Organizational references

"I've known Arlene for years and think the world of her and her competencies." -- Maureen Gold, Director, Career Services, Baxter Healthcare

"I would like to commend Arlene for her outstanding performance as an outplacement consultant." -- Robert Allen, CEO, AT&T

"Arlene, you indeed are a colorful and charming lady! It was really fun to work with you." -- Mike Lorelli, President and CEO, Equality Specialties, Inc.

"Arlene Hirsch is in the stratosphere of career counselors who combines expertise, warmth, understanding and humor." -- Phyllis Brust, Ed. D., Director of Career Services, Irving B. Harris School of Public Policy, University of Chicago

"Arlene Hirsch worked collaboratively with me on the start-up of a successful career counseling program from scratch. She has a superior knack for keying in on the client's needs and helping them attain their goals. I learned a great deal from her experience and know-how." -- Angela Gruber, Manager of Campus Admissions, Lake Forest Graduate School of Management, Executive MBA Program

"Arlene, thanks so much for offering such an informative, well-presented workshop on resume writing for our staff. You obviously possess a wealth of knowledge and have become a leader in the field. I am thrilled that I have had the opportunity to get to know you and to hear you speak." -- Maxine Topper, Supervisor, Career Development, JVS, Skokie

"Arlene, you made a wonderful presentation to the Marketing Executive Networking Gorup -- important and very actionable comments. Thank you for your insights, and your superb content and delivery." -- Francey Smith, Francey Smith & Associates, Inc.

Media references

"Arlene Hirsch is one of the best career authors we've ever worked with. Her experience and insights are unparalleled, and her ability to uncover and effectively address the concerns of her readers is remarkable." -- Tony Lee, Editor-in-Chief, CareerJournal.com

Client recommendations for career planning and psychological counseling services

"Arlene, you're incredible! I had no idea how much fun it would be to work with you. I really didn't know what a career counselor did . . . but I'm sure happy for the blessing! Nothing this good has happened to me in a long time! I don't know how I'll ever repay you."

"Thank you for helping me leave the practice of medicine and find another career path. Whenever I told people that I didn't want to be a doctor anymore, they thought I was crazy. Being a doctor isn't for everyone. I am a much happier person. I couldn't have done it without you!"

"My sessions with you helped very much. Not only did I find the position I wanted, I was also able to negotiate for a higher salary than was first offered. Thank you!"

"Arlene was instrumental in helping me decide on my next career. She kept me motivated and committed to my goals. She inspired the best in me."

"Arlene, I want to thank you for the deep knowledge, kindness, perspicacity, and forthright honesty that you showed in your work with my daughter. We consider your work together an unqualified success."

@ Arlene S. Hirsch, 2005