Graduated:
CU Boulder

Degree:
Master’s in Computer Science

New Job:
Sr Associate, Software Engineering

“Cathy Lanzalaco and Inspire Careers played a pivotal role in my job search this year. Despite having relevant internship and part-time experience, landing interviews as a new grad in the competitive software engineering job market was challenging. Cathy and her program provided invaluable guidance, from resume and LinkedIn profile overhauls to weekly check-ins that kept me on track until I secured my desired job offer.

I highly recommend Cathy and Inspire Careers to anyone struggling with their job search. Their program offers comprehensive support, including personalized advice on networking, which was key to helping me step out of my comfort zone and land interviews with top companies. I’m grateful for the reassurance and support Cathy provided throughout the process.”

Graduated:
Rochester Institute of Technology

Degree:
Computing Security

New Job:
System and Network Coordinator

“Cannot recommend Cathy (and by extension, Inspire Careers) enough. Anyone, especially young adults looking to learn how to navigate the professional world, can benefit from the wisdom Cathy spreads. Cathy had helped jumpstart my career’s engine with a killer resume to reflect my skills and experience, and had taught me how to communicate and navigate the social and professional dynamics of the working world. This allowed me to efficiently cut to how I can use my skills gained over the years to not only give to the working world, but to grow myself as well.

If you’re feeling at all lost in a job world that you’re not sure how to export your talent, seriously reach out.”

Graduated:
University of California at Irvine

Degree:
Computer Science

New Job:
Junior Developer, Lentegrity

“I worked with Cathy to get into software development roles and was impressed with the thoughtfulness and consideration she put into the programs. She was always positive, supportive, and consistently provided thoughtful feedback with regards to both the application process as well as resume, portfolio, and cover letter recommendations. Her industry expertise helped me contextualize my background and experiences in a meaningful way that helped me orient myself toward more technical positions. If you’re an upcoming/recent grad, job seeker, or anyone looking to familiarize themself with resume writing and common networking strategies to assist in their career progression then consider looking into her resources! It was a pleasure to work with her.”

Graduated:
Swarthmore College

Degree:
Sustainability

New Job:
Sales Development Representative at Rubicon

“The Inspire Careers Student Professional Launch Program is amazing at developing young professionals in the early stages of their careers. Cathy inspires and teaches skills that immediately help differentiate from other recent college graduates and will be important throughout their entire careers. Cathy’s attentive and involved approach helps you bring out your strengths and develop yourself professionally.

I cannot recommend Inspire Careers enough for any level of your career, but especially for young professionals. You will not regret working with Cathy.”

– Alec White, Sales Development Representative at Rubicon

Graduated:
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Degree:
Business Management & Psychology Science

New Job:
Territory Manager at Hills Pet Nutrition

“I graduated in May and am starting a dream job I didn’t even know existed just 3 short months later. I reached out to Cathy and became a part of her Student Professional Launch Program because I was clueless as to what professional direction I wanted to look. Cathy provided me with the resources to channel my likes, dislikes, passions, and personality into a career context that helped narrow down what felt like a black hole of options.

Cathy’s goal is not just to help her clients land a job, it is to help her clients land a job they LOVE. This seemed like an insurmountable task in my eyes, but became possible after working with Cathy. She wants to see each and every one of her clients succeed. She is the cheerleader you didn’t know you needed. Cathy is truly an inspiration as an entrepreneur, a woman, and a leader, and I will recommend her services 11 times out of 10.”

– Sam Fedele, Territory Manager, Hill’s Pet Nutrition

Graduated:
University at Buffalo

Degree:
Chemical Engineering

New Job:
Software Test Engineer at IMA Life

“Cathy at Inspire Careers did an incredible job setting me up for success in my own professional career! I was very impressed by how committed Cathy is as a guide and mentor; along the journey, she was always available to answer my questions and offer support when I needed it. Job searching can be an exhaustive process, but I felt a great sense of confidence due to how the program breaks things down into step-by-step achievable goals.

I want to specifically highlight Cathy’s knowledge of the LinkedIn platform, and how you can get the most value from your own profile to be seen by other employers. Her eye for detail is also apparent in how we designed my new resume, which was designed with purpose to target the exact types of jobs I had interest in. A lot of careful consideration went into presenting myself in a way that stands out from other job applicants. One thing that impressed me beyond expectations were the professional connections gained through this experience. I met a lot of wonderful people through Cathy who encouraged me along my journey, and this networking was essential in finding a job that aligned with my own skills. Having a support system was motivating in my own job search, and I appreciated the positive environment that I could be a part of.

Overall, I highly recommend that anyone struggling in their job search reach out to Inspire Careers and consider their program! Cathy is extremely talented and stands out amongst many others in this field. The process did wonders for me, and I encourage others to invest the time into developing their professional selves!”

– Riley Smith, Software Test Engineer, IMA Life

Graduated:
Villanova University

Degree:
Economics

New Job:
Data Coordinator at Sandhill Investment Management

“Working with Cathy was the single best move I made as a jobseeker. I was skeptical when I began the program because I had spent months scouring job postings and nothing ever piqued my interest or felt like the right fit. I didn’t know how working with a career coach could change that hopeless and disinterested mindset, but after our first meeting I knew I made the right choice. Cathy’s program was perfectly paced and started with helping me discover my true interests via assessments and informational interviews through her vast network. Her re-vamping of my LinkedIn and resume made me stand out much more and get noticed by recruiters. Besides all of the great work we did together, I cherished our weekly meetings the most as we got to catch up and chat on things not related to job searching. She’s an understanding and caring person who sincerely has your best interest at heart. If you’re in the market for a job, call Cathy.”

– Colin Helfer, Data Coordinator, Sandhill Investment Management

Graduated:
Temple University

Degree:
Entrepreneurial Studies

New Job:
Co-owner at Callowhill Notary Services

“I’m not sure how people find job opportunities without Cathy’s help. She has been an integral part in my job search as she has instructed me with tips about LinkedIn, resumes, and the many other ways of marketing yourself to ensure success. Cathy’s efforts are not simply for landing you any position, they are for finding opportunities you once thought were unattainable. Consider Cathy’s services as an investment…working with her will immediately increase your initial salary by far more than what you are investing in her services! I happened to get an instant return on my investment. Highly recommend!”

– CJ Luksch, Worldwide Express Account Executive

Graduated:
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University

Degree:
Aerospace, Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineering

New Job:
Systems Engineer at Collins Aerospace

“Cathy provided an excellent service which spanned from the beginning of the job search process to the point where I accepted a job offer. On top of the service she provided with creating a professional resume and cover letter, she also advised me as I kept applying for jobs, doing interviews, etc. She assisted me in improving skills in networking and following-up. The feedback she provided about my interviewing ability led me to make some improvements to how I would answer questions. Overall, the service has been greatly beneficial and I learned much about the importance of networking and following-up which I will certainly make use of over the course of my career. I am satisfied with the systems engineering position I landed, and I believe that without the experience and education I had over the course of the program, it would have been much more difficult to land a job of this level of experience and prestige.”

– Eric Fisher, Systems Engineer, Collins Aerospace

“Cathy was a great resource for helping to get my son an engineering position post-graduation. She was the key to him being able to get into the job market and acquire his first professional position.

My son got good grades throughout his bachelor’s and master’s programs in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, but that didn’t seem to be enough to get employers interested in him. He was not fortunate enough to have gotten an internship and didn’t have many extracurricular activities in college. We searched around for people who could help with creating a resume and coaching him for the interview process. Fortunately, Cathy was highly recommended by one of the coaching people in our area who was too busy to help at the time. Cathy had regular sessions with my son over the course of several months. She started by creating a professional resume and getting his LinkedIn profile set up correctly. She sent him a notebook outlining the entire process he would be going through, so he knew what would be involved.

In the end, after Cathy coached him for five months, he was finally offered the quality job he had been seeking. He might have eventually gotten the position without her help, but there is no doubt that she taught him valuable skills that he will have for the rest of his life. Thank you, Cathy. I am convinced that you made it possible for our son to get what he deserved.”

– Michael Fisher, 5G PCB Designer at Nokie and Eric’s Father

Graduated:
Temple University

Degree:
Communication and Media Studies

New Job:
Associate Product Manager at Spherix Global Insights

“I acquired Cathy’s services as a recent graduate with little to no experience. Attaining an entry-level job to begin my career genuinely seemed impossible. After a few desperate months, I hired Cathy to assist me in my search. She helped me navigate the landscape of professional corporations with expertise. The resume she made for me got amazing reviews from tenured HR professionals. Her interview tips quite literally got me a job at a respectable pharmaceutical market research company.

Let me be clear: I could not have achieved the fortunate outcome I got without Cathy’s help. Ultimately she got me to:

• Understand my value and why corporations WILL want to hire me.
• Have professional resources to give to professional employers (incredible resume, cover letter, etc).
• Communicate my value effectively to potential employers in interviews and other correspondence.
• See the light at the end of a miserably dark tunnel.

Thanks for your help, Cathy. If you need someone to guide you through the often nebulous search for employment, I can’t recommend Cathy Lanzalaco enough.”

– Xavier Mazuerk, Associate Product Manager, Spherix Global Insights

“I strongly recommend Cathy as a career counselor for young people entering the job market. She helped my son when he graduated from college and I wish I had retained her while he was still in college. She has deep knowledge of all things related to the application and hiring processes and a no-nonsense approach to those processes. She has a tremendous ability to connect with young people about the decidedly grown-up task of, not only finding a job, but starting a career. She is well worth twice what she charges.“

– Edward Mazurek, Chairman of the Mazurek Law Firm and Xavier’s Father

Graduated:
Niagara University

Degree:
Hospitality and Tourism Management

New Job:
Operations Coordinator at Beyond Times Square

“I used my brand new, custom-made resume to catch the attention of employers, and they helped me create a TikTok resume to help me stand out from other candidates!

In just weeks, I landed my dream job a whole month before even graduating college!”

– Mary Eggert, Tourism Digital Marketing Professional

Graduated:
University of North Texas

Degree:
Biology, Kinestesiology & Psychology

New Job:
Enrolled in Nuclear Medicine Technology Program at Tarrant County College

“It was an absolute joy working with Cathy! Before working with her, I was completely lost in my career path and had no idea what I wanted to do.

She helped guide me in finding a career I would enjoy and feel passionate about. She is an excellent motivator and truly knows what she is doing! She also helped to create a beautiful resume and LinkedIn profile for me.

I am looking forward to keeping in touch with her as she continues to provide assistance and advice as I move further in my education and career!”

– Haley Mitchell, Aspiring Nuclear Medicine Technologist

“Cathy is amazing! She was able to help my daughter Haley, who recently had graduated college, take a moment and breathe. This may sound relatively unimportant but it was actually quite critical in her approach to helping Haley. Cathy structured a very robust plan that held Haley accountable while allowing her to see her movement and success in the program. We couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Haley was able to identify a clinical area of interest that has tremendous growth potential while playing to her strengths and interests. She’ll continue her post-graduate work pursuing a degree in Nuclear Medicine. There is a plan to follow allowing for pivoting where needed. Within 24 months Haley will be in the workforce. The future is quite bright and WE couldn’t be more appreciative of Cathy and all of her efforts. I HIGHLY recommend Cathy for graduating seniors, recent graduates and professionals looking to make a change. THANK YOU Cathy!”

– Rob Mitchell, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Sales Enablement, Rently, and Haley’s Father

Graduated:
Canisius College

Degree:
Journalism and Communications

New Job:
Head of Communications and Public Relations at Twipes

“Cathy was extremely helpful in helping me land a new job. From coaching sessions, in which she taught me valuable skills for each step in the job search process, to the connections she helped me make, to the fantastic new ATS-compatible resume she developed, she was very supportive throughout and the program was tremendously beneficial.

I highly recommend it for anyone struggling to find job who are in need of the right tools to find a good fit and confidence when it comes their search.”

– Adam Duke, Digital News Producer, WIVB

Graduated:
George Washington University

Degree:
International Affairs and Public Policy

New Job:
Case Specialist at International Institute of New England

“During her senior year of college, Cathy worked with my daughter helping her with career advice as she graduated with a degree in International Affairs. Cathy is knowledgeable, strategic, professional, and highly effective.

She guided my daughter in best practices of resume-writing, cover-letter writing, job searching, interviewing, and generally building a comprehensive personal brand – which is so critical these days. And my daughter had a job offer for a position that she really wanted by graduation. I highly recommend Cathy!”

– Carla Gates, Digital Marketer and Jessica’s Mom

Graduated:
Mercyhurst University

Degree:
Applied Forensic Sciences

New Job:
Account Executive at CGI Social

“With Cathy’s help I was able to land a job with a growing and innovative medical sales company. She helped me curate a fabulous cover letter, resume and more. She coached me through the job search, application, and interview process and also educated me on how to professionally and most effectively use LinkedIn. I would recommend Cathy to anybody!”

– Connor Sokal, Sales Executive, Randox Toxicology, Inc.