College Services
01.
Major/Career Exploration
Through career assessments and major exploration tools, we can discuss your strengths, skills, interests, personality, and more to help you decide on a major.
02.
Resumes
Having a strong resume in college is crucial! You will use to it apply for scholarships, student organizations, jobs, and more. I have reviewed hundreds of resumes, and I would love to help with yours.
03.
Interviews
Whether you are interviewing for a job, student leadership position, internship, or another position, I conduct mock interviews for students with questions tailored to your specific position.
04.
Student Involvement
Getting involved in college is important! It enhances your college experience by giving you friendships, faculty/staff connections, additions to your resume, and so much more. We can meet to discuss how to get involved including researching student organizations that best fit your interests.
05.
Admissions Process
The admissions process can seem intimidating, but it’s not! I can walk you through the specific admissions process at your desired school(s) and talk through what to expect on an application for college. We can also discuss graduate and professional school admissions!
06.
Scholarships
College is expensive; scholarships can help! I enjoy meeting with students to talk about the various types of scholarships, how to apply, and how to stand out through your application.
07.
Sorority Recruitment Preparation
If you are planning to go through sorority recruitment, I can meet with you to discuss what to expect during recruitment week, how to stand out through conversation, getting recommendation letters, resume tips, and much more!
08.
General College Overview
How much does college cost? What if I’m not sure I want to attend college? Can you explain some of the common college terminology? What can I do with a major in ____? How do I find a part-time job in college?
These are all questions I can answer…and more!
Career Services
01.
Resumes
Your resume should be updated and customized for each job application. We can discuss how to match your resume to a job description and how to highlight your strengths. We can also review formatting options and discuss how to keep your resume clean, organized, and professional.
02.
Cover Letters
Cover letters can seem intimidating to write! However, they are an effective way to elaborate on experiences from your resume and communicate how you are qualified for the position. Let’s meet to discuss cover letter formatting and what to include in your letter!
03.
Interviews
Preparing for a job interview beforehand is crucial! I enjoy helping people with interviewing skills by offering mock interviews tailored to specific job descriptions. If you’re not looking do to a mock interview but would still like interview assistance, we can review common interview questions, how to stand out, communicating clearly, and more.
04.
LinkedIn and Networking
LinkedIn, in my opinion, is the best resource for networking in a virtual world. Understanding how to effectively use LinkedIn can make you stand out to recruiters and hiring managers, and it will set you apart from other candidates.
05.
Career Changes
If you are looking to make a career change, I would love to help you navigate that process. Whether you have been in your career for 2 or 20 years, going through a career change can seem daunting. We can discuss how to make a change, if further schooling may be required, how to communicate your transferable skills, and more.
06.
Salary Negotiation
Negotiating your salary when accepting a job offer is a conversation that can seem intimidating for many people! Doing your research beforehand and understanding national and local salary averages for comparable positions makes this conversation easier to approach. I can help by pointing you in the right direction for benchmarking salaries and outlining how to navigate this conversation.
07.
Job Search Process
Knowing where to look to find jobs can seem overwhelming when there are a lot of varying resources. We can discuss the most reputable websites for finding jobs and how to use their search tools effectively.
08.
Accepting a Position
Before you accept a job offer, it is important to consider the following: benefits, insurance, retirement, remote vs. in-person work, travel expectations, and more. I can help you talk through these conversations and understand how to approach them in an appropriate manner.
About Me
Hi, I’m Dori. I help with everything from college to career.
With over eight years of experience working in Higher Education helping college students and alumni, I bring firsthand experience to assist you with all-things related to success in college and in your career. I have worked in:
Student Affairs helping students get connected and involved;
Career Services helping students and alumni with their college and professional careers;
Alumni Affairs helping graduates stay connected with their college and following their success post-graduation.
I’ve seen the whole college & career experience from admissions to graduation to career, and I can help you any step along the way.
Testimonials
What Clients Are Saying
“Dori did a fantastic job helping me finalize my resume as I prepared to enter the professional world. I would recommend her to anyone who is needing help improving their resume. I now have a resume that is professional and highlights my experience.“
2021 College Graduate
“Because of Dori, I felt extremely confident submitting my resume as a part of my law school application! When I started preparing for the application cycle, I was struggling to condense 4 years of experiences into one page. Dori helped me tailor my resume to best showcase my campus involvement and work experience and serve as a true snapshot of my achievements!“
2019 College Graduate
“Dori has helped me with everything related to applying for new jobs. From understanding how to use LinkedIn effectively to updating my resume to helping me prepare for interviews, Dori helped every step of the way. I firmly believe that I experienced success in my job search because of her guidance. As someone who has been in my career for over 10 years, it had been awhile since I had applied for jobs and I needed guidance. Dori was the perfect person for that, and I would highly recommend her services to anyone.”
2022 Job Applicant
“Dori helped my daughter prepare for sorority recruitment. She met with her to review and revise her resume and offered a wealth of information and guidance about each step of the process. Her advice and expertise provided so much encouragement and allowed my daughter to feel more confident and prepared going into recruitment week. She was available at every step along the way. Her help was truly invaluable to both of us!”
Parent of 2021 College Freshman
“Dori has been a wealth of helpful information for me as I prepare for recruitment! She has helped me to focus on what is important and not important. She has put my mind at ease and answered all my questions! She also provided valuable insight and recommendations while I was preparing my resume!”
2021 College Freshman
“Dori has given me the right tools and contacts to be able to make this important [major/career] decision. She genuinely cares about helping you whether that be one session or five. I now have a plan and know what I need to do to meet my goals. Couldn’t recommend her enough: if you feel stuck and unsure of your future plans, start here.“
2021 College Freshman
“It has been years since I last updated my resume, but Dori was extremely helpful with her online tutorial in bringing it up to date. I would highly recommend her services for anyone looking for a job, from first time job seekers to those looking to re-enter the workforce or transition to a new position.”
2021 Job Applicant – Career Change
“It has been over 25 years since I updated my resume and I became overwhelmed trying to prepare for a job application. Dori expertly guided me through the process of applying my volunteer experiences to make for a solid resume. Dori was patient and professional, and I am so thankful she was available to help me!”