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

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Development Officer

IllumiNative Org

Led fundraising initiatives using community-centric strategies to cultivate high-value donor relationships.
Managed 50+ donor relationships, securing general operations and project funding to exceed budget goals.
Implemented streamlined grants management system, improving tracking, compliance, and transparency.
Co-authored donor proposals, donor reports, and impact reports, strengthening funder relationships.
Directed donor transition during 501(c)(3) restructuring, ensuring grant reallocation and compliance.

Key Achievements:
Developed donor engagement plans, hosting events and quarterly touchpoints to enhance retention.
Increased grant efficiency by streamlining tracking, reducing missed deadlines, and improving transparency.
Transitioned all donor agreements post-501(c)(3) change, securing continued funding and compliance.

Associate Director of Advancement

The Rikoon Group

· 	Coordinate and execute all marketing strategies for the firm including a complete company rebrand and website development. Manage and oversee all forms of social media. Currently featured on a local radio ad representing the firm. 
· 	Event planning for webinars and in-person events ranging from exclusive gala events to quarterly Happy Hours for local young professionals.
· 	Contribute regularly to and edit all public-facing quarterly investment newsletters website copy.
· 	Assist in client asset management including financial planning, investment management, data analysis, and client reviews.
· 	Manage client relationships to maintain communication and strengthen trust.
· 	FINRA Series 65 Licensed.

Associate Financial Advisor

· 	Coordinate and execute all marketing strategies for the firm including event planning and website management.
· 	Interact directly with clients to serve as an initial point of contact for all administrative needs such as creating, processing, and submitting administrative documentation for client services.
· 	Experienced with Schwab and TD Ameritrade for advisory services.
· 	Cataloged investment transactions and memos for up to twenty-five private investments each quarter.

Financial Advisor Assistant

Dartmouth College

Assisted patrons to identify and locate any necessary resources within the seven libraries I worked with on campus.
· 	Performed routine services such as checking out materials, assisting with interlibrary loans, and shelving.

Access Services Student Assistant

· 	Created and taught rigorous lesson plans about Greek Mythology and history at a college level.
· 	Guided students through collaborative activities to strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the curriculum.
· 	Provided feedback on weekly writing assignments and midterm papers. Led study groups during finals and midterms.

Learning Fellow

Hopkins Center For Arts

· 	Facilitated and coordinated the organization of large-scale productions. 
· 	Managed all communication between backstage tech staff and performers.
· 	Functioned as a liaison to performers within our stage and ensure that their vision was carried out to their satisfaction.

Production Assistant

· 	Act as the sole Student Stage Manager for the Orchestra through each Quarter from practices, to rehearsals, and to their final performances each term.
· 	Arrange the stage layout and communicate requirements with production assistants and lead in building the stage environment.
· 	Coordinate with ringer musicians to ensure their needs are met in the new space.

Student Stage Manager for the Dartmouth Symphony Orchestra

18by.vote

· 	18by Vote is a non-partisan youth-led organization that helps 16, 17, and 18-year-olds understand how, when, and why to vote.                                                
· 	Produced marketing content as the core creator for all video and media content. Filmed and edited all content from the initial start of the organization. This content was featured on Good Morning America.
· 	Attended conferences to present to young individuals to inspire and encourage an interest in learning and sharing knowledge about governmental operations and voting rights.

Co-Founder

I am a committed fundraiser with six years of experience in Financial Services/Relationship Management and a lifetime of experience working with Indigenous communities. I am a resourceful problem-solver with experience in grant writing, wealth management, research analytics, data management, marketing, and leadership. Aspiring to build a better future for younger generations.

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Andrew Watkins, CPCC, CPRW, CPA

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