Professional resume writers have real, measurable value to offer you, the career professional. No CEO would ever consider going to market with a multimillion-dollar product without enlisting the marketing and copywriting help of experts. But that is exactly what you are doing when you attempt to compete in the job market with a self-written resume.
Hiring a professional resume writer could be one of the most important investments you ever make for your career. That is my advice!
But in the meantime, here are some articles revealing my trade secrets as a professional resume writer that will help transform your resume from a bland snoozer of an autobiography into a compelling, persuasive, powerful marketing pitch.
WAKEFIELD, NH (August 25, 2015) – Michelle Dumas, founder of Distinctive Career Services LLC (https://www.distinctiveweb.com), career and resume consultants for professionals and executives for nearly 20 years, has been elected President of the The National Resume Writer’s Association (NRWA) for 2017. In the interim, she will serve The NWRA as President Elect and Ethics Chair
There are many pervasive myths when it comes to executive resume writing. You may hear some advice from a trusted colleague today, only to be given opposite advice tomorrow, from an equally trusted colleague. This easy to read and follow guide to executive resume writing will help you avoid the worst of the executive resume
Learn how to write a standout, powerful resume that will generate attention, get you calls for interviews, and increase your chances of landing the job you want,
What's your story? Why should I care? Storytelling has a transformative power that almost magically turns a drab, boring resume into an absorbing and persuasive piece that compels the reader to want to meet the real person behind the words. An effective resume is not merely a collection of words – it is a reflection
Submitting a compelling and persuasive resume is very important when applying for a job. It is essentially an advertisement of yourself, promoting to the hiring company what you have to offer and the reasons you’re the best possible candidate for the job. But how do you handle it if you are a young candidate with
WAKEFIELD, N.H., (March 24, 2015) – Distinctive Career Services LLC (https://www.distinctiveweb.com), career and resume consultants for professionals and executives for nearly 20 years, has added a new resume writing service specifically designed for professionals seeking a career with the federal government. The new federal resume writing services are designed to assist job seekers in highlighting
Looking for a job is hard work. Conducting a productive job search takes time. Effective networking often requires many hours of sitting through lengthy presentations while feasting on mediocre fare and feigning interest in small talk in the hope of collecting business cards. Researching potential employers requires patient diligence. And the application process for most jobs
Job searching is hard work. Depending on the industry or your career preference, it can even become a full-time job. It’s important, therefore, to utilize all the resources available to ensure that you conduct your search as effectively as possible. Online job boards, intensive and extensive networking, the use of social media, and almost countless “how-to”
If you have ever wondered if hiring a professional resume writer to write your resume, this presentation is for you. Having your resume professionally written is an investment that can save you lots of time and money, plus help you avoid the stress associated with a long, drawn out job search. What Every Job Seeker
We've long been told technology is intended to simplify our lives. While this may be true in some instances, in others it is most definitely not! Job searching provides a perfect example of this apparent contradiction. In general, technology has made the search part of job search easier. Those seeking a change in their employment circumstances
Selecting the best resume format for you is not difficult if understand the advantages and disadvantages of each option. So, how do you select the best resume format for your needs? The following infographic details the guidelines that will help you make your choice.
Do you think you know all there is to know about writing a resume? Sometimes what you think you know isn’t true at all. There are many myths about resume writing. Here is an infographic that explains five of the most common resume writing myths that you should avoid.
If you are conducting a job search, your resume could be the most important document that you create to market yourself to prospective employers and get a leg up on your competition in the job market. It is essential that your resume is laser-focused on getting you the job you want. Your resume is NOT
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I am a very satisfied customer as result of the resume writing that Laura completed for me. The content for the two versions of my resume was excellent. I think she emphasized all the best elements of my professional experience. I particularly like her style of writing! THANK YOU Laura!
I wanted to take a quick minute to thank you and your excellent associates for helping me in my job search. Prior to using your services I was averaging about one call from every 10th resume or application I submitted for a potential job. This had led me to increase the number of positions I was applying for which meant that I was going after positions that were not really right for me. After working with Distinctive Documents and reworking my resume I was getting responses from about 40% of the applications I was sending out, and I was only applying for positions that were directly(...)
Michelle, It has been a pleasure to work with you on this project. I will be sure to recommend your services to my associates. I sought out someone like you to be able to put down on paper my experiences and you certainly delivered. It is funny how I could not have put my own life on paper better than someone who has not even met me face to face. Thanks a million.
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