Career Pro Inc

With my own work in the career search not producing results I started looking for a service that could provide the advice, help and encouragement I needed during a pretty tough time in the market for re-careering and new jobs. I found what I needed with the help from CareerPro. They gave me insights into how to build my personal brand, better connections and critical interview tactics for this very remote and virtual job market. This directly led to a great offer and acceptance above my expectations. I really recommend CareerPro for people and companies who want help every step of the way!

Career Pro distinguishes itself by establishing a framework for a longer term relationship with each of its clients. Initially you will receive one on one consultation and resume revision from John but, given the nature of job search for most mid-career professionals in recent years, the weekly networking/education sessions are invaluable. John brings in a variety of speakers to present to the group on a variety of topics from creating a better Linkedin profile to communication through public speaking and writing as well as the benefits of taking care of yourself in what can be a time filled with great anxiety and fear. As a client, I have participated and learned during these sessions and improved my brand as a result.
Therefore, I highly recommend Career Pro's service to both job seekers serious about career transition and companies that want to take care of their people in outplacement. This is company that you can rely on during times of change which happen all the time. I am now in a position to network and help others too and that’s all part of the relationships that are build through their process and programs.
Finally, I would add that I first met John O'Connor and Dana Gower while attending a Church career ministry session at which John came in to discuss job search for those in transition.

"I initially chose CareerPro Inc. as an executive outplacement service based on a referral by one of their very satisfied clients following a job change I had several years ago. In the intervening years, I have required and received intermittent thoughtful expert career shift advice and consultation. Having hired and re-hired CareerPro, I have never been disappointed by their concern and hands-on approach for addressing my changing career goals. From creating powerful collateral to cutting through the nonsense and over information provided online, to providing coaching on salary issues, their advice has always been spot-on, invaluable, and timely. To maintain a career partnership with the ongoing changes in the economy - personal and macro – for over 10+ years is uncommon and a testament to their great service. Thanks to John O’Connor and CareerPro for their powerful, caring and savvy network that surrounds their business. For CareerPro, a close working relationship with their clients matters most to them, an important value proposition which you will experience when you engage CareerPro."

As a senior manager and leader, in my wildest dreams when we first met would I think that I would be a business owner and on a completely different career path after 20 years of employment. But CareerPro and their network provided outstanding insights into my career choices for corporate and for entrepreneurial options. The setback was very tough emotionally but my company was compassionate enough to provide an outstanding outplacement experience with CareerPro Inc. I remember when CareerPro Inc., John and the team telling me how important networking is and thinking sure it is. Today I am a completely new person. I would love to be an inspiration to anyone who has been placed in the position I was. Let me give CareerPro Inc. my highest rating for career services and outplacement. Also let me say this also - CareerPro Inc. supports you even after you made your transition and that is so far above what I expected. You can expect the same encouragement and support. My future looks amazing. If you are a person in career change or an executive considering bringing in an outplacement provider look no further than John and the team surrounding CareerPro Inc.

TL;DR - I quit my job in Chicago and landed in Raleigh suddenly. Career Pro helped me with coaching and support. Career Pro is an amazing team that helped me land a dream job of making new ice cream flavors in California! This was both a career move that I wanted to make and one that I didn't believe I could do. Thank you, Career Pro!

I really appreciate all of the personal attention and advice that the team at Career Pro has given me! I am a young professional - only 3 years out of college and left my job in Chicago to relocate near my family in Raleigh because of a family emergency. It was quite difficult to find a way to write my resume and cover letters to address this sudden gap and John and the team at Career Pro were so helpful in finding ways to address this.
I found their services in resume building and cover letters to be useful, but what was more helpful was their advice on networking. I needed some hand-holding because I am naturally an introvert (and I'm still quite new to professional networking!) and the team at Career Pro was so helpful and thoughtful with their advice! They responded promptly to emails and hold weekly check-in meetings.
After all their advice and coaching, I was able to network my way into my dream job. I was previously an engineer and have always wanted to enter product development, but wasn't sure I was ready or had the skills needed. I also love working for Fortune 500 companies, but after a gap on my resume, I wasn't confident anyone would take me. Not the case! I have landed a product development job at a Fortune 500 company with Career Pro's help! I am so happy and so grateful!
Obviously, they will not do the work for you and cannot promise to find you a job. But if you need a partner to help you stay motivated in your job search and someone like a mentor/coach to offer friendly advice (or sometimes much needed tough love!) THIS IS THE PLACE.

“Not only did the CareerPro Inc. team help me when I came to them after a downsizing at my company they assisted me as I transitioned into an ideal new role.

This work included onboarding, career support, research, resume writing, LinkedIn optimization and a lot of very positive but specific feedback on my personal, executive brand.

Being as dedicated as I am to my companies I neglected essential ways I needed to keep my professional brand and image fresh and relevant.

I think a lot of people that I met through CareerPro’s network and their alumni network worked through many of the self promotional reluctance just as I did.

Out of that work came inspired action, a new six figure opportunity and continued support into that new role.

Since that time I found their advice, counsel, and support to be second to none. A lot of their alumni come back to continue the cycle of people helping people. I have seen many clients start businesses, obtain new employment and build career enhancing relationships that go far beyond the career search or branding work that is so valuable.

The team, many clients and alumni are certain and eager to provide perspective and a safe zone but also the kind of challenges you need to grow at critical career times.

CareerPro, Inc are small, busy and profoundly dedicated to their clients. If you become a client you will feel and know a real commitment to a higher purpose. This is much more than just ‘getting a job” but a sound path to finding the right fit to a role that is beneficial to your career and work-life balance.

This is why I firmly believe this organization is excellent, long-term minded and has your best interests at heart. I am confident you will find the same too.”

Over the years, the team at CareerPro Inc. has helped me with career issues, transition questions and supported my career advancement. I really like the pay it forward mindset so I stay in touch with the group to keep in-tune with the local business environment and provide help and support to others. I started out as a customer and client and now I am considered an alumni. The level of care given to me throughout the years has gone beyond my expectations and really helped me in my career. As a satisfied client and an alumni I have been encouraged to stay in touch and have been able to benefit from the long-running support system around CareerPro Inc. I highly recommend the people, the environment and the positive, career promotion that this company represents. Whether it is serious career services or corporate outplacement you will find it best here.

“The CareerPro Inc. team helped my confidence in starting my own enterprise as I moved from my corporate career to consulting. The support, document development, research, and connections have proved to be invaluable to me in this late career change as I drive toward my passion and mission. I have also participated in the executive networking group that has helped me post-transition to land new contracts and to test out materials as I implement and win new business. I cannot be more excited about this group and I am happy to endorse them, what they represent and I will continue to associate with the team to support others in finding their new place whether it is a corporate or entrepreneurial career!"

“I wanted to find an outplacement and career services provider that would really understand my brand, assist me with some very challenging career changes and create an environment where I could thrive during this life and career change.
The team at CareerPro provided that and so much more - resumes, LinkedIn strategies and tactics, personal branding to dos and total, unrelenting support all along the way. This personal care for the individual and their responsiveness and encouragement
for me and my executive career has been unprecedented. I know why the business has been in business so long. I look forward to more executive coaching, guidance and multiplying the relationships and friendships I have made during my career journey. Highly recommended for the most career serious among us!"

John and the CareerPro team have been incredible to me. I was recently laid off and John has helped me to regain confidence when interviewing. He has helped me to reimagine what I can bring to the table at a new position and why somebody should employee me over other applicants.

Excellent resource for any professional in transition looking for guidance with next career steps. John is a strategic thinker who is well connected in the industry and he puts his clients' needs first.

“Career Pro Inc. offered me a paid internship this past summer. I had been aware of the business for a number of years through neighbors and friends, as well their support of our local swim team. I felt like it would be a great opportunity to learn and grow, especially having seen former interns and employees go on to work at successful companies such as Google, Deloitte, and many others. CareerPro Inc. has allowed me unprecedented access to career insights that I would have never received. I was treated like a valued asset to the business immediately and throughout my time.

John O’Connor has truly changed the standard for customer service and quality of care in the career consulting space, approaching each client’s situation from a personal level and providing them with the guidance necessary to help them reach their career goals. I will take these experiences with me throughout the rest of my education and career. I am extremely thankful for having this opportunity.”

The CareerPro Inc. team reached out and helped me see my true potential to upgrade my career and reach higher than I thought possible. That encouragement gave me the confidence I needed and raised my employment expectations.

CareerPro Inc. and all associated is the consummate professional small business and ultimate networking and career resource. First off, I thought I had a good resume but quickly realized I was not aware of the full potential of a great resume. As a marketing expert I choose my connections and vendors wisely. Because relationships over time matter I also chose CareerPro Inc. to refine and help me blog, brand and develop my own new career paths three times. Change is hard and a change in careers can even be harder. I love to network and help other clients of CareerPro Inc. as they go through outplacement and consider new entrepreneurial ventures. Comments from recruiters and interviewers were amazing about my brand and interview skills. John and the CareerPro Inc. team have been a great resource and I will be for them.

It has been my honor and my good fortune to have known John M. O'Connor for nearly forty years. I know of no better person to listen to a client's concerns, take them to heart, and develop an individualized plan of action to assess and access the strengths of that person's capabilities.

His creativity and way with words make him ideally suited to take every person who is a question mark and turn him/her into an exclamation point!

The Career Pro Inc. team with John’s leadership help build a brand around you, assist you in the many problematic details or branding and search. They have also created a very positive environment around you while you search for new and challenging opportunities. It’s very important in search to provide interview insights, resume writing, LinkedIn advice and research; they certainly provide all of that. But they also try to understand your work purpose and encourage you to take calculated risks to stand out and not compromise your goals even as the search seems to wear on and on. All the while it feels like a team atmosphere with this company. That’s what I needed to successfully land and that’s what you can expect from this company and the people associated.

Bob Fesler

John and the team at Career Pro have consistently gone above expectations. They listen and spend the time needed to understand each client’s specific strengths and needs for career transition. They’ve helped me build networks, offer introductions, professional guidance, and have always been available when needed for questions. Career Pro provides direct networking events and brings in expert speakers with relevant content. I highly and confidently recommend Career Pro to anyone looking for a positive career transition or direction.

I cannot endorse John O'Connor and Career Pro Inc. enough! The Career Pro Inc. team, strategy and key relationships have helped me to better build my personal and professional brand. In a competitive market I needed to improve my status on Linked In and other social media sites to remain relevant and build powerful arguments about my value to potential employers. Throughout the journey, John and the team, alumni and friends of Career Pro Inc. closely collaborate with you to tailor a package that is uniquely your own. Some of the areas that have been particularly helpful have been: 1. Resume and Career Marketing Materials 2. Linked In Editing, Revisions and Strategy 3. Access to Linked In Alumni, 4. Direct Contact with Recruiters/Staffing 5. Triangle Executive Careers Group (speakers, local staffing contacts, information) 6. Encouragement. Any kind of career transition and career branding takes mutual effort. To be encouraged in these difficult tasks in many positive ways has helped me communicate my values, skills and expertise. It's something I can use now and moving forward in my career path. John has helped me and he can help you Too!

I strongly recommend CareerPro Inc. I recently moved to NC and found John’s firm online. At first I was unsure if I wanted to contract with John, but have not had a single regret since. John did an amazing job revamping my resume, is always ready with great advice, tips, encouragement, and networking. His weekly meet-ups are fantastic, with excellent guest speakers. I can not recommend CareerPro Inc., enough, whether you are engaged in a job search, transitioning careers, or want to advance with your current organization; John can help you. Give him a call!

I recently started an internship with Career Pro Inc. and have already learned more in a few short weeks than I would have expected to in months, anywhere else. Instead of treating me like a typical intern and being sent out to retrieve the office coffee, John appreciates the value of sharing his immense knowledge of the business processes inside and out.



John and his staff prioritize customer care and professional values by uniquely tailoring the company's vast array of services to the individual. Career Pro Inc. recognizes that no two career searches are the same and as a result, no client will ever walk away feeling neglected. This organization creates a new standard for small businesses through the determination and strive to continuously better and improve the organization while maintaining the utmost quality.



I look forward to the great opportunity to continue to work so closely with strong professionals and gain valuable experience to guide me through my budding career.