Testimonials
I am writing this letter of thanks from my new office at a job I absolutely love. I wouldn’t be here without the support and training I received from Hazell & Associates, in particular Melanie Hazell. Their program of career and personal evaluation gave me not only direction in the early stages of my career transition, but also a sense of purpose.
During the job search process I found the online tools very helpful in particular the interview preparation exercises. I also took advantage of several other modules in particular the resume maker and the videotaped mock interview both of which helped me immeasurably.
Melanie Hazell is one of those superb people who really enjoys helping others, her one-on-one coaching style was an important factor in making me receptive to what her company had to offer. I am grateful that my former employer had the foresight to hire a career transition company, it gave me some dignity and helped me see value in myself.
Again thank you very much for all you support.
Style at Home - Canadian Gardening
Transcontinental Media
As you probably are aware, MNR has been doing a lot of hiring and recruitment lately! I have had several requests from my clients for assistance in interview preparation. I just wanted to let you know we have been using Hazell and Associates and they have been fantastic!! After working with Hazell & Associates, I noticed a huge positive difference with the clients I have interviewed before (some of them several times)! I mean 110% difference. Not only that, Michael Hazell comes through even at the last minute with very little notice to help these people. So, I have been meaning to drop you a note to let you know how pleased we are with their service. If you want more details, don’t hesitate to give me a shout!
Louisa Vatri-Norris
Ministry of Natural Resources
Melanie Hazell helped me, in outplacement speak, to re-invent myself. When I lost my job, I was determined to get another job, and quickly. After all, I had been going to an office of one sort or another for more than three decades. That’s how I defined myself.
But Melanie and her team opened my eyes to other alternatives. At first, she supported me in my job-seeking efforts. We created a top-notch resume that I could not have done on my own. That resume won kudos from many recipients and even a few interviews.
During our regular meetings, she asked probing questions and helped me think about goals and strategies in totally new and useful ways. As well, she interpreted psychological and other tests that allowed me to better focus my thinking about my future.
Above all, Melanie is extremely knowledgeable about the feelings and stages someone in my position goes through. She knows instinctively when comfort, constructive criticism or prodding is appropriate.
As time went on, I realized that I would be happier working on my own at this stage of my life than pursuing an elusive job opportunity. She knew, and I didn’t have a clue, how to start my own business. Her advice at every stage was always invaluable.
Like many people, I embarked on the outplacement process with considerable skepticism and trepidation, but with a willingness to give it a chance. After all, the only thing I had to lose was time, and I had a lot of that.
I became an early convert. Looking back now, I appreciate even more how much Melanie helped me to launch a new chapter in my life, one that is unfolding successfully just as she predicted. I could not have done it without her.Michael Benedict
MCB Strategies
Thank you for the formatted and edited resume you prepared with me. I was amazed when I read it; you have done such a great job. The formatting is effective, the language is so powerful. My resume now speaks loudly and clearly about my work experience and my professional value. In my opinion it is perfect.
I really appreciate the great job you have done. I hope it will help me a great deal on my job search.
During the job search process I found the online tools very helpful in particular the interview preparation exercises. I also took advantage of several other modules in particular the resume maker and the videotaped mock interview both of which helped me immeasurably.
Melanie Hazell is one of those superb people who really enjoys helping others, her one-on-one coaching style was an important factor in making me receptive to what her company had to offer. I am grateful that my former employer had the foresight to hire a career transition company, it gave me some dignity and helped me see value in myself.
Again thank you very much for all you support.
Julie Wiggins
Advertising Sales Director
Advertising Sales Director
Style at Home - Canadian Gardening
Canadian Home & Country
Decormag - Fleurs Plantes et Jardins
Transcontinental Media
As you probably are aware, MNR has been doing a lot of hiring and recruitment lately! I have had several requests from my clients for assistance in interview preparation. I just wanted to let you know we have been using Hazell and Associates and they have been fantastic!! After working with Hazell & Associates, I noticed a huge positive difference with the clients I have interviewed before (some of them several times)! I mean 110% difference. Not only that, Michael Hazell comes through even at the last minute with very little notice to help these people. So, I have been meaning to drop you a note to let you know how pleased we are with their service. If you want more details, don’t hesitate to give me a shout!
Louisa Vatri-Norris
Senior Management Group Specialist
Ministry of Natural Resources
Melanie Hazell helped me, in outplacement speak, to re-invent myself. When I lost my job, I was determined to get another job, and quickly. After all, I had been going to an office of one sort or another for more than three decades. That’s how I defined myself.
But Melanie and her team opened my eyes to other alternatives. At first, she supported me in my job-seeking efforts. We created a top-notch resume that I could not have done on my own. That resume won kudos from many recipients and even a few interviews.
During our regular meetings, she asked probing questions and helped me think about goals and strategies in totally new and useful ways. As well, she interpreted psychological and other tests that allowed me to better focus my thinking about my future.
Above all, Melanie is extremely knowledgeable about the feelings and stages someone in my position goes through. She knows instinctively when comfort, constructive criticism or prodding is appropriate.
As time went on, I realized that I would be happier working on my own at this stage of my life than pursuing an elusive job opportunity. She knew, and I didn’t have a clue, how to start my own business. Her advice at every stage was always invaluable.
Like many people, I embarked on the outplacement process with considerable skepticism and trepidation, but with a willingness to give it a chance. After all, the only thing I had to lose was time, and I had a lot of that.
I became an early convert. Looking back now, I appreciate even more how much Melanie helped me to launch a new chapter in my life, one that is unfolding successfully just as she predicted. I could not have done it without her.
Michael Benedict
Principal
MCB Strategies
Thank you for the formatted and edited resume you prepared with me. I was amazed when I read it; you have done such a great job. The formatting is effective, the language is so powerful. My resume now speaks loudly and clearly about my work experience and my professional value. In my opinion it is perfect.
I really appreciate the great job you have done. I hope it will help me a great deal on my job search.
