The Lettersmith

❓️ So what the heck are all those letters after my name ❓️

I know... credentials can start to look like alphabet soup.

But I recently added a new one: CCSC — Certified Career Success Coach.
And this one matters because it expands how I can help.

Sometimes clients come to me **before** they’re ready for a resume.

They’re thinking:

“I know I need a change, but I’m not sure what’s next.”

“I’m burned out, but I don’t want to make a panic move.”

“I’m ready for more, but I don’t know how to position myself.”

That’s where career coaching comes in.

The CCSC gives me additional tools to help with career clarity, transitions, job search strategy, advancement planning, and accountability.

And as a quick refresher, here's what the other letters mean:

CERM — Certified Executive Resume Master
This means I’ve been certified at the executive resume level, with work evaluated for strategy, branding, achievement positioning, and presentation.

CPRW — Certified Professional Resume Writer
This is one of the foundational credentials in the resume writing profession and reflects tested expertise in resume strategy and development.

CGRA — Certified Graphic Resume Architect
This one focuses on visual resume strategy—using design, structure, color, and formatting to make documents easier to read while still keeping them professional and ATS-friendly.

NCOPE — Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert
This is my LinkedIn certification. It helps me create stronger LinkedIn profiles and coach clients on using LinkedIn more effectively in the job search.

CCSC — Certified Career Success Coach
My newest certification. This expands my ability to help clients with career clarity, transitions, job search strategy, advancement planning, and accountability.

So what does that mean for you?

You’re not getting a template.

You’re getting strategy, thoughtful questions, strong storytelling, and support for the bigger picture of your career.

In other words I can help with everything....from soup to nuts (groan!)

P.S. Have a new graduate in the family? I can help them, too.

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I'm Deborah Schuster, an award winning, 5X certified career coach. Need help finding your next role? Let me uncover and tell your success stories and personal brand in your resume, LinkedIn profile, cover letters, bio, and more. You can DM me on LinkedIn or reach out by email at [email protected].

Big news on my end: I earned the Certified Career Success Coach (CCSC) credential through Career Directors International (CDI).

It was an intensive, evidence-based program built by award-winning University Placement Director Laura DeCarlo, President of CDI. I’m excited about what this adds for the people I support—especially around career clarity, job search strategy, transitions, and advancement.

A few ways I can help (not an exhaustive list):

✨ layoff reset + momentum
✨ career pivots + clear positioning
✨ return to work
✨ promotion strategy
✨ networking + interview story that lands

I'm Deborah Schuster, an award winning, 5X certified resume writer and career coach. Need help finding your next role? Let me tell your success stories in your resume and LinkedIn profile and help you create a comprehensive career plan. You can DM me or email me at [email protected].