After three years and hundreds of dollars to other 'success' coaches, I was still working in retail. It has been difficult to navigate the job search world when one has multiple college degrees and no 'real world' job experience to show for it. Then I was referred to Sam, and my world literally changed in one meeting. I've seen more aspects of Austin's professional world in a few months than I had in three years living here. She referred me to so many different networking clubs and parties and get-togethers. Even if they didn't pan out exactly as we'd hoped, I still managed to see and meet people I didn't know! Sam also reworked my resume, LinkedIn, and cover letter, helped get a website up and running, and with her husband Johnny, I finally have a professional photo for prospective hiring jobs! And with just a few months of hard work, I've finally left retail behind for my first ever 9-5 job! She works so tirelessly for each of her clients, is a personal cheerleader when you need it, and is an extremely kind person, even when you ask a lot of questions! I would (and have!) recommend Sam to anyone looking for a new job or a career change. She's a wonderful asset to have on your side! read more

Samantha was recommended to me by a friend after I moved to Austin and was having a difficult time finding a job. I had moved to Austin after graduating with my Graduate degree and was so excited for the opportunities I knew were in Austin. But I was discouraged day in and day out with the quality of jobs I was finding and not hearing back from. Samantha was my saving grace. She helped me to better frame my resume to amplify my skills and experiences, she helped me prepare for my job interviews to be fully prepared to nail the interview and finally she helped me uncover job opportunities that were right up my ally. After a short time working with Sam, I landed a great job in the field I wanted to be in and changed my views of the job and hiring market. I would recommend Samantha to anyone, graduate students looking to get into a specific carrier field, a professional looking for a change in their career, or someone such as myself that just needed a little help feeling more confident about the whole hiring processes and knowing where to look for the right jobs. I am thankful for how much Sam helped me and I am confident in saying she can help help you too! read more

Samantha is a true gem. I feel lucky that life put her in my path exactly when I needed her help. Her passion for helping people find their next career step (whether it's your first job out of college, first job in a new town, or first job in a new industry) really shows. I came in to her office with a head full of confusion and a million ideas about what job I wanted, and she helped me untangle my thoughts and worked on making my direction clearer to me. She shoots straight and tells you the truth of the matter. She listened to what I wanted, what I hoped for, assessed my personality and work skills, and then brought it together in a way that made a lot of sense to me. She has great professional advice, and life advice. We worked on focusing my career direction, resume building, confidence building, interviewing skills, pushed me to begin networking, and connected me with many people that were in the industries I was interested in. I was finally hired for a position that she knew about through her network (it hadn't even been posted on job sites yet). Without her knowledge and resources, I would not be in the position I am today! Sam goes above and beyond! read more

Three months after graduating from college and moving to Austin, I still felt lost - and not just geographically. I felt as though I had checked every box: build a resume, write a strong cover letter, maintain a portfolio, and apply to any and every relevant job posting. And yet, I was getting nowhere. With Samantha's help, I learned how to maximize my experience, be a storytelling master in interviews, and identify the jobs and companies that would allow me to truly thrive. After meeting with Samantha just twice, I felt like a new individual - one who was confident, professional, ambitious, fearless, and persistent. (As a socially anxious introvert, the fact that I attended multiple networking events by myself speaks volumes to this - trust me, if I can do it, you can do it.) Fast forward to today - two short months after I first met Samantha - and I have just accepted a wonderful offer to work at a company that is everything I had dreamed of and more. Regardless of your level of experience, polish, or prowess, I can guarantee that Samantha will see the deepest potential within you and work tirelessly until you not only believe in it, but reach it. read more

My nerves took over all interviewing efforts after graduating from TTU back in 2016. But, I received offers from two great companies (that Sam had helped me land interviews with) after just a few short meetings with her. She then continued to be just as supportive of my career as when I was unemployed, and our friendship grew. Her fun family hosted gatherings to help similar individuals help network, etc. She not only offers employment services, but has created a community of a fun-loving and inclusive gang. Recently, I moved onto the next chapter of my career and was very nervous making the jump- I loved my current job but was itching to grow. I didn't hesitate to reach out to Sam again. I knew it was crucial for me to not only have a cheerleader, but a friend that I could get real-world, knowledgeable advice from during a new and vulnerable chapter of my life. I am happy to say that I went into my first in-person interview confident and prepared due to Sam (meeting with Sam again for the last time just the day before!), and received a job offer that evening! Sam's First Job Austin business is absolutely priceless - thank you, Sam! read more

When I was unexpectedly laid off from my position in October due to COVID, I knew the first person to turn to. I contacted Samantha to help me with my new job search since she played a pivotal role in my career guidance 9 years prior when I moved to Austin. Since I had not interviewed for a role in quite some time, the one-on-one interview training was paramount. She provided me with a list of applicable questions, many of which came up during the lengthy interview processes at various companies. Overall, I couldn't recommend Samantha enough. Her infectious and kind personality helped me view an uncertain time with both positivity and optimism. She has remained a continuous supporter, mentor, and job coach during the entirety of my career. I'm also happy to say I was able to choose the position I wanted after receiving multiple offers. Thank you Samantha! read more

If you're looking for a job and feeling stuck, or struggling because no company is calling you back, or starting to lose that motivation to find that next part of your career, stop what you're currently doing. Stop what you're doing and shoot Samantha a message. Samantha is the best resource I could've asked for to guide me to my perfect job. I've personally worked with her twice in the span of three years, and both times I landed a great job with her help. She excels at modifying resumes to ensure you get that first callback. She helps prep you for all kinds of interviews. She offers referrals through LinkedIn. And the best part, she is extremely accessible--I've never once waited more than an hour to hear back from her, whether by email, text, or phone. Samantha rocks. Look to her to guide you to that next job. I could not recommend her more. read more

As a recent college graduate with little job experience, the task of finding my first job seemed so daunting and then a friend connected me to Samantha! I had started the application process but wasn't very confident in my interviewing skills and the quality of my resume and cover letter, Sam immediately boosted my confidence and set me up with all the tools I needed to present myself as the best possible candidate for the jobs I was applying for. After working with Samantha for about a month I landed the job that I wanted and couldn't be more excited about starting my career! I have nothing but good things to say about Samantha and her work ethic and would recommend her to anyone searching for jobs out of college or just looking for a career change, she is extremely professional and well connected. read more

After a year of questionable experience post college, I moved to Austin and encountered far more resistance in even getting my foot in the door of a company for a first interview than I had anticipated. I started working with Sam, and above and beyond normal career services like resume and cover letter tailoring, a professional headshot, interviewing skills, and job search techniques, she helped me regain confidence in my experience and abilities and get the momentum going to land an offer about a month from our first meeting. The size of her network is daunting, and she is constantly attending events to keep up on the Austin job scene. She gave me refreshingly frank advice, encouraged me to follow my gut, and I'm happier than I thought I could be with the job and company she helped me find. read more

I had been applying to jobs with only mild success when I reached out to Sam to review my resume, cover letter, and brush up on my interview skills. Even for a person who *thinks* they interview well, Sam can really take you up to the next level. She provided me with the personalized attention I needed, and helped me focus on the types of jobs where I would find financial success and happiness in the work environment. She is definitely not about just finding you any mediocre job, but helping you find a role that will truly be a good fit for the long term. From helping me prepare answers to interview questions, to helping me tailor my resume to positions I was interested in- Sam was a huge asset during my job search. Within a two weeks of working with her, I was accepting a job offer! read more

I could not thank Sam enough for the incredible work she has done for me. In addition to the highly necessary LinkedIn and resume updates, professional connections, interview training, and skill assessment, Sam was able to provide me with the knowledge and confidence I needed to get my first job out of college. In only a matter of a few short weeks, she took me from getting zero responses to my applications to having multiple interviews a week. She is wonderfully intelligent, kind, understanding, and supportive, and works tirelessly to ensure the success of her clients. Whether you're fresh out of school like me or just looking for your next job, I would VERY highly recommend Sam to you. read more

I had just graduated school, and was feeling a little shaky and overwhelmed about the job search. I worked with Lyndsey and she got me on track right away. She helped my tune up my resume and cover letters. She also showed me how I should be searching for jobs and which ones to look out for. After just a couple of meetings I was feeling so much better about my job search and getting a lot more responses and interviews than before I worked with her. Lyndsey really does care about helping you find the job you want as quickly as possible. She was amazing and I can't recommend their service enough If you are looking for a job at any point in your career. read more

Sam Stevens is an expert in preparing individuals for their perfect job. She helped my son create the perfect resume and linked in account. He spent several hours with Sam reviewing any potential interview question that could be asked of him. Most important, Sam taught my son how to be himself. He learned how to navigate the anxiety of an interview by anticipating the many questions that would be asked of him. Mostly, he learned how to his present his genuine self, put his fears aside and enjoy the process. I highly recommend Sam Stevens for anyone entering the job market or looking for a new career. You'll be in the best of hands. I promise. read more

What a gem! My son is relocating to Austin and was referred to Sam for a resume. She helped him create the perfect resume and LinkedIn account. He had been working for himself for the last 8 years so he needed to learn to navigate the job market in Austin. Sam worked with him on interview skills, confidence building and most of all was his biggest cheerleader. She edited and reviewed all his applications and had him so prepared that his very first interview he was hired! Sam's passion for what she does is truly amazing. I could not recommend Sam Stevens at First Job Austin more highly! read more

Prior to working with Samantha I had received little to no interest from the companies I was applying too. Once I started working with Samantha I immediately noticed an up tick in the interest I received. Her ability to know exactly what the company was looking for and translate those needs to my resume and cover letter in a professional way was critical to my job hunt. Along with the confidence I gained through her interview prep were paramount to me finding a job. I can honestly say without Samantha's help I would not have been able to get the job that I did. read more

Sam was an immense help to me following my own unsuccessful job search post-college. Working with Sam immediately changed the trajectory of my job search. Within days of meeting with her and implementing her advice, I gained a great deal of traction. Two weeks after my first meeting with Sam, I landed a job that I couldn't be more excited about! From boosting my confidence, guiding me through the application process, interview coaching, and her abundance of resources, working with Sam was so beneficial. I simply can not recommend Sam enough! read more

Meeting with Lyndsey was a big turning point in my job search. When we had our introductory call she was very up front with me about the current job market and what I was facing. She really listened to me as I told the "story" of work career and laid it out in such a concise way. Once I began applying for jobs using the resume she formatted for me I began receiving call backs from 100% of the companies I applied to which gave me the confidence to select a great new community to start my next chapter with. This is money and time well spent! read more

Sam's guidance, help, and support with my career transition out of Education and HR is continuing to pay off in droves! Let me back up just a bit... after working with Sam, and utilizing her program to it's fullest extent, I found a new career and had multiple employment opportunities in 3 months. My work-life balance and flexibility working remotely in my new career as an Executive Assistant is a DREAM! I HIGHLY recommend Sam and First Job Austin for anyone entering he workforce for the first time, or looking to transition careers. read more

Samantha is hands-down, amazing. I worked with her diligently for about 4 months relentlessly hunting for jobs, writing resumes, writing cover letters, going over interview questions. There was a spot where I thought I had the job in the bag only to miss out because of mistakes I made. Where was Samantha, right there giving me a pep talk and helping me see what I should have done, and reassuring me that the next interview we'd be back on track. I highly recommend her expertise and coaching to help anyone find their dream job. read more