Karen Silins

Resume writer · Kansas City, MO · in person and virtual

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Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Resume Package - Full Service Resume or resume/CV composition and design · Cover letter composition and design · Resume and cover letter interview sessions · LinkedIn profile creation or revamp · ATS and job-ad tailoring instruction on request
Resume Package - Quick Turnaround
Individuals who need a resume quickly		 2 sessions · Resume and cover letter interview sessions · Resume sent at the close of the second appointment · Cover letter provided afterward on request
Resume Package - Business Resume
Business owners		 In-depth interviews to gather resume and cover letter, letter of intent, or marketing letter information · Identification of marketable skills and accomplishments · Cover letter, letter of intent, or marketing letter, at client choice · Free coaching on thought leadership, personal branding, and a business/career portfolio on request
Additional Cover Letter(s) Additional cover letters based on industry or position type on request
Career Exploration & Transition In-depth intake sessions · Validated assessments to identify position and industry targets · Evaluation of career options and work environment preferences · Research resources for positions, people, salaries, education, and industries · Weekly homework assignments on request
Career Management
People preparing for significant career events		 Education and professional development choices · Promotion and career advancement planning · Personal brand and image development · Planning when to move to a new organization · Preparing for unemployment, layoffs, downsizing, or dismissal on request
Interview Coaching Interview strategy sessions · Behavioral interview preparation and work-related stories · Interview-type guidance · Salary expectation negotiation and justification · Career portfolio guidance on request
Mock Interviews 2 sessions · Industry-specific interview conducted by external HR or industry-related management · Follow-up appointment with detailed performance analysis and improvement tips on request
Executive Coaching
People seeking to improve their leadership		 Leadership and management skill development · Managing self and others · Leading teams and engaging employees · Decision-making and communication development · Positive habits and behavioral change on request
Social Media Coaching Using social networks to support a personal brand, networking, and job search · Protecting a client's online brand · Personalized selection of social media platforms on request

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

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Where they fit

StudentsEarlyMidManagerDirectorVP / C-suite
Resume and LinkedInyesyesyesyesyesyes
Interviews and offersyesyesyesyesyesyes
Job search strategyyesyesyesyesyesyes
Career direction and changeyesyesyesyesyesyes
Leadershipyesyesyesyesyesyes
Personal brandyesyesyesyesyesyes

How they work

Process
Start with a free phone consultation to determine needs and recommend services or packages · Conduct an in-depth personal interview and gather client information · Tailor coaching sessions and services to the client's needs · Provide coaching and assignments as relevant to the service · Prepare career documents or guide the client through the chosen coaching work
Before coaching
Human Resources Director, Human Resources; Opera performer, vocal educator, and choral director, Opera performance and music education

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.
Job searchA target list, a weekly plan and steady outreach. Callings builds the weekly plan and tracks every application, free.Interviews are coming in.Three months without traction, or a senior search that runs on your network.

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Questions to ask before hiring

  1. What does it cost in total, and what is included? (no published price)
  2. Do you write it yourself, how many revision rounds are included, and do I keep editable files? (done-for-you writing)
  3. If I land a job partway through, what happens to the sessions I have not used? (multi-session package)
  4. What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
  5. Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)

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