Amy Geffen

About Amy Geffen

I am passionate about continuous learning at all stages of your life and career. As a professional who has changed careers 4 times and jobs 14 times, I love helping people to their next opportunity. Call 34••••••16 or email g••••••••@gmail.com for a free 15-minute consultation. I use a 5-step process to help you find the job of your dreams or meet your needs now. ASSESSING –your skills to figure out the best job target(s) for you BRANDING – with your pitch, cover letter, resume and LinkedIn Profile CONNECTING – to build your network, what to say when and how to follow up DIFFERENTIATING –yourself from the competition; how to prepare for interviews ENHANCING– your candidacy through follow up after interviews; how to get the offer; how to negotiate your compensation package Strategies include assessment, figuring out what job targets match your skills and interests, interview preparation, resume writing, LinkedIn profile writing, cover letters, list of company hiring managers, negotiating skills and more. Webinar topics include Resumes that Get Results, Finding the Hidden Job Market, Ace Your Interview, Your Zoom Presentation, LinkedIn for Your Job Search, You Can Negotiate Anything. Leadership workshop topics include Delegation, Supervision, Time Management, Presentation Skills, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Coaching.Past clients include NYC DOP, NMSS, ASME International. Consulting on board recruitment, strategic planning, staff development. Past clients include Forte Foundation, Museo del Barrio, and DCTV. My clients say: I got my money’s worth. Amy helped prepare me with answers to dozens of interview questions. Amy is very good, and you must do your homework. It’s a partnership relationship. Amy puts people on the right track but they must make their own journey. ― Jay P. You are the best investment you could make! Amy has worked with a lot of Harvard people. Amy is very responsive and open- Jean Marie C. Thank you so much for your input and advice on my resumes, interviews, emails, my process, etc. and for keeping me motivated and accountable. This surely would have taken a lot longer if I had done it all on my own. Really, it’s been a fantastic experience. ― Deepa R-S I have always been impressed with Amy’s career path and professional accomplishments, so when I wanted to transition into another field, I sought her out. She helped me focus on my goals and strategize a plan to help me reach them. Less than a year later, I successfully found a job in another area! ― Anne H.

Experience

1. Career Coach

   Careerminds

   Dec 2015 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Career coaching; assessment; interview skills; finding the hidden job market; resume writing; negotiation skills; leading small groups.

Education

• New York University

  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

• Midwood High School

  High School Diploma

• Harvard University

  Master's Degree

• City University of New York-Brooklyn College

  BA