Cathy Lanzalaco, MBA, RN, CPCC, CPRW, SHRM-SCP
CEO | Executive Career & Interview Coach | Résumés | Career Transition | Business Coaching at Inspire Careers LLC- Claim this Profile
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Matt Swistak
I lost my job back in August and immediately contacted Cathy. She assured me that everything would be ok and that she would help get my resume and cover letter to where it needed to be. Well, she did just that, and did an amazing job. Cathy was right there with me during my job search and answered any questions I had. She helped me to really hone in on what I wanted in my next role and helped me highlight my strengths and weaknesses. Cathy also gave me great advice on networking and improving my LinkedIn presence. For anyone out there who is looking for a job, I can't recommend Cathy enough. It's easy to get discouraged, but Cathy helps you stay focused and on track. With her help my job search was luckily only two months. Her services are beyond worth the investment.
Riley Smith
Cathy at Inspire Careers did an incredible job setting me up for success in my own professional career! I was very impressed by how committed Cathy is as a guide and mentor; along the journey, she was always available to answer my questions and offer support when I needed it. Job searching can be an exhaustive process, but I felt a great sense of confidence due to how the program breaks things down into step-by-step achievable goals. I want to specifically highlight Cathy's knowledge of the LinkedIn platform, and how you can get the most value from your own profile to be seen by other employers. Her eye for detail is also apparent in how we designed my new resume, which was designed with purpose to target the exact types of jobs I had interest in. A lot of careful consideration went into presenting myself in a way that stands out from other job applicants. One thing that impressed me beyond expectations were the professional connections gained through this experience. I met a lot of wonderful people through Cathy who encouraged me along my journey, and this networking was essential in finding a job that aligned with my own skills. Having a support system was motivating in my own job search, and I appreciated the positive environment that I could be a part of. Overall, I highly recommend that anyone struggling in their job search reach out to Inspire Careers and consider their program! Cathy is extremely talented and stands out amongst many others in this field. The process did wonders for me, and I encourage others to invest the time into developing their professional selves!
Sam Fedele
I graduated in May and am starting a dream job I didn't even know existed just 3 short months later. I reached out to Cathy and became a part of her Student Professional Launch Program because I was clueless as to what professional direction I wanted to look. Cathy provided me with the resources to channel my likes, dislikes, passions, and personality into a career context that helped narrow down what felt like a black hole of options. Cathy's goal is not just to help her clients land a job, it is to help her clients land a job they LOVE. This seemed like an insurmountable task in my eyes, but became possible after working with Cathy. She wants to see each and every one of her clients succeed. She is the cheerleader you didn't know you needed. Cathy is truly an inspiration as an entrepreneur, a woman, and a leader, and I will recommend her services 11 times out of 10.
Matt Swistak
I lost my job back in August and immediately contacted Cathy. She assured me that everything would be ok and that she would help get my resume and cover letter to where it needed to be. Well, she did just that, and did an amazing job. Cathy was right there with me during my job search and answered any questions I had. She helped me to really hone in on what I wanted in my next role and helped me highlight my strengths and weaknesses. Cathy also gave me great advice on networking and improving my LinkedIn presence. For anyone out there who is looking for a job, I can't recommend Cathy enough. It's easy to get discouraged, but Cathy helps you stay focused and on track. With her help my job search was luckily only two months. Her services are beyond worth the investment.
Riley Smith
Cathy at Inspire Careers did an incredible job setting me up for success in my own professional career! I was very impressed by how committed Cathy is as a guide and mentor; along the journey, she was always available to answer my questions and offer support when I needed it. Job searching can be an exhaustive process, but I felt a great sense of confidence due to how the program breaks things down into step-by-step achievable goals. I want to specifically highlight Cathy's knowledge of the LinkedIn platform, and how you can get the most value from your own profile to be seen by other employers. Her eye for detail is also apparent in how we designed my new resume, which was designed with purpose to target the exact types of jobs I had interest in. A lot of careful consideration went into presenting myself in a way that stands out from other job applicants. One thing that impressed me beyond expectations were the professional connections gained through this experience. I met a lot of wonderful people through Cathy who encouraged me along my journey, and this networking was essential in finding a job that aligned with my own skills. Having a support system was motivating in my own job search, and I appreciated the positive environment that I could be a part of. Overall, I highly recommend that anyone struggling in their job search reach out to Inspire Careers and consider their program! Cathy is extremely talented and stands out amongst many others in this field. The process did wonders for me, and I encourage others to invest the time into developing their professional selves!
Sam Fedele
I graduated in May and am starting a dream job I didn't even know existed just 3 short months later. I reached out to Cathy and became a part of her Student Professional Launch Program because I was clueless as to what professional direction I wanted to look. Cathy provided me with the resources to channel my likes, dislikes, passions, and personality into a career context that helped narrow down what felt like a black hole of options. Cathy's goal is not just to help her clients land a job, it is to help her clients land a job they LOVE. This seemed like an insurmountable task in my eyes, but became possible after working with Cathy. She wants to see each and every one of her clients succeed. She is the cheerleader you didn't know you needed. Cathy is truly an inspiration as an entrepreneur, a woman, and a leader, and I will recommend her services 11 times out of 10.
Matt Swistak
I lost my job back in August and immediately contacted Cathy. She assured me that everything would be ok and that she would help get my resume and cover letter to where it needed to be. Well, she did just that, and did an amazing job. Cathy was right there with me during my job search and answered any questions I had. She helped me to really hone in on what I wanted in my next role and helped me highlight my strengths and weaknesses. Cathy also gave me great advice on networking and improving my LinkedIn presence. For anyone out there who is looking for a job, I can't recommend Cathy enough. It's easy to get discouraged, but Cathy helps you stay focused and on track. With her help my job search was luckily only two months. Her services are beyond worth the investment.
Riley Smith
Cathy at Inspire Careers did an incredible job setting me up for success in my own professional career! I was very impressed by how committed Cathy is as a guide and mentor; along the journey, she was always available to answer my questions and offer support when I needed it. Job searching can be an exhaustive process, but I felt a great sense of confidence due to how the program breaks things down into step-by-step achievable goals. I want to specifically highlight Cathy's knowledge of the LinkedIn platform, and how you can get the most value from your own profile to be seen by other employers. Her eye for detail is also apparent in how we designed my new resume, which was designed with purpose to target the exact types of jobs I had interest in. A lot of careful consideration went into presenting myself in a way that stands out from other job applicants. One thing that impressed me beyond expectations were the professional connections gained through this experience. I met a lot of wonderful people through Cathy who encouraged me along my journey, and this networking was essential in finding a job that aligned with my own skills. Having a support system was motivating in my own job search, and I appreciated the positive environment that I could be a part of. Overall, I highly recommend that anyone struggling in their job search reach out to Inspire Careers and consider their program! Cathy is extremely talented and stands out amongst many others in this field. The process did wonders for me, and I encourage others to invest the time into developing their professional selves!
Sam Fedele
I graduated in May and am starting a dream job I didn't even know existed just 3 short months later. I reached out to Cathy and became a part of her Student Professional Launch Program because I was clueless as to what professional direction I wanted to look. Cathy provided me with the resources to channel my likes, dislikes, passions, and personality into a career context that helped narrow down what felt like a black hole of options. Cathy's goal is not just to help her clients land a job, it is to help her clients land a job they LOVE. This seemed like an insurmountable task in my eyes, but became possible after working with Cathy. She wants to see each and every one of her clients succeed. She is the cheerleader you didn't know you needed. Cathy is truly an inspiration as an entrepreneur, a woman, and a leader, and I will recommend her services 11 times out of 10.
Matt Swistak
I lost my job back in August and immediately contacted Cathy. She assured me that everything would be ok and that she would help get my resume and cover letter to where it needed to be. Well, she did just that, and did an amazing job. Cathy was right there with me during my job search and answered any questions I had. She helped me to really hone in on what I wanted in my next role and helped me highlight my strengths and weaknesses. Cathy also gave me great advice on networking and improving my LinkedIn presence. For anyone out there who is looking for a job, I can't recommend Cathy enough. It's easy to get discouraged, but Cathy helps you stay focused and on track. With her help my job search was luckily only two months. Her services are beyond worth the investment.
Riley Smith
Cathy at Inspire Careers did an incredible job setting me up for success in my own professional career! I was very impressed by how committed Cathy is as a guide and mentor; along the journey, she was always available to answer my questions and offer support when I needed it. Job searching can be an exhaustive process, but I felt a great sense of confidence due to how the program breaks things down into step-by-step achievable goals. I want to specifically highlight Cathy's knowledge of the LinkedIn platform, and how you can get the most value from your own profile to be seen by other employers. Her eye for detail is also apparent in how we designed my new resume, which was designed with purpose to target the exact types of jobs I had interest in. A lot of careful consideration went into presenting myself in a way that stands out from other job applicants. One thing that impressed me beyond expectations were the professional connections gained through this experience. I met a lot of wonderful people through Cathy who encouraged me along my journey, and this networking was essential in finding a job that aligned with my own skills. Having a support system was motivating in my own job search, and I appreciated the positive environment that I could be a part of. Overall, I highly recommend that anyone struggling in their job search reach out to Inspire Careers and consider their program! Cathy is extremely talented and stands out amongst many others in this field. The process did wonders for me, and I encourage others to invest the time into developing their professional selves!
Sam Fedele
I graduated in May and am starting a dream job I didn't even know existed just 3 short months later. I reached out to Cathy and became a part of her Student Professional Launch Program because I was clueless as to what professional direction I wanted to look. Cathy provided me with the resources to channel my likes, dislikes, passions, and personality into a career context that helped narrow down what felt like a black hole of options. Cathy's goal is not just to help her clients land a job, it is to help her clients land a job they LOVE. This seemed like an insurmountable task in my eyes, but became possible after working with Cathy. She wants to see each and every one of her clients succeed. She is the cheerleader you didn't know you needed. Cathy is truly an inspiration as an entrepreneur, a woman, and a leader, and I will recommend her services 11 times out of 10.
Credentials
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Certified DISCstyles™ Communication Consultant
ProfilingPro DISC Online Assessments -
Certified Empowerment & Motivational Professional (CEMP)
Professional Association of Résumé Writers and Career Coaches -
Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC)
Professional Association of Résumé Writers and Career Coaches -
Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW)
Professional Association of Résumé Writers and Career Coaches -
MBTI Certified
The Myers-Briggs Company -
NCOPE (Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert)
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SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
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SHRM-SCP (Society for Human Resources Management-Senior Certified Professional)
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SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources)
HR Certification Institute - HRCI -
Strong Interest InventoryⓇ Certified
The Myers-Briggs Company
Experience
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Inspire Careers LLC
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United States
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Staffing and Recruiting
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CEO | Executive Career & Interview Coach | Résumés | Career Transition | Business Coaching
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Feb 2017 - Present
With 15+ years of HR experience, I have coached hundreds of executives and mid-career and rising professionals to achieve greater career success and develop the skills they need to make career shifts they desire.Member of the Forbes Coaches Council, providing professionals at all levels with high quality content that changes the way they think and approach their job search and career development.The fastest growing part of my business is helping new grads and college seniors launch into the jobs they have been dreaming of and working toward for years! The Inspire Careers Student Professional Launch Program is the only one of its kind in the nation and teaches new grads and students exactly what it takes to land the job they'll love! https://www.inspirecareers.com/students-and-new-grads/✔Job Transition Coach, as a 3x career transitioner myself with 15+ years of HR leadership experience, and national certifications as a Professional Résumé Writer and Professional Career Coach, I provide insights, resources, and high-touch support to executives and career-minded professionals seeking to advance in their careers or facing a transition in the workplace.✔Services include Career Clarity Coaching, Career Transition Coaching, Interview Coaching, Professional Résumé Writing, and Job Search Strategy Coaching. ✔ A long time strategic partner of the BNHRA, I am also the In Transition Chair for the Board of Directors.✔ I coach and mentor small business owners to build thriving operations.✔ Executive resume writing partner of Career Partners International.✔ I am a member of the Professional Association of Resume Writers & Career Coaches CPRW Certification Committee.✔ Assisted EMBA Students at SUNY Buffalo in resume development.Check out what success looks like for many of my clients https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathylanzalaco/details/recommendations/ Then reach out for a free consultation and let's talk about what success can look like for you. Show less
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Cathy Lanzalaco - Public Speaker
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2017 - Present
I speak to large and small groups and present on career- and empowerment-related topics. I specialize in speaking to women's groups and nursing organizations.Request me to speak https://www.inspirecareers.com/speaking/
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BlueSteps
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United States
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Career Advisor | Global Executive Coaching | Job Search Strategies
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2023 - Present
Provide career advisement to C-level executives, board members, and senior executive leaders. Provide career advisement to C-level executives, board members, and senior executive leaders.
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Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart
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United States
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Guest Instructor Senior Internship Class | Résumé Writing & Interview Preparation
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Mar 2018 - Present
✔Provided student instruction regarding best practice résumé writing. ✔Conducted mock interview preparation in group setting to encourage student engagement and facilitate the learning experience. ✔Provided student instruction regarding best practice résumé writing. ✔Conducted mock interview preparation in group setting to encourage student engagement and facilitate the learning experience.
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Niagara University
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United States
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Higher Education
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500 - 600 Employee
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Adjunct Professor/HR Management
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2018 - 2019
Introduction to HR Management. ✔Sharing 15+ years of practical, hands-on HR Management experience with today's emerging leaders at the premier private university in NY state.✔Prepare course outlines, descriptions and lesson plans as required. Develop and grades tests, worksheet,s, and projects to evaluate students. Provide tutorial help as required by students. ✔I help make learning a fun and stimulating journey to assist students in meeting their educational and career goals! Show less
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Benefits & Employee Relations Manager
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Jul 2017 - Mar 2018
✔Developed and managed the benefit and employee relations functions. Worked from overall policies, goals and the university's strategic plan. ✔Recommended improvements in benefit plan design and application; prepared materials for collective bargaining negotiations.✔Served as the primary point of contact for all benefit inquiries and handled the day-to-day benefits administration for all the university's benefits plans, including educating faculty and staff. ✔Ensured compliance to all federal, state and local laws. Show less
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Write-Résumé-For-The-Job
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United States
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Writing and Editing
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Owner | Award Winning Certified Professional Résumé Writer | Executive Career & Interview Coach
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Jan 2017 - Oct 2018
Career marketing firm located in Williamsville, NY. Rebranded as Inspire Careers LLC in Oct 2018. ✔Leveraging 15+ years of human resources experience to provide professional résumé, cover letter and other business writing services to individuals actively seeking new employment or those positioning themselves to begin to explore new opportunities. ✔Offering career coaching, interview coaching and job search strategy creation. ✔Creating and optimizing LinkedIn profiles to improve social media presence, optimize searchability, and professional online visibility. Used in conjunction with a robust job search strategy yields outstanding results. ✔Offering individualized consultation with confidentiality, respect, and the 1-1 attention you expect at this point in your career. Show less
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Sr. Human Resources Business Partner - American Sales Company (closed Sept 2016)
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Jan 2004 - Sep 2016
✔Served as primary contact for facility human resources related matters. ✔ Leadership Development Coaching: Coached hundreds of leaders on ways to strategically improve their career trajectories by enhancing their leadership and soft skills as well as intentionally planning their career paths.✔Assisted in development of organizational and human resource strategy. Led HR strategy, staffing, communications, compensation, associate relations, performance management and training. ✔Oversaw payroll, benefit and HRIS functions. Developed and implemented policies. Advised on promotion, compliance, discipline and policy interpretation. Managed departmental budget. ✔Designed events/programs to enhance associate engagement, improve productivity and decrease turnover.✔Provided HR leadership for Sept 2016 facility closing. Show less
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Manager, Compensation, Benefits & HRIS
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Jan 2004 - Jan 2007
✔Developed systems, matrices and guidelines for structured, effective compensation process. ✔Managed pay for performance appraisal processes and implemented management incentive program.✔ Proposed, planned and executed annual associate health and wellness fair showcasing 40+ local and national exhibitors, creating wellness-centered focus and proactive healthcare utilization among workforce.✔ Increased associate 401(k) participation in first year by 24% and boosted contribution totals 20% through development of a targeted communication strategy. Show less
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Tops Markets
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United States
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Retail Groceries
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager, Compensation, Benefits & HRIS
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2002 - 2004
✔Administered compensation function; researched, implemented and maintained equitable and competitive program. ✔Managed promotional, merit and annual pay increases. Supervised administration of 3,300 associates’ benefit open enrollment process.
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Manager, Employee Medical Services
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2001 - 2002
✔Led efforts for medical-related initiatives, including associate wellness programs and state mandated disability administration. ✔Managed leave of absence programs. ✔Oversaw Cyborg human resource information system. ✔Proposed and instituted financial reimbursement program for collection of healthcare contributions for associates on unpaid leaves of absence resulting in corporate premium savings of $20,000 in first year.
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Medical Management Nurse
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1997 - 2001
Provided medical management services for company-wide workers' compensation program. Identified company need for medical management of disability claims and created business plan to decrease lost workdays and expedite return to work. Produced savings of $150,000+ in first year.
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Catholic Health
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Discharge Planning Nurse/Assistant Nurse Manager/Medical-Surgical Staff Nurse
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1981 - 1994
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Education
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SUNY Empire State College
Master of Business Administration - MBA -
SUNY Empire State College
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Management/Concentration in Human Resource Management -
Sisters of Charity Hospital School of Nursing
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Canisius College
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Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart
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