Meet Lara DeThomas
I'm a Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW), Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC), and Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert (NCOPE) with over 20 years of experience helping professionals elevate their careers.
I'm also the founder of The Career Lab, where strategy, storytelling, and technology come together to help job seekers stand out in today's highly competitive market.
You Don't Just Need a Résumé — You Need a Strategy
Through a highly personalized, white-glove approach, I partner with clients to deliver real, measurable results. Unlike many services, I don't hand you a generic worksheet — I guide you through a fully collaborative, expert-led process.
Strategic Résumé Development
Positions you for your next level with compelling, targeted messaging.
LinkedIn Optimization
Increases visibility and drives inbound opportunities to your profile.
Targeted Career Strategy
Clarifies direction and accelerates momentum toward your goals.
The Career Lab Difference
Bespoke & Collaborative
Every engagement is fully customized. I take the time to uncover your unique story, translate your value into compelling positioning, and ensure you stand out with intention and precision.
Decades of Proven Results
I've spent decades refining what works — and I've cracked the formula for career success. If you're ready to approach your career with the same level of strategy and excellence you bring to your work, I'd be honored to partner with you.
Cheering You On — Lara DeThomas, Owner, The Career Lab
Résumé Packages
Choose the package that fits your career stage and goals. All packages include expert-crafted, strategically positioned documents.
Package I
Career Launch — $275
Package I
- Résumé
Package II
Career Edge — $325
Package II
- Résumé
- Cover Letter
Package III
Career Accelerator — $475
Package III
- Résumé
- Cover Letter
- LinkedIn Profile
Coaching Packages
Coaching Packages
Fully customizable 60-minute sessions designed around your unique career needs — from strategy and strengths analysis to interview coaching and salary negotiation.
Career Clarity
$175
1 × 60-Minute Session
- Career Strategy
- Strengths Analysis
- Target Role Clarity
- Job Search Strategy
Career Momentum
$350
2 × 60-Minute Sessions
- Career Positioning
- LinkedIn Optimization
- Networking Strategy
- Interview Coaching
Career Elevation
$525
3 × 60-Minute Sessions
- Personalized Action Plan
- Mock Interview & Feedback
- Networking Strategy
- Salary Negotiation
Coaching Package Comparison
All coaching sessions are fully customizable. Here's a quick look at what's covered at each level.
Optional Add-On Services
Enhance any package with targeted add-ons tailored to your needs.
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Cover Letter
$50
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Additional Résumé
$75
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LinkedIn Profile + Banner + AI Headshot
$150
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Executive Biography
$150
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Additional Coaching Session (1 hr)
$175
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Résumé Update
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Pitch Deck (30-60-90 Day Plans)
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The Path to Career Success
Every client journey at The Career Lab follows a proven, collaborative process — from uncovering your story to launching your next chapter with confidence and precision.
Career Strategy
Ready to Elevate Your Career?
I've spent decades refining what works — and I've cracked the formula for career success. Let's build your strategy together.
Every engagement is bespoke, collaborative, and designed to deliver real results. You bring the ambition — I'll bring the strategy.