“Kris is a world-class coach, mentor and partner for your career search. Throughout a three-month process, Kris was my teammate, talking me through every step of the process. She is excellent at probing to find personal priorities and interview prep to perform your best. Kris not only helps you put your best foot forward; she helps you find an extra step beyond what you thought was possible. I highly recommend Kris and her partners if you are looking to cut through the noise and go from headaches to offers in hand.”
— Associate Brand Manager at The Bountiful Company
“Right off the bat, my Ignite Your Career advisor was immensely helpful. Kris took the time to listen to my career goals and interests and suggest changes to my resume to help make it stand out. Her mentorship on strategy and how to navigate the pitfalls of the career search have been invaluable. I would highly recommend Ignite Your Career advisory services to anyone looking to put their career search into hyperdrive.”
— 2nd Year MBA Candidate at Kelley School of Business
“Working with Ignite Your Career completely changed my interviewing strategy and effectiveness. In just two weeks, I was able to secure two offers. The one-on-one sessions, combined with reading Kris’s amazing book, helped me leverage my experience more effectively in the interview process. Kris is extremely special in the way that she is able to clearly communicate in her coaching.”
— Associate Product Manager at Zebra Pen Corporation
Tyler Johnston Testimonial
Ignite Your Career will help you…Right. Now. Careers are a journey, and there is great value in understanding your starting point—your interests, not merely what others say you should do…and importantly, your inherent skills. Kris has years of experience guiding exceptional people toward the right ‘fit.’ Ignite Your Career is packed with clear and concise guidance and sage advice that you will not find elsewhere. Lots of wisdom in these pages!
Danny Cahill Testimonial
The world is absurd; we are forced to make profound decisions that will impact our life’s direction and standard of living for decades to come long before we are emotionally equipped to do so. I never know what to say to students, but thank God Kris Holmes does. Her book is wise, engaging, and more importantly, set up to guide you step by step as you navigate that first job, that first decade of work experience, and to do so by staying true to yourself.
Rich Feller Testimonial
Having reviewed a hundred-plus career self-help books, I say don’t put this one down! Kris Holmes’ recruiting experience cuts through the job hunt noise into the hidden gems of accessing company culture and finding ‘best fit.’ Like none other, she’ll convince you to cancel that ‘you should be’ advice. She leads you to amplify natural aptitudes as your competitive advantage to find your flow, voice, and most lasting rewards. Turn pages to experience a personal career coach, a mentor, and a recruiter’s eyes.
David Minifie Testimonial
Thank you, Kris, for taking your decades of experience and distilling insights into a readable and useful ‘how to manual’ to get the most out of ourselves by finding the right, meaningful career. Whether early in your professional life, or at a critical mid-life gut-check, this book will help remind you how and why you can make a difference.
Brad Johnson Testimonial
Ignite Your Career is the career playbook I wish I had when I graduated. It will help any graduate structure the ambiguous and important choices they face about what to do next. I was lucky enough to be coached by Kris early in my career—her book is the next best thing.
Armando Garzo Testimonial
Ignite Your Career is an easy and informative read for anyone getting ready to start their career. I wish I could take this book and jump into a time machine and arrive 20 years ago. Kris Holmes has worked magic by demystifying career planning and sharing steps to help land your dream job.
Andy Abbot Testimonial
We spend so much time in schools asking students to focus on the journey rather than the destination. It is wonderful to find a resource for young people that lets them think about the destination and gives them all of the practical necessities to get to that destination without undermining all that is so valuable in a meaningful and well-examined life.
Doug Pearson Testimonial
Ignite Your Career is an insightful guide that simplifies and demystifies career planning and gives a road map for how to go after your dream job. Read this book! It will help you make smart decisions, focus you on pursuing your long-term goals, and give you the tools to attain them.
Suzanne McIver Testimonial
Kris brings such a simple, yet comprehensive step-by-step approach to what many of us find so overwhelming and daunting—‘what should I do with my life?’ Share this book with anyone that doesn’t know where to begin in forging their professional path or those that are considering a change from their current one.
Dominic Iacono Testimonial
Wow! I wish I had this book in college, or even high school. Ignite Your Career would have helped me make much better, more informed, and more rewarding career and life choices without having to learn these the hard way.
Rob Bowerman Testimonial
Ignite Your Career is a book that I wish had been in the library of my college-age self. Kris Holmes provides keen insight for anyone entering the workforce or evaluating their career journey; this is a must-read.
Anne Petersen Testimonial
I have had the opportunity to work with Kris in my role as a Career Coach for graduate students and alums at Washington University’s Olin School of Business. I have invited Kris to present to our MBA students on many occasions, given she is an excellent speaker and credible resource. She effortlessly commands the room and handles the discussion and questions from the students with enthusiasm and empathy. Kris has spoken on a number of career topics that were well received including interviewing, managing career fairs, understanding the employment market and making the most of their internship. A consummate professional and impactful speaker who is always willing to pass on her extensive knowledge, Kris’ contributions have been highly valued by me and her job seeking audiences.
Lisa Holekamp Yost Testimonial
Kris came to our school and gave a presentation on Networking to our sophomore class for a career awareness day. Her presentation was informative and enlightening for our students. Kris is an engaging and interactive presenter, and the students reacted positively to both her style and her content.
Allan Fisher Testimonial
As I listened to Kris’ approach, I was blown away. Kris shines as both a speaker and an industry expert. She was able to present high-level content in a captivating and thought-provoking way. Her methods of candidate preparation were unique yet genuine. The goal of any conference or presentation is to come away with a few actionable items that can be immediately implemented. I was able to quickly put some of Kris’ tips to use in the days that followed her presentation. Candidates immediately complimented the thoroughness of my prep calls. They said that the input I provided to them made the difference in them advancing to the next level of the interview process.
Rick W. Wright M.D. Testimonial
Kris Holmes helped me greatly in two situations. We had an outstanding senior resident that was applying for additional training and would be interviewing multiple times at 10-12 programs. She had previously been limited in opportunities by poor interview skills that did not appropriately demonstrate her talents. Kris coached her over several sessions and the candidate obtained her first-choice position and credited Kris for her success. After that I engaged Kris in interview training for our Washington University 4th year medical students to aid them in obtaining their post graduate training. They all found her tips and tricks extremely valuable in the process which typically entails 5-10 interviews at 15-20 programs. Kris made a significant impact upon their careers.
Rick Searer Testimonial
Ignite Your Career represents a must-read career development book that is useful for college students determining their career direction, and young professionals facing career decisions. Kris Holmes provides an incredibly practical and well-defined approach to career path optimization delivered in an engaging style.
Kristen McCormack Testimonial
As a training, recruiting, and career services professional, I believe Ignite Your Career is an easily digestible read that encourages reflection and how-to skills to navigate your work life journey.