5-Star Resume/LinkedIn Writer, I/V Prep, Salary Negotiation Coaching (East Bay, SF Bay Area)
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GRETCHEN HERMES
Five-Star, Client-Recommended Resume and LinkedIn Profile Writer, Interview Prep, Salary Negotiation Coaching
Location: SF Bay Area, CA
Email: aghermes818@gmail.com
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchen-hermes-m-a-3a4a6b3/
LinkedIn Services Page: https://www.linkedin.com/services/page/5401b8313842610437/
SUMMARY
With over 25 years of combined experience in executive recruiting and resume writing, as well as corporate HR positions, I have worked with professionals in many industries and functional job areas, including biopharma, academia, research and development, financial services, commercial and retail banking, human resources, training and development, program management, project management, benefits administration, software engineering, professional services, sales and marketing, alternative energies, emerging technologies, education technology, high technology, cybersecurity, healthcare, consumer products, non-profits, startups, and niche roles. I work one-on-one with clients to create resumes from scratch, do simple updates/revisions, and/or comprehensive revisions/editing. I help identify and highlight areas of expertise, performance metrics, career highlights, accomplishments, and transferable skills. I make suggestions for improvement, ensuring content and layout are polished and competitive, as well as keyword optimized and formatted to pass through ATS bots. I create, update, and optimize LinkedIn profiles, as well as create basic cover letters. Lastly, I provide interview preparation and salary negotiation coaching. My clients have had more success getting interviews and hired after working with me. Check out their recommendations at the bottom of my LinkedIn profile. Sample resumes will be provided after a free 15-minute call. I accommodate rush requests. I look forward to setting up a chat.
SAMPLE CLIENT RECOMMENDATIONS (see more at bottom of my LinkedIn profile)
Stephanie Behm, Paralegal
Gretchen improved my resume and I received many interview invitations shortly after using it. I secured a position shortly afterwards. Thank you so much!
Gary Getchell, Sr. Director of Infrastructure and Planning
I was laid off in late January, I had been employed with that company for 9 years and had been steadily employed for the 5 years previously. My resume was out of date and its formatting and font were a mess viewed on the newer versions of software. Gretchen took in my resume, guided me through the next steps, working through the updating of my resume. Gretchen also helped me correct my formatting and verbiage to be in line with the current trends, and most importantly be formatted for employers using applicant tracking systems (ATS) to screen resumes. I had increased contacts from employers, after updating my resume and resubmitting, as well as applications to new job postings that resulted in call backs from the hiring managers.
Motaz Alli, Transportation Planning Manager
Gretchen possesses a unique talent for identifying and highlighting key accomplishments, ensuring they resonate with potential employers and network connections. Her suggestions for my CV were transformative, turning it into a compelling narrative of my career journey and skills. Moreover, Gretchen's advice on optimizing my LinkedIn profile has significantly increased my visibility and engagement on the platform.
Anita Cueller, EMBA
Gretchen demonstrated a genuine interest in understanding my career goals and aspirations.Her approach approach was not just about drafting a document but about creating a personalized narrative that truly reflected my strengths and experiences. I highly recommend Gretchen to anyone in need of top-notch resume writing services.
Garance E.J. Marneur, Award Winning Senior Art Director
Gretchen was a delight to work with. She is very professional, experienced, friendly, efficient, collaborative, and able to meet tight deadlines. She restructured and updated my resume, helped me draft cover letters for job applications and revamped my LinkedIn profile. Thanks to Gretchen, I got invited for job interviews and noticed by recruiters within a week! I can only speak highly of her and will definitely reach out to her for help again in the future.
EDUCATION
M.A., Counseling Psychology, John F. Kennedy University
B.A., Liberal Studies, Psych Major, John F. Kennedy University