Writing Support for College-Bound Students

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Many colleges and universities require that aspiring college students write a personal statement as part of their application process. Depending on the school, the statement must normally be between 500-1000 words and explain why you deserve to be admitted to the school.  Need help to write persuasively to set yourself apart from other competing applicants? Reach out today.

What to expect

• A discovery call via phone or video
• No more than 1000 words
• Two rounds of revisions (offered)

Many organizations and businesses require that college-bound students and currently enrolled ones write an essay or other communications as part of their application process.  Need help? Not sure how to set yourself apart from other competing students? Reach out today.

This support includes:

• A consultation via phone call or Zoom to interview you about your career goals, education, etc.
• Strategic development to position you 
• Writing time to create a polished, attention-getting, and keyword-optimized resume that the Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) will detect
• Design & Formatting Time
• A text-only (.txt) version of your resume to submit online when it's required
• A PDF version
• Draft turnaround time will be within 3 business days 
• Two rounds of revisions
• A final draft 

 This includes:

• A 45-min to 1-hour consultation via phone call or Zoom
• A new format/layout
• A rewrite of your existing resume that's polished and keyword-optimized for the Applicant Tracking Software 
• A reorganization of the content for easier readability
• Edited content to improve any formatting, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and other issues
• An addition and/or removal of certain content to make your resume stand out from other jobseekers 
• Turnaround within 3 business days
• Two rounds of revisions

A well-written cover letter is an effective way to explain why you're a good candidate for a position by emphasizing certain skills, education, experience and accomplishments. When you include this with your resume, then it can help you stand out from other competing job candidates. 

Show that you're really interested in the job and appreciate the time that was extended to you by following up with a Thank You Letter 24-48 hours after your interview. It's an effective way to stay on their mind and stand out from competing candidates. This is a much better tactic to continue to sell yourself to secure the job offer and close the deal (so to speak).

Choose this support if you want your existing and up-to-date resume to be critiqued so you can fine-tune it YOURSELF. You'll receive feedback VERBALLY on a 30-min call so you can take notes about the:

• Word choice and overall content that tells your story
• Grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Content format
• Resume layout/design
• Relevant keywords & industry terms
• Resume length

Note: If there's a particular job that you'd like to apply for, then provide the posting. This isn't required but highly suggested.

Choose this support if you want your up-to-date resume to be critiqued so you can fine-tune it YOURSELF. The feedback will be provided VERBALLY AND IN WRITING  to show exactly where you should make changes. Areas that will be evaluated are:

• Word choice and overall content that tells your story
• Grammar, spelling & punctuation
• Content format
• Resume layout
• Relevant keywords

If there's a particular job that you'd like to apply for, then provide the posting with your resume. 

Choose this support if you already have an up-to-date profile and want it to be critiqued so you can fine-tune it YOURSELF. The following areas will be evaluated:

• Your headline, photo & URL
• Your Summary
• Content about your experience
• Skills and Expertise list
• Overall presentation (including grammar, spelling, and punctuation)

You'll receive feedback VERBALLY through a 30-45 MIN call so you can take notes.

Choose this support if you already have an up-to-date profile and want it to be critiqued and rewritten. The following areas will be evaluated to determine the strengths and weaknesses of:

• Your headline, photo and URL
• Your Summary
• Content about your experience
• Skills and Expertise list
• Overall presentation (including grammar, spelling, and punctuation)

This critique will be conducted through a 45-min to 1-hour call and then you'll be provided the copy (text) to replace the sections to improve y.

A strong LinkedIn profile should not be a duplicate of your resume that's just copied and pasted from it. Think of it as a digital brochure that requires strategic planning to sell your brand to recruiters and stand out from other professionals.

This includes:

• A professional photo
•  An attention-getting and memorable headline
• Strategically written copy that communicates your brand and unique value proposition in your Summary
•  Keyword-optimized work experience 
•  Skills and expertise list

It can be challenging to secure an internship to gain work experience  while you're in college. There's intense industry competition and increased demand by students to gain experience.

Get recommendations and strategies to stand out from your competition to land interviews for rewarding internships.

What to expect 

• Scheduled 30-40 Minute phone call or video call (preferred) via MS Teams or Zoom 
• Pointed questions that you will be asked to gain context
• Problem-solving recommendations

If academic writing is an area that you want to improve on, then get strategies that can help you to earn stronger grades on research papers and other coursework assignments. 

Have you had interviews that did not result in a job offer and wondered why?

Get constructive feedback on how to interview well through a 60-minute mock interview (via Zoom) to build your confidence.

What to expect

• 60-min mock interview via Zoom or Teams
• You will receive the recording

There are many resources available to apply for scholarships and grants but if you don't know how to find them (especially the ones that aren't heavily advertised) then you'll risk leaving money on the table or miss scholarship deadlines because you found them too late. This is where I can help.  Reach out today for more details. 

If you're a high school senior and want to get a head start into a a career, then consider doing a dual enrollment at a Community college. 

A resume is not always enough to stand out from your competition. You need a personal brand website that highlights what makes you different. 

This is ideal for:

• Students who are pursuing internships
• Public Speakers
• Attorneys
• Consultants
• Creatives (artists, actors, musicians, etc.)

This service will include:

• Brand strategy development
• Website development 
• Web Copywriting that's:
  • in your unique voice 
  • optimized 
  • engaging & appropriate for your target audience
• Visual element integration
• Social media integration

An I-9 form is issued by the government to verify the identity and employment eligibility for employees who are hired in the U.S. Employers will often ask an employee to have a commissioned Notary Public help them complete the form.

Notary services are rendered through Major Matters Notary Service that will invoice you.