No matter where you are in your career, you can always be planning for your next move. Whether you are a new grad or a seasoned Gen X, Career Coaches Donna Shannon (Personal Touch Career Services) and Cathy Lanzalaco (Inspire Careers) discuss how to develop for that next leap. Believe it or not, “excellent communication skills” actually DO matter!

Cathy is CEO of Inspire Careers, a full-service career marketing firm based in Buffalo, NY, and serving job seekers across the country. Cathy is the creator of the Inspire Careers Student Professional Launch Program™, the only new college graduate success program, helping college seniors and recent college graduates develop the tools to land their dream jobs. A three-time career changer with 18 years of experience in human resources, she provides insights and strategies that help her clients land jobs and create careers they love. A member of the board of directors for both the National Résumé Writers’ Association and the Buffalo Niagara Human Resources Association, Cathy is a frequently requested podcast guest and speaks nationally on career-related strategies to diverse audiences.

Contact information for Cathy Lanzalaco:

Website:  https://www.inspirecareers.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathylanzalaco/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inspirecareers8761

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