I purchased the Career Launch Kit for $899 from Your Next Jump (YNJ), along with a cover letter for…read morean additional $100. While I appreciated the professionalism in communication, the overall experience fell short in several important ways. First, there was minimal human interaction throughout the process. At no point did anyone take the time to understand my unique career goals--whether I was repositioning myself for a new industry, returning to the workforce after a break, or targeting a specific type of role. The service felt highly templated and lacked the strategic depth I expected from a career consulting company. They did want me to submit two job opportunities, to get an understanding of the roles I wanted to apply to, but by the time YNJ completed their services, those roles are obsolete. YNJ emphasizes their move toward AI- and tech-driven solutions, but this focus seems out of sync with recent hiring trends and feedback from recruiters nationwide, who have voiced growing concerns about the authenticity and accuracy of AI-generated materials (https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/21/business/dealbook/ai-job-applications.html?smid=url-share). Unfortunately, that disconnect was evident in the documents I received. They don't need to be experts in every field, but there's a noticeable lack of industry knowledge that makes it difficult for them to highlight critical, role-specific functions. Drafts were returned with errors--including incomplete sentences and exaggerated or unclear claims--so I had to carefully review everything to avoid misrepresenting myself. Revision times of 24-48 hours (even for minor edits) created unnecessary delays in my job search. And conversations with Tim felt rushed and surface-level; I was never fully confident that my feedback was truly understood or applied. I did call YNJ to discuss these concerns before posting this review, but they did not respond, I'm assuming it is because they already received their payment. I had roughly five different hiring managers review their work, and none were impressed. While the general template that they utilize is unique to their services and adds a splash of color amid the monotonous pile of resumes, nothing really stands out. In the end, Your Next Jump's work may serve as a basic starting point, but if you're a professional with a nontraditional background, transitioning industries, or aiming for mid-to-senior level roles, you'll likely need to invest significant time refining their drafts yourself--or seek more strategic, personalized support elsewhere.

I have never wrote a review before but feel obligated to due to my experience…read more I purchased the Job Search essential package for fixing up my resume and I have to say I am incredibly disappointed with the service. They didn't bother trying to understand my job or what career I am looking for and basically just copy and pasted my previous resume but in a different template. The very few changes they made were sentences that were incoherent, repetitive (used the same sentence several times throughout the resume), and full of typos. No amount of "unlimited back and forth between the writer" is going to salvage poor and lazy writing. You're better off saving your money and doing it yourself or passing it through ChatGPT (which I am pretty sure they are doing anyways). The 5/5 star reviews for this company are clearly purchased/bots. Christina J.'s review is spot on for the experience

I had the pleasure work with Workbridge for my recent job search. They are an awesome group to work…read morewith. I was working with a few of their associates for multiple opportunities and have high regard for each one for them. They have been always accessible for any and all questions I had during the process. Dustin was always on top of things and got me answers right away. I eventually accepted one of the offers initiated by Workbridge and that was in part of my relationship with the folks here. They even checked on me on my first day, just to make sure I was settling in okay. I would most certainly work with them in the future :)

On the fence about working/Applying with this Agency?…read more I read the yelp reviews, they are great! However, all of the Leadership at WB looks to me to be about 20 years old or less? I have interviewed in the past with very young Recruiters, have a bad feeling about them...giggly, unprofessional, silly, un-professional, and have no idea about what it is like to be a consummate professional in the USA, anymore. The most recent Recruiter I spoke with in Ashburn, VA. was a constant giggler! Sooooooo... Annoying. She was NOT working at Woodbridge, per se. but that is the type of Recruiter that I have been running into, all throughout the Virginia area. I am hoping for a much better experience with Woodbridge? I will write another Woodbridge review, once I speak with some there.

Cat is an extraordinary, heart-centered coach who has a gifted way of seeing directly into your…read moreheart and helping you get in touch with your innermost passion and joy fulfilling path. She is a true model of what coaching is all about. She helped me identify years worth of BS that I'd hidden from myself. I felt liberated and full of possibilities while working with Cat and highly, highly recommend her. She's non-judgmental and also willing to challenge you when you need a gentle nudge. I'm a better coach, leader and entrepreneur after having worked with Cat. She also helped me celebrate more and invest in my happiness and self-care in a way that is refreshing and sustainable. What a joy!

Over the past year, I've worked with Cat in two small groups. Coming into the coaching experience,…read moreI was looking for clarity of career and purpose. Coaching did help me figure out some of those things, but more than that I learned to accept responsibility for every aspect of my life. That wasn't easy at times and it was really great being in a supportive group watching others learn those lessons too. But what was really special about the experience was that Cat didn't just offer support and accountability for what I thought I should be working on. She challenged me to turn my attention towards things I was actively avoiding, the things I was afraid to face. Now, I finally understand that I create all of it--the good and the bad. I'm more confident about what I truly want and I know I have all the power, time and energy that I need to keep changing my life.

If you think your potential matters, then Rockport and The Pathfinder by Nick Lore are worth every…read morepenny! I'm talking opportunity cost. College debt. Low-paying entry-level or dead-end jobs. Yellow pages (ok, internet) guesswork. Sketchy advices. High stress, low satisfaction. Poor health and quality of life. A checkered résumé. No horizon. All these costs can overwhelm you (like me), but it needn't be that way. I found Rockport and The Pathfinder over 20 years ago. The methods made sense even to the younger me, and Rockport testing gave me hard data about myself that complemented the inquiries in the book. But I tried to DIY the process and failed to follow through. I spent decades in wrong jobs. I spent money on false starts in school, and lost wages working jobs I hated-usually starting over again each time. I read books that fell flat (Parachute) or just confirmed a suspicion that I was lost (Do What You Are). Online tests (Holland, Strong, etc) gave me pieces for a fee but never helped me complete the puzzle. I was unconsciously comparing all these ideas to the framework of The Pathfinder and Rockport's simple premise: that I can design a life and life's work that I love. So, having tried unsuccessfully to make my own way, I got back in touch with Nick Lore. What a rediscovery! Rockport immediately gave me Simon & Schuster's latest edition. All-new materials illustrate dozens of self-administered inquiries and tools, and new breakthrough language talks readers through the process step-by-step. Way beyond a rehash of personality assessments and goal lists, the 2nd Edition of The Pathfinder makes sense of each career puzzle piece. It shows readers how to get past stumbling blocks, how to market the new you in ways that many find impossible to realize alone. Finally, here is a book to embrace with confidence! Be forewarned: those who want easy answers won't find them, while those who do the work that matters will make breakthroughs. If younger me sucked at staying on task, and lost time and money choosing DIY, then you can save yourself all that when you reach out to Rockport. I'm still working with my Rockport coach, working a new career path, and feeling progress. You can, too!

Find out what your innate abilities are. Use the results to guide your career choices. Make best…read moreuse of who you are. The Rockport career test gives you those insights. The new interpretation materials are further help in selecting a career. I also enjoyed the post test session with a counselor.

Working with my coach, Michele, imbued me with a positive and optimistic outlook that I would have…read morestruggled to reach on my own. I had clarity about the kinds of roles I was seeking, and I had successfully weeded out dead-end job titles. The informational interviews I conducted connected me with some top people in my region and in my field. Additionally, Michele's encouraging and uplifting validation helped me get clear on a side project that I wanted to build up. Though I did not end my CCC journey with a job offer in hand, I felt much more positive about myself, my career journey, and my ultimate destination as a result of the program. I am grateful that I had the opportunity to participate in this coaching program. It truly arrived in my life at the perfect time. I am currently in a new role (it's my 6th week) that successfully combines all of my prior experience and that gives me a chance to continue to make a difference. I feel more confident in my professional trajectory because of CCC.

I had felt passion in some of the roles that I'd held previously, and I wanted that back. I…read morecouldn't find the sweet spot of where I wanted to be in my company. I wasn't satisfied, but I didn't know what I would find fulfilling. Working with my coach at Cardy Career Coaching was a really collaborative approach. I needed someone to coach me out of my own way, out of my own barriers and excuses. Changing careers has impacted my life in such a positive way. You think you can only go so far. Until you give yourself a chance, you don't know where that line is. It's a complete 180 from where my mental and emotional state was before. It's been fantastic.

Ms. Olatunde is truly brilliant! and, the most talented writer I know. And, best of all she speaks…read morethe language of "academia." Most importantly, she has assisted me over many years with every fellowship and university application I've ever written. She aided me in restructuring these important essays to throw away the fat and focus on just the meat. Ms. Olatunde gives incredible feedback and gently guides you towards those areas you need to focus on. And, with Ms. Olatunde's help I achieved success in my undergraduate and graduate school entrance essays, my fellowship essays, including various other graduate schools I applied to. As Ms. Olatunde aided me in writing a number of essays to different schools her assistance afforded me with options to choose and select from multiple schools. As a result, I have a B.A. from the University of California and an M.F.A. from a film conservatory. Her talents, skills, and assistance are unmatched by others. She has aided not just me over the years but also all four of my siblings--all of whom obtained graduate or post graduate degrees! Moreover, she continues to assist me throughout my career with editing technical writing from time to time. I cannot endorse Ms. Olatunde enough! You will obtain success and a plethora of guidance, and that in and of itself is worth its weight in gold!

excellent services from Ms. Sumayia. Highly recommend her educational services !!!!!! She helped…read moreme to get in the schools I wanted and she helped with my resume, application, fellowship awards, and everything else that relate to graduate-school application.

I started working with Sophie during a challenging job transition. Her versatile/magical toolbox…read morehelped me gain perspective, identify problems and move forward. She gave me the confidence, clarity and concrete tools to start a major job search and interview again for the first time in decades. Sophie's far more than a great coach - she's a fairy godmother, BFF, cheerleader and wise soul. SHE'S the one you want by your side in the muck of career transitions. Thanks to Sophie's guidance and support, I started a great new job last month and am forever grateful! I can't express how greatly Sophie impacted my life, career and relationships - personal and professional. She helped me seek and find meaningful work, "rewrite my story," reclaim my confidence, and nail the interview. :) Sophie's an amazing life/career coach and the complete package: focused, reflective, productive, inquisitive, supportive, compassionate and kind. She means it when she promises: "I believe in you and when you doubt yourself, you can borrow some of that confidence. The beauty of my work is my confidence in you is a renewable resource."

Sophie has been so helpful and has given me great job hunting advice and tactics that have really…read morehelped me! I highly recommend her :)

Great company to work with. CEO, operations manager, career coach and resume writer - all wonderful…read morewomen to work with. They helped me with figuring out what my next career path is and writing my resume from scratch. Michelle Glick is so prompt with responding to all my emails which is very much appreciated. I highly recommend working with this company. You won't regret it! I certainly don't! Big thanks to The Career Strategy Group!

NOTE she only has one Review & she is quite expensive in my…read moreopinion for thousand bucks for a resume That's why I didn't use her services I have no idea why she has only one review by one client If she had more than one satisfied client don't you think she will have more reviews. Not just one.

I have not encountered a human being more kind, insightful or intentional. Sara has been an…read moreabsolute gift to me personally as well as to my marriage. She is a bright light in the midst of the confusing, painful parts of life. She has helped my husband and I time and time again when we have struggled to communicate, heal wounds, or align our priorities. Our sessions with Sara always leave us with so much more to talk about and learn from each other - the value does not stop when the session ends. We would not be the couple we are without Sara's support, and we would wholeheartedly recommend her to any couple looking to strengthen their bond and have a happier, more intentional relationship. She will work wonders for you.

Sara is an absolute gem, and an amazing life coach. She is the best at what she does…read more I started seeing Sara for help with my career development, but the coaching that she has provided has ended up improving almost every aspect of my life. Sara is kind, caring and a wonderful human being. She makes you feel completely comfortable from the very beginning. She's also extremely motivating, and a fantastic listener. Her coaching fosters productivity, and she promotes introspection that's truly life changing. Sara will provide you with real, practical tools and strategies that you can use to make the improvements in your life that you're aspiring to make. If you need a life coach, look no further. After just 10 minutes of your first appointment you'll clearly see the value that she can bring to your life.

Green Key LLC Staffing Professionals on Research Boulevard is a wonderful company. I have worked…read morewith several temp agencies and I was always made to feel like a number and just a paycheck to those who were placing me. I chose to stay with Green Key because of one of their employees names Erika Silvey. SHE IS THE BEST. She cares about you, talks to you like a friend and finds jobs that she believes will be a fit for you both skill and personality-wise. She has found me one job that went permanent do to an excellent placement. Due to unfortunate circumstances, I had to leave that job so I turned to Erika again for help. Now, I am at another job which I love and fit in real well. If you choose to go to Green Key, I highly recommend Erika Silvey. Her work number is 301-584-3194. PS...I NEVER write reviews...but I just had to spread the word about Green Key and Erika Silvey. Kimberly

Cross-posting my review because my recruiter deserves more than one 5-Star review:…read moreI came to Green Key Resources with 2 years prior experience as a temp. I had contacted 7 local temp agencies, 4 didn't reply at all, 1 called me in for an interview then never contacted me again, and one set up a phone interview and then stopped communicating altogether. My Green Key recruiter, Erika Silvey, called me in for an interview right away. The interview was quite long and very thorough and by the end I felt like she had gotten to know me and what I bring to the table as far as my skills/experience/personality. Right away she got me a temp job at a management consulting firm that I was able to walk to. Her communication was excellent, from the first day to the last I felt like I could contact her with any questions or concerns I might have. I found the Green Key app very easy to use, and I preferred entering/submitting the hours I had worked on my phone, rather than filling in a piece of paper, getting a manager to sign it, faxing it to the agency, etc. After that first job ended, she said "I know you're looking for something full-time, but for now would you be interested in another temporary position until we find something permanent?". I really appreciated the acknowledgement that I was not interested in being a temp for 2 years (again). She also provided me with very constructive feedback on my resume and what she expected as far as updating it as I ended one assignment and began another. Fast forward ~1 month, quite happy to be working again (and making 50% more than the last temp agency paid!), and after 1 job interview she set up that went well but ultimately was not for me (they were afraid my commute would be too long), Erika had me placed at a local financial institution that ended up hiring me. She gave me good, practical advice as far as negotiating my salary and other hurdles as a potential new hire. Pay, benefits, growth potential, fit, and just overall job satisfaction are the best I've ever had and I would not have this great new career were it not for Erika Silvey @ Green Key Resources. 10/10, have recommended this agency/recruiter to many friends/family.