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RITA FRIEDMAN is a coach, speaker, and consultant focused on helping jobseekers strategically navigate career transitions. She works with clients on defining their individual definitions of success, identifying and creating opportunities, and managing messy situations. She also facilitates workshops and presentations for employers and organizations committed to engaging and developing their talent.
Rita has a background in recruiting, human resources, staff development, operational management, and professional writing. Rita received recognition as the Winner of the Life Coach category and was named as a Finalist in the Career Services category (2016) by the Philly Happening List. PhillyCareerCoach.com was also named one of the Best Career Resources for Grads and PhDs by OnlinePhDProgram.org. Rita previously wrote a career advice column for Philly.com, is frequently quoted in employment-related articles in national newspapers and magazines, has appeared on television as a career expert. She earned a BA in English and Philosophy from the University of Albany, and is a Certified Job and Career Transition Coach, Certified Job and Career Development Coach, Certified Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Practitioner, and Certified Life Coach. |
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What Clients Say About Rita:
"Rita helped me prepare to re-enter the job market after nearly 20 years with the same company. With her guidance and support, I felt like I actually had an advantage over the competition." -Marissa K., Philadelphia, PA
"Rita worked with me on job search techniques and interview strategies that helped me land a job I never imagined I could get. I started after the new year and am loving coming to work every day." -Steven J., Miami, FL
"I knew I needed to change careers and find something I love to do. Through our one-on-one sessions I made the transition from insurance accounting to copyediting without taking a salary cut. Now I set my own hours and work as much (or as little) as I want. The quality of my life has greatly improved and I couldn't be happier." -Shavonda J., Cherry Hill, NJ
"My boss gave me a $10,000 raise after I showed him my new resume and gave him a presentation about the value I bring to the company!" -Daniel P., Bensalem, PA
"That was the most productive hour of my entire career to date." -Helen C., New York, NY
"Rita worked with me on job search techniques and interview strategies that helped me land a job I never imagined I could get. I started after the new year and am loving coming to work every day." -Steven J., Miami, FL
"I knew I needed to change careers and find something I love to do. Through our one-on-one sessions I made the transition from insurance accounting to copyediting without taking a salary cut. Now I set my own hours and work as much (or as little) as I want. The quality of my life has greatly improved and I couldn't be happier." -Shavonda J., Cherry Hill, NJ
"My boss gave me a $10,000 raise after I showed him my new resume and gave him a presentation about the value I bring to the company!" -Daniel P., Bensalem, PA
"That was the most productive hour of my entire career to date." -Helen C., New York, NY
