Let’s face it: Knowing what it takes to write a competitive résumé, cover letter, or any other career document often makes job seekers feel lost. And because most people ignore their résumé until they actually need it, they end up writing them in a hurry which can get things off track really fast.
Staying in the right direction means having a résumé that shows your value, and can influence not only how much money you will make, but also what career level you will achieve. A résumé that is customized, key-word-rich, and achievements-based gets noticed, and is a tool that effectively positions you for your next career move.
That’s where I can help.
You’ll be working directly with me, not an impersonal résumé factory, and together, we’ll develop a high-impact résumé and career tools to help you step forward with confidence.
Let’s get you started down the right path towards your new direction – contact me at (503) 539-3954 or by email.

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Anne M. , Data Center Operations CoordinatorDawn is a great résumé writer. If you haven’t been getting results in your job search, I recommend hiring Dawn to look at your résumé. Just a few days after she rewrote mine, I started getting calls and many face-to-face interviews. I’m sold … to get hired in today’s market, a good résumé will give you THE edge.
Cindy B. , CEODawn created a resume for me which helped articulate my value as an executive. She is very professional and works very quickly. I was impressed with her understanding of the universe of job seeking and her voluminous website. The cost was a professional investment and a value for what I received. I give her my highest recommendation and would hire her again without hesitation. Thank you, Dawn.
Deb G. , Chapter Membership DirectorDawn is fabulous! She teaches you succinctly how to present your best self. I have had the pleasure of attending two of her sessions plus a personal consultation. She is accurate, to the point, and encouraging all at the same time. During her presentations everyone is at the edge of their seat listening to every suggestion. We are all valuable and Dawn helps us see this and present our strengths. It is without hesitation that I recommend Dawn for any speaking, training or personal consultation for you or your team. She will lift you and inspire you to present your best self.
Ilene K. , AttendeeDawn is an enthusiastic and informative presenter who is an expert in her subject matter. Her presentation on the “Top 10 Resume Writing Mistakes that You Don’t Want to Make” provided me with practical pointers for making my resume stand out to prospective employers. I look forward to future presentations!
Janine W. , Radio PersonalityI met Dawn at the Oregon Employment office when I was laid off from my news director radio job. I knew I was going to hire her five minutes into her lesson. Dawn is the consummate professional and she really knows her stuff. I thought I had a good resume until I started working with her. She showed me how I was not up to date with what employers were looking for and how the use of keywords and catch phrases would be beneficial to me in our electronic world. Dawn made my resume “shine” and I can say I’m now happily employed as a news reporter at Portland’s #1 news radio station. I have recommended Dawn to several colleagues and they’ve all called to thank me. I’m not the hero, Dawn is. She’s a “gem” in her field and beyond.
Darin L. , Public Relations DirectorWhen I found myself laid off and out of work for the first time in a nearly 20-year career, I was in a panic and didn’t know what to do. Fortunately for me, Dawn knew exactly what to do. She worked with me to craft a resume that highlighted my most marketable skills and showcased my most impressive accomplishments. The result was the best, most effective résumé I ever had, and that resume helped me land a new, and more importantly, better job before my severance had even run out. Thank you, Dawn!