"Jill takes a customized approach with candidates. She focused our sessions on the things that were most important for me and didn't just follow a standard search checklist." Management Consultant

"Thank you so much for your presentation yesterday at the Career Resource Center in Lake Forest. I found your passion and positivity inspiring. My job search has stagnated, but using some of your exercises and recommended books, I hope to revitalize and refocus my search. Thank you for taking the time to help us searchers to aspire for a dream career and not just settle for what is familiar." KC, Job Seeker, Northern Suburbs

"With Jill's expert assessment and gentle direction, I was able to identify and align my strengths, toss out some old, restrictive self doubts and escape the frustrating inactivity of indecision. Jill helped me discover and explore positive options I had not considered previously. Working with Jill got me activated again." SC, Northern Suburbs, Chicago, Illinois

"Jill has been my career/life coach since 2005. Under her capable guidance, I was able to view my career and personal lives as part of a holistic perspective, balancing personal with professional needs. She supported my career decisions by helping me define and focus on my priorties and values. Jill is one of the most decent human beings I have ever met. In addition to being very practical and realistic, she has integrity, warmth, kindness, and intelligence." - MR, August 11, 2009

"Jill, I really enjoyed working with you. You are an extremely good listener and you have given me great support to date. Thank you for your time and energy as well as your flexibility in terms of timing of sessions. I wish you continued success with your coaching business." UK

Jill is a wonderful business partner in understanding the requirements and needs of sister departments and in suggesting real-world improvements to enhance our staff's experience and retention. She is very responsive to specialized requests, finding creative ways to deal with challenging HR issues. - DL, Corporate IT Manager, October 29, 2008

"Jill shaped my work history into an engaging read. She works efficiently, cutting away the dross, while keeping a gentle hand on one's self esteem. She is a person of depth and integrity, and a great resume-writer and career coach! I strongly recommend her services." - AH, Maryland, hired Jill as a Career Coach in 2008.

"With Jill's wise and substantive coaching, I've found deep support for using my creativity to expand my skills and business. Our sessions are a profound tool for identifying and realizing long felt dreams. I truly would not be as successful without Jill's talents." Miriam K, Established entrepreneur, Chicago, IL.

"Thank you again for a great class. I've worked with an executive placement firm in the past and found this class every bit as valuable as a result of your pragmatic honesty and a great group of peers." Kellogg alum

"Jill did an outstanding job of facilitating a room of type "A" personalities...." Kellogg alum

"The group faciitator was Jill MacFadyen, and I'm convinced that her enthusiasm, attention to detail, and ability to hold people accountable was a very big factor in my landing a new job quickly." Kellogg alum

"So, THANK YOU. I got my first paycheck, and I would've been frustrated if I had gone with the first offer." Kellogg alum

"Thank you for leading our group. Your advice was very helpful and your support and encouragement was priceless!" LK, Kellogg alum

"I just wanted to send a quick e-mail to say thank you for everything. I truly enjoyed the past 8 weeks. The success of our group is because of you. You and the group have made the angst of unemployment a positive experience for me. I have learned so much from you and the group and appreciate your inspiration." D Kellogg alum

"Thanks so much for sharing your presentation…with CRC clients on Thursday, May 4th, 2006. Participants raved about your terrific program." Jan Cline Leahy, Executive Director Career Resource Center.

"I can’t say enough good things about Jill MacFadyen. She has been a blessing to me and I am absolutely honored to have worked with her since 2005 when I helped her start her coaching business. From personal to career issues, she has patiently worked with me through it all and I can honestly say that I have career goals and ambitions that I could never have dreamed of only a few years ago. I look forward to continuing to work with her for years to come as I know only good things will come from her incredible knowledge and compassion."
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