Masters'

COVID-19 Relief
Session Giveaway

Master Plan

Next Steps Aren't Always Clear

Now, You Have a Master Plan

The pandemic has negatively impacted far too many career and college journeys. Whether you're a student, graduate, or professional, Masters is here and ready to help you.

On the 1st of each month, one entrant will be selected to receive or gift a free session. The deadline is 11:59PM EST March 31, 2021 for the April 1st selection. Selection is random and will be announced via email, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

"Heather, how should I move forward?" This is the #1 question I hear from
students, graduates, and professionals alike. I understand how it feels to be
unsure, stuck, or even hopelessly lost when considering your next steps.
That's why I'm dedicated to providing you a 100% personalized,
success-focused plan to help you move forward at no cost.

For Students, Graduates, and Professionals who are:

Welcome to your

Master Plan

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Personalized to Your Goals

Move forward successfully with a plan that's 100% personalized to your own situation and goals.

What exactly do you want to achieve? Where are you feeling unsure, stuck, or lost? Tell me when you request your Master Plan. Your 5 steps are uniquely based on the details you provide and designed to increase your clarity, confidence, and success.

Organized into Achievable Steps

Move forward easily with custom-built strategies conveniently arranged into 5 doable steps.

This step-by-step guidance will show you exactly where to put your time and energy. Accomplish all 5 for the best outcome possible, or gain a success boost from each one separately. Ultimately, every step you take will get you that much closer to your goals.

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Delivered Fast and Free

Move forward quickly with professional advice that is free of cost and commitment.

Within just 24 hours of your request, your Master Plan (PDF) will arrive in your inbox. In it, you'll find free, helpful advice that can be implemented immediately. And rest assured- there is no obligation, requirement, or pressure to purchase anything or work with me.

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All for Your Success, by Masters

Helping you move forward is my way of paying it forward.

Sometimes, we just need a little guidance to get us going on a solid path. That's why I'm dedicated to providing you a personalized success plan at no cost. All I ask is that you pay it forward in the future. A little guidance can go a long way and change someone's life for the better!

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"The advice Heather gave me tremendously boosted my confidence and success as a young professional"

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Malikah G, BA, MBA

Project Manager
Automotive Industry

"I struggled with finding the career path for me- If it had not been for Heather, I would not have had a clear path to explore"

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Austen M

Junior & Resident Asst
@ Central Michigan Univ

"I am truly grateful that Heather was willing to help me strengthen my skills and find the confidence to acquire a position"

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Information Services Industry

Frequently Asked Questions

It’s similar.  However, your Master Plan aims to do one better than a traditional free consultation.

Traditional free consultations often withhold any advice or guidance until you pay and are typically only offered to showcase services available for purchase.

Beneficially different, your Master Plan provides free, fully personalized advice detailed in 5 easy-to-follow steps that you can implement immediately.  I also include a hand-picked service that best fits your situation and goals if you choose to work with me (there is no obligation or requirement to purchase anything or work with me).

No.  My goal is to help you, not sell to you.  There is no obligation, requirement, or pressure to purchase anything or work with me.  So, rest assured that your Master Plan is not a sales pitch or showcase of services.

This is a thoughtfully prepared, personalized success plan designed to help you move forward. It’s my way of paying it forward, and all I ask is that you pay it forward in the future.

If you’d like to work together afterward, wonderful!  Your Master Plan serves as the perfect starting point and enables us to get to work quickly.

If you decide to navigate your next steps on your own, I respect that and hope your Master Plan serves as a great guide to help bring your goals to fruition.  Additionally, you’ll only receive further communication from me if you request it.

Within 24 hours via email. Begin with the Master Plan Request Form below.

I will quickly and thoughtfully craft your Master Plan (PDF) to be ready and delivered to your inbox within 24 hours of your request, even on weekends.

If your request is made just before or during a holiday, or if I encounter anything that hinders my ability to fulfill your request within 24 hours, I will email you with an updated, reasonable delivery day/time.

If you have any questions about the status of your Master Plan, please message me.

Yes!  I’d be happy to answer questions you have about your Master Plan, or clarify something that I mentioned.  So, feel free to reach out.

Just know, though, that if your question requires an in-depth answer or more thorough guidance, I’ll recommend a service that fits you best based on your question.

 

Most likely- Yes!  In my 10+ years of career and college advising, I’ve successfully helped thousands of individuals through their specific situations and on to achieving their unique goals.

Let’s see if we’re a match based on your education/career level and goals:

I’m dedicated to helping high school students/graduates, college students/graduates (undergraduate and graduate levels), entry-level job seekers, and mid-career professionals master the complex processes that stand between them and their goals of successfully discovering their best-fit career path or changing careers, getting offered their best-fit job, discovering their best-fit college/major, and getting accepted into their best-fit college.

Whether you’re just embarking on your goals, deep in the process and feeling the struggle, or somewhere in between, I’m here to help you.

And if you feel that you’re a ‘difficult case’, just know that you’re not alone- I’ve personally been there and have helped many others overcome a diverse array of challenges to accomplish goals they (and naysayers) thought were unattainable.

Feel free to message me with any questions you have before booking, especially to ask for a recommendation of which service/package would be the best fit for you.  If you find we’re a match, I welcome the opportunity to work with you!

As a former school-based advisor of 8 years, I’m so glad to hear that your school provides career and/or college help to get you started!  With my background in both school-based and independent advising, I’m able to distinguish the two for you.  Here are the most important differences:

You’re a Top Priority vs. A Part of a Large Caseload

> With school-based counselors and advisors, you’re typically just one of the hundreds or even thousands in an often unworkable caseload, unfortunately resulting in restricted access to your advisor and brief (if any) one-on-one advising sessions within their packed schedule during traditional school/office hours.

> With Masters, you’re elevated to top priority status.  Independently, I intentionally choose to serve a very limited number of clients to make you a top priority.  This ensures you receive the ample time, personalized attention, and prompt, high-quality advising you need to achieve your goals, all during convenient times in the evenings and on weekends.

Expert Guidance vs. General Help

> School-based counselors and advisors’ attention is commonly split between many different responsibilities that may not allow the advisor to develop a solid skill set, expertise, or even current knowledge in career/college advising.  And with their time and resources stretched thin, you’ll likely have less direct support from your advisor and have to rely more on self-service tools and help from well-meaning but certainly less-qualified staff, ‘peer advisors’, or volunteers.

> Masters’ attention is focused solely on YOU and ensuring I stay up-to-date in the specific, ever-changing areas of career and college advising for your benefit.  My 10-year background of successfully helping degree and job seekers is coupled with ongoing professional development and networking at the state and national levels.  I also admit I geek out daily on the latest articles and trending news on career and college topics.  Rest assured that you get full access to an advisor who has the level of expertise and passion it takes to ensure your success.

Timely Support vs. Delayed Assistance

> School-based counselors and advisors may not be available when it’s ideal for you, especially when you have urgent needs.  You’ll likely find that your advisor is booked out for several days, weeks, or even months, and enforces a strict time limit on any available appointment slot in an effort to meet with as many students in their caseload as possible.  And any quick questions you have via email will most often be answered when they have time to respond during their traditional office hours, which might be the next business day at best.

> Masters delivers the support you need, when you need it.  Dedicated to a quality-over-quantity approach, I keep a flexible schedule that is open to same-day and next-day requests, as well as providing prompt attention to any urgent matters or emergency situations you may face.  I also believe in being accessible to you beyond traditional means.  So, you can expect ample time during your sessions, after-hours support, and quick responses via email and text message.

Ready to be a top priority, benefit from expert guidance, and receive timely support?  Begin by selecting a service or package.  Have questions?  Feel free to message me– I look forward to hearing from you and answering your questions quickly!

Over the years, I’ve honed my skills and experience in 3 particular areas/specialties.  I also have personal ties to these, so I’m quite passionate about helping others through them.

We’ll make an exceptional match if you’re specifically:

> Feeling stuck, or even hopelessly lost, while trying to choose a career path or college major and needing proper guidance to evaluate your options and select your best fit

> A college graduate or professional trying to land an entry-level or mid-career job in STEM, business, or higher education, and needing specific strategies to successfully attract job offers in these particular fields

> A fellow introvert struggling with interviewing and public speaking, and needing coaching that empowers you to become comfortable, confident, and clear in your message

If you match one or more of these, message me for a recommendation of which service/package would be the best fit for you.  It would be a privilege to help you overcome these same challenges I’ve faced and achieve what you may have thought was impossible.

Yes, and I aim to do one better by providing you a Master Plan.

Beneficially different from traditional free consultations which often withhold any true form of help without payment, your Master Plan provides free, fully personalized advice you can implement immediately in addition to your recommended next steps.

My goal is to help you, not sell to you.  So, rest assured that your Master Plan is not a sales pitch and does not require any commitment to working with me.

If you’d like to work together afterward, wonderful!  Your Master Plan serves as the perfect starting point and enables us to get to work quickly.

If you decide you’d rather navigate your next steps on your own, I respect that and hope your Master Plan serves as a great guide to help bring your goals to fruition.

Begin with your free Master Plan >>

To serve clients throughout the U.S. and provide a convenient option for local clients, all services and packages offer virtual options.

Begin by selecting a service or package, and make sure to book the option that meets your virtual needs or preferences.

Virtual advising will take place via email, phone, or live video (i.e. Zoom, Skype), and may involve a combination of these based on the service/package you choose.

Yes- As long as I have availability, I can help you today.

I naturally aim for fast turnarounds and sessions that take place ASAP, but when you’d like to request same-day or next-day advising, it’s as easy as selecting these options on your service’s/package’s Booking Request form.

A same-day guarantee request is an additional $39, and will guarantee turnaround (for email-only services) or session start time by 8pm EST/EDT today when your Booking Request form is submitted by 12pm (Noon) EST/EDT today with the option checked for ‘same-day guarantee request’.  I’ll confirm via email if I can fulfill your same-day guarantee request by 1pm EST/EDT today.  No charges will be processed until booking is finalized.

A next-day guarantee request is an additional $19, and will guarantee turnaround (for email-only services) or session start time by 8pm EST/EDT tomorrow when your Booking Request form is submitted by 5pm EST/EDT today with the option checked for ‘next-day guarantee request’.  I’ll confirm via email if I can fulfill your next-day guarantee request by 6pm EST/EDT today.  No charges will be processed until booking is finalized.

For Packages:  Initial same-day and next-day guarantee requests made in the Booking Request form apply only to your package’s first turnaround or session.

Note for Holidays:  Please note that same-day and next-day guarantees are not available for the following days: New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday and weekend (Sat. & Sun.), Memorial Day and weekend (Sat.-Mon.), Independence Day Observed and weekend (Sat. July 3rd-Mon. July 5th, 2021), Labor Day and weekend (Sat.-Mon.), Thanksgiving and weekend (Thurs.-Sun.), Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

Do you need help that’s guaranteed today or by tomorrow?  Begin by selecting a service or package, then be sure to check the same-day or next-day option on your service’s/package’s Booking Request form and submit the form by the time specified above.  Have questions?  Feel free to message me for a quick reply!

Yes!  Just tell me about your group and preferred career and/or college topic(s) via the Speaking & Workshop Request form.

I’ve delivered 1,100+ talks ranging from casual workshops for small groups to formal keynote presentations for large audiences, so I’m more than ready to create a custom session for the needs and size of your group.

Please note that I’m open to travel within the U.S., and virtual is always an available option.

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Free Sessions Include:

60 Minutes
of Advising

Your 60-minute virtual session is completely tailored to your needs. You can keep it open with Q&A, or get advice on something specific.

A Clear
Action Plan

Your personalized action plan will follow your session and include a summary of what was covered along with your recommended steps.

1 Month
of Support

You'll receive follow-up support via email for up to one month so you can get any lingering (or new!) questions answered as you move forward.

Free Sessions Include:

60 Minutes
of Advising

Your 60-minute virtual session is completely tailored to your needs. You can keep it open with Q&A, or get advice on something specific.

A Clear
Action Plan

Your personalized action plan will follow your session and include a summary of what was covered along with your recommended steps.

1 Month
of Support

You'll receive follow-up support via email for up to one month so you can get any lingering (or new!) questions answered as you move forward.

How to Get Your Master Plan

1. Submit Your Request

Complete and submit the form below.
The more details you provide, the
more thorough your plan will be.

2. Receive Your Plan via Email

Your personalized plan will arrive via
email within 24 hours of submission.
Message me with any questions.

3. Move Forward!

Benefit from the free advice, and work
with me, if desired. You'll only receive
further emails if you request it.

COVID-19 Relief Session Giveaway
Entry Form

Master Plan Request Form

Submit this form to receive your free Master Plan via email within 24 hours.

If you have any questions, you’re welcome to message me.

MASTERS’ SESSION GIVEAWAY TERMS & CONDITIONS


Eligibility


Masters Career & College Advising, LLC’s Session Giveaway (“Program”) is open to legal residents of the United States who, as of the date of his/her entry, are sixteen (16) years or older.


Employees of Masters Career & College Advising, LLC (“Sponsor”), and their parents, affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising, promotion, and fulfilment agencies (collectively, “Related Entities”) and members of their immediate family or household of each are not eligible. Void where prohibited by law. Also, the potential winner cannot have won in a previous two (2) month period. This monthly program is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.


Sponsor


Masters Career & College Advising, LLC, Saginaw, Michigan, (989) 372-0479, [email protected]


How to Enter


One entry per person. Entrants may enter the Giveaway by completing the registration form found at www.mastersadvising.com/session-giveaway (“Entry”) and providing all of the information required by the application, including, but not limited to personal information verification. The Sponsor’s computer system shall be the official time-keeping device for the program.


The application process will be open and accepting applicants beginning 12:00AM on the beginning of each month and end at 11:59 PM at the end of each month on an ongoing basis. For purposes of these Terms and Conditions, all times and days are Eastern Time.


Sponsor is not responsible for Entries that are lost, late, misdirected, or incomplete due to computer or electronic malfunction or other error. Use of automated devices in not valid for entry. Any Entry that is submitted with the use of an automated device will be void. By submitting an Entry, applicant agrees to abide by the terms and conditions and the Masters Career & College Advising, LLC Privacy Policy.


The dates and times set forth herein are subject to change in the sole discretion of the Sponsor. In the event of any change, notice of the revised date or time will be posted on the www.mastersadvising.com/session-giveaway page.


Prize


Sessions in the form of one (1) 60-minute virtual session, including one (1) month of follow-up support, will be conducted with selected recipients on an ongoing monthly basis. Sponsor can end the giveaway at any time and for any reason.


Random Drawing/Winner Selection Process


One (1) random winner will be selected on the last day of each month, among all Entries received during the calendar month.


Sponsor will notify award recipients by email, text message, or phone call. The odds of winning depend upon the number of Entries received.


At the sole discretion of the Sponsor, disqualification and the selection of an alternate Recipient may result from any of the following, without limitation: [a] a potential Recipient’s failure to respond to email notification within seventy-two (72) hours after its transmission; [b] the return of an email notification as undeliverable after two (2) attempts; [c] a potential Recipient’s failure to provide Sponsor with satisfactory proof of age, identity, residency, and any other information requested by Sponsor; [d] any other non-compliance with these Terms and Conditions. In the event of a disqualification or Program Award forfeiture, the Sponsor may, in its sole discretion, select or not select an alternate Recipient, and award or not award the forfeited Program Award.


Entries will not be approved if the applicant is disqualified as a result of violating the rules or not complying with these Terms and Conditions. The Sponsor’s decision is final in all matters relating to this Program.


Legal


By entering this Program, entrants and the Winner: (1) agree to be bound by these Official Rules; (2) agree to release Sponsor, and the Related Entities from any and all liability for any loss, harm, damages, costs or expenses, including without limitation property damages, personal injury and/or death arising out of participating in this Program, or the acceptance, possession, use or misuse of any prize and claims based on publicity rights, defamation or invasion of privacy; (3) communicate to Sponsor their decision to consent or not consent to the use of his/her name, voice, picture, and likeness for advertising and promotional purposes in any medium throughout the world in perpetuity without additional compensation unless prohibited by law, and (4) acknowledge that the stated parties have neither made nor are responsible or liable for any guarantee, express or implied, in fact or in law, relative to any prize, including but not limited to career-related decisions, job offers, college-related decisions, scholarship offers, and college/major/program acceptances. Sponsor may prohibit individuals from participating in Program and disqualify entries if they (1) attempt to enter the Program through any means other than as described in these Official Rules; (2) attempt to disrupt the Program or circumvent the terms and conditions of these Official Rules in any way; or (3) repeatedly show a disregard for the Program Official Rules or act (a) in an unsportsmanlike manner, or (b) with an intent to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other entrant or Sponsor. Sponsor’s decisions with respect to the Program are final. In the event the Sponsor, or Related Entities are prevented from continuing with this Program or the integrity and/or feasibility of the Program is undermined by any event including but not limited to fire, flood, epidemic, earthquake, explosion, labor dispute, or strike, act of God or public enemy, satellite or equipment failure, riot or civil disturbance, war (declared or undeclared), terrorist threat or activity, or any federal, state, provincial or local government law, order of regulation, order of any court or jurisdiction, or other cause not reasonably within the Sponsor’s or Related Entities’ control (each a “Force Majeure” event) the Sponsor, and Related Entities shall have the right, in their sole discretion, to abbreviate, modify, suspend, cancel or terminate the Program without notice or further obligation. If the Sponsor, or Related Entities, in their discretion, elect to abbreviate, cancel or terminate the Program as a result of a Force Majeure event, the Sponsor, and Related Entities reserve the right, but shall have no obligation, to award the prize from among all valid and Entries received up to the time of such Force Majeure event.


Use of Information/Privacy Policy


The information that you provide in connection with the Program may be used for Sponsor’s internal purposes and to send you information but will not be provided to third parties, except as necessary for the administration of the Program or as required by law, Program administrator or legal process.