Laura Parrino
Milwaukee,United States
Summary
Should I stay or should I go? If you're asking that question, you know something's not right. Ignore that voice at your peril. I am an expert in this area as I have helped 1,000's of people navigate career transition, and many of them recalled ignoring that message. I've always said, we stay too long in relationships and jobs because the only people who like change are babies. I left the corporate world behind and launched my 2nd Act. I'm delivering "reverse outplacement." I'm on a mission: to help you find the road to fulfillment, happiness and alignment with life purpose. For this, you need a map. An exit plan. An "ejection plan." As in, "leap forward!" My value to you: ️A career in staffing and "headhunting," matching more than 8,000 people to jobs. Holy moly I made TONS OF MONEY as a headhunter because of my gift for quickly and uniquely positioning you against your competition, branding you, "selling" you, and coaching you for the interview. ️Street smart - witnessed blatant bias in the hiring process and it's my moral obligation to help my clients overcome ageism, sexism, racism ️22,000 coaching hours as an Outplacement Coach, and 7,000 hours+ leading workshops and job search groups. I am an expert in career assessment, market readiness, resume writing, personal branding, LinkedIn, digital branding, networking, and much more. ️Experience with C-Suite, VPs, Directors, Individual Contributors, Hourly, Production, Creatives and almost everyone else across diverse industries.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive | Career | Reverse Outplacement Coach | Exit Plans | Resumes & LinkedIn
Laura and Friends LLC
02.2024 - Current
- Are you...... I'm employed and feeling a vague sense of disengagement
- Should I "grow where I am," or leave the company? My boss is avoiding me! I'm being left out of meetings
- Workflow has stopped flowing
- I'm worried about my job. I have a BAD BOSS! Should I stay or should I go? I work in a toxic culture
- Should I stay or should I go? I gotta get out of here - I need an exit plan. I'm unemployed and struggling with job search…
- For too long…
- I'm going to lose my spouse, house, car, sanity, etc......... I'm worried that ageism, salary, job title, etc
- May be affecting my job search or career. I would love to make a change but don't know where to begin. My resume, LinkedIn profile and other job search tools need updating and sharpening. I'm worried about performing well in interviews. I'm concerned about having to take a pay-cut, losing my vacation time, etc. It's been many years since I've been job searching, and everything is so different. It's time to retire but I want a 2nd Act
- Where do I begin?
Community Manager
Dovetail Social Networking Group
10.2009 - Current
- During the Great Recesssion of 2010, my caseload at Right Management toppled into the 200's, and I led a live weekly job search group off campus with up to 140 attendees
- They also met in small groups, becoming close friends and support systems during tough times
- As they landed jobs they sought a way to stay connected with their colleagues, and we launched a monthly evening networking meeting at Alioto's, led by former candidate Liz Hackett and her bar manager husband Mike
- This monthly meeting became, and still is, a life saver for many, as friends returned with job referrals and support.
Executive Senior Career Management Consultant | LinkedIn Trainer | Birkman Consultant
Right Management
03.2001 - 02.2019
- I loved this job and the people I worked with
- I transformed lives through the delivery of career development and job search training and coaching
- I coached professionals at all levels (C-Suite to individual contributors) land new jobs, launch consultancies, start businesses, make career changes and enter active retirement
- I collaborated across ManpowerGroup, Right Management and Experis to provide impactful services to internal and external customers, and contributed to the community through a variety of volunteer efforts.
Career Transition and Employer Relations Leader
Inacom Information Systems
01.2004 - 01.2005
- I was recruited to help launch Health Care Career certification programs for displaced workers
- It was an amazing experience - Laurie Benson, President of Inacom, was an inspirational and motivational leader, and I loved the culture she developed.
President
My Recruiter
01.1999 - 01.2005
- I started this business after a job loss, and wanted to continue my recruitment career as a freelancer
- This was not to be
- My business transformed to Career Coaching after deep reflection on the injustice I witnessed as a recruiter
- It was during this time I met Luci Klebar, and began partnering with her in her business.
Student Employment and Placement Manager
ProMentor Technology
02.1999 - 11.2002
- I had the privilege of working for one of the women I most admire in the world: Luci Klebar
- She asked me to help her students obtain employment
- THIS IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE JOBS I'VE EVER HELD.
Headhunter | Recruiter | Senior Personnel Consultant
CareerTrac Professional Group
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Cindy Johnson, President of CareerTrac is the woman who most influenced me in my career
- She groomed and trained me to become her Top Producer
- Cindy operated her recruitment firm with incredible integrity, and taught me impeccable business habits
- We had a remarkable partnership.
Education
Certificate - Reiki, mind-body synchronization to enhance energy and vibrational balance and harmony.
Inner Focus School For Advanced Energy Healing
01.2000
English, Journalism -
Marquette University
05.1980
Skills
- Interviewing
- LinkedIn Training
- Community Development
- Effective Communication
- Group leadership
- Personable and friendly
- Building Relationships
- Team Development
- Team motivation
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Motivational leadership style
Certification
Birkman Certified
Locations
Greater Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Personal Information
Title: Rockstar Career Coach ️ "Find the Job You Love and Never Work A Day in Your Life" ️ "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" CUTTING EDGE Resumes, LinkedIn Profiles & Personal Branding
Awards
Milwaukee Business Journal Woman of Excellence - Mentor Award
Timeline
Executive | Career | Reverse Outplacement Coach | Exit Plans | Resumes & LinkedIn
Laura and Friends LLC
02.2024 - Current
Community Manager
Dovetail Social Networking Group
10.2009 - Current
Career Transition and Employer Relations Leader
Inacom Information Systems
01.2004 - 01.2005
Executive Senior Career Management Consultant | LinkedIn Trainer | Birkman Consultant
Right Management
03.2001 - 02.2019
Student Employment and Placement Manager
ProMentor Technology
02.1999 - 11.2002
President
My Recruiter
01.1999 - 01.2005
Headhunter | Recruiter | Senior Personnel Consultant
CareerTrac Professional Group
01.1994 - 01.1996
Certificate - Reiki, mind-body synchronization to enhance energy and vibrational balance and harmony.
Inner Focus School For Advanced Energy Healing
English, Journalism -
Marquette University