Jan Mead

Career counselor · Wichita, KS · in person and virtual

Credentials they list: MBTI

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"Helping professionals navigate career changes, strengthen resumes, and approach job searches with confidence." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Resume Writing & Review
professionals across industries		 resumes written from a blank page · rebuilt from your existing draft · clear, accomplishment-driven · shaped for the roles you want on request
Job Search Coaching
professionals across industries		 structured, accountable search plan · where to look · how to apply · how to keep momentum without burning out on request
Career Exploration
professionals across industries		 counselor-guided exploration to clarify direction · changing fields · returning to work · deciding what comes next on request
Interview Preparation
professionals across industries		 practice interviews · honest feedback · answer frameworks · prepared and confident speaking about experience on request
Job-Search Correspondence
professionals across industries		 cover letters · thank-you notes · follow-ups · LinkedIn messages · polished, warm, professional tone on request
Networking & Job-Search Strategy
professionals across industries		 practical strategy for building and using your network · approaching referrals · uncovering unposted opportunities on request

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

How they compare

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Where they fit

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

How they work

Process
Start with a conversation about where you are and where you want to go · Build a plan tailored around you
Assessments
MBTI, Strong Interest Inventory
Before coaching
Career Counselor/Assistant Director of Career Services, Higher Education (12 years); Engineering Recruiter, Engineering (5 years); Human Resources (8 years)

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. 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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