Kara C.

I can’t recommend Kelly enough. From the moment I met her I knew she was top tier in her skill set. Kelly spent time with me to uncover all the things I’ve done in my career and packed it into a resume I feel proud of. Not only is she amazing at resume writing, she offers support even after she writes the resume. Kelly I can’t thank you enough! I’m grateful for your assistance in this time of my life. 

Sandi V.

Kelly is amazing to work with. She really cares and will work with you to make your resume look much neater, and more concise; like your really did things instead of being just responsible for them. The formatting is amazing. I will definitely keep working with her!

Glenda G.

Kelly revamped my resume and did an exceptional job! Her meticulous attention to detail and vast expertise significantly elevated my document, ensuring it stands out and eloquently highlights my skills and experiences. Her assistance has been invaluable in presenting myself in the best light to potential employers. I wholeheartedly recommend her services and appreciate her generosity and professionalism. Thank you immensely!

Steve G.

Kelly is the absolute best at what she does. She helped organize my thoughts and pulled through details from my past jobs that I had forgotten about until we talked. Kelly’s coaching and support is methodical and effective; she was able to rewrite my resume into an entirely new format that speaks to my experience in ways I would’ve never come up with on my own. Highly Recommend!

Nicole F.

Working with Kelly changed how I look at my career. She helped me put together a plan to leave my job that I had been in for several years with no promotion and minimal raises. From the first call she made me feel at ease-- she listened and I never felt like she judged me. I have recommended Kelly to several of my friends who are also constantly complaining about work! 

Katherine G.

Working with Kelly was fantastic! She provided valuable feedback and produced a quality resume. I'm so grateful to have had her help.

Lynsee H. 

Kelly has exceptional writing and communication along with a sense of what the market is looking for. She was responsive, efficient and highly capable. She helped frame the process with a timeline, meaningful conversations, and targeted questions with an eye towards developing a story of my professional background matching job profiles I was tapping. She also kept me on track and solicited my feedback and needs. She handily supports all aspects of the process including career search, application, and interview. Strongly recommend and excellent ROI.

James M. 

Where do I even begin? This woman literally changed my life with what she did for my resume. It’s incredibly hard in todays job market to stand out and, more importantly, actually land the job you want and this is exactly what Kelly did for me. I was on the fence about investing in the service she provides but I saw other examples of her work from friends and was totally blown away with the detail and insider knowledge she shared with them. Their resumes really did have that added boost to catch the eye of prospective employers and I wanted mine to have the same impact. Kelly took me through each step and practically held my hand to make sure I felt as comfortable as possible with the process. If you want a new resume that will comprehensively lay out your experience and attributes and why both of those are so valuable to potential employers I implore you to reach out to Kelly and have her change your life, too.

Sarah K. 

I couldn’t have updated my resume on my own. Kelly’s help far exceeded my expectations and I’m thrilled with the final product. Absolutely worth the money. Wish I would’ve reached out to her sooner.

Andy M.

Wow. Just WOW. My resume is so empowering... you've managed to help me collect a lifetime of work into something much bigger. Things I previously viewed as "just what I do" and understood internally are now on paper. It feels surreal to read it and think "that's me! I did all that stuff!" After reading through my first thought was "Damn. I'd hire me!"

Amanda H.

Thank you so much. Thank you for this whole experience. It's been fantastic. I think it's some of the best money I've spent and exactly what I needed--  I feel like a different person. I'm giving myself credit more often at work  and I feel more confident. I'm so happy with the support you've given me.

Veronica W.

I had the opportunity to work with Kelly and had her create a new resume. Kelly did an outstanding job! Kelly is professional and she says what she's going to do and her follow up skills are "on point"! I recommend Kelly to create an impressive RESUME FOR YOU!! Hands down the best resume I've ever used. Kelly, YOU ROCK!!

Sarah K.

Deb C.

Kelly exceeded my expectations. She was beyond my dream come true. Smart, friendly, efficient. I can’t say enough. My outcome was superb!

DeShawn S.

Kelly was amazing in updating and revamping my resume. With her coaching and professional experience, she helped me to successfully negotiate for higher pay. I couldn't have done it without all of her help. Very pleasant to work with, very knowledgeable and responsive and a great value!

Jennifer B.

Kelly is so talented! A true professional. My résumé rambled on and on and she was able to consolidate it in to an impactful, informative, attractive and professional two page résumé. I’m completely convinced that I received an influx of interview requests because my résumé looked so good. Thank you Kelly!

John H.

Kelly was very helpful and responsive to my questions. I'm having to look for a new position after being with one company for a number of years. Kelly was great at updating me on the latest trends with social media and most importantly updating my resume. She walked me through all my concerns and was always quick to respond via email or phone.

Lindsay J. 

Kelly is a magician when it comes to helping people update and format their resumes to snag the best employment options. Kelly is incredibly thorough, detailed, responsive, and she works closely with her clients to ensure that their resume stands out above others. She created multiple cover letters and resume options/tweaks for me to be able to explore all career options, so when an employment opportunity arises, I have the highest quality resume and letter ready to send. She is an expert in the field of HR, so she takes the pressure, thinking, and time it takes to build a quality resume/letter off the shoulders of her clients. There is an art to creating quality resumes that stand out, and Kelly has mastered it. Thank you so much!

Zandiya M.

Kelly is very personable and professional. She did an amazing job! I highly recommend her.

Tory W.

Kelly was fantastic to work with! She was very responsive and did fantastic work. It felt very collaborative between us and I am so pleased with the outcome. Even if I don’t get the job, it was a valuable experience regardless. If you’re considering hiring Kelly, don’t hesitate: message her now!

Yvonne N. 

You make me sound amazing!!!!  Everything just sounds so awesome! Me on paper. Which is, in fact, one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do.

This is the best decision I ever made!! I’m desperately looking for work: on top of everything else hours have been cut and we just got news they’re doing away with Fridays completely. Thank you so much for helping me.

Update:  I got the job !!!! They’re offering me more money, better hours and a better environment all together !!!  I couldn’t have done it without your help and encouragement :) 

Ray M.

I was very pleased with the resume that Kelly developed for me. I have always used the same information in my resumes. The way it was presented by the Resume Realist gave it a whole new life. Along with helping guide me and making suggestions to what directions I should look into with my next career, Kelly also helped me make connections. Kelly helped me to connect with professionals currently in the roles I was looking to become a part of. I appreciate the promptness of Kelly's responses to my correspondence. Less time waiting for response leaves less time to wonder.

Jill H.

I received an invitation to speak at XXX Global Summit! It's at the end of the month and I meet with the organizers this week. My overhauled LinkedIn page contributed to this invitation! Hopefully more to come! Thank you!

Joe P.

My wife recommended I reach out to Kelly after facing unemployment for more than 10 months. I wasn't really sure if I even needed a coach, but I met Kelly and it made sense why I wasn't getting offers. Kelly worked with me on preparing for interviews and selling myself--since we met, I've had 4 interviews with 2 offers. Worth the investment! 

Trish P.

I met Kelly through a mutual friend and I'm so happy we were introduced. After working for the same company for over 15 years, I was part of a large reduction and found myself looking for a job for the first time in forever. I had no idea where to even start. Kelly was a lifesaver. She was thoughtful and strategic in building a plan on moving forward. She took my calls and responded when I was freaking out about it all-- super supportive and knowledgeable. 

Jen P.

Thank you for making me feel proud of what I’ve done and shut off the haters in the back of my head! You flipped a switch in me and I'm ready to tackle what comes next in my career. ❤️‍🔥

Dionna R.

I reached out to Kelly after I realized I couldn't take feeling lost anymore. I had recently gone through a divorce, had been in the same job for years, and I had no idea what I wanted to do. Kelly helped me see the possibilities, and for that I'm grateful. She listened and gave me ideas to consider when it came to feeling more confident and learning more about who I actually want to be at work, and at home. Since we started to work together, I feel like I'm in control again. I know what I want and I believe that I deserve success. If you're feeling stuck, confused, and just not like yourself-- meet with Kelly. I am so grateful for this experience!

Ralph G.

I had no idea how far off I was in my job search until I met Kelly. I'm 56, recently laid off from a job that I worked in for more than 10 years. Once the dust settled from my layoff, I started to apply to jobs and kept getting rejection after rejection which lasted for more than 10 months before I knew I had to do something different. A former colleague had worked with Kelly to get his current job and recommended her. From the first call Kelly was knowledgeable and strategic. She gave me guidance and a plan to change my job search and better sell myself. What I appreciated the most was that she didn't give up on my search, she kept in contact, sent me job postings, and made edits to my resume. I highly recommend working with Kelly.

Rick M.

I have been a very busy guy of late. :)   As you know, I had a great interview.  Since this interview, I have had two other interviews.  One, was a screening interview (Sr. Project Manager) that I am waiting on a response.  The other was a hour long video interview (Director of IT) with the VP of HR. After our interview was completed and before we ended our call, she scheduled me for an additional interview with the CEO and EVP for next Tuesday.  These are all very promising leads.  I have to say that it was your guidance and suggestions on how to approach the interview and how to present myself, and my experience, as the solution to their needs rather than just a historical trip through my experience that has been the difference!

Rich D.

My most recent interview went fantastic. (2nd interview, with CEO and COO). This time, for the first time ever, I made my responses short, clear, and concise; focusing on my experiences that addressed the requirements in the job description. It worked- expecting an offer!


 Elizabeth B.

 I have applied to a handful of new roles and got responses within days for half of them!  You're working with me on the resume has been a game changer for me and my mental fortitude.  I had 2 rounds of interviews with XXX had 3 rounds of interviews with XXX for a director level remote role. I had the latest round with them yesterday. 🤞🙏

Amy M.

I got connected with the Resume Realist by a family member, and I will be forever grateful that she introduced me to Kelly. Her impact on my resume and job search in general has been tremendous! I am looking to get back into the corporate workforce after working in a part-time capacity for a few years. I didn't know where to begin with my resume and felt overwhelmed by all of it. We dove right in and it felt great to have someone there to help me navigate it all. Her step by step process is smart, thorough, and personal which helped showcase my value in the right way to my potential employer. The most valuable part to me is now having a resume that I feel confident in and that I can show anyone to get the job that I want and deserve. I would recommend the Resume Realist to anyone who is on the hunt for a new job, unhappy with where they are currently, or even just starting out in the job search process. They will empower you with the tools you need to succeed.

G.W. (Anonymized)

Kelly was phenomenal to work with when I was in between roles and needed support finding direction. I appreciated the time she took to meet me where I was with what I needed, allowing me to vent my frustrations, and offering pep talks along the way.

A.U. (Anonymized)

My work bestie left the company and found her dream job after working with Kelly Roehm. When I decided it was time for me to move on (from the same company), I asked my friend to connect me with Kelly. 

My resume is in a different class after working with Kelly - so much more professional and aligned with the type of role that I am seeking. 

In addition, she helped me prepare for my first interview in 8+ years and I am currently awaiting an offer from that company. I couldn't have asked for a better coaching experience or outcome!

R.I. (Anonymized) 

You're not going to believe this, but on Friday I got a call from a Recruiter and he told me that I was the perfect candidate for the role he was working on-- I had appeared as the second person in his LinkedIn search! 

He immediately scheduled me to meet with the hiring manager-- and I used your interview advice. I led with selling my value and impact, and kept reminding myself that this was a conversation for me to decide if I could do this job and work on this team. It went perfectly-- halfway in, the interviewer started making plans for my first week and sharing some more of the gaps she has in her process and where I can lead some projects to close the gaps.

The best part? The salary is $170k and I'm scheduled to start next month.

Thank you for giving me the tools and confidence to finally land a job after two long and incredibly painful years of unemployment. Working with you has changed my perspective on my work, interviewing, and telling my story. Thank you.



Joe M.

Hey Kelly! 

I hope you have been well! I know I have NOT been the best at staying in touch, but I wanted to reach out and let you know that you can count me as another W in the record book.

I'm a few weeks - almost a month - into a new role at a start-up, and your advice, resume, and counsel on my direction were integral in leading me there.

It took awhile because I was intentional about selecting the right fit - but I found a great spot and I just wanted to say thank you!


Dana B.

Kelly,

We nailed it! Thank you for all your suggestions!

This has been like pulling teeth for me because I have been reluctant to eliminate all the work I did in my first career. You've helped me focus on the future and tell my story for the places I want to be in. 

You have really helped make this stand out to an employer! It gives me confidence to move on again.

Thank you again - so much!!

Caty N.

Kelly completely changed my perspective on work. A family friend mentioned Kelly over Thanksgiving when I was complaining about hating my job. 

I reached out and from the first call she was warm, understanding, and kind. She listened to me as I dumped my work trauma and went into action mode with some ideas to reframe and move forward. 

I decided to move forward with the full package, and I couldn't be more thrilled. Kelly gave me specific advice, listened to me, and helped me see outside my current job. 

The resume and LinkedIn profile she wrote for me make me feel seen and accomplished. I've struggled for so long with how to put myself on paper-- I should've reached out sooner!

I've introduced Kelly to two coworkers who are feeling similar to where I was this fall and will continue to keep her by my side. 

Carly C.

My resume is already making waves! Thank you. Again. You've made a huge difference in my career. 

I love your work so much that I'm sending family and friends to you...So hopefully you can do the same for my husband! 

Sondra W.

Right after I started making your recommended adjustments to my LinkedIn profile by adjusting my headline and About me section, a recruiter found me and reached out Friday for an interview!

That was fast! I have a screening phone interview in an hour for a job I never would've found in my search.

I can't thank you enough for the support and advice-- literally changed my search within a few hours!

Tory P

Hi Kelly-
Wanted to let you know that I landed a job! 

I'll be a proposal coordinator with a healthcare data company. My friend works for them, so she recommended me for the job!

It was a long process and they told me last week they were on a hiring freeze, so I had lost hope. But they called me today and said they got permission to hire me because they were so impressed with my experience! I'm so thrilled. It's great pay and fully remote.

Thanks again for your help! The resume and the interview prep we did totally pushed me over the finish line.

I hope to not need your services for a while, but I'll be in touch if I do. And I'll tell others to use you! 

Marcel L.

I am feeling much better now that companies are seeing and engaging with job opportunities. Thank you for everything you’ve done for me. I feel that you were just as much like a therapist to me as you have been a career coach. I am more confident in my ability to continue the job search understanding how things have shifted to a new method.

This has been a holistic journey and I’ve learned new things about myself as well as come to terms with things about myself I didn’t necessarily like. 

I’m glad we connected! I believe it was meant to be.


Hollie E.

I applied at like 1:00 am this morning to a really great role in my target and I heard back first thing this morning! 

This is only the 3rd job I have applied for so far since we finalized my resume. I was going to sit down today and apply for about 15 that I have saved and woke up to this. I am still going to keep applying, but I had been applying to jobs for about 2 years and was getting ghosted! 

I am continuing to be hopeful now-- thank you! 

Olivia O.

I started applying for jobs and I have been getting very good response. So far, almost all the applications I've submitted have responded back with a request for an interview.

So far, I have had 3 interviews which have been successful in securing me a 2nd interview. I still have 2 more interviews to go.

I really appreciate you Kelly. You have helped me greatly and I'm grateful. So so grateful. More than words can express. 


Itzel A.

Kelly's ability to transform my voice from hesitant to confident has been truly remarkable. She not only accurately captured my experience on my resume but also helped me tell my unique story. I highly recommend Kelly's services and look forward to future opportunities to work together.

D.R. (Anonymized)

Kelly's engagement was 1000%. She listened to every word I said, challenged me to think bigger and offered flexibility to work at a pace I was comfortable with.

Amanda H. 

I wanted to reach out and thank you for the career coaching you provided me at the beginning of last year. While I didn’t immediately act on it, I held on to everything you taught me. It materialized today! I finally found the gumption (see what I did there? 😉) to get out of my comfort zone, put myself out there by applying, and negotiate an offer! I didn’t let anyone talk me out of taking the position AND I advocated for myself by asking for more after their initial offer. Also, I used all the guides you gave me to prep for my interview. I think that was key to doing so well during the interview. 

I didn’t take a huge risk or make a drastic change—it is an internal, lateral move. But it was a calculated risk where I think there is even more continued growth and opportunities to come. 

You’ve got the secret sauce, my friend. Thanks for investing in me, helping me see my potential, and teaching me how to navigate this stuff.


London H.

Kelly was an absolute joy to work with—her guidance helped me uncover strengths I never even realized I had. Because of her support, I didn’t just land a job—I found a career where I can truly see myself thriving and feeling fulfilled. The strengths she helped me identify became the key to discovering the perfect career fit, and I couldn’t be more grateful for her insight and encouragement.

Susan B.

Kelly- Thank you so much for all of your advice and support over the last few months. After almost a year of looking for a job, my confidence has taken a big hit. You really, really helped me build it up again and get back out there. It made a huge difference-- YOU make a huge difference! Thank you for all of the support. 

Jenn R. 

I wanted to check back in with you-I officially landed my new CPO role and will be working in the NYC/NJ area starting mid-August!

I just wanted to thank you for your inspiration and encouragement! It made a huge difference.

Thank you for aiming me in a direction for my upcoming interview! You have excellent input. For all of my years of working....and then not...I didn't realize how out of practice I am at professionally establishing and describing how my skills and experience fit into an organization's needs. 

I listened to my practice sessions from earlier this morning, and they were not good! 

Our session was a total shift in my perspective in interviewing.

I greatly appreciate your kindness and insight, and your fresh perspective! My delivery in interviews is now much more direct, impactful, and professional. 


Nancy G.

Although my resume had been created by a professional resume writer several years ago, the style was already outdated. Kelly at Gumption made it pop through stressing accomplishments vs. tasks.

You get so much for your money when you work with Kelly. She is competitively priced vs. others in her field and she is committed to staying with you throughout the job hunting process, which has a long runway in today's market.

Kelly doesn't just format your resume—she helps you see the value you bring to the table and translate that into a compelling story. She's a true expert who goes above and beyond, and the results speak for themselves.

J.W. (Anonymized)

I wanted to thank you for all of your time and effort in working with me this past year. You helped me find ways to tell my story, see strengths in myself that I wasn’t acknowledging, and prepared a kick ass resume for me! I’m very grateful for all of your work and my wife and I enjoy following along with your success online. Thanks for doing what you do!

L.B. (Anonymized)

Kelly helped me take years of documents, resumes, bios, and consolidate my messaging down to something more clear, and resonant. 

Kelly was also quite flexible! She did not give me a set # of sessions, instead we had deliverables and were going to work until we had the work done. 

I had ideas and examples, and Kelly told me I was selling myself short (in kinder words). Together we created The work together was great, and I enjoyed getting to know Kelly and having her support in this process was important.

Being great at your job isnt enough. You need gumption.

Coaching for bold starts and intentional impact in your new role.

Getting the job was just the first win. Now, it’s about showing up with purpose.

Whether you’re stepping into a new leadership role, navigating an unfamiliar culture, or trying to make sense of unclear expectations, this coaching container helps you build influence and clarity in real time, with a coach in your corner who’s seen behind the curtain of how onboarding really works.

What’s Included:
- 45-minute Kickoff Strategy Session
We’ll get grounded in your role, team dynamics, leadership goals, and what must be true for you to thrive.

- Bi-weekly 30-minute Coaching Sessions
Two focused, high-impact check-ins each month to troubleshoot challenges, prep for big conversations, and reflect on what’s working. Includes any required tools, resources, or learning materials to support your journey.

- Between-session support via Practice
Ongoing voice/text coaching for those “I need to talk this through” moments. Consider this your thought partner for everything from navigating politics to preparing for that first 1:1 with your new boss.

This is for you if you:
- Want to start strong, not scramble through your first 90 days

- Are looking for a safe space to sort through challenges and make confident decisions

- Need support aligning your values with how you show up in a new role

- Know the first impression matters—and want to make yours with gumption

💰 Investment
$425/month
Includes the kickoff, two coaching sessions per month, and in-between support via Practice.




No tax

Onboarding With gumption.

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This event is for existing clients and can be booked for 1:1 Coaching Sessions, Wins + Impact Review Sessions, Brand Building Sessions, or Interview Preparation.

🎥I prefer to host events on Zoom with the option to be camera on or camera off. I'm happy to respect your preference on the call and will follow your lead on what you prefer for the meeting!

☎️ If you'd prefer for me to call you instead, just select that option when scheduling.

🤖 Please Note: Our call will be transcribed using Zoom's AI Transcription.

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45-Minute Client Call 

Hi Realists! 👋🏻

This event is for existing clients and can be booked for 1:1 Coaching Sessions, Wins + Impact Review Sessions, Brand Building Sessions, or Interview Preparation.

🎥I prefer to host events on Zoom with the option to be camera on or camera off. I'm happy to respect your preference on the call and will follow your lead on what you prefer for the meeting!

☎️ If you'd prefer for me to call you instead, just select that option when scheduling.

🤖 Please Note: Our call will be transcribed using Zoom's AI Transcription.You'll receive a full copy of the transcript following our call to keep for your own files. *This option is not available for phone calls.🤖