Nobody
prepared parents
for this part...
"My kid graduated,
and can't get hired."
If your college grad is home, feeling stuck, or
struggling to gain traction in today's job market...
I CAN HELP
I never thought I needed help with my job search until I saw how competitive the market is and how much a strong resume and LinkedIn presence matter. If I had known I’d get this outcome, I would have hired Debra so much sooner. The follow-up strategy alone was a game-changer. I had no idea how to follow up without sounding annoying, and her guidance made all the difference. I just landed a job and I’m so excited!
couldn't have done it without her!"
"I learned everything about the job hunt from Debra &
Alexis
CSU, San Marcos
With her guidance, my daughter was able to completely revamp her resume in a way that made her truly stand out. Learning how to find the right people to reach out to and how to follow up really made things start to happen. She just landed her dream job 3 months before graduating!
My husband and I are thrilled!"
"I cannot say enough about Debra's method...
Alisa
Parent
She made it so easy to work with her and did a fantastic job putting my full resume together. The changes she made to my resume are a night and day difference.
in the world!"
"Having Debra help me, made all the difference,
DAVID
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
She was so frustrated not getting any interviews. Working with Debra, gave her the confidence and tools she needed to succeed! She landed a job almost immediately.
It's so different now!"
"I had no idea how to help my daughter job hunt after college.
Marilou
Parent
SO GRATEFUL to find Debra and highly recommend to anyone ready to take the next step in their life! I was never taught how to create a relevant resume and found myself completely lost in the job hunt process! After working with her, I have a resume I am truly proud of and now I know how to update it as needed.
Debra has helped me in so many ways!"
"I have more confidence and success entering the workforce.
LILLIAN
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
Before she revamped my resume, I struggled to secure interviews and felt completely lost in the job search process. Debra's expertise helped me highlight my strengths and experiences effectively which ultimately led to landing an amazing internship and secured me a job after graduation!
I can't thank her enough for her guidance & expertise!"
"Debra was truly a game changer for me!
Ava
Baylor University
My son was struggling to highlight his skills and stand out. After working with Debra, he landed an internship within 3 weeks and now feels so much more confident.
The process was stress free."
"So happy we found Debra!
tracie
Parent
She takes the time to gather all the information in order to create a resume that is tailored specifically to your needs. Her collaborative approach ensures the final product not only represents you accurately but fits your goals perfectly. With her expertise, my resume has been transformed into a professional polished document that truly reflects my strengths. I highly recommend her service.
She's really invested in helping each student"
"Debra provided exceptional support from the very start.
liberty
chapman university
I had a wonderful experience with Debra and highly recommend her to any student or young adult looking to get noticed by employers. As a student at the University of Tennessee, I was struggling perfecting my resume and cover letter but Debra made such an impact. She took the time to understand my experience and helped me highlight my strengths in the best way possible. I feel so much more confident in my job search now.
& finally landed interviews!"
"Thanks to her expert guidance, I received multiple job responses,
lance
university of tennessee
As a hiring expert and mom of college grads, I'll help your grad get hired and work with them until they do!
You spent years helping your graduate get into college.
You believed that if they worked hard, earned the degree, and graduated, a career would naturally follow.
Instead, they're back home, sending out applications, hearing very little, and wondering what they're doing wrong.
And you're left asking yourself:
**Why isn't my kid getting hired?**
If that sounds familiar, you're not alone.
After more than 25 years of hiring employees and building teams, one thing has become very clear to me:
**The hiring market changed. The advice didn't.**
That's why I created Grads Hired.
I help motivated graduates:
• Gain clarity on the right career direction
• Build a professional presence that gets noticed
• Network strategically to uncover opportunities
• Interview with confidence
• Follow a job search strategy that actually works
Most importantly, I work with your graduate until they land their first professional role.
Your graduate doesn't need to work harder. They need a strategy that works in today's hiring market.
Nobody talks about what happens after graduation
Debra Shaw
“Just wanted to say thank you & share some good news - I recently accepted a new role! Your resume feedback, template, tips & tactical advice were incredibly helpful. Once I put them into action it made all the difference!”
-Winnie, UCLA MBA Grad
Frequently Asked Questions
WHO IS GRADS HIRED FOR?
I work with recent college graduates and graduating seniors pursuing non-technical career paths. Most of my students come from majors like business, communications, marketing, public relations, psychology, liberal arts, and other fields where the degree doesn't lead directly to a specific job title.
If your graduate is motivated, coachable, and committed to finding their first professional role, they're likely a great fit.
MY GRAD HAS LITTLE OR NO EXPERIENCE. CAN YOU STILL HELP?
Absolutely. Many graduates underestimate the value of their internships, campus involvement, part-time jobs, and transferable skills. When additional experience is needed, we can strategically build projects or portfolio pieces that help demonstrate their capabilities to employers.
WHAT IF MY GRAD DOESN'T KNOW WHAT THEY WANT TO DO?
That's one of the most common reasons families reach out to me. We start by identifying realistic entry-level roles that align with your graduate's strengths, interests, and goals so they can stop applying to everything and start pursuing opportunities strategically.
WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM DIFFERENT?
Most graduates are taught to upload their resume, apply online, and hope for the best. I take a much more personalized approach focused on helping your graduate stand out, build meaningful connections, and develop a strategy that gets them noticed by employers.
HOW DOES YOUR GUARANTEE WORK?
I will work with your graduate until they land their first professional role. There is no expiration date or additional coaching fee.
My guarantee is based on mutual commitment. Your graduate must actively participate in the program, complete assigned activities, and remain engaged in their job search. If they're willing to do the work, I'm committed to helping them get hired.
HOW QUICKLY CAN WE GET STARTED?
Most families can get started within 48 hours depending on availability. If you're working around graduation, relocation, or an internship ending, I can often accommodate those timelines.
IS THIS ONLY FOR NEW GRADS OR CAN COLLEGE SENIORS BENEFIT TOO?
Both. In fact, starting before graduation often gives students a significant advantage. The earlier we begin building their strategy, network, and interview experience, the more momentum they'll have entering the job market.
