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Ashley Watkins Thomas

Write Step Resumes, LLC

 

Member profile details

First name
Ashley
Nickname
Ashley
Last name
Watkins Thomas
Company Name
Write Step Resumes, LLC
City
Moody
State
Alabama
Country
United States
Work Phone
205-352-4212
 

Connections

Viewable in Member Directory
Yes
Code of Ethics
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Twitter Handle
@WriteStpResumes
 

Professional Overview

How many years in the industry?
8+ Years
Primary Work Setting
Experienced Business Owner (5+ years)
Certifications and Designations
NCRW, NCOPE
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How I help
You can have receipts, results, and a resume full of wins, yet still feel paralyzed in your job search.

If you're tired of second-guessing every step in your job search, I got you.

I’m a former corporate recruiter, a Nationally Certified Resume Writer (one of about 70 in the U.S.), and the founder of Write Step Resumes.

I coach mid-career to senior-level leaders who are done with shrinking to fit in, overthinking every move, and constantly trying to justify their seat at the table.

Many of my clients have doubled (and tripled) their salaries and secured offers within 90 days of working with me.

I help you calm the noise, lean into your authenticity, and confidently communicate your value so you can land interviews that match your peace, not just your paycheck.

After years of recruiting across nonprofit, banking, and manufacturing industries (combined with coaching hundreds of professionals behind the scenes) I’ve learned some things about most promotion-ready job seekers:

► They run circles around their coworkers (and leadership), but their paychecks don't reflect it.
► They've gotten rejected from 100s of roles even when they KNOW they're highly qualified.
► They've sought career advice/services from people with no hiring experience and very little understanding of current career marketing standards.

Right now, you're probably feeling it's impossible to navigate a wonky, biased job search without anxiety taking over.

That’s where I come in.

My clients come to me when they’re:

➡️ Highly qualified but overlooked.
➡️ Getting interviews but no offers.
➡️ Struggling to translate their wins into words.
➡️ Burnt out from toxic jobs but too scared to start over.

Together, we build your confidence and design a custom strategy for optimized resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and interview coaching sessions that tell the truth about your career impact.

And, nope, I'm not just giving you another generic template or a list of surface-level tips. I give you clarity, coaching, and a brand that showcases your value without needing a new degree or certification.

💰 Kate 2X her salary with her current skillset.
💰 Davita 3X her income in one of the lowest-paying states in the US.
💰 Jennifer landed her dream job in just 5 weeks.
💰 Jon's salary soared 70% after resume writing and coaching support.

When you’re ready to stop playing small, let’s talk. My calendar is open at www.WriteStepResumes.com.

Schedule a consult at www.WriteStepResumes.com/schedule
Service Offerings
  • Resume Writing
  • Job Search Letters
  • LinkedIn Profile Writing
  • Personal Branding
  • Interview Coaching
  • Job Search Coaching
  • Salary Negotiations
  • NCRW-Candidate Mentoring
  • Webinar Presentations
Service Description
Resume, LinkedIn, interview, and job search coaching
Resume Specialties
  • Accounting / Banking / Finance
  • Administrative / Executive Support
  • Blue Collar / Skilled Trade
  • Career Change / Return to Work
  • Executive / C-Level
  • Education / Academia / Higher Education
  • Energy / Oil & Gas
  • Engineering
  • Entertainment / Media
  • Healthcare
  • Hospitality
  • Human Resources
  • Information Systems / IT
  • Legal / Law Enforcement
  • Manufacturing / Supply Chain / Logistics
  • Marketing / PR
  • Military / Military Transition
  • Nonprofit
  • Pharmaceutical / Medical Device
  • Recent Graduate / Entry Level
  • Remote Work
  • Sales / Sales Management
Speaker Bio & Topics
Ashley will empower your group to land better jobs and higher salaries!

Her workshops, seminars, training, and breakout sessions are designed to guide participants at all career levels in navigating the application process.

As a former corporate recruiter who has reviewed hundreds of resumes daily, Ashley understands the struggles job seekers encounter during their job search and she equips them with the pizzazz needed to stand out in the crowd.

Popular presentation topics Include:

► 10 Reasons Your Resume Isn't Landing 6-figure Interviews
► LinkedIn Lowdown
► Interview Breakthrough
► Job Search Roadmap
► Social Media and Your Job Search

Book me today at www.WriteStepResumes.com/schedule
 

NCRW Designation:

NCRW Certified?
Yes
NCRW Certification Date
September 19, 2016
NCRW Renewal Date
June 30, 2028
 

NCOPE Certification

NCOPE Certified?
Yes
NCOPE Certification Date
August 28, 2019
NCOPE Renewal Date
April 30, 2026
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