Heather Talamante: HR Professional and Founder of Tell Us About Yourself Inc.

Heather Talamante is the founder and president of Tell Us About Yourself Inc, a non-profit organization that provides career education and mentorship to the local community. As a Senior Certified HR professional with over 20 years of experience, she realized that many great candidates needed help with polishing their resumes and interviewing skills. Heather started working with her employer and local community organizations to support their clients, which led her to create the non-profit. Her goal is to remove financial barriers preventing people from gaining employment, and empower them with the knowledge to navigate their career search and future growth.

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Heather Talamante Links:   

Website: https://www.tellusaboutyourself.org/    

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-talamante/ 

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PODCAST INFO:   

Podcast website: https://www.womleadmag.com/podcast/    

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YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYDpQX16k5Uh7G7PFjMjZ8KimqoOpFF-t    

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CONNECT:   

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- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realwomelle/    

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OUTLINE:  

1:10 - Heather's background as a Senior Certified HR professional with over 20 years of experience.  

3:35 - Heather's realization that many great candidates needed help with polishing their resumes and interviewing skills.  

5:13 - The mission and goals of Tell Us About Yourself Inc to remove financial barriers preventing people from gaining employment, and empower them with the knowledge to navigate their career search and future growth.  

9:36 - Heather's focus on helping those in need through her non-profit organization.  

12:23 - Heather's insights on how to help someone who needs support in their career search.  

14:00 - Heather's belief in the importance of showing your kids that you're powerful in your career and in life.  

18:52 - Discussion on whether Tell Us About Yourself Inc provides its services outside of the country.  

21:11 - Heather's advice on taking steps to improve your resume and other materials to better position yourself for a job.  

23:13 - Resources available to help individuals find the right job candidate.  

28:04 - Heather's encouragement to share your voice and make a difference in your community.