Nancy Segal

Career coach · Evanston, IL · in person and virtual

Credentials they list: CDI CEIC, CDI MCD, PARWCC CPRW

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"Whether you need help elevating your LinkedIn presence or creating a resume that gets results, we are here to help you stand out." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Senior Executive Service (SES) Resume Writing
Candidates applying for Senior Executive Service positions		 14-day turnaround · Review of existing SES resume and materials · Template-based information gathering · Customized interview-style questions · Development of ECQ Structured Interview Outline with 1-2 accomplishments per ECQ using CCAR format · Alignment to current Executive Core Qualifications and sub-competencies on request
ECQ Structured Interview Outline
SES candidates preparing for structured interviews		 14-day turnaround · Personalized preparation tool organizing executive accomplishments into concise leadership stories using CCAR framework · Helps recall relevant examples and communicate effectively · Not a script but a roadmap for interviews on request
SES Structured Interview Coaching
SES applicants preparing for agency and OPM level interviews		 Coaching to communicate achievements clearly and concisely in OPM’s CCAR framework · Hourly basis · Customized based on client needs on request
USAJOBS Resume Writing for Federal Employee Career Advancement
Current federal employees seeking promotion or agency change		 Analysis of federal job announcements · Identification of keywords from announcement and questionnaire · Writing powerful, targeted, USAJOBS-compatible federal resume · Ensuring inclusion of all required information and documents · Strategic advice on application process on request
Private Sector Resume Writing
Job seekers targeting private sector positions		 Professional resume writing · Cover letter with accomplishments and white space · eNote for electronic submissions · LinkedIn profile creation or enhancement · Interview coaching on hourly basis after resume delivery on request
LinkedIn Profile Evaluation Evaluation of LinkedIn profile effectiveness on request

As published on their website, read Sep 30, 2026.

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Where they fit

StudentsEarlyMidManagerDirectorVP / C-suite
Resume and LinkedInnoyesyesyesyesyes
Interviews and offersnoyesyesyesyesyes
Job search strategynononononono
Career direction and changenoyesyesyesyesyes
Leadershipnononononono
Personal brandnoyesyesyesyesyes

How they work

Process
Collaborative information gathering · Development of executive accomplishments using CCAR framework · Drafting and revising SES resume and ECQ Structured Interview Outline · Preparation for structured interviews with coaching · Submission of final documents
Assessments
USA HIRE assessment
Before coaching
HR Training Specialist

Do it yourself, or hire a coach?

Doing it yourselfUsually enough whenA coach earns the fee when
Resume4 to 8 hours for a strong base, then about 30 minutes per posting. Callings can tailor it to each job.You are staying in the same field and level and have recent results to cite.You are changing field or level, coming back after a long break, or many applications brought no interviews.
Interviews3 to 6 hours of practice out loud per interview process. Callings can prepare you for each job you track.Early rounds in a format you know.Final rounds, panels, a new kind of role, or you tend to freeze.
Career directionWeeks of reading and conversations about roles that fit. Callings can show your strengths and the pay for each role.You already have two or three target roles.You do not know what comes next, or you want structure and a formal assessment.

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  2. Do you write it yourself, how many revision rounds are included, and do I keep editable files? (done-for-you writing)
  3. What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
  4. Which body issued your credential, and can I check it there? (credential listed)
  5. Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)

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