Nickquolette Barrett

Nickquolette Barrett

CPRW, CEIP, CCTC, NCOPE

TX, US

Known as the "Get Hired" Strategist, is a renowned expert, powerhouse speaker, and influencer in the career practitioner industry. As the founder and CEO of iRock Development Solutions d.b.a. iRock Résumés, and President and Business Coach of the Society of Elite Résumé Writers and Coaches, she has transformed countless audiences with her expertise with a side of humor.

Nickquolette Barrett, affectionately known as the "Get Hired" Strategist, is a renowned expert, powerhouse speaker, and influencer in the career practitioner industry. As the founder and CEO of iRock Development Solutions d.b.a. iRock Résumés, and the esteemed President and Business Coach of the Society of Elite Résumé Writers and Coaches, she has transformed countless careers, businesses, and audiences with her expertise and strategic approach all with a side of humor to make a point.


Nickquolette holds the Master of Science in Leadership and Organizational Development (MS-LOD) from the University of Texas at Dallas, a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with a double minor in Economics and Business Administration, and 6 prestigious career practitioner certifications: 6C-TDS, PCC, CPRW, CCTC, CIC, NCOPE, and PCC with the International Coaching Federation in addition to 3 Property &Casualty Insurance Industry designations - CPCU, CLU, and AIC. Her accolades include 4 career industry awards, showcasing her excellence and dedication to the career practitioner industry. And, she was recently named one of 50 Global Santander W50 Leaders 2025.


As a two-time author, she has penned invaluable resources: "You’re Hired!” Volume 1 & Volume 2. With a rich corporate leadership background that spans over two decades, Nickquolette's credibility is rooted in her extensive experience at a multi-billion-dollar Fortune 39 #1 P&C Insurer. She specializes in executive résumé and LinkedIn profile writing, interview preparation, job search strategy, salary negotiation, career development, and outplacement services.


Nickquolette presents keynotes, breakout sessions, workshops, and seminars at business events and to groups of all kinds. Her style of speaking with thought provoking content has garnered her rave reviews over the years. She relates her sound advice from her leadership experiences in stories with humor and sensitivity as she weaves her contagious enthusiasm and energy into every presentation.


Nickquolette speaks on various topics related to career development, career advancement, and career management. She has numerous testimonials to her credit including this one - "Nickquolette definitely exceeded our expectations! She was interactive, engaging and exceptionally knowledgeable. If you are looking for a Subject-Matter Expert who will provide knowledge, inspire and motivate your group, Nickquolette Barrett is the one."


Check out her speaking testimonials on LinkedIn - @nickquolettebarrett and full speaking page at iamnickquolettebarrett.com.


Connect with her on social media - bio.link/irockresumes


All rates listed are approximate and do not include travel, housing, and any incidentals. A solid rate will be discussed after our initial consultation.


Please call for more info on topics listed and to discuss contract details.

Nickquolette Barrett, affectionately known as the "Get Hired" Strategist, is a renowned expert, powerhouse speaker, and influencer in the career practitioner industry. As the founder and CEO of iRock Development Solutions d.b.a. iRock Résumés, and the esteemed President and Business Coach of the Society of Elite Résumé Writers and Coaches, she has transformed countless careers, businesses, and audiences with her expertise and strategic approach all with a side of humor to make a point.


Nickquolette holds the Master of Science in Leadership and Organizational Development (MS-LOD) from the University of Texas at Dallas, a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with a double minor in Economics and Business Administration, and 6 prestigious career practitioner certifications: 6C-TDS, PCC, CPRW, CCTC, CIC, NCOPE, and PCC with the International Coaching Federation in addition to 3 Property &Casualty Insurance Industry designations - CPCU, CLU, and AIC. Her accolades include 4 career industry awards, showcasing her excellence and dedication to the career practitioner industry. And, she was recently named one of 50 Global Santander W50 Leaders 2025.


As a two-time author, she has penned invaluable resources: "You’re Hired!” Volume 1 & Volume 2. With a rich corporate leadership background that spans over two decades, Nickquolette's credibility is rooted in her extensive experience at a multi-billion-dollar Fortune 39 #1 P&C Insurer. She specializes in executive résumé and LinkedIn profile writing, interview preparation, job search strategy, salary negotiation, career development, and outplacement services.


Nickquolette presents keynotes, breakout sessions, workshops, and seminars at business events and to groups of all kinds. Her style of speaking with thought provoking content has garnered her rave reviews over the years. She relates her sound advice from her leadership experiences in stories with humor and sensitivity as she weaves her contagious enthusiasm and energy into every presentation.


Nickquolette speaks on various topics related to career development, career advancement, and career management. She has numerous testimonials to her credit including this one - "Nickquolette definitely exceeded our expectations! She was interactive, engaging and exceptionally knowledgeable. If you are looking for a Subject-Matter Expert who will provide knowledge, inspire and motivate your group, Nickquolette Barrett is the one."


Check out her speaking testimonials on LinkedIn - @nickquolettebarrett and full speaking page at iamnickquolettebarrett.com.


Connect with her on social media - bio.link/irockresumes


All rates listed are approximate and do not include travel, housing, and any incidentals. A solid rate will be discussed after our initial consultation.


Please call for more info on topics listed and to discuss contract details.

LinkedIn Profiles Charged Up!

Maximization means Optimization!

LinkedIn is no longer just a job board site. It's is so much more and if your group is not in the know, then this talk is for you.

This talk will focus on:

  • LinkedIn Profile, an overview on why you must have one
  • The Six Key Areas to focus on to set your profile up for success
  • How to make your profile not only marketable but capable of generating engagement
  • How to build...
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You Are Now in Management, now what?

Leadership Success Tips For The New Manager

The transition from direct report to your first leadership role as a manager is both exciting and scary. Exciting because your career is starting to move forward but also scary because now you are responsible not only for yourself but others as well.



Educational / InformativeTechnical / SpecificInspirational / Life-changingHumorous / Funny

Networking For Success - iRock Style

3 P's to rock out your next networking event

Networking is essential for career professionals. It's not enough to just show up at events/meetings and hope you meet someone to help you propel to the next level. You must have a plan, be prepared, and have a way to present yourself that rocks!

Participants will learn and have a chance to practice key strategies of networking with a purpose and come away with next steps to make the most...

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Got Game? Career Game That is

You need a career playbook for success 

In today's tough job market, and with the tough competition of talented individuals, you have to create a strategy to make sure you stand out in the crowd when applying for those high-end opportunities.

While talent, skills, competencies, abilities, and even education are a given, being able to do something out-of-the-ordinary to get you noticed is playing it smart. Just like all professional sports have...

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10 Golden Nuggets To Become An Influential Leader

The Tool of "Influence" For Leadership Success 

Being able to affect decisions, guide conversations, shape policies and procedures are only some of the ways influence can be powerful.

If you are in a leadership role and end up being more of a follower of others ideas instead of having others follow yours, then this session is for you.

Educational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Eliminate the "But's"

Removing Obstacles To Your Success

Moving forward in your career is challenging if you continue to find reasons on why not to do something. I know as I've been there-yes, even me. It wasn't until a good sister-friend of mine shook me off my excuses and challenged me with the concept of "Eliminate the But".

Now I have actionable steps that I apply to everything I do, and I would love to share them with you and your group as...

Educational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changingHumorous / Funny

Equipped to Lead

Execute, Excel, and Elevate!

The art of execution is a must-have skill for all leaders. Being able to communicate a plan or goal to your team is all well and good, but that plan or goal cannot be realized if the art of execution is absent.

Educational / InformativeTechnical / SpecificInspirational / Life-changingHumorous / Funny

Skilled For Success

Succession planning is crucial in today's corporations, for baby boomers are retiring every day, leaving gaping holes in the leadership ranks.

Who will take their place? The younger generation will, so we need to develop them, and we need to do it now!

If you are looking to help the younger generation understand the future of the company is in their hands, then this session is for you. 

Audience ActivityEducational / InformativeTechnical / Specific