect time. I am currently in a new role (it's my 6th week) that successfully combines all of my prior experience and that gives me a chance to continue to make a difference. I feel more confident in my professional trajectory because of CCC.

I had felt passion in some of the roles that I'd held previously, and I wanted that back. I…read morecouldn't find the sweet spot of where I wanted to be in my company. I wasn't satisfied, but I didn't know what I would find fulfilling. Working with my coach at Cardy Career Coaching was a really collaborative approach. I needed someone to coach me out of my own way, out of my own barriers and excuses. Changing careers has impacted my life in such a positive way. You think you can only go so far. Until you give yourself a chance, you don't know where that line is. It's a complete 180 from where my mental and emotional state was before. It's been fantastic.

I had the pleasure work with Workbridge for my recent job search. They are an awesome group to work…read morewith. I was working with a few of their associates for multiple opportunities and have high regard for each one for them. They have been always accessible for any and all questions I had during the process. Dustin was always on top of things and got me answers right away. I eventually accepted one of the offers initiated by Workbridge and that was in part of my relationship with the folks here. They even checked on me on my first day, just to make sure I was settling in okay. I would most certainly work with them in the future :)

On the fence about working/Applying with this Agency?…read more I read the yelp reviews, they are great! However, all of the Leadership at WB looks to me to be about 20 years old or less? I have interviewed in the past with very young Recruiters, have a bad feeling about them...giggly, unprofessional, silly, un-professional, and have no idea about what it is like to be a consummate professional in the USA, anymore. The most recent Recruiter I spoke with in Ashburn, VA. was a constant giggler! Sooooooo... Annoying. She was NOT working at Woodbridge, per se. but that is the type of Recruiter that I have been running into, all throughout the Virginia area. I am hoping for a much better experience with Woodbridge? I will write another Woodbridge review, once I speak with some there.

I have not encountered a human being more kind, insightful or intentional. Sara has been an…read moreabsolute gift to me personally as well as to my marriage. She is a bright light in the midst of the confusing, painful parts of life. She has helped my husband and I time and time again when we have struggled to communicate, heal wounds, or align our priorities. Our sessions with Sara always leave us with so much more to talk about and learn from each other - the value does not stop when the session ends. We would not be the couple we are without Sara's support, and we would wholeheartedly recommend her to any couple looking to strengthen their bond and have a happier, more intentional relationship. She will work wonders for you.

Sara is an absolute gem, and an amazing life coach. She is the best at what she does…read more I started seeing Sara for help with my career development, but the coaching that she has provided has ended up improving almost every aspect of my life. Sara is kind, caring and a wonderful human being. She makes you feel completely comfortable from the very beginning. She's also extremely motivating, and a fantastic listener. Her coaching fosters productivity, and she promotes introspection that's truly life changing. Sara will provide you with real, practical tools and strategies that you can use to make the improvements in your life that you're aspiring to make. If you need a life coach, look no further. After just 10 minutes of your first appointment you'll clearly see the value that she can bring to your life.

I started working with Sophie during a challenging job transition. Her versatile/magical toolbox…read morehelped me gain perspective, identify problems and move forward. She gave me the confidence, clarity and concrete tools to start a major job search and interview again for the first time in decades. Sophie's far more than a great coach - she's a fairy godmother, BFF, cheerleader and wise soul. SHE'S the one you want by your side in the muck of career transitions. Thanks to Sophie's guidance and support, I started a great new job last month and am forever grateful! I can't express how greatly Sophie impacted my life, career and relationships - personal and professional. She helped me seek and find meaningful work, "rewrite my story," reclaim my confidence, and nail the interview. :) Sophie's an amazing life/career coach and the complete package: focused, reflective, productive, inquisitive, supportive, compassionate and kind. She means it when she promises: "I believe in you and when you doubt yourself, you can borrow some of that confidence. The beauty of my work is my confidence in you is a renewable resource."

Sophie has been so helpful and has given me great job hunting advice and tactics that have really…read morehelped me! I highly recommend her :)

I hired Janet to write me a professional government resume. She sent me a questionnaire that was…read moremostly filled out and told me to changed it. I changed it that night and sent it back to her. She sent me a follow up email accusing me of sending her what she sent me. I told her it was different and I just emboldened the letters. She did not believe me and asked me to send her an updated resume. She finally looked at the questionnaire again and told me that I filled it out. She did not apologize or admit wrong doing. She finally completed the resume. It was a page and a half, even after she told me beginner resumes should be three pages. Two weeks later my dad called her, she was rude to him, claimed she finished with me two weeks ago, even though she did not recall our interaction. She explained she did not have much to work with and that's why it was a page and a half. This is complete bunk, my past career coach made me a resume that was three pages long and much better. Thankfully my parents covered the 350 for the resume because this was a complete rip off. Horrible customer service, horrible resume. She conned my parents and I, she should of had more integrity and said she could not help me. Instead she conned my family out of 350 dollars. I will never work with her again. And all I can say to anyone considering her services is stay away. The resume she could make is not worth the headache of dealing with her bad attitude.

Janet is the consummate professional! She crafted a resumé that elevates my work experience that…read moremakes me very marketable!

Normally, I prefer to write stellar Yelp reviews but I cannot recommend this service in good faith…read more My husband suggested I have my resume revised with Yolanda and after 2 months of waiting I've received a "template" and a rude email that cost $175. If you have time to waste and would like a condescending "career coach" then engage her services. In a very competitive job market we rely on coaches for their industry knowledge and guidance. I'm now seeking additional resume services and career coaching as I've been chastised for questioning her expertise with my resume edits. By all means, just pay LinkedIn for a resume review this service is a waste of time.

If you aren't sure about hiring a career coach, DO IT!! Hire Yolanda right now, she is absolutely…read moreworth every penny and more!! If you implement what she tells you to do, you will absolutely see results. I am currently making a career change from one industry, and back to another. I'd been applying for jobs for a couple of months and before I'd reached out to Yolanda, I was not hearing much back from employers. I was getting very frustrated. I paid for a phone call with Yolanda and she suggested some very constructive revisions to my resume. Not only that, but she explained WHY those revisions needed to be made. And she made suggestions on HOW to write things in a way an employer would take notice. Y'all, I'm not even kidding.. a week after I'd made those changes and started using the newly revised resume, I had multiple responses to applications. It's been about a month now and I can't even tell you how many interviews I've been on now. Just this week I've already had 2 interviews and I have 2 more scheduled!! In my opinion Yolanda was the single most valuable asset I've utilized in my job search. I know the services Yolanda provided me with are a big part in my inbox and phone exploding with interview invitations. Seriously, if you are struggling with finding a job, hire Yolanda right now. Do exactly what she tells you to do. Listen, I'm on the other side of the country, and she knocked it out of the park for me. I honestly wish I could give Yolanda 100 stars for this review.

I asked Lisa to help update my resume after being laid off from a job I held for more than 25…read moreyears. I needed someone who could deliver quickly, so that I could get back out into the job market right away. I also needed a lot of help documenting my recently acquired skills and accomplishments over the last five or so years, and Lisa spent over an hour with me on the phone during our initial call, talking through my professional background and helping me determine what skills to highlight in my new resume. Ultimately the formatting work she did was fantastic and I was extremely happy with her work from start to finish - I got calls from prospective employers who wanted to meet me even though they didn't have a direct immediate match for my skills set, just because they were impressed with the resume itself. She made my resume look unique and eye catching, not like a typical standard template. I ended up getting two offers in just a short time that were great matches for me, and Lisa's work on my resume was a main reason for it. I'm happily employed now, but Lisa would be my first phone call if/when I need a new job in the future. Kevin

On short notice, I asked Lisa to help me update my resume to apply for an SES position in the…read moregovernment. She reformatted my outdated resume and spent a lot of time upgrading it from a "manager" resume to a "leadership" resume. I have used the revamped resume several times and have had excellent results (I am 3 for 3 for getting a first interview). Thanks to Lisa, I have a new job pending. Working with Lisa was great. She worked around my schedule and delivered on time. I was very happy with Lisa's services and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to create or upgrade their resume.