Recent Testimonials

"Mia brings out the best in people. She works with remarkable speed and efficiency, ensuring fast yet high-quality results. Her insight, engagement, and commitment to success are unmatched. If you need a career coach who will help you unlock your potential, Mia is the perfect choice!"

Julianne Vett

📍 Solutions Consultant | Strategic Client Success Manager
🗓️ June 25, 2024

James (JP) Purdy

I had the opportunity to work with Mia in April 2025 and could not recommend her enough. I ultimately chose to work with Mia not because I needed an updated resume or a new Cover letter (though she knocked these out of the park) but because I was in search of a "career therapist" of sorts to help me understand my experience to date and what I want to do in my career moving forward.

Every session I had with Mia focused on precisely this. She asked pointed, intelligent, and thoughtful questions, heard my feedback, and guided our conversations to a conclusion that derived exactly what I was looking for. If you are looking for a career coach and guidance, you've found what you need in Mia!

📍 Human Behavior | Organization Transformation | Operations
🗓️ May 2025

Carissa Luch, PhD

Working with Mia was one of the best decisions I made! I lost my position in September 2024 and took time to determine my best course of action. I realized that I needed some guidance to be effective in my job search. Mia was a wonderful guide and thought partner in this search. She was able to help me effectively think about how to move forward, and she challenged my assumptions about how to search and which types of positions I should consider. I have accepted my dream job and will start in a week. Many thanks to Mia!

📍 Seasoned Consumer & Shopper Insights Manager | Innovation Projects | Generative AI
🗓️ May 13, 2025

Chris Levy

I believe it’s essential to work with people who can play both “offense” and “defense,” to borrow a sports phrase. I first met Mia Kennedy when she was working as a recruiter, which I believe is the most important qualification for being a career coach. How can I expect someone to help me get hired if they’ve never been in a hiring role themselves?

You have to understand both sides of the hiring process, and Mia brings experience and expertise in both hiring for businesses and helping individuals get hired

📍 SEO Consultant
🗓️ April 4th, 2025

LoriLee Bielsji

Mia is a force to be reckoned with! I have never worked with a recruiter who worked so hard to learn our business and to curate and cultivate candidates for the right opportunity. Mia elected to attend team meetings that had nothing to do with recruiting so that she could better understand our work and our personality as a group. Long after she placed people on my team, she's still a trusted advisor to her recruits, keeping close connections, helping them through the ebbs and flows of life, and being more than a recruiter. Mia's love of people, of selling the organization she believes in, and of creating mutually beneficial relationships is unequalled. I'm so grateful for the amazing people she's helped find for us.

📍 Sr. Professional Services Executive
🗓️ February 21, 2023

"Working with Mia has been a blast! She truly enjoys and believes in her work, and it shows. As a recent graduate, I had no idea what companies were looking for in a resume, cover letter, or interview. After meeting Mia, I feel I now have a significant edge over my peers in the job market. She took the time to learn about my passion for software development and tailored each session to fit my goals. Mia is incredibly flexible and willing to dive deeper into any questions about the modern job application process. I highly recommend contacting her if you feel lost in the job market. Thanks again, Mia, for everything!"

Brett Hare

📍 Recent Graduate, University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering
🗓️ November 11, 2024

"Mia uncovered key insights that helped me better define my career direction. She checked in regularly, valued my feedback, and ensured I was happy with our approach. Her thoughtfulness and consideration throughout the process were invaluable. I highly recommend her!"

Maggie Seeber

📍 Global Marketing & Brand Project Manager at Caterpillar
🗓️ September 26, 2024

I waited a couple of weeks before writing a review of Mia Kennedy’s work at CCWM to see how my resume performed in job applications.

I hired Mia to revamp my resume into an ATS-compliant format, and I was impressed with the structured and in-depth playbook she developed for resume creation. Initially, the task of highlighting my experience, skills, and achievements felt daunting, as I struggle with self-promotion. However, Mia guided me through every step, encouraging me to “just brain dump” without worrying about perfect grammar or complete sentences.

During our video sessions and in between, she skillfully transformed the rough drafts into clear, concise, and impactful content. She asked insightful, clarifying questions that helped shape a strong and compelling resume. Mia’s nurturing personality made the entire process feel effortless.

The final resume scored 97% in ATS software (with a passing threshold of 80%). I’m happy to report that my resume is now getting noticed, and I have a couple of interviews scheduled! Thank you Mia!

I'm pleased with my resume and highly recommend Mia Kennedy at CCWM. I will be returning to utilize her other services.

 📍 Program Manager | Systems Administrator
🗓️ March 17, 2025

Tessa Mercer

Mia is great to work with and truly is one of the elite professionals in her field. She helps you put things in perspective and enables you to create your professional story that will help you achieve success. Thank you for helping me, Mia!

 📍 Director Financial IT Systems - Digital & Technology Solutions | Revenue Cycle Management, IT Systems
🗓️ February 28th, 2025

Balaji Raman

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Mia while interviewing at Concentrix, and I can't recommend her highly enough. From our very first conversation, she was incredibly warm, thoughtful, and easy to talk to.
What really stood out to me was her genuine care for me as a candidate and the company she was representing. It’s rare to find someone who balances that so well. She was always thorough, transparent, and supportive, making the entire process less stressful and more human.
If you're looking for a career coach who is knowledgeable, professional but also kind, personable, and truly invested in your success, Mia is the one you want by your side. Thank you, Mia!

 📍 Director at Concentrix
🗓️ May 25th, 2025

Emilia Skrinar

Professional Endorsements

  • Mia, is great to work with and truly is one of the elite professionals in her field. She helps to put things in perspective and enables you to create your professional story that will help you achieve success. Thank you for helping me Mia!

    Balaji Raman
    Director Financial IT Systems - Digital & Technology Solutions | Revenue Cycle Management, IT Systems

  • "Mia’s insight and consistency helped me transition from Middle Georgia to Chicago. She provided invaluable career advice, ensuring a great fit for both parties."

    Alena R. Tyson

  • "Mia is a force to be reckoned with! She puts immense effort into understanding a business and finding the right candidates. Her ability to create mutually beneficial relationships is unmatched. I’m so grateful for the amazing people she has helped us find!"

    LoriLee Sadler Bielski
    Sr. Professional Services Executive | Fractional CMO/CXO/CDO

  • "Mia is simply exceptional! Her ability to connect with people, understand their needs, and find the right fit makes her an invaluable partner. If she had concerns about a candidate, I always took them seriously—her assessments are gold!"

    Marli Larimer
    Director at Concentrix Catalyst | GenAI Content Solutions

  • "Mia builds relationships long before candidates become employees—and maintains them long after. She understands organizational needs beyond just skills, ensuring true cultural and team alignment. Mia is an invaluable hiring partner!"

    Steve Eros
    Customer Experience & Product Management Leader

  • "Mia is a tremendous business partner and highly capable. Her efforts have significantly contributed to growing and strengthening our design team."

    James Kim
     Head of Services Innovation & Enablement

  • "Mia's empathy and authenticity made me feel supported every step of the way. She ensured I was not only a good fit for the company but that the company was a good fit for me. We are so lucky to have her on our team!"

    Julie Lynn Ramirez
    Digital Marketing Strategy Sr. Manager at Concentrix Catalyst

  • "Mia is amazingly optimistic, finds great candidates, and delivers an outstanding candidate experience. She also focuses on continuous improvement, leading efforts to streamline and enhance the interview process. I highly recommend her!"

    Liam O'Connor
    Managing Director

  • "Mia has a gifted approach. She goes above and beyond to establish long-standing relationships and deeply understands the industry. She personalizes the experience and is a true pleasure to work with."

    Courtney Ollmann, PMP
    Manager, Consultant 

  • "Mia is a great! She truly cares about candidates, ensuring they never feel left in the dark. If there were more recruiters like her, the hiring process would be much smoother for everyone!"

    Aakanksha Sinha
    Customer Success Manager @ Amazon | Duke Fuqua | Strategist

(A collection of older but valuable testimonials showcasing Mia's long-term impact.)

Legacy Praise (2010–2022)

  • "Mia’s insight and consistency helped me transition from Middle Georgia to Chicago. She provided invaluable career advice, ensuring a great fit for both parties."

    Alena R. Tyson (2020)

  • "Mia was the best recruiter I’ve worked with—highly skilled, proactive, and committed to the perfect match for both candidate and company."

    Anke Meyer (2019)

  • "Mia has an incredible ability to make career connections that benefit both sides. I highly recommend her for IT professionals seeking new opportunities."

    Jim Tandy (2019)

  • "Mia genuinely cares about her candidates' success. She was always there to ensure my career moves aligned with my goals."

    Laura Bergmark RN, BSN, CAHIMS (2017)

  • "Mia is a tireless professional who has an excellent grasp of the technical landscape. She exceeded expectations in every way!"

    Jeffrey Jasica (2016)

  • "Mia's professionalism is only matched by her charm and passion for helping people find the right roles."

    Paul Jamieson (2016)

  • "Mia stands alone among recruiting elites—she is dedicated, consistent, and has a genuine interest in people’s careers."

    Kenyatta Purnell (2013)

  • "Mia helped me discover the best in myself and guided me into a role that fit my career and lifestyle perfectly."

     Lisa Williams, M.S. (2011)

  • "Mia’s honesty, perseverance, and ability to find the perfect job match make her an extraordinary recruiter."

    Mahesh Khekhenchery (2010)