Hello, friend. Scroll down to learn: (1) who I am, (2) what I do, and (3) where you can find me.

Who I am.
I am a certified talent development professional (APTD), LinkedIn expert, communication skills trainer, and founder of Communication@Work LLC (formerly Sophisticated Communication Consulting). I have a doctorate degree in communication, but you don't need to call me Dr. Craig Engstrom. I am not pretentious like that. Just call me Craig.

​​I teach business communication, public speaking, and speech writing. I publish research on topics related to career development, persuasion, and training and development. I'm a communication ninja.
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​I've been writing persuasive resumes and helping careerists/professionals develop communication skills for more than 15 years. My clients include high school students and CEOs of Fortune 100 companies. I cover every industry. How do I work with such a wide range of careerists and professional in so many industries? Call me to find out >> 618.203.1997 (or write a message).

Quick fact: Wyomingite.
​(Grew up in Wyoming.)

Current location: Chicago | Carbondale 
​Future location: TBD.

What I do.

  • Communication skills training (business writing, persuasion)
  • Persuasive resume writing & LinkedIn optimization
  • Full cycle job coaching: application package, interview preparation, salary & benefit negotiation, continuing education, departure
  • Instructional design and Edtech training
  • Talent development for small businesses and careerists (increase your employees or your own productivity)

Side hobbies: Baking and Bicycling (primarily to burn off what I bake).

Where you can find me.

Online
Live
  • Research presentations @ Central States Communication Association, Milwaukee, April 4 - 8
  • Training, Resume & LinkedIn Workshop @ Leadership Development Program (SIUC), April 19
  • Persuasion class @ Elmhurst College, May 20-June 4
  • Research presentations @ National Communication Association, Salt Lake City, Nov. 9-12