I received my copy of the current subscription of Trains Magazine
and read the article by Andy Cummings. As I was reading the
article, I saw where you had contributed comments about getting
into the railroad business. I wasn’t sure if indeed it was
“the” Sean Martin until I saw the reference to your website.

I am glad that the folks at Trains Magazine looked to you for real inside
information. I really enjoyed reading the article.

Thanks again.

Max Adcock

I did everything wrong and I was not getting any hiring session
invites. I signed up for you email program and I bought your program
shortly after that. I learned so much and I immediately changed
everything on my resume and application. After fixing all of the
little problems, I applied again to BNSF and UP at two different
locations. I got invites to two hiring sessions a week a part. I went
to BNSF first and I really liked the vibe. Next, I went to the UP
session and I had a lot of unanswered questions. I got conditional
offers from both companies. I accepted the Bnsf position. I made it
through the whole background and physical checks, and I just got the
tentative start date for my training class. I credit your e-book and
advice from friends for my successful experience.
Thanks!

Allan A.

Sean,

Thank you. I got the job I was looking for largely due to the
preparation I was able to make because of reading your e-book.

Thanks again!

Hal Church

Hi Sean,

I bought your railroad guide in August 2007, interviewed for a class
One railroad in November 2007 and started training January 2008
after passing all the logistics. I am in the last weeks of conductor
training for a class one railroad. The information that helped me the
most was the interview section (i.e. what not to say). If the wrong
words or phrases are said it’s over from there out. This guide is an
invaluable research tool. It helped me become a Railroader..

Thankyou!

Brandon

Sean,

I bought you’re e-book, it did nothing but help! Not only did it help
but it landed me a job with a class 1 railroad. I am so happy I got your e-book. Thank You!!!

Patrick Neuner

Sean,

I got the call and was instructed to take my medical and physical. All
passed and I was given a class date! Wow! I will say your e-book
prepared me for what to expect and provided lots of information regarding
the rails.

Thanks for the book and God bless!
Darrell Latson

Sean,

I just want to thank-you! I ordered your
on-line book and it made all the difference in the world! After
reading it I knew exactly what to expect! I assure you that your
guidelines made all the difference between me “getting” or “not
getting” the job! Had I not read your book I would have approached
the interview much differently and I am sure I would not have
obtained the position I was offered! I am a very confident person
and scrutinized you book for the longest time before purchasing it.
I really didn’t think I needed it. I was wrong!
I have a pretty good sense of humor but I could tell right away that the woman
interviewer was a professional “no nonsense” individual!
I just remembered all your guidelines in your book and the answers
to her questions were answered without hesitation!
4 hours later she called me offering me the position!! At that point I could hardly
contain my excitement and let out a “woohoo”, she laughed for a
moment and wished me a lot of success with “Union Pacific”! I could
hardly believe it considering the competition! For all of you out
there considering a position with the railroad, I don’t care how
ready you think you are, Sean’s book is a must!!!! I am living
proof!!!

Thank-you Sean!!! I owe my upcoming successful career
with “Union Pacific” to you! Sincerely

Jim Robinson

Sean

I decided to email you, to let you know that I followed your e-book
to a T. I had less than four hours to respond to a job-post that I
just happened to stumble across with CSX. I didn’t think anything
would come of it, being so late and the relentless effort to
scramble my work history and a resume at the last minute, I managed
to land a interview about a week later. Two days later, I received a
phone call from CSX offering me job employment for the position that
I originally applied for. I don’t know what happened or how it come
to be, but, I said yes. I will start training in Feb-Mar 2008.
I managed to use more than half of the words on your resume list
that applied. I had never done a resume before and was complimented
when the call came for employment. Your e-book was well worth
it-thank you.

Jason L Miller

Sean,

I ordered your book about 6 months ago and read it through quite a
number of times. It was full of good information and I found all of
it helpful in my search for a railroad job. I was about to get out
of the USMC and I wanted to move over into working on the railroad
so I used your helpful hints and interviewed with UP and Norfolk
Southern. I was offered both jobs!!! I now have been working for
Norfolk Southern since Nov. 8th and I love the job so far. My
training period is over at the end of March and I should be marked
up as a Conductor. Thanks for the help!

Onsby Rose

Sean,

I finished the testing and interviews last week with BNSF. I just received
an offer for a Conductor Position with the BNSF in Texas. Your e-book was a
great help and you were right on the money. Over 170 people interviewed and
only 30 positions will be filled. I was glad to receive an offer on the first
round. I had no prior experience and never attended a trade school. I was
one of the few that dressed properly and prepared for the interview as you
suggested in your e-book. Thanks again for your advice.

Gary Ft. Worth, Texas

Sean,

Within 2 weeks of reading your report I was in enrolled in the (trade school name left out)
and 2 steps ahead of everyone trying to get hired with the railroad. My first interview,
I got hired with Kansas City Southern while I was still attending the trade school!!!
Thanks for the vital information that really helped me prepare. Now I’m on my way
to starting a great career.

Ian Davis

Hi Sean,

It’s Jerry again. I want to thank you again for being willing to
share your knowledge with myself and the others who have used the information
you’ve offered. No other investment in my future has been more
helpful. My wife and I decided in September to relocate farther south,
which meant a new job. Since I was effectively starting over anyway, I
decided on a career change and wanted to pursue a job as a conductor.
Well today, 6 months later, I have received a conditional offer of employment
from CSX. There is no way I could have made it on the first try without your
advice! At the interview session as I watched others making the mistakes you
warned me about I tried to pick out who I thought was going home early. I was
right! Now, instead of wondering how to improve my chances on my next try,
I am looking forward to a lifetime of opportunity. I couldn’t be happier.
Thank you very much.

Jerry in Tennessee

Hi Sean,

My name is Scott Chitwood and I live in Pittsburg, Kansas.
About a year and a half ago I made the decision to pursue a career
in the Railroad Industry. I purchased your book on-line for added
information on how to help myself better to get employed. I
also made contact with Trainmasters from different Railroads. The
answer was always the same, they didn’t do the hiring anymore. Long
story short, I attended one of the trade schools listed in your e-book
in February of 2007 and completed in March 2007. I have just been
hired by Kansas City Southern here in Pittsburg. It did happen for
me so I thought I would let you know. Your e-book was very informative
and helpful in my pursuit. Sincerely

Scott Chitwood

Hello Sean Martin!!!!

Just letting you know thanks for your help.. My
son Ronnie last Wednesday got a call from Norfolk Southern and
offered him a job with the railroad as a conductor. He will take a
physical next Tuesday and attend conductor training school at the
start of January in Georgia. He was interviewed with 15 other people
for 5 job openings and he got one! Once again thanks for your help.
He will be working out of the Shire Oaks depot here in southwestern
Pennsylvania…

Keep in touch if you can Ron.

Hi Sean,

I just wanted to shoot you an e mail and say thanks
for the e-book. I went on my interview about 2 weeks ago and they called
me back a week later and offered me the job. My first interview with the
railroad now I am starting a new career on April 14th as a conductor for
Metra Railroad. Your book had some really good information in it and I
found it helpful. Thanks Again,

Joe Canino

Back in the beginning of 2006 I knew it was change for a career.
I applied for a conductor position early in 2006, and was promptly turn
down.

In March of 2006 I was surfing the web for information on how to start on my
railroad career. I ran into your website, and bought your e-book.
I rewrote my resume as you suggested. Every item I consider relevant became
irrelevant, and everything that was irrelevant became relevant pertaining to
getting my resume noticed.

I would have never thought of rewriting my resume if
it was not in the report. After submitting my resume again I immediately got an interview with a class
1 railroad. Not only were you correct on your observations, but correct on the interviewing
process.

Only 3 days after the interview I got a conditional offer of employment.

The first thing I tell people if they are considering a career in
railroading is to buy your report. The best amount any one can spend if they are considering
a career in railroading.

I owe you a great deal of gratitude, not every one can be awarded the luxury
of changing careers in midlife and be happy.

Many Thanks!,

Larry

Hi Sean,

I just wanted to write back and let you know that I have landed a
job!!! You’re e-book helped me tremendously. I took your advice and
it made a world of difference.

Another key was persistence, I never gave up. Now Kansas City
Southern has hired me as a Management Development Trainee and I am
currently attending NARS. Thank you so much.

Many thanks!

J. Smith

Hey Sean,

How are you? I hope excellent.I did get a job with Norfolk
Southern. I started on October 30th working out of Buckeye Yard in
Columbus Ohio. It has been a blast so far. I like the crazy hours.

It is the first job I actually look forward to driving to, and smile the
whole way. It is like a dream come true. The job of a lifetime for me. I
will certainly pass your website on to others who are
looking for a career with the railroad.

To me it is the top job on the planet. Everyday I am excited as to
what the next will bring. My future is a whole lot brighter now. I now
have a sense of direction, and most importantly no more living from
paycheck to paycheck.

Thanks

Mark Payne

Sean,

After getting your online e-book I went to the hiring session and
made it to the interview process. The very next day I received a phone
call extending the job offer. I am going Thursday for the background check
and the physical. I will let you know more as soon as I know more.
Your e-book is the best investment anyone can take advantage of.

Thanks again,

Tim

Update:

Sean, please use my message on your website so others can take
advantage of the wonderful material that you have provided, without it I would
have never stood a chance. I can not thank you enough..

Again Thanks!

Tim

Sean,

I recently was hired by Norfolk Southern. I am in my fourth phase
of conductor training and enjoying every minute. I appreciate all the
info you have made available online and by email.

I was one of the fortunate few who went to only one recruiting
session and made it to the interviews and got hired. Seventy showed
up for one job opening and I got it.

I met several people who had been to two or more
sessions and were still trying. I met one guy who was at his tenth
session. I almost walked out. However, I stayed the whole eight or
nine hours and it paid off.

Thanks!

J Cross

Sean,

I have been offered a job with UP out of the Roseville hub here in
Northern California. I am to start training 1-8-07.

Your book was very helpful throughout the hiring process.

Thanks,

Kevin Reed McDonald

Sean

Hi, Just dropping you a line to let you know that I have rec’d
employment with the Long Island Rail Road of NY. I am currently in the
Track Dept but looking to advance myself with in the organization.

Thank you for your knowledge that helped me get my foot in the door.

Tom Tomaszewski

Sean,

Thanks for the latest info! Since I last corresponded with you, I
wound up receiving a solid job offer from Amtrak as on-board services
personnel. I am a crew member for the Silver Service trains that
travel from Miami to NYC.
This came very timely, as I was about to
sink a lot of money (to the tune of about seven grand!) into XXXXXX
freight conductor training program.
Amtrak said that if I wanted
to “go T & E”, I could do so after serving one year in my current
position; I already have 7 months in. I hope to eventually get into
some management position where I can use my education.

Please keep in touch; best wishes for the Holidays!

Ralph E. Rapa

Sean,

I indeed hired out on the MET RR after a 6 month
pursuit. I thank you for your daily pep talk it
kept me focused and motivated during the dissapointing
times.

You may let your readers know I had to
interview twice and I had to call everyday for a
month and a half to get on and I was even a friend of a
freind of the recruiter!
It takes patience and
determination, the amount of work they put into
you should reflect the amount of work you are going to
give back to them, make it seem that way.

Thanks again bud!

C.S. in California

Great News! Out of 160 applicants (maybe more), I got
picked up for one of the 12 slots in Train Service.
I start school on March 20, 2006; only two days
after I start terminal leave. The book prepared me more than I can say. I can’t thank you
enough. One of the best investments I have made.

Semper Fi

Billy S.

Hey Sean,

Your book helped me to understand the hiring process. I got
hired for an Assistant Signalmans postion out of the Seattle area
with BNSF. I would like to thank you for putting this book together.
Again thank you, your book was right on..

Respectfully,

Richard Beers

Sean,

I recently read your ebook on my flight out to North Platte, NE the day
before the hiring session. I recently left behind my career in the
military, and was looking for a new challenge. Your book helped me
emphasize the skills I already possessed, and made me more confident about
the interview. I got hired by Union Pacific directly at the interview, and
I start training in July. Thanks for the insight, I’ll see you on the road.

Take Care,

Adam Bouse

Hey Sean,

Just wanted to update you, I received my email from BNSF this
afternoon and I got the job as a conductor trainee and will start July
24, 2006. Thank you so much for your words of wisdom and the book.

David Kuchar

Wellington, Kansas

Sean,

Upon reading your book I was impressed and took it all to heart. I
kept your advice in mind as the interview process evolved and immediately
I saw numerous people making just the mistakes you warned against! I
however, was not one of those making these mistakes because I came armed with the
information in your guide. Using the information you provided I was able to net a
Conditional Offer on my very first attempt! Anyone looking for a job with the
railroad should use every available resource to help them net the job.
I feel your guide was just a medium (Very medium) investment in my future.
If you are not willing to take certain risks to obtain what you want,
chances are you will never reach the goal. Again, thank you so much for this information.

Sincerely,

Kenneth P. Hargis

Hi Sean,

Just thought I would drop a note to you and let you know that they
hired my husband on the spot after his interview today. Thanks alot
for your book. It really helped us out alot. I hope this will the
beginning of a great career for him.

Thanks again,

Deb Wiley

Sean!

You will probably believe this more than I currently am! I got a
railroad job! I followed your guide exactly! Boston a month ago and I got the offer this past
wednesday! Your guide was well worth it. I am working for MBCR starting as an
asst conductor. Benefit package incredible. I started training with CPR on
Friday and more training next week.

Thank you.

Tom from RI.

I was looking into a railroad position after my
former employer of 17 years downsized by 25%. I
ordered your book, read it and put the info to work.
I filled out my resume and submitted it to a class 1
railroad. I got an email inviting me
to a hiring session. At the session, they said they had
received 290 applications and invited sixty people
to the hiring session. I breezed through the testing
and by noon was one of 8 to receive an interview. In
the interview, we found out they had three openings. I
had all my answers ready to go and it felt like I was
the one in control of the interview. The next day I
got a conditional offer on my very first attempt!
One week later they called and said I had passed
the background and physicals so off to school I go in
two weeks. Your book made the difference!

Thank you very much,

Chuck R.

Sean,

Thanks for the help I recieved from your book.
I thought I was doing everything right on my own until
I read How To Get A Railroad Job. Just a few little
things made the difference. Now I am in training
with CSX in Atlanta GA at the REDI center starting my
railroad career. Thanks again from my family and myself.

Steve

Hi Sean,

Oh I have invested in your book and I got the job. I just got back
from CSX’s traininng center today monday I start at my home terminal..

Thanks!

Scott C.

Sean,

I just wanted to Thank You for your help. I had a hiring interview
with UP for the Train Crew position. There were 23 people there and we
all took the reading comprehension test three weeks prior so there would be no
eliminations that day. Well they told us they were only hiring four people
that day. Well after the scary speech, we all took a break and I was hoping some people
would leave. Well, after the break all 23 of us were still there. So it was
every man and woman for themselves.
They told us they would interview that day and if they wanted to extend a
job offer to any one of us it would be the following morning. Well I interviewed
and felt I made an impression. I drove home and when I was home my cell
phone rang. I didn’t recognize the number but answered it. It was the gentleman
that just interviewed me. He explained to me that he told everyone he wasn’t
going to make any decisions until tomorrow but he decided to extend an offer
of employment to me today instead of tommorow. Well of course I accepted.
I am scheduled to start class on 6/4/07.
Thanks again,

K.L.

Sean,

I finally made it!

Take care,

Mac English

Sean,

I want to thank you for all of the advice, I truly believe your book
did help. I start with BNSF on the 2nd of April 2007. Your book has a lot of
pertinent advice and insight on obtaining a position
with any railroad. I think it initially helped me overcome my
anxiety about the process. This was my first try and I made it with your help.
After the scare tactics and the many drug screens and physical
testing that you have to put up with it is a tremendous opportunity.
Thanks again,

Ernest Ritchie, Gillette, Wyoming

Sean

I followed everything in your book and went to the hiring session and ran a
few errands and they called me and made a conditional job offer!~

Rich B.

Sean,

I just wanted to let you know that I bought your
program and believe it really helped me get hired.
I interviewed for a track worker position…13 guys
showed up and they were hiring 3. Five of them failed
the math/english tests so 8 of us got interviews.
Well I was one of the 3 that got offers. Thanks!
I was still a bit surprised I made it as I have no
mechanical or construction experience really. I’ve
never operated heavy equipment either. Thanks again.

Brandon (Va)

Sean,

I started with BNSF the end of August and passed my Conductors
test 15 weeks later. There are still three weeks to go but I
really enjoy the job! Thanks,

Jeff

I got hired by the UP at age 60!
The thing I think really got me the job
was that I was able to get one of my interviewers on the phone the morning
after I was passed over. She was still at the hotel where we had the
interviews and by chance the hotel desk rang her room when I inquired. I
asked why I had been passed over. She answered that I
might get a call in the future and not to give up hope. I guess my
persistence paid off because I got hired a month later by phone.
Thanks,

Ken T

Sean,

Its been a year now since I was hired on a class 1 RR, and I love it
man. I wish I knew about this line of work 10 years ago. Just thought I would say
thanks again , your book really helped me out. Like I said I was SWIFTLY
TURNED DOWN the 1st time , then I read your book and BOOM month
later I was hired and off to conductor school I went.
thanks alot

Tom

Conductor

Sean,

I just got hired by CSX Class 1 railroad to be a freight conductor. I
leave for Atlanta Nov 16th for a 5 week training at REDI.

Thanks, Your Friend Warren

I have some great news to share with you. I was just informed by
BNSF Railway yesterday, that I will be starting their
training for a position as a Conductor Trainee on 13 March 2006.
When it comes to the hiring sessions everything that you published in “Get a
Railroad Job” was to the “Tee.” From the company interview, to the way
people come dressed, etc. Next to GOD, the knowledge that you shared
is what got me hired with BNSF Railway. I just want to say “Thank
You” for your support and for publishing your experience on getting a
railroad job. The most important thing that I learned was to have “PATIENCE”
and to not give up. Yes, it can be frustrating, but you have to look
at it from the company view. They want to make sure that they hire
quality personnel. Well, I will keep you posted on how my training is going
and maybe someday I will see you out on the rails!!

V/R

Rodney Jackson

Hi Sean,

The book helped me tremendously. I studied the book before my interview with Union Pacific Railroad.
The book definitely guided me in the right direction. If I had not read the book, I would not have
made it past the first part of the interview. After being there, I now understand how important the
information in the book is. I just finished my three week conductor training and will be reporting
for work December 19, 2005 (LA). Securing this job is definitely going to be a changing point in my life.
It was worth the medium price I paid for your information.
Thanks again.

Tim Thompson

Dear Sean,

I am very grateful that I bought your railroad report. I was
invited to a UP hiring session here in Las Vegas last month and was hired at my
first interview session. Your report helped greatly even though I had most
of the things they were looking for. I start my 3 weeks of conductor training in Salt
Lake at the end of the month. Just wanted to let you know how much I
appreciated what you have put together. This helped me out a lot as I’m sure it
has with others. This has helped me chase my childhood dream and follow in my
grandfather’s footsteps. Thanks once again.

Sincerely,

Dan Moudree
Las Vegas, NV

Sean,

I recieved your book and about ten days later I went
to an interview with BNSF. To my surprise I was offered a job as conductor
trainee. I am sure the hints and guidelines in your book were instrumental in
getting me the job. I start with my new company on Monday. Anyway I want to Thank
you and your book, it really has helped me.

Thanks again

Joshua S.
Texas

Sean,

Thanks for taking the time to send me the link I know how busy you
are and the hours you guys keep. I just wanted to tell you that the
guide is great and I can see some of the mistakes I made on my first
interview with U.P., I feel like it was money well spent and I will
definitely refer it to some of my friends who are also in the market
for a railroad job.

Thanks again and be safe out there.

Duane Fisher
Houston, TX

Update: I just want to say thanks a million I got the job! I got the
call about 7:30 pm and I go in tomorrow to sign
the final paperwork. I start school on June 27th, 2005.
Thanks again for all of the info, it was a big help!

Sean,

Thank you for writing the book on railroad jobs and for
getting back to me so quickly. The report helped me to compare my
interview. I also enjoyed all of the web sites and the sample resume.
Lastly, it is nice to be able to e-mail someone who has gone through the process!

Thank you for your assistance.

Sincerely,

Sandy Calfee

Update: Thanks to the help from your e-book, I got a railroad job
and just received my first paycheck! Thanks, Sandy

Hi Sean,

My husband had an interview with BNSF last week. The man he interviewed
with said that he would recommend Jason (my husband) for employment.
Update: Jason got a job offer today for Ft.
Worth, Texas. Thanks again for your great report!

Jennifer Quick

Sean,

My husband has been unhappy in his career and looking for
a change for some time. Of all places, at his fathers memorial
services,he ran into a cousin that is an engineer with UP. After a personal
version of “the scary speech” he told my husband to go online and apply.
That was on Sept 20th and we found some local openings and completed
the online application (without using the cousins name). Ignorance is
bliss, as they say because when the call came that he had an interview
on Oct 5th we still had no clue just what what the odds of it were.
Then I, as usual, got on the internet to research and realized just
how fortunate he was.
I talked him into buying your book, with the thought that
it couldn’t hurt. Well, after conducting over 90 interviews, 6
positions were filled and guess what? You got it, one of them is his.
We were even more thankful and impressed when he found out at the
hiring meeting the extent others had gone to to be in the same
position (e.g.: traveling across country, huge student
loans..etc.) It was money well spent! Have a great day
and thank you for your help.
Sincerely,

Kim Leverett

Mrs. Nick Leverett

Fernley, Nevada

Sean,

Thanks for the pointers, I got the call from NS and I got
hired straight through a hiring session. It wasn’t the
first one I attended with them, the first was unsuccessful,
that was the day I came home depressed that my name
wasn’t even called…and I ordered your guide.
The 3 S’s is a strategy that is so crucial to the hiring process.
Thanks again.

R.W. Amundson

Texas

I just got hired by CSX Class 1 railroad to be a freight conductor.
I leave for Atlanta Nov. 16th for a 5 week training at REDI.

Thanks!

Your Friend Warren

Hi Sean,

I Just wanted to take a second to thank you for writing this book,
best money I’ve spent in years! I am 20 years old from Mars PA, and
was just hired on by the Buffalo & Pittsburgh Railroadas as a
conductor. It only took one interview to get in! I kid you not it
was like she was reading your questions from your book word for word!
I almost laughed out loud when she started reading. I start Oct.
29th, 2008 and can not wait. Good luck to you an be safe out there.

I can’t say it enough, thanks!

Stephen McCormick

I appreciate all the help you have given me in the past
from the Get a Railroad Job download to the personel advice online.
I would have been lost without your help thanks again!

G. Shuffield

Hey Sean,

I read your report and had my first interview and took
all my test and now will be attending the AMDG Freight
Conductor School, June 25-2005. I am so excited…
Thanks a million!

Taylor Durling

Hi Sean,

Your report is a great program to buy, I have read through it
several times. I look forward to getting a job as a conductor.

Thanks,

Greg Bannister
Indiana

Sean,

I just purchased your guide to getting railroad
jobs and I think it is very well done. Thanks for the
help!

Jordan Lucero

Sean,

I have read the book from cover-to-cover and found it helpful
and insightful. Until reading your report all I knew about railroad jobs was what
I have been able to glean from various websites. The report was easy to read and understand.
Sincerely,

Scott M.

Dear Sean,

I purchased your book last Friday and read it Saturday
afternoon. It was very informative and I could see where I made some
mistakes in my attempts to get a railroad job.
The first thing I did after reading your book was to rewrite
my resume. Since writing comes easy to me I was able to create a resume
with all the elements you suggested. Thank you for your time and thoughtful
consideration of my situation.

Sincerely,

Bruce C. Brewer

Hello Sean,

Thank you for creating a great book…..I’m enjoying reading
it. Thanks again!

Harry Armstrong

Sean,

This is just to say THANK YOU for a good
publication that prepared me for what I was up against.
Keep up the great work, and thanks again.

Dan Neuenschwander
Rialto, CA

Hi Sean,

Thank you very much for devoting
yourself and time to help people secure railroad
jobs through your wonderful e-book. It’s really
amazing.
Sincerely,

Bart E.

Sean,

I just purchased your “Insider Railroad
Job Report”. I think it is great, and I am positive it will help me
in obtaining a job.
Thank you very much for your time.
Sincerely,

Jason H.

Sean,

Got the job, and it is a lottttttttt to learn but I am sticking with it.
I really appreciate your emails and support.
Now that I am working, and biting my nails through switching etc., do you
have any advice???

Thanks again,

Rodrick

Sean,

I started with BNSF the end of August and passed my Conductors test
15 weeks later. There are still three weeks to go but I really enjoy
the job! Thanks for your help!

Jeff