Kelly Donovan, CPRW
Career Communications Specialist for Job Seekers
  • Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW)
  • 10 years of relevant experience
  • Award-winning, published writer
  • B.A. in journalism
Member of:
  • National Resume Writers' Association (NRWA)
  • Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches (PARW/CC)
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My Difference

  • Up-to-the-minute
    I keep up with industry trends and technology, and constantly adapt my services to meet the needs of today's job market.
  • Innovative
    I offer innovative services and products you won't find at other resume services.
  • Comprehensive
    I go way beyond the resume -- I want to equip you with everything you need.
  • Strategic
    I provide TheHireRoad program to make your job search faster and easier, and my services complement this program.
  • Attentive
    I want my clients to succeed, and you can call or email me at any point in your job search for advice and encouragement.






Job Search Links

  • LinkedIn – The tool every job seeker should be using for networking and visibility.
  • Preptel - The Resumeter, for advanced resume optimization.
  • Download LinkedIn Companion (a toolbar for your web browser).
  • Allison & Taylor – You can use this firm to check your own references; find out what your references will say about you when contacted by an employer to make sure they’re going to help your chances, not hurt your chances.
  • Vault, glassdoor, wetfeet – Get the scoop on potential employers.
  • Salary.com – Find out what you’re worth (use it as one piece of info, along with other sources).
  • List of industry-specific job boards – Niche job boards are often a better source than the big guys.
  • RecruitersOnline – Directory of headhunters nationwide.
  • GotPrint.com  – Good sources for affordable, quality business cards for use in your job search.
  • ASAE - Organization for association executives; has searchable directory of thousands of professional associations nationwide. Being active in a professional association in your industry is one of the best ways to build relationships that can lead to jobs.
  • Good career blogs: TimsStrategy.com, StacyZapar.com
  • “How to Work with Headhunters” e-book by Nick Corcodilos and his AskTheHeadhunter.com blog.
  • Vizibility - organize and share your online identity.

 

Specialties


I have also written job-winning resumes for clients in many other industries and professions.





Testimonials

“I hired Kelly to revamp my resume in 2008, and shortly afterwards got a great job in a new city. Then, in 2010, when I was ready to move back to the Phoenix area, her services and products helped me again. I was thrilled to land my current job at the Rio Verde Country Club. I know Kelly’s help has contributed to my job search success!”
- Ellen Delano, Phoenix, Ariz.

“You had helped me with my resume some weeks ago and I just wanted to extend my gratitude to you once again. Last week I was offered a job in the ER here at Loma Linda University Medical Center. I am excited to be in the workforce again. Thank you for your help in making that a reality for me.”
- M. Trott, Loma Linda, Calif.

"It was a long, grueling process with multiple interviews, but I got the job! I’m now the head of my department. I don’t have the expected background for this level of position, so this was quite a feat that Kelly helped me accomplish.”
- Customer in Redlands, Calif.

"I managed to land a great job in less than six weeks despite the ongoing recession, and I know the work Kelly did on my resume contributed to my success."
- M. Jackson, Chino, Calif.

"I was delighted to know that you took great care in my needs; it appears that you DROP everything that is a distraction and pay attention to the client. In short, you listen."
- G.M.C., Rocklin, Calif.



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Your job search expenses (including resume writing) are usually tax-deductible; check with your tax professional about deducting your purchase. I'll provide you with a receipt for your records.

















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