Certified Professional Career Coach and Personal Branding Specialist, expert in training job seekers on how to develop high impact resumes and LinkedIn profiles that significantly increase interviews and job offers

Advise Your Career

Breaking into the job market can be tough. Are you struggling to stand out? I'm here to help.

I spent 18+ years at a Fortune 1 company, only to find myself unemployed. Frustrated with the career services I received, I took matters into my own hands.

Now, I'm a career coach, working with motivated professionals like you to:
- Create stellar resumes
- Craft a memorable personal brand
- Nail that interview

In just seven years, I've written over 2K resumes and freelanced for three major resume sites. In addition, I have conducted 1K interview preparation session with clients.

Here's what I bring to the table:
💥 Personal Branding Strategy
💥 Career Coaching
💥 Resume Writing / Best Practices
💥 LinkedIn Optimization
💥 Interview Preparation
💥 Executive Bios

Ready to land your dream job? Let's chat!
Get in touch for a free consultation to kick-start your career today.

Career Coach 

Advise Your Biz 

Ever wonder how Walmart and Sam's Club keep their shelves stocked? 🤔

I'm the behind-the-scenes guru! 🧙‍♂️
Working closely with suppliers, I master:
✅ Retail Link
✅ Item setup
✅ Forecasts
✅ Order maintenance
✅ Demand planning
✅ Global cross-functional team collaboration

Real impact?
I streamline processes, making sure you find what you need on your next shopping trip. 🛒

Looking to optimize your supplier processes? 📈
Let's chat! Drop a comment or send me a message. 📩

Retail Consultant

The Northwest Group, LLC

Unlocking the secrets behind Entertainment and Sports' License item success at Walmart and Sam's.
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As a seasoned analyst, I singlehandedly
- Boosted sales through precision analysis and forecasting
- Issued game-changing reports for the VP of Sales

My secret sauce:
- Crafting budgets and wise inventory flows
- Spearheading special projects
- Collaborating with buying teams for optimal replenishment

Curious how my expertise can transform your sales performance? Let's chat & elevate your business success! 🚀

Senior Sales/Replenishment Analyst 

Welspun Group

Unlock the secrets behind $300M in sales 📈

At Welspun, I cracked the code on 250+ items for Walmart and Sam's Bath Sheet and Towel business.⚡

What did I do? 🧐
- Sales analytics and item forecasting 📊
- Provided all-star support to VP of Sales 🌟
- Prepared budgets, forecasts, and reports 📚
- Communicated with factories and led special projects 🏭
- Facilitated support meetings with Walmart and Sam's 🤝
- Worked hand-in-hand with replenishment managers 🚚

The result? 💥
In-depth item analysis for Welspun programs by size, color, and brand. 🔎

Senior Sales Analyst 

Walmart

🞕Unlocking the secret to managing a $4.5B business at Fortune 1! 👀

At the world's largest retailer, I helped transform Home Decor and the Fabrics & Crafts areas. How? By:

➡️ Recruiting and developing a star planning team within Merchandising
➡️ Nurturing eight direct reports with the right infrastructure
➡️ Engaging with cross-functional stakeholders to drive growth initiatives across competitive categories.

But there's more:

🏆 Empowering them to handle daily and recurring responsibilities
🏆 Guiding them to manage the portfolio to plan

Planning Director-Home Division

As the founder of Advise Your Career, I specialize in empowering professionals to land their dream roles. With over 18 years of experience at a Fortune 1 company and extensive expertise in personal branding, resume writing, and interview preparation, I’ve helped thousands of clients achieve their career goals.

𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

🎯Authored 2,000+ resumes and conducted over 1,000 interview prep sessions.
🎯Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC), Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW), and licensed CPA."

𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
I craft compelling career narratives that showcase your unique value to employers. My mission is to provide you with the tools, confidence, and strategies needed to excel in today’s competitive job market. Let's work together to unlock your full career potential.

Andrew Watkins, CPCC, CPRW, CPA

In my role, I support clients navigating career transitions by enhancing their personal brand, developing impactful resumes, conducting skills assessments, and optimizing LinkedIn profiles. Additionally, I serve as the company’s social media marketer, managing content creation across all social media platforms. My responsibilities include analyzing marketing content for SEO optimization, reach, and engagement to drive effective online presence and growth.

Business Analyst | Career Consultant

Nationwide IT Services, Inc.

In my role, I conducted statistical analysis to predict training effectiveness, leveraging data insights to validate examinations. I enhanced the ASTB by developing examination items to strengthen its test bank, ultimately optimizing test efficiency. Additionally, I was responsible for generating monthly reports for NIFE, where I evaluate training programs and provide recommendations for enhancements.

𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞:
🎯 Spearheaded data analysis of LCAC pass rates, leading to overhaul of program selection criteria.
🎯 Partnered with USAFA to enhance subtests via data analysis and statistical exploration of variables.

Test Items Developer

USHA KUNDU MD

In this position, I interviewed subject-matter experts to creat the Internship Coordinator role and related job description.

Recruiting Consultant

Santa Rosa Animal Shelter

In this role, I conducted comprehensive job analyses and needs assessments to pinpoint areas of improvement in training effectiveness. Through examination, I identified gaps in skill development and knowledge acquisition, yielding targeted interventions to enhance training outcomes.

Training Consultant

University of West Florida

In my previous role, I graded papers and reviewed assignments for the Research Methods in Psychology course taught by Dr. Schantz. I also had the opportunity to teach a Research Methods class as a substitute for Dr. Schantz. Throughout my tenure, I maintained correspondence with students, providing assistance and accommodations as needed to ensure their success in the course.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

In my prior position, I assumed responsibility for overseeing the upkeep of the lab and providing assistance with various experiments assigned by Dr. Schantz. Additionally, I was tasked with coding data and organizing research for a range of experiments and projects. Whenever necessary, I filled in for class exercises and actively engaged with students to support their learning experience.

Lab Manager

In my previous role, I spearheaded a change management project which involved conducting focus groups, analyzing data, and updating a five-year plan. I collaborated with focus groups, recording their insights and feedback. Furthermore, I collaborated closely with the Steering Committee to facilitate focus groups and analyze survey data effectively. I consolidated the findings into an executive summary and presented it to our clients, ensuring clarity and alignment with their objectives.

Change Management Consultant

As a Career Consultant and Business Analyst at Advise Your Career, I help our clients in their career journey.  After understanding the client's needs, we assess a game plan which might include resume development, skills assessments, interview preparation, LinkedIn optimization, and career coaching. I lead marketing efforts as well at Advise Your Career, focusing on career content, advice, and tips to assist people in their career.

I graduated with a master's degree in I/O Psychology at the University of West Florida, where I gained valuable experience as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and a Lab Manager. I am motivated by the opportunity to learn from and contribute to the field of I/O psychology, and to apply my data analytics, presentation, and critical thinking skills to diverse and challenging situations.

If you have similar interests, feel free to connect with me via LinkedIn.

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