Joellyn came recommended to me by a friend, I was a bit hesitant at first but with my results I am extremely satisfied! We had worked on many aspects of my career and she was able to help identify very key skills I had overlooked. We had also taken the time to do a high level review of my resume, which was just what I needed after being out of the interviewing market for 25 years. With the recommendations from Joellyn, I was able to recraft my resume and my outlook on interviews that has landed me the perfect career path that I am excited to move forward with. Thank you Joellyn!” 

— Candace Scarale – Sr. Administrative Assistant  at Goodrich ISR  (Worked with Joellyn in 2009)

I used Joellyn as my career coach and the results were fantastic. She truly takes an interest in you and her goal is to help you figure out where you want to go and how to get there. She's part friend, motivator and counselor. When things are difficult she helps to put things in perspective. She had great tips on interviewing and the do’s and don't’s of the job search process. My resume was truly a picture of me and my skills, it wasn't the run of the mill resume. It got noticed and it got results. I HIGHLY recommend her services. Remember it's a process you go through and it was worth every penny!”

— Greg Steffon – Business Development Manager, Chartis Insurance (Worked with Joellyn in 2009)

What do Béla Károlyi, Bob Bowman, and Joellyn Wittenstein Schwerdlin all have in common? They are career coaches whose clients are like gold medalists. No, Joellyn is not a sports coach, but she can be likened to an Olympics coach. Joellyn works with her clients and helps them in their career choices through a comprehensive, supportive and compassionate training. In helping clients to empower themselves and deepen their self-confidence, Joellyn's clients become champions in their own right.” 

— Ariel Dagan  - CEO, Tech Success, Inc. / Ancient Ties, Inc. (Worked with Joellyn in 2009)

Joellyn is a great career coach. She is a true professional and works hard to provide the guidance for someone to look deep inside and find their passion. She enlists current testing methods to discover yourself and works at your pace and provides guidance for your success. She is flexible and works with you and your busy schedule. I started with Joellyn because I found out I was going to lose my job and I did not know what to do. After going through her Career Action Planning (CAP) session I quickly realized that Joellyn was someone that I felt comfortable with and would tell me the truth. Together we uncovered my talents so that I could have fun at work again. After our ten months together I started my own business and am having the time of my life. I would recommend Joellyn to anyone who needs to find their passion to “play” at what they do best.

— Brent Scholar – Independent Consultant for Not-For-Profit Organizations (Worked with Joellyn from 2008 to 2009)

Friends, I've worked with Joellyn for over 10+ years. Her job is to help "get you noticed and get the interview" and she has always come through for me. Don't waste your time with others, trust in her work. Yes, utilize her services and watch what happens! I just started my new job in April 2009! My résumé posted on LinkedIn got me here!!!

— Mark Stastny  - Business Development Professional at IFS North America  (Worked with Joellyn again in 2008.)

Guess what! I got laid off -- and rehired in the same day in my company! Had a lot of good feedback on the resume we prepared. My new job will involve my underwriting and collections skills. It’s a new position established under the 2009 stimulus packages, to modify mortgages under the HASP program recently set up by the Government stimulus plan.

— Jim Taylor, Workout Specialist / Underwriting Specialist (Worked with Joellyn from 2007 to 2008.)

We've worked together since October 2001 during my senior year of college. You've really helped me uncover my strengths, articulate my value, and showcase my accomplishments on my résumé. In February 2006, I promoted from Account Representative to Regional Sales Manager within my company. This resulted in higher levels of responsibility, being able to do more group and individual training with my sales team -- which I really enjoy -- as well as a substantial raise in salary. After re-interviewing with my company in 2008, I’m going to South Carolina for a new position, starting in January 2009. As always, thanks for all your help!!!!

— Kevin A. Ragan, Regional Sales Manager, Hertz Sales - Hertz Corporation (Worked with Joellyn again in 2008.)

Joellyn and I had a Career Action Planning (CAP) session and I appreciated her step-by-step approach and her ability as a professional consultant. I found the methodology so supportive and enlightening to my own personal and professional growth. Joellyn is a rare coach and valuable colleague.

— Harry Reczek, Marketing Strategies / Social Media Consultant – LinkedIn LION  (Worked with Joellyn in 2007)  

Through your guidance and support, I've decided that selling residential real estate is the perfect career for me. As a result, I've been building a thriving real estate business for the past 7 years and enjoy every minute of it. I always recommend you to anyone I know who is struggling with getting their career on track Thanks again for all your help.

— Aaron Wittenstein, Residential Real Estate Agent (Worked with Joellyn since 1997.)

I have worked with Joellyn’s services for over 10 years and have been extremely happy with her services.  She is very knowledgeable and stays up to date on the latest “trends” in resume writing and career coaching. I would only trust Joellyn to write and update my resume. She is terrific!

— Janet Klinger  - Commercial Banking Professional (Worked with Joellyn several times since 1995)

I was referred to Joellyn over 15 years ago to assist me in creating a new resume. She was so good, I have referred her to countless people since then, including company presidents. Joellyn is not simply a rubber stamp, but she becomes a partner with you in creating a strategy for success. You will not be disappointed!

— Chick Simonds, Recruiter, Simonds & Associates (Worked with Joellyn several times since 1993.)

As a 23-year-old college graduate, l was looking for direction in how to find a job to launch my career - a process which was totally new to me. I landed an entry-level position with a suburban Philadelphia bank, shortly after graduation. I knew I would need help to reach the next level in my career. Then, I found you through my college's career development website.

We completed several exercises, to determine my strengths and weaknesses, uncover my "Key Success Factors" and determine what types of job best fit my personality and work preferences. You also helped me believe in myself when it came to my career. These exercises really opened up new ways of thinking for me when it came to approaching my job hunt.

Eventually, the bank posted a internal position for a Loan Counselor / Assistant Manager in one of the branches. I was really interested in this position and knew that it fit my educational qualifications and career goals. So I put in my application and was granted an interview. Because of my work with you I clearly conveyed in my interview what I could bring to the table in this new position - and I got the job! Thanks, Joellyn, for all your help!

—  Jon Deesing, Loan Counselor/Assistant Branch Manager - Retail Banking (Worked with Joellyn from 2007 to 2008.)

Thank you for helping me with my transition from a full-time health care executive to freelance health care consultant and technical writer. You let me know it was OK to redefine myself in areas of health care that have been most satisfying to me. You helped me to focus my new business, name it, articulate what I do, and address my "brand" and "niche". You listened carefully to my issues and gave me insightful feedback. After naming my business and pushing forward, things seemed to blossom from there. I had something to build on that felt right to me. Our work together laid the foundation for a steady flow of projects, which came soon after our sessions.

— Marilyn W., Freelance Health Care Consultant / Technical Writer (Worked with Joellyn in 2008 and 2005.)

This letter is very long overdue. In fact, I owe you two thank you letters because you actually helped me twice! We worked together in 2006, which helped me land a job which was a dream come true - until the office moved to a new location five months later. And while the job was still good, the 90-minute commute (sometimes three hours!) each way was becoming unbearable and was having an affect on me and my family.
 
After tolerating it for about 5 months I found myself going through the material we worked on in our coaching appointments. What did I want in a job? A long commute was definitely not in the picture. So I updated my resume and looked for a job again. But this time, I found and even better job for even more money only 6 miles away! And it took me only 2 months to find it! So now I have an interesting job, learning a new industry, with a good boss, nice people, decent benefits, minimal commute, fun atmosphere, and very good pay. Somebody please pinch me, I must be dreaming!

I encourage all my friends who are looking for new jobs to consider Joellyn. Whether you are looking for a new career, or just want to take yourself to the next level, Joellyn is great. She doesn't tell you what to do, or what job you should have. She asks the thought-probing questions which guide you to your own journey. Joellyn, thank you so much for all the help and guidance you gave me back in the Fall of 2006. I'll always be glad I found you, and recommend you.
 
— Eileen R., Project Manager (Worked with Joellyn in 2006.)

I finally landed my dream job as a Middle School Science Teacher, after having worked in Special Education for so many years. When I was pursuing this position, you were always there to counsel me and keep me going even though I was ready to give up. You have given me greater belief in my capabilities and my own integrity as a human being. You are a wonderful and treasured friend.

— Julia M., Middle School Science / Special Education Teacher (Worked with Joellyn since 2005.)

I wanted to let you know that [after our work together], the response to my resume has been better then I ever could have imagined. I posted it 2 weeks ago. Since then I have had 7 interviews. My biggest problem is deciding which offer to accept. I have had numerous people from the interviews tell me that my resume was the best they have seen. I was wanting to relocate to Colorado, which I thought was a long shot. To my surprise, I have been given an offer. Not only that, I was able to double my salary!!! Congrats on a job very well done! I will recommend your services to everyone I know!

— R. Little, IT Professional- Web & Application Developer (Worked with Joellyn in 2004.)

I just wanted to thank you for a superior job on my resume. It's by far more descriptive of my capabilities than my one page version. I sent the resume yesterday to a small publishing house in Florida and he called!! [And] I got another call last night!! They're really coming out of the woodwork now. If anyone would ever want to speak with me I'll be happy to pass the word! Thanks again for your expertise.

— C. Housh, Publishing Operations Executive (Worked with Joellyn in 2004.)

About a month after working with you, I got a job with a great company in my industry. Everyone loved my resume, it really opened some doors for me. Thanks again.

— Don F., Sales Management Executive (Worked with Joellyn in 2004.)

 
 After our work together, I handed out 7 copies of my resume and for the first time in my life, I had multiple, immediate responses. It was an incredible, validating experience to have real choices for positions available due to your ability to “show off” my abilities in a professional manner. I finally accepted the best choice for me.

 
Joellyn, I cannot thank you enough for restoring my confidence in me! Thank you, Thank you, and Thank you again! I am recommending you to all of my past, present, and future colleagues who are in need of your services.
 
— Elyce D., Educational Products Consultant (Worked with Joellyn in 2004 and 2001.)

I really appreciate the work we did together in developing my resume. I truly believe that it was a significant advantage in my job search."

— Former Lucent Technologies Executive (Worked with Joellyn in 2003.)

— M. Haas, Technical Sales Executive (Worked with Joellyn in 2003 and 2001.)

I want to thank you [for] taking the time to help me think about the many [career] options in front of me. You helped me re-focus my energies on my strengths and helped me realize that there were more opportunities within my field of expertise.

— R. Vorona, Ophthalmology Practice Consultant (Worked with Joellyn in 2002.)

Thank you for your outstanding service and for the excellent work we did together. I received three offers from some of the top companies in my field. These offers came to me on the very first interview. I feel more self-confident and proud of my accomplishments. Thank you again!

— V. Gisel, Transportation Sales (Worked with Joellyn in 2001.)

I placed my resume on various web sites and as a result, I landed a much better job than I previously had. Several employers complimented the format and content of my resume -- they said it was among the best they had seen!

— J. M., Risk Consultant (Worked with Joellyn in 2001.)

After deciding to completely change careers from Sales to Clinical Psychology, I knew I was going to need help. You were able to take my sales experience and make it work to my advantage…resulting in a seamless career change! Working with you has been an absolute pleasure.

— J. Courtney, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Worked with Joellyn in 2000 and 1999.)

Thanks very much for your contribution to my success.  I know that I never looked so well on paper (no degrees or computer skills). So, I was always dismissed before I could open my mouth. I now confess that 2 out of 3 people who interviewed me waived my résumé. They stressed values, something I believe in and can talk about for hours.  Our work together certainly gave me that extra boost of confidence I need to get the job! Thanks again!

—  Debora B., Customer Service Professional (Worked with Joellyn in 1994.)

I have worked with you for a number of years on many occasions and find your work and recommendations to be excellent. You take the time to learn what your clients expect and what your clients want to achieve, in addition you add to the mix exactly what they need. You have always stayed on top of industry changes and you are always willing to share your knowledge and recommendations with others.
 

Your coaching has helped me decide exactly what I want to do with my career and has helped me determine the steps I need to take to achieve my goals. I am extremely lucky to have found you and fully expect to continue to stay in touch whenever I need your guidance and assistance.
 
Thank you Joellyn, for all that you have done for me and for your professional yet caring personality. I will continue to recommend you to my friends and colleagues. You are a pleasure to work with.

— Joan Lucas, Account Manager (Worked with Joellyn since the 1990s.)