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About the discovery call

What actually happens on a discovery call?

We spend about 20 minutes talking through your current situation. Where you are in your search, what you have tried, and what feels stuck. From there I will give you a clear recommendation on what would actually help and whether working together makes sense.

It is not a coaching session. It is a focused conversation to make sure we are a good fit before either of us commits to anything.

Is the discovery call really free?

Yes. There is no charge and no obligation. If we are a good fit, I will walk you through next steps and what working together looks like. If we are not, I will tell you that honestly and point you toward something that might be a better direction.

What should I have ready before the call?

Just come with a clear sense of where you are and what feels most stuck. If you have a current resume, have it nearby in case it comes up. You do not need to prepare anything formal. This is a conversation, not an interview.

What does the discovery call not include?

A free discovery call does not include resume review, interview practice, job search strategy, offer review, or any other paid coaching service. It is a short conversation to understand where you are and whether working together makes sense.

Resume coaching

Do you write resumes for clients?

No. HR Expert to go does not provide done-for-you resume writing. Resume coaching is a conversation where we look at your resume together from an HR and recruiter perspective. You will leave understanding what is working, what may be holding you back, and how to improve the resume yourself.

Why don't you write the resume for me?

Because a stronger resume is only part of the goal. You also need to understand your own story well enough to explain it in an interview. The coaching approach helps you improve the document while also learning how to talk about your experience with more clarity and confidence.

What is included in resume coaching?

Resume coaching may include feedback on structure, clarity, role alignment, keywords, accomplishments, gaps, and how your experience is coming across to someone reviewing it quickly. It does not include writing, rewriting, formatting, designing, or submitting your resume for you.

Professional profile coaching

Do you rewrite professional profiles for clients?

No. Professional profile coaching is not a done-for-you rewrite service. We talk through how your profile is positioned, what recruiters may notice, what may be missing, and how to make your experience easier to understand. You are responsible for making the final updates to your own profile.

What is included in professional profile coaching?

Professional profile coaching may include feedback on your headline, summary section, experience descriptions, skills, visibility, and overall positioning. It does not include rewriting your profile, managing your account, posting content, messaging recruiters, or making updates on your behalf.

Interview preparation

How is this different from just searching for interview tips online?

Generic advice is written for everyone, which means it is optimized for no one. What you get here is someone who has spent 20+ years inside the hiring process looking specifically at your answers, your experience, and your goals, and telling you what actually needs to change.

What happens in an interview prep session?

We work through real interview questions based on your target role. You answer, I give you honest feedback on what landed, what did not, and how to improve. We also work on how you open and close, how to talk about your experience clearly, and how to handle questions you are not sure about.

Offer review and salary negotiation

What is offer review and negotiation guidance?

Offer review and negotiation guidance is a focused session for entry-level and early-career candidates who want to understand an offer before responding. We review the role, company, compensation range when available, and your screening conversations so you can decide whether and how to negotiate professionally.

Will you negotiate with the employer for me?

No. HR Expert to go does not contact employers, negotiate on your behalf, or represent you in employment conversations. I help you understand your offer and prepare for the conversation, but you are responsible for communicating directly with the employer.

Can every entry-level offer be negotiated?

No. Some offers have room for negotiation, and some do not. For many entry-level roles the range may be narrow, especially if salary expectations were already discussed during screening. The goal is to help you understand what is reasonable, avoid overplaying your hand, and respond professionally.

Do you provide legal, tax, or financial advice?

No. Offer review and negotiation guidance is career coaching, not legal, tax, or financial advice. If you need help understanding legal terms, tax implications, equity, benefits, contracts, or anything more complex, you should consult an appropriate professional.

Daily job leads add-on

What is the daily job leads add-on?

The daily job leads add-on sends relevant job opportunities to your inbox each morning based on your target roles, location, experience level, and search preferences. It is designed to help you stay active, apply earlier, and spend less time searching from scratch every day.

Are the job leads handpicked?

Job leads are curated using your search criteria and pulled from major job boards. The goal is relevance and consistency, but you should still review each posting carefully before applying.

How quickly should I apply to jobs you send?

As soon as reasonably possible. For many early-career roles, timing matters. Applying earlier can improve your chances of being seen, but it does not guarantee an interview or response.

Will you apply to jobs for me?

No. HR Expert to go does not submit applications, upload resumes, complete assessments, contact employers, or apply to jobs on your behalf. You remain responsible for deciding where to apply and completing your own applications.

Do you guarantee the job leads will be a perfect fit?

No. Job leads are a search support tool, not a guarantee. Some roles may be a stronger fit than others, and job postings can change, close, or contain inaccurate information. You are responsible for reviewing each opportunity before applying.

General questions

Who is HR Expert to go for?

College students preparing for internships or full-time roles, recent graduates navigating a competitive market, and early-career professionals ready for their next move. If you are further along in your career and looking for executive coaching, this is probably not the right fit and I will tell you that on the discovery call.

Is HR Expert to go a recruiter or placement service?

No. HR Expert to go is a private career coaching service. We are not a recruiting firm, staffing agency, placement service, or employment agency. We do not represent employers, place candidates, or guarantee employment outcomes.

Can you guarantee I will get interviews or a job?

No. No career coach can honestly guarantee interviews, offers, salary increases, or job placement. What we can do is help you become more prepared, more focused, and more confident in how you present yourself.

Do you work with people outside of North Carolina?

Yes. All sessions are conducted virtually by video call. Where you are located does not matter.

How much does coaching cost?

Focused coaching sessions start at $125, and most clients choose a package based on what they need. Pricing is shared clearly before you commit. The free discovery call helps determine whether a focused session, package, or job search support add-on is the right fit.

What if I am not sure which service I need?

That is exactly what the discovery call is for. You do not need to figure that out ahead of time. We will figure it out together.

HR Expert to go provides coaching, guidance, and strategy. We do not provide done-for-you resume writing, profile rewriting, job applications, employer outreach, recruiting, placement, or guaranteed outcomes.

Still have a question?

The fastest way to get an answer is a discovery call. It is free, focused, and the best first step regardless of where you are in the process.

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