Schwan Stratifyr
The essence of our work is to facilitate self-growth by helping to identify the core challenges and setbacks so that they can overcome them with confidence.
Because we're all about growth – both personal and professional – for jobseekers, we're here to dive deep into your resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile, uncovering those tricky hurdles. Together, we'll conquer them, boosting your chances for success.
And for businesses, we've got your back too. From revamping hiring practices to fine-tuning your talent or workforce management, we're your partners in progress. Think of us as your little birdies for building a stronger, more empowered team.
What We Do
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Resume Review
& Edit
$95
This service includes hands-on revisions (reviewing, analyzing, and editing) of the resume. We will not only provide feedback but also make direct edits to the document. This can involve rephrasing bullet points, reorganizing sections, and finetuning the content for maximum impact. The aim is to transform the existing resume into a polished and compelling document that effectively highlights your qualifications, accomplishments, and career goals.
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College Career Coaching: Job Search Strategies & Career Roadmapping
$50.00
This comprehensive service involves personalized one-on-one coaching sessions either virtual or via email with us. The focus is on providing strategic guidance and support throughout your job search journey. We will help you identify your career goals, strengths, and areas for development. Together, we will create a customized career roadmap, outlining actionable steps to achieve those goals. The consultant will also offer advice on job search strategies, including networking, application techniques, interview preparation, and negotiation tactics. Regular coaching sessions provide ongoing support, motivation, and accountability as you progress towards your desired career outcomes.
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Are You a Business In Need of Workforce / Contingent Workforce Management?
We also offer specialized client services to address critical challenges in hiring practices, workforce governance (contingent included) and enablement for organizations and startups with hourly or statement of work fee structures. Please contact us at any time if you have questions or comments.
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Cover Letter Creation
OR Edit
$75
For those seeking assistance with cover letters, this service offers the creation OR revision of a tailored cover letter. We will work closely with the information you provide to understand your target job or industry, and then craft a cover letter that aligns with your skills and experiences. If you already have a cover letter, we will provide feedback on its content, tone, and relevance. The end result is a professionally written cover letter that complements your resume and enhances your job application.
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Executive Coaching
(90 Minute Session)
$250
Are you a C-Suite Executive looking for someone to improve you in your current role? Or need help upgrading your skills for a better role? Schwan Career Consulting offers executive coaching in individual 90 minute sessions for quick, short term teaching to get you pointed in the right direction.
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LinkedIn Profile
Optimization
$95
Not only do we do resume writing, we also do LinkedIn profile optimization to align it with your resume's existing content and pointers for improvement (plus a customized banner) to give you a more cohesive professional brand that will make you stand out to recruiters and hiring managers. After all, LinkedIn is your resume that is visible 24/7.
Who We Are
Welcome to Schwan Stratifyr (Formerly Schwan Career Consulting), where your professional success is our passion. Our founder, Joel Schwan, isn’t just a seasoned consultant, HR and staffing professional - he’s your dedicated partner on your journey to unlock your full job search potential.
With a master’s degree in Industrial & Organizational Psychology, Joel brings a unique blend of academic knowledge and practical experience to the table. He’s not just equipping professionals with strategies - he’s empowering you to navigate your career path with confidence, whether you’re an entry-level professional or an experienced leader.
But Joel’s expertise doesn’t stop there. He also offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to tackle the most critical challenges in hiring practices for organizations and startups.
Joel is committed to finding the right fit for every situation. Our fee structure is as flexible as our services, with options for Hourly Rate or Statement of Work fee structures. We’re here to answer any questions you may have, so please send us an RFP to learn more.
At Schwan Stratifyr, we’re not just providing services - we’re building partnerships for professional success.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Should I read the Terms and Conditions and Refund Policy before completing the purchase?Yes. At checkout, everyone must check that they read and agree to the Terms and Conditions and Refund Policy before completing the purchase. That ensures everyone is on the same page.
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What is your refund policy?Schwan Career Consulting maintains a strict no-refund policy with regard to all transactions. Once a purchase is finalized, it is deemed irrevocable. Should circumstances such as securing alternative employment or a change in personal preferences arise after the purchase, Schwan Career Consulting cannot be held liable to issue reimbursements for the services rendered. In instances where there is misalignment between the provided review's viewpoints or the resultant format of the resume, we extend our sincere apologies. It is crucial to note that these service provisions are formulated based upon Joel's seasoned expertise, aiming to optimize your prospects of successful employment attainment. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.
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I made my purchase. Now what?Be sure to follow the directions that are listed on the service that you purchased. Each service has instructions listed (i.e., what to send, where, and when). The instructions are also on your order confirmation that is automatically generated and emailed to you upon purchase. Don't see it? Be sure to check your spam.
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Do you write resumes from scratch?Yes, we can write resumes from scratch as long as you provide the work history with job duties, skills, and education needed to craft it.
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When I submit my resume and/or cover letter, do you care what format?We prefer Word, but PDF is also ok as long as there is text and not graphics.
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What is the difference between a review and an edit?The terms "review" and "edit" are often used interchangeably, but they actually refer to different stages in the revision process. Here’s a breakdown of the differences: Review A review typically involves evaluating and assessing a document's content, structure, and overall effectiveness. The purpose of a review is to: Identify strengths and weaknesses in the content. Highlight areas where the document can be improved, such as clarity, coherence, tone, or style. Assess if the content is meeting its intended goals and is suitable for the target audience. In a resume context, a review might involve examining whether: The resume uses strong action verbs. Accomplishments are clearly highlighted. The formatting is clean and professional. There are any sections or details missing, such as skills or education. Edit An edit, on the other hand, involves making actual changes to the content based on the feedback from the review. Editing focuses on: Correcting grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. Refining language, word choice, and sentence structure. Enhancing clarity and readability. Ensuring consistency in style and format. Fact-checking and verifying accuracy where necessary. For a resume, an edit would involve: Rewriting bullet points to include specific action verbs. Quantifying accomplishments to strengthen the impact. Reorganizing sections for better readability. Fixing any grammar or spelling errors. In short, we combine both the review as an analysis that identifies what could be improved, while editing to implement those improvements.
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Is this a collaborative process?No, this is not a live/collaborative process. There are no phone calls or video chats. When requesting a review, the process is complete when the review is sent back to you and the product is final. When requesting an edit, the process is complete when the resume or cover letter is sent back to you and the product is final. If more information is needed for the resume, i.e., computer skills, expansion of skill/duty bullet points, quantification of successes, etc., that information will have to be provided by the individual at the time of purchase when the resume is submitted. If, when reviewing the documents, our consultant determines more information is needed, we will request it.
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Regarding the editing, are there multiple drafts or revisions?There are no multiple drafts or revisions, as the finished product is our opinion of what a successful resume would look like for you. The work is based on Joel's experience and observations.
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Are your services guaranteed?We do NOT guarantee success for jobseekers utilizing provided advice/documents as hiring consists of many variables, including roles applied to, timing, interviewing skill, etc. However, we can say your chances will be greatly increased with our help.
PUBLICATIONS
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Books
Career Articles
Contingent Workforce Management Articles
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Independent Contractors: Shaping the Future of the Workforce
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Master Rate Management for Enhanced Contingent Workforce Retention
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Contractors vs. Full-Time Employees: Making the Case for Contract Work
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Data Analytics as the Game-Changer in Managing Contingent Workers
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Contingent Workforce Solutions: Unlocking Agility for Modern Businesses
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Navigating Vendor Management Systems (VMS) in Staffing with Finesse
Workforce Management Articles
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Unlocking Success in 2024: A Practical Guide to Automating Your SMB
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Crafting a Successful Job Search Strategy for Your Clients
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Extending Company Culture to a Remote Workforce in the Video Game Industry
Let’s Work Together
At Schwan Stratifyr, we understand the power of strategic partnerships. We’re actively seeking collaboration opportunities with Business Communities, Staffing Firms, MSPs and anyone else who share our vision for innovation and excellence in workforce & contingent workforce management.
Why Partner with Us?
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Combine your expertise with our proven track record in workforce management solutions.
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Build innovative strategies that drive mutual growth.
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Access a partnership dedicated to delivering exceptional results.
Submit your proposal via our online form to explore how we can benefit from working together.
Or email joelschwan@schwanstratifyr.com
