Testimonials
FROM OUR VALUED CLIENTELE
Discover the transformative impact of our personal branding consultations and executive resume writing services through the words of our satisfied clients. From C-suite leaders to industry trailblazers, our expertly crafted resumes and LinkedIn™ profiles have propelled careers to new heights, earning accolades and opportunities in top organisations worldwide.
Sophia* is already a highly accomplished and successful Executive in the Health and Aged Care industry but she suspected her CV wasn’t making the most of her talent. A recruiter confirmed that suspicion and referred her to Executive Agents for some expert guidance.
Initially, Sophia just wanted Executive Agents to look at her CV and tell her what was wrong with it but the insights she gained from that brief consultation and review were enough to convince her to take a leap and sign up for a complete CV reconstruction, including a Personal Branding Session.
This is more than a good sales story because we at Executive Agents are about more than CVs and cover letters: we’re about helping our clients realise their potential. We’re also about results.
Soon after applying for a dream role, Sophia was invited to an interview and reached out to us again for Interview Coaching. When she was called back for a second interview and asked to provide a strategy presentation, she knew exactly who to turn to.
Because this is not a fairy tale, there is no fairy tale ending. Ultimately, the panel opted for someone else who was a local to the area. However, the real-world outcomes might be just as good. In their feedback, the panellists noted Sophia ‘interviewed exceptionally well, the presentation was excellent and that the Board believed very strongly [she] can do the job.’
Sophia herself writes ‘I don’t see this as a loss and am sure that the right position will come along – I am more confident than ever. Thank you again to you and your team. I will reach out again, maybe sooner than you think.’
*”Sophia” is a pseudonym. We respect our clients’ confidentiality.
Gap analysis to determine improvements needed.
Identify unique selling proposition, story and narrative
Full-rewrite and new graphic design with ATS testing.
Targeted mock job interview
Formulate 12-month strategy to deliver board’s goals.
After a fulfilling period of maternity leave, Natalie was content in her role in Workers Compensation Management. However, her career took an unexpected turn when she stumbled upon her dream job: an opportunity of a lifetime with Amazon, which was too enticing to resist! She approached us to align her CV specifically for this role, a move that secured her the coveted first phone interview.
Navigating Amazon’s renowned, rigorous interview process demanded a high level of preparation. Recognising this, Natalie returned to us for job interview coaching to equip herself for the forthcoming challenges. She had this to say about her experience:
“Executive Agents were a clear choice for me when seeking assistance in updating my CV and preparing for an interview. Their promptness, professionalism and attention-to-detail, paired with their personalised approach and innate kindness really sets them apart from the rest. They made me feel confident and cheered for throughout the process, which was a real comfort given the somewhat intimidating feeling of applying for new roles. But above all else, their work and feedback given throughout my time with them is industry-leading and really helped set me apart from the rest.”
And the remarkable conclusion to this success story?
“My experience with Executive Agents played a pivotal role in my success in securing the position I aspired to. I genuinely believe I wouldn’t have attained this position without their coaching and support. The mock interview sessions were particularly invaluable in ensuring I presented myself at my very best. I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone.”
Thank you, Natalie, for choosing us. We’re absolutely thrilled for your success and wish you the very best in your exciting new career!
A period of reflection has led Chris, a successful Entrepreneur, to embark on a new career trajectory. He knew his experience was valuable but hadn’t found a way to articulate its range and depth without compromising on immediacy. After going around in circles, Chris contacted Executive Agents and hasn’t looked back since.
For Chris, ‘the discovery process and questions asked’ have ensured his professional profile expresses the significance of both his expertise and his motivations. Importantly, his CV clarifies what he has to offer, making him confident that he is putting his ‘best foot forward’ in a competitive market. As far as Chris is concerned, the Executive Agents team ‘really knows its stuff.’
We think that he really knows his stuff too and look forward to following his new career journey!
Having been in his role as an Information Security, Risk Management and Technology Executive for a number of years, Michael was unsure about the currency of his CV and LinkedIn profile. He called Executive Agents hoping to build an online presence and within days of his LinkedIn profile being updated, was contacted by several firms leading to opportunities for revenue generation.
Following Executive Agents’ expert guidance, Michael focussed on his unique selling proposition, an exercise he describes as being ‘both eye-opening and humbling’. With a renewed emphasis on his strengths in leadership and communication, Michael’s professional profile is now a powerful reflection of his aptitude for driving and delivering effective digital governance and transformation.
To gain the material and confidence needed to successfully pursue your career goals, Michael recommends you look no further than Executive Agents.
Michael, it was a pleasure to work with you. Good luck for the next stages in your career!
Audrey recently completed a Law Degree and having already made a name for herself as an outstanding Executive Assistant, is ready to try something different. Getting your application to be noticed by employers is difficult: explaining how your expertise is relevant to roles outside your current profession only compounds that difficulty, so Audrey called Executive Agents.
Without ignoring her Finance and Project Management capabilities, Audrey worked with the Executive Agents team to shape materials positioning her for a transition into the Law. Skills such as strategic leadership, compliance and legal acumen form the centrepiece of her new CV. We also decided to bolster this law-facing skillset with an emphasis on less tangible qualities, including a knack for communication and collaboration.
Audrey now has a better sense of her potential and feels poised for her next interview. She also told us that with Executive Agents ‘I felt like a valued client from the very first day. Nick and his team know how to treat their clients really well.’
We are delighted to have been able to work with Audrey and look forward to following her ongoing success.
Clarens is an Assistant Construction Manager for the ZZ2 Group in Mooketsi, South Africa who wants to use his highly transferable skills to not only support his family and make a difference at work but to see the world. Clarens made contact with Executive Agents because, as he put it, he was looking for a ‘first class resume’ capturing his leadership qualities and hands-on experience in a way that resonated with companies at home and overseas.
Clarens worked closely with the Executive Agents team to craft application materials highlighting his strengths for local and global employers and to ensure consistency across all the elements of his professional profile, including his LinkedIn account. With an eye towards the next stage of his career, we also drew attention to Clarens’ promise as a Construction Manager.
For Clarens, Executive Agents is the obvious choice because in addition to producing excellent application materials, we are responsive and keep our clients in the loop.
Thank you Clarens: we wish you all the best as your Career Journey continues!