SMART Career Planning                                                                          Mary.Salvino@shaw.ca

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Testimonials

After working on my résumé all day (because I was convinced that I could do it on my own), I decided to send it to Mary Salvino to see what she could do with it.  Ms. Salvino managed to take the information on my résumé and make it look much more professional.  She also took the time to investigate and help me to uncover skills and strengths that I did not even realize I had.  She has an amazing ability to create a résumé that anyone would be proud of.  I am just grateful that she was able to transform my résumé so dramatically.  Thank you, Mary!


Angela A. - Public/Private School Teacher

*****


I enjoyed working with [Mary] and will certainly recommend [her services] to others. I am happy with my résumé. It is the best I have ever had. Thank you so much!


Mitra. S. - MBA, P.Eng - Project Manager


*****

Mary transformed my résumé from a mediocre list into a thorough and concise document that will truly stand out and catch the eyes of prospective employers.


William M. - Sustainability Coordinator

*****


Mary has consistently exceeded my expectations while maintaining a high degree of professionalism, honest feedback and support.  Thank you, Mary!!!

Martin M. - Software Architect

*****

I contacted Mary because I needed help to beef up my résumé.  Mary not only beefed up my résumé, her services went far beyond that.  She revamped my cover letter and provided me with interview tips and coaching advice.  For my résumé, she skillfully extracted all of the skills I developed over the years and translated them into attention grabbing areas of achievements.  The revitalization was exactly what my résumé needed and I now feel more confident submitting my résumé.  Mary is also actively involved in helping me with my job search in another province.  I would highly recommend [the services provided by] Mary to others.  Thanks Mary!

Pamela B. - Project Manager

*****

I called Mary on a Friday.  I started applying for jobs on the following Monday.  I had an interview by Wednesday and I started my new job on Saturday.  I don’t know if things could have fallen together any better than that!  Mary did an awesome job!


Tia K. - Chef

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I found that the ongoing support provided by Mary laid the groundwork necessary to obtain a rewarding job.  I would recommend her services to anyone looking for assistance in improving the calibre of their résumé or cover letter.

Shawn F. - Client Services Clerk

 

***** 

 

Mary:

Regarding the cover letter that you have created, Mary, that is the most unique and attention grabbing cover letter that I have ever read!  It is definitely a “sit up and take notice” introduction.  Instead of formatting the letter to summarize only how my “experience” relates to the job I was applying for, you were able to relate how my intrinsic self (through my life & work experience) was the right candidate for the job.  I believe you to have an intuitive ability as well.  Even though you don’t know me personally, you were able to glean that from the information that I provided.

With regard to my résumé
, I didn’t realize that I had so many transferable skills.  Thanks for making me look that good!  You have a distinct talent and creativity with the written word.  Many thanks!

Jennie C. - Business Development Specialist


*****

As someone who comes from a successful yet primarily self–employed background for the better part of my life, I had never really needed to branch out and create a résumé. I also had never been on the candidate end of the job application/interview process in the traditional sense.  Mary took the time to go over my goals and help bring my résumé up to speed in open my eyes towards career directions that I hadn’t considered and that I found quite helpful.  We spoke about possible paths and techniques I might take on as well as having some informative discussions on classes I could use in furthering my career.  Thank you Mary, for all your help!

Clay W. - Production Coordinator

 

***** 

I have worked as a Make-Up Artist int he film industry for 25 years and had several pages of credentials.  Mary Salvino did a fantastic job of  
re-creating my résumé and tapering it down to two clean pages! I am extremely happy with its new look!

Fern L. - Make-Up Artist

 

*****

 

Mary was very helpful with my RFQ (Request for Qualifications) for a contract bid for services with the Provincial Government. There was a deadline involved and Mary’s calm manner helped me through the myriad of very specific bid details and required formatting for the success of the bid. Mary's help was instrumental and supportive in achieving the contract.

Shannon S. - Responsible Gambling Officer

 

*****

 

I recently used the career counselling and coaching services provided by Mary Salvino.  Mary possesses a strong business acumen that was directly applied to my career direction with positive results. Through Mary's guidance, I was able to secure several interviews for desirable career opportunities.  Mary then offered interview techniques which were instrumental in landing the position I was seeking.

Kelly C. - International Trade Consultant

*****

 Mary’s revision process went exceptionally well. She injected new life into my résumé. I truly appreciate her ability to highlight my strengths and professional accomplishments. As a result of her work, I was able to get several interviews and calls.  At every interview, it was mentioned that my résumé was very well written and that is what caught their attention in first place. Thank you again for your time and attention to details.

Syed K. B.Eng., M. Eng - Civil Engineer

*****

Mary Salvino was able to take my old résumé and edit it, restructure it and present it so that it looked more professional.  Not only did she focus on the layout of the document, but she took the time to discuss all of the various components of my résumé and extract the skills and talents I did not realize I had.  My résumé makes me look and feel like a different person.  I am proud to submit my résuméand believe I have had the positive responses I have had because of Ms. Salvino's meticulousness and attention to detail.  She exceeded my expectations with her level of commitment and professionalism.


Nick A. - Technology Integration Specialist

*****

I have found Mary Salvino to be a leader and a pioneer in the business.  She provided me with valuable services in the most personable manner.  Mary exhibits the utmost in professionalism through her commitment of "Ethics First." She has a true desire to really get to know her clients so that she can showcase all of their hidden talents. Mary is approachable and her passion for helping people is irrefutable.


Jesse H. - Recruiter for a national company

*****

Mary has provided me with assistance for both my cover letter and résumé. She did an amazing job of highlighting the specific strengths required for the position I was applying for which resulted in me getting an interview.  I have recommended her to my colleagues and would not hesitate to use her services again. 

Janet H. - Help Centre Support Specialist

*****

Thank you, so much for your professionalism in preparing my résumé and cover letter.  I found your services to be most rewarding.  You made the process very easy and encouraging.  As one can imagine, finding another job can often be a stressful transition.  You eased my mind, and have empowered me with great resources to pursue my job change.

I enjoyed the phone consultations, where you helped gather information about myself.  I thank you for the time you spent in reviewing my drafts, and providing me with powerful revision tips.  My 
résumé
really stands out now in the crowd, and the calls are starting to come in.

In closing, I again thank you for treating me with respect while listening to my fears of a job change, helping me write a professional
résumé
, and giving me the tools to find what I am looking for.

If any of your future clients would like any further testimonials, please have them give me a call.

Respectfully,

Mitchell G. - Account Executive for a national chain of retail stores

*****

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