In the news
Mindy Thomas and Thomas Career Consulting have been featured in many news stories and press releases,
including the Wall Street Journal and Fox29 News.
October 2011
Pennsylvania Governor’s Conference, Philadelphia, PA
Mindy Thomas attended and volunteered to work with job hunters in reviewing their resumes at the 8th Annual Pennsylvania Governor’s Conference for Women in center city where thousands of women assembled for a two-day event. Marion Jones, Tory Johnson, Gloria Steinem, Christy Turlington and Martha Beck were among some of the inspiring and inspirational women speakers.
Career Directors International Conference, Savannah, GA Mindy Thomas, President of Thomas Career Consulting attended the 10th annual conference of Career Directors International on Thursday, October 20, 2011 at the Savannah Riverfront Marriott in Savannah, GA. The conference was attended by career professionals who specialize in resume writing, career coaching, job placement, job development and career counseling. Topics covered at the conference included new trends in social networking tools for the job seeker and business professional, reputation management, labor market trends, blogging and job search strategies. Click here to view Mindy Thomas with NY Times Best Selling Author, Martin Yate talking about his latest book.
Mindy Thomas with Beth Kennedy at Global Summit
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Mindy Thomas attends the “official” graduation ceremony from Georgetown University’s Executive Coaching Program.
Fox 29 News, Philadelphia
Mindy Thomas interviewed by Bruce Gordon, Reporter with Fox 29 News about the Philadelphia Eagles and Andy Reid hitting the unemployment line soon. Click here to view video
September 2011
New York City
Mindy Thomas attended “I Can Do It” Conference The Mind, Body, and Soul Retreat.
May 2011
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Mindy Thomas attended Georgetown Coach Alumni Conference Weekend.
October 2010
Career Directors International Conference, San Diego, CA
Mindy Thomas interviewed by Katrina Kibben, Social Media Ninja of Monster.com
View video clip from conference with two great résumé tips from Mindy Thomas
on how to “Write a Resume, Not a Biography, and Use the Job Posting”
July 2010
Press Release
Federal Résumé Writing Services Now Offered by Thomas Career Consulting for Federal Government Job Seekers
Certified Federal Job Search Trainer and Certified Professional Résumé Writer Mindy Thomas and Thomas Career Consulting now offer federal résumé writing services for candidates seeking a competitive advantage in landing federal government positions.
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March 2010
Career Thought Leaders Conference, Baltimore, MD
Mindy Thomas, interviewed by Chris Russell, President and Founder of JobRadio.FM.
Mindy Thomas shares one of the biggest résumé mistakes job seekers are making today and some success stories.
Listen to interview
February 2010
Finding a Job In a Tough Economy Job Search Series, Ridley Park United Methodist Church, Ridley, PA
Mindy Thomas, an invited guest speaker, addressed local job seekers and shared her expertise on “How to Write a
Compelling Résumé.” Local Church supports job seekers though monthly series.
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December 2009
FINS from The Wall Street Journal: The Financial Job Resource
Mindy Thomas interviewed by Alina Dizik, WSJ Careers Reporter for an article about building your finance network through family and friends.
Take time to discuss your accomplishments and don’t be overly negative about the job search process or your current employer, says Philadelphia-based career expert Mindy Thomas, President of Thomas Career Consulting. “It shows you are resilient, strong and powerful in a time when it is so tough to see everyone struggling,” she says.
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September 2009
The 6th Annual Pennsylvania Governor’s Conference for Women, Philadelphia, PA
Mindy Thomas, was one of 20 career consultants invited to work with candidates at the Pennsylvania’s premier educational and networking event for women. The Fair which featured local and national employers as well as 4000+ women who came to see the keynote lineup including Suze Orman & Tori Johnson, CEO of Women for Hire.
To read more, visit: http://www.pagovernorsconferenceforwomen.org
June 2009
Press Release
Thomas Career Consulting Launched, Providing Job Searchers a Competitive Advantage in the Tough Job Market
Career Coach and Certified Professional Résumé Writer Mindy Thomas launches Thomas Career Consulting, LLC, offering résumé writing and career counseling. Thomas, a former career counselor for 15 years, returned to career services and became an entrepreneur after being laid off as a legal recruiter.
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May 2009
Villanova School of Law, Villanova, PA
Mindy Thomas was an Invited Speaker at the Career-Focused Workshops for Alumni and Friends Event.
Mindy Thomas presented: “How to Create a Compelling, Legal Résumé”
April 2009
Immaculata University, Immaculata, PA
Mindy Thomas presented: “Why You Need a Powerful Résumé in This Job Market”
March 2009
Wall Street Journal
Mindy Thomas interviewed by Sarah E. Needleman, WSJ Careers Reporter for an article about people helping people in these hard times.
“Strangers Lend a Hand to Job Seekers” features Mindy doing pro bono work in the “Getting Professional Help – for Free” insert.
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February 2009
Women for Hire Event, New York
Generation B: Boomers in Line Video
Mindy Thomas was one of 35 career consultants recruited to work with candidates. The New York Times: “In frigid temperatures, mid-career job applicants wait to be seen by prospective employers.”
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January 2009
Philadelphia Area Coaches Alliance (PACA) Newsletter
Mindy Thomas interviewed by Patricia Weeks
“Mindy’s interest in coaching evolved naturally from a long time career in counseling and training. With a Master’s in higher education and career counseling, Mindy has been coaching and motivating students and adults for 15 years; and teaching
at the university level for 10 years.”
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