Rave Reviews From Clients

"Your resume gave me the edge I needed right from the beginning. I was told that, just on my resume alone, everyone who saw it said: 'hire him; he's perfect.'' That's how impressed they were with it. I really feel that I owe my success in getting this offer to you. You coached me every step of the way and prepared me to get hired. It's a very tough market out there, and you have to be exceptional in your presentation. By helping me focus and improve my presentation and interviewing skills, you helped me make a career change that impacts my entire life in a much-needed positive way. I now see my skills and strengths in a whole new way. I'm eternally grateful to you."

Darrin Norton
Director of Sales

"The first resume I mailed helped me get the position I really wanted. The hiring manager told me that my resume was the "best he'd ever seen", and I was one of 4 candidates out of 450 resumes that was selected for an interview."

Alice Kendall
Sales & Marketing Executive

"Once I saw the resume of [your client] I was instantly motivated to call her for an interview. We would like your firm to represent us with our outplacement efforts."

Steven Markham
Senior Vice President of Human Resources

"Your resume was the best investment I ever made. It helped me land a new position with an international company, and a 25% salary increase."

Randall Everett
Director of Operations

"I was unemployed and had mailed over 200 resumes without a single response. After having my resume created, I immediately began getting interviews each week. I received 4 offers for the positions I was looking for within a month. I owe it all to the resume and cover letters you wrote for me."

Jerry Armond
Manager of Applications Development

"I was pleasantly surprised when I met with a human resources manager who told me that my resume (the one you created) was 'the best resume he had ever seen in all his years of experience.' Just thought you'd like to know. Thanks a million times over - I got the job!

Fred Lawrence
General Manager

"Never having retained a resume service before, I was hesitant and not sure what to expect. I didn't want to take a risk with my investment. However, your credentials and professionalism instantly reassured me. The results went beyond my expectation, and your resume helped me open the door to a higher-level position. You can be assured that I'll continue to refer others to your services."

Thomas Morrow
Vice President of Operations

"Dear Louise: I'm indebted to you. You helped me plan and implement a comprehensive marketing strategy to make sure I'd find just the right match. I never had to look for a job before; this was all new to me. At first, I didn't think I could do it, but you made it manageable for me. Well, I'm happy to tell you that I landed my #1 job! My new supervisor told me afterwards that he felt "compelled" to meet me. Your resume did that for me. Now, my former boss wants your help too! He's still looking. I told him that you'd be able to fix that problem in no time."

Bennett Jones
Senior Vice President-Sales

"You weren't kidding when you said your resumes get results! Every one I've sent out has led to an interview. Now I'm in the final stages of salary negotiations for a management position with a company that received over 300 resumes. You even helped with that part. I didn't think I could negotiate for more, and you proved me wrong. Thank you a million times. You really help a lot of people reach their dreams."

Stephanie King
Nurse Manager

Dear Louise: "Rarely do you meet someone who provides the level of service and expertise that they claim to have. It's apparent by both the quality of your work and results that you are that rare professional. Thank you for helping me launch my new career in business after 30 years in the public sector."

With gratitude,
Richard Morgan
Manager of Client Services

"The opportunities are suddenly available to me since I started using the resume you created for me! I was so certain that I'd never be able to break out of my former industry. With your resume and coaching, I'm getting the results I'd hoped for. Thank you over and over again. Be sure I've told many people about you already."

Vanessa Greenfield
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Dear Louise: "There are no words to tell you what you have come to mean to both of us. You have done so much to help my husband in ways I could never begin to thank you for. You have helped him believe in himself the way I always have, and you have impacted his life in many positive ways. Your resume and coaching advice helped him get to the next level in his career - which, until now, didn't seem possible. You are a very special person, and we are glad to have crossed your path!"

Ellen Stevens
Wife of client John Stevens

"I agree with everything my wife said. You did such a fantastic job on my resume and you do your work so well that I never got the feeling it was just a job to you. Thank you so much for what you have done to help. I'll never forget it - and will tell everyone I know about your services."

John Stevens
Production Supervisor

"My heartfelt gratitude to you for your production of my 'winning resume' that keeps getting me interviews and offers. I am truly convinced that without your talent and assistance, I would not be on my way to a new career with a great company. I hope you realize how gifted you are at what you do. I will be happy to sing the praises of Career Directions as everyone else I've referred has also reaped the benefits of your expertise! Thanks again for a job well done."

Rebecca Sterling
Medical Sales Representative

"Thank you for all your time and effort in developing my first-rate CV. Everyone keeps telling me it's an impressive document and looks most professional, thanks to your expertise. You were a delight to work with, and I'll be happy to refer friends, colleagues and clients to you."

Laura Smith
Psychologist

"I just wanted to let you know what I've been telling all friends - anyone who crosses my path actually - that your career coaching saved me 20 years of endless searching for my 'dream career' - what I was meant to do. I couldn't have figured it out without your guidance. You're wonderful! Thank you more than I can say."

Martha Murphy
Account Executive

"Thank you for your wonderful and effective work - and also for seeing me through the worst time in my career life. You made all the difference in my successful outcome."

Bruce Williams
Business Development Manager

Hi Louise: I thought that you would like to know that I accepted a management position in a small but progressive company in South Carolina . Most important, that I hope you will share with other clients is the effectiveness that I experienced in your system and the value of the interviewing skills that you taught me. After we relocated, I continued to use the skills you coached me in and had four interviews within a month. The knowledge that I gained will remain with me throughout my professional future. Thanks for your help!"

Sincerely,
Jim Jeffries
Printing Manager

"When I first started working with you, I was so depressed I didn't think I'd ever find a job again. After all, it had been an entire year since I was laid off. I wish I hadn't waited that long before I retained your services. I would have saved myself from a lot of grief. Lessons learned. Anyway, I now have a better job than I ever had before - thanks to your coaching and resume. You helped me find the right strategy to minimize any perceived liabilities that could get in my way with employers. Honestly, I wouldn't have known how to do that myself. I'll always be indebted to you - it was the best investment I ever made."

Fred Sawyer
Regional Sales Manager

"It is with deep appreciation that I write to thank you for the time, advice and wisdom you gave to me. I put all your coaching into action and, with my great resume and marketing letters, I am pleased to tell you that I was offered three equally interesting opportunities - one of which I accepted. That was the hardest part - deciding among my options o:)"

John Richmond
Sales Manager

"A thousand thanks to you for your help, support, patience, expertise - and just for listening. I've never been happier in my working life. I can't believe I spent years experimenting - hoping the perfect place for me would magically appear in my path. You taught me to take charge of my career and make my own destiny, which I did do."

Thanks so much,
Karen Martin
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

"Your resume looks fantastic and certainly gives me the confidence I need to show employers what I can do for them. I didn't realize that, even in my profession, I can demonstrate tangible achievements that have benefited my employers. Already the phone is ringing - WOW!"

Thank you again and again,
Ed Jergen
Public Relations Manager

"I have been sending out my new resume and suddenly people are calling me back! It's very encouraging to go from zero interest to employers calling me. I'm feeling much more optimistic. I now have no doubt that I'll get the job I want."

Linda Tillery
Finance Director

"I cannot thank you enough for the support and expertise which you have provided leading me to this great opportunity. You were extremely helpful in every step of my job search providing assessment, tools, coaching and constant motivating to keep me on track to reach my goal. I could not have found - not one but - multiple opportunities without your guidance, especially in this tough market. Your advice has never let me down, and your positive attitude has been a great source of inspiration for me during a difficult time of transition. You've really made a difference."

Alice Smith
Marketing/Brand Manager

"Through the high times and the low, you have provided all the 'right stuff' for me. I really think you have a unique system that is on target all the way around. I don't know what I would have done without your assistance. I am excited to be starting my new position next week in a new field that I will love. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. It was well worth my investment."

Paula Mitchell
Financial Analyst

"You warned me that my search could be roller coaster ride, but you also taught me how to manage it well. I'd never been in such a precarious position before, wondering from one day to the next if I'd still be employed. You have the most positive approach, and you always say the right thing to keep me focused and upbeat. Following your sound advice has led me to the best point in my career ever. Your knowledge of your field is amazingly on target; it's never failed me. I'm now happily employed in a company I believe in and didn't have to relocate. Thanks for all your expert guidance. You're a rarity."

David Sullivan
Management Consultant

"Thanks so much for your top quality professional help! You helped me turn this unexpected career change into a positive experience, and I'm truly grateful. Your personal touches are also appreciated - your memory for detail, your follow up and your personal warmth and support. I'll let you know how my new career goes. Of course, you can count on me to send plenty of referrals your way.

With gratitude,
Terry Jones
Employee Assistance Manager

"Because of your efforts, I have become aware of my strengths, skills and interests. I have also reached a better understanding of myself and the various options open to me that I never dreamed possible before. I am excited to be entering the next phase of my professional life, pursuing my new career in law."

Thank you ever so much,
Dianne Johnson
Law Graduate

"You may recall that you coached me last year in making a career change to sales. I just wanted to follow up and thank you for your excellent services. I found a position working in sales for a growing company in New York . It is a great place for me, and I can honestly say that I found it in no small part as a result of my sessions with you. I'm finally directed and on my way. Thank you again for all your help!"

Ian Forester
Sales Representative

"I can hardly believe it, the first resume I sent out that you created opened the door to an interview at my next level. It led to an offer at nearly twice my prior salary. You are OUTSTANDING! Everyone could benefit from your help! There just aren't any words to say thank you adequately."

Dennis Munson
Account Manager

"You told me that it was possible for me to find my dream job in the state where I want to live. I really didn't believe it was possible for me. I just had to tap into what I love to do. You guided me through your process, and now I'm happy to report that you can add me to your success stories on both counts. There's one more point to add, I'm at a higher salary than my last position. It's a steal since I love what I do now - for the first time!"

Marlana Thompson
Sales Manager

"Dear Louise: I'm so glad I found you in the Knock 'em Dead books. I owe my results to you as I'd still be searching -- and it had already been 10 months since I lost my position. Based on your business knowledge and career coaching expertise, you helped me create the strategy I needed to find the best fit for me. Your resume and marketing letters gave me the competitive advantage to get my foot in the door, and your coaching in interviewing made all the difference in the results I achieved. Thank you again!"

Steven Douglas

Senior Vice President

"I never dreamed that after 19 years in the same industry and career I could actually do something else. That's what happened after I was introduced to Louise Garver . At the same time, my employer was downsizing, and my position was eliminated. I didn't want a similar job with yet another insurance company. I didn't think I had any other choice. However, Louise opened a new door to me that pointed out skills and accomplishments I could apply to another career - one that I didn't know was possible without paid experience. She created a resume and cover letter, coached me through the interview process, and I was hired out of 150 candidates who initially applied. I have a brand new life in more ways than one thanks to Louise's expertise and sincere interest in helping me reach my new goal."

Lorraine Larson

Event Manager