First Step Career Consulting
Offers personalized, one-on-one support for students and early career professionals as they navigate the often-daunting process of securing their first internship or professional position. While university career services provide foundational support, I offer tailored, in-depth guidance designed to help you stand out in the job market. With over 20 years of recruitment experience, I understand the challenges of starting out and am passionate about helping you build the tools and confidence needed to navigate your job search successfully. From resume and cover letter development to interview preparation, networking strategies, and salary negotiations, my goal is to equip you with skills and strategies that will benefit you throughout your career.
Services
Services
Resume and Cover Letter
Enhancement
Resume Development Support:
Receive consultation and guidance for refining your resume to effectively highlight relevant skills and experiences tailored to specific positions.
Cover Letter Crafting:
Get targeted advice on writing compelling cover letters that highlight your strengths and enthusiasm for particular job opportunities.
Strategic Job Search Support
Personalized Job Search Planning:
Develop a customized job search plan aligned with your unique skills, interests, and career objectives.
Networking Strategies:
Learn how to build and leverage your professional network, with practical guidance on utilizing connections to uncover job opportunities.
LinkedIn:
Maximize LinkedIn’s potential for networking and job searching by learning how to optimize your profile, connect with industry professionals, and engage with content that increases your visibility.
Application Process Assistance:
Get step-by-step support for navigating job search platforms such as Handshake, LinkedIn and Indeed.
Professional Interview Etiquette:
Learn best practices for conducting yourself during interviews and receive advice on appropriate post-interview follow-up.
Comprehensive Interview Preparation
Company Research:
Best practices related to conducting in-depth research on prospective employers to enhance your interview preparation.
Comprehensive Interview Coaching:
Get personalized guidance for in-person, phone, and virtual interviews, with an emphasis on building your confidence and ensuring you’re fully prepared for every type of interview scenario.
Understanding Behavioral Interviews:
Understand the fundamentals and get tips for answering behavioral interview questions using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
Essential Soft Skills:
Critical competencies like communication, teamwork, and time management are often top priorities for employers. Discover which skills are most relevant for the position you're seeking and learn how to highlight them effectively in your interviews.
Salary Negotiation Guidance:
Navigating salary discussions can be intimidating. Learn when and how to approach the topic, and gain strategies for securing a fair and competitive offer.
Pricing
Pricing
Career Jumpstart
Session
A one-hour deep dive into your resume and job search strategy, designed to get you moving forward quickly.
3-Hour Comprehensive Support Package
Initial consultation followed by up to three hours of personalized support. This package covers any combination of services needed, via email, Zoom, or phone. Should you need more time, additional hours are available at a discounted rate of $100 per hour.
Customized Package or Group Workshop
Receive a personalized quote for tailored support packages or group sessions, designed to meet specific career goals.
Payment : Advance payment is required to secure services (Venmo, Zelle accepted)
About Me
About Me
Marybeth Godwin
I live on the Northshore of Boston in Nahant, Massachusetts where I enjoy the beach, staying active, and spending time with my yellow lab Chelsea. With an extensive career in talent management, I’ve had the pleasure of assisting friends, family, and others in my network with their job searches. Their positive feedback and encouragement to offer these services professionally led me to start FSCC. As a mom to two college students and a recent empty nester, I’m excited to focus my free time on supporting young people as they begin their careers. My approach is relaxed and approachable, and I’m available to meet clients via Zoom or personally over coffee or even ice cream to keep the process comfortable and informal. Seeing their passion and success is truly fulfilling, and I’m dedicated to providing the personalized support they need to navigate their job search with confidence.
Contact
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 617-633-3133 (call or text)
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