Personal Branding Case Studies & Career Storytelling for Creatives
A look inside the work
Explore how I’ve helped clients define their brand, reframe their career narratives, and land roles that match their creative genius. Plus, a few personal essays on career pivots, intuition, and bold reinvention.
Learn how strategic resume writing, brand messaging, and mindset shifts helped professionals land dream roles and rebrand their careers.
How to Prove You’re the Perfect Fit in 5 Seconds: The Power of a Career Highlights Section
Learn how to use a Career Highlights section to prove alignment in 5 seconds flat: a simple resume strategy that helps hiring teams see exactly why you’re the right fit.
How Strategic Job Title Tweaks Helped a UX Designer Pass ATS and Get Interviews
See how reworking job titles helped a UX designer’s resume pass ATS filters and finally land interviews — proof that small, strategic changes can make a big impact.
How Much Does a Resume Writer Really Cost? Here’s Why It’s Worth Every Penny
Most people think resume writers just polish bullet points, but the right one transforms how you’re seen. Here’s what resume writers actually cost, what you get at each tier, and why career branding is worth every penny.
Changing Careers? Here’s How to Rewrite Your Resume for a Totally Different Industry
Making a big career pivot? Don’t let your resume hold you back. This case study shows how we transformed a UX designer’s resume for a new creative path in animation—no paid experience required. Learn actionable tips for reframing your experience, updating your skills, and confidently owning your career change.
How a 60-Minute Resume Review Helped a UX Designer Land Interviews in 2 Weeks
See how a 60-minute resume review helped a UX designer go from zero responses to multiple interview requests. Sometimes, all it takes is a quick consulting call to make your resume stand out.
How I Transformed a Freelance UX Designer’s Resume to Secure In-House Interviews
See how I helped a UX designer turn her freelance project list into a cohesive resume that got her interviews in just five weeks. This case study dives into the resume strategy that made her stand out to recruiters and hiring managers.
From Job Seeker to Standout Candidate: 5 Hacks to Upgrade Your Creative Resume
Ready to stand out in a crowded job market? Discover five powerful hacks to craft a creative resume that goes beyond basic. This guide is packed with fresh strategies tailored for UX, design, and other creative roles—no recycled advice here. Perfect your personal brand, capture hiring managers' attention, and start landing interviews with a resume that works for you.
Zodiac Resumes: Discovering Your Career Strengths Through the Stars
Astrology offers a unique lens to view our innate talents and qualities, and understanding these can be pivotal in shaping our careers.
In this unique exploration, I've crafted zodiac-themed resumes, each aligning with the inherent strengths and qualities of the astrological signs. From the ambitious Aries to the imaginative Pisces, dive into a world where your professional potential is written in the stars.
Why Quitting Your Job Without a Backup Plan is a Game-Changer for Your Career
You've heard it a million times: "Don't quit your job until you have another one lined up." It's the kind of advice that's been passed down for generations, almost like a sacred career commandment. But what if I told you that this age-old wisdom is not just outdated, but it's actually holding you back? Buckle up, because we're about to challenge everything you thought you knew about career planning.
The Power of Visualization and Your Resume
You’re approaching your resume all wrong! Most applicants use their resume as a document to reflect their past work experience, role titles, and skillsets. What if I told you that your resume should be future-focused instead of retrospective? I know, I know, that flies in the face of what traditional resume writers encourage.
Why Personal Branding is So Important to Your Career Search
Whatever drives your career goals, one thing is for sure: You need to develop a personal brand. Attention is difficult to capture and even harder to maintain. Your personal brand is how you stand out from the sea of applicants and remain top of mind for hiring managers.
How to Pivot Your Career from a Graphic Designer to Creative Director
Are you a graphic designer considering a career shift into a creative director role? Keep reading — this blog is for you. “Creative Director” sometimes feels like an elite position, only achievable for nepo-babies living in Manhattan high-rise lofts. I’m here to tell you that isn’t true.