About Your Career Service Providers
Katy Piotrowski, M.Ed. is a senior-level, masters-degreed career counselor with 16+ years experience, founder of Career Solutions Group (formerly JobWorks), author of "The Career Coward's Guide to Interviewing," "The Career Coward's Guide to Changing Careers," "The Career Coward's Guide to Resumes," "The Career Coward's Guide to Job Searching," and "The Career Coward's Guide to Career Advancement," and has authored the Fort Collins Coloradoan career advice column, "On the Job" since 1994.
Katy has assisted thousands of individuals toward achieving their career goals through a variety of career counseling and support activities. Additionally, Katy has worked with organizations such as; Hewlett Packard, Kodak, Poudre Valley Health Services and Banner Health Systems on employee career development and transition projects.
Katy's training includes a Masters degree in Career Development and Counseling from Colorado State University. Katy is a member of the National Career Development Association and has received training from "What Color is Your Parachute" author, Richard Bolles. She was recognized nationally as a "Top-10 Career Counselor of the Year" for effectiveness in helping clients achieve their career objectives and was awarded Outstanding Career Practitioner with the National Career Development Association for 2009.
Marie Zimenoff, M.Ed. is a Nationally Certified Counselor and Nationally Certified Resume Writer with expertise in guiding individuals through practical career decision-making and strategic job searches. Marie provides career counseling and job search support for clients nation wide across various industries. She also volunteers with both the Larimer County Community Corrections facility and Education and Life Training Center, assisting clients with career, educational and life transitions. Marie pocesses a Masters degree in Counseling and Career Development from Colorado State University and has received training from master resume writer, Louise Kursmark, job search expert, Elizabeth Harney and renowned career development professional, Professor Rich Feller. She serves on the Colorado Career Development executive board and is a member of the National Career Development and National Resume Writer's Associations.
Professional Development & Outplacement Specialist Carrie Pinsky, PHR, brings CSG clients expertise in human resources, recruiting, and supporting job seekers in transition. She has a Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development from Regis University and holds a PHR (professional in human resources) certification. Areas of expertise include writing resumes, interview coaching, and professional development.
Office Manager Sue Reid, M.Ed. possesses a Masters degree in Elementary Education from Colorado State University. Her background includes classroom teaching and school leadership. She has delivered development training for adults, and provided team and facility leadership. Sue's expertise includes understanding client needs and connecting them to available resources.
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Feb. 17 - "Fantastic Follow Up" – At the IEEE meeting in Fort Collins, February 17, at 7 p.m. More details on attending, see http://www.ieee-centennial.org/
Jan. 26 - "Stop the Flop" FREE PRESENTATION – At the weekly LongsPeakNet meeting in Longmont, 8:30 a.m. Presented by career counselor Katy Piotrowski, M.Ed. Visit www.longspeaknet.org for more information.
Feb. 2 - "Mastering the Art of Creating a Yummy Business" – Presented by career counselor Katy Piotrowski, M.Ed. at the Business Women's Network in Fort Collins, 11:15 a.m. - 1 p.m. For more details on registering and attending, check out http://www.bwnfc.org/
Feb. 1 - "Fantastic Follow Up" FREE PRESENTATION – 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at LIFE Fellowship Church in Denver. Free presentation...anyone may attend. Location information at http://www.lifefellowship.org/services.htm
Success Stories
"Your personal recommendation got me through the door. The resume you prepared for me allowed me an interview with my new employer. She said that she had never seen such a well organized resume before! Even better is the fact that you helped me find a job in my area of interest. Thank you!!!"
- Cyndi B.
"I thought I had a good resume before I started with Career Solutions Group, but your knowledge of marketing and current employer expectations helped me to make it many times better. Also, the mock interview we did was absolutely key in my landing the job on the very next interview!"
- Don R.
"I just wanted to thank you for helping me get my ideal job! I realized I had the qualifications on my own, but without your help my resume and my skills would certainly have been overlooked. I learned a lot working with you, and even enjoyed myself in the process."
- Karen B.
"I want to thank you both again for all the support and guidance you gave me during my job search. I would not have had the courage to ask for more money. You guys are the best!"
- Linda R.
"Just wanted to let you know that the new resume and cover letter you prepared produced three interviews and two job offers. Thanks for your help and expertise! It really paid off."
- Kristi M.
"Without Career Solutions Group's help, I'm not certain I would have finally recognized my own right livelihood. They had to give me quite a bit of encouragement before I was able to see what had been right in front of me all along. I'm just glad she kept at it until I decided to take the risk and change careers."
- Laura Lee C.
"Accepting the necessity of re-entering the job force after a three year hiatus, having retired from a 30-something year career, was difficult. Career Solutions Group came highly recommended. I found Career Solutions Group guidance and support to be extremely valuable as well as practical and accurate."
- Sandra C.
"Career Solutions Group helped me get out of my own way, encouraged me to pursue my passion and to keep taking risks. They also helped me to overcome one of my greatest fears - networking."
- Tana M.
"I was bored doing what I was doing and Career Solutions Group's career exploration tools & program showed me that I don't have to be stuck in a rut and that I can make a change even at my age!! It was so much fun testing the waters and interviewing people in different careers to see if it was something that I wanted to do."
- Scott B.
"Career Solutions Group's process was immensely helpful to me in exploring career changes ideas. It allowed me to gain great insight into a variety of facets of a prospective field in a short amount of time. The connections I made through these interviews were invaluable when I was ready to make my career change."
- Sarah A.
Career Solutions Group
430 Stover St.
Fort Collins, CO 80524
970-224-4042
info@careersolutionsgroup.net
