The Process
I supply a written quote first which is based on how long the product will take to write and the level of complexity. If you want to apply for a specific job, email me the job link. Allow for at least seven working days before the job deadline. I am deadline-focused and turn resume drafts around within 24 hours.
Resumes
I ask clients to send me an old resume in Word as this can save money. If you don’t have one, I build a new resume from scratch.
I start the drafts by sending a number of introductory questions. In the second and third drafts, I concentrate on results and duties.
The secret to building a good resume is to focus on what you’ve achieved in the last seven years. The secret to building a great resume is to include figures that support your claims.
The draft resume goes back and forth between us until it becomes a professional marketing document of your career experiences, skills and capabilities.
Cover Letters
Cover letters follow the same drafting process. It takes two drafts to get a cover letter in to ‘pitch perfect’ shape.
Every cover letter contains your professional motivation for applying and what you uniquely bring to the position. Cover letters are sales documents which sell your experience, capabilities and skills.
I use the latest persuasive marketing, key word and professional writing skills when crafting a cover letter.
Targeted cover letters work better than generic letters.
I write a cover letter after the resume is completed.
LinkedIn Sites
I use the new resume to create a professional LinkedIn site. LinkedIn sites are great for expanding on your workplace wins and adding graphics.
I ensure there is brand consistency and identification between the resume and the LinkedIn site. Both are interrelated sales documents.
Recruiters regularly cruise through LinkedIn sites, looking for middle and senior managers and executives with special skills and experience.
LinkedIn sites take three days to launch.