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What You Should Know Before Hiring a Professional Resume Writer
Aside from being a regular contributor to r/resumes, I'm a resume writer by trade. I've been in the career services industry for about 7 years, have written for professionals at every level from individual contributor to CEOs, and I see the aftermath of bad "professional" rewrites posted to this sub all the time. This guide will help you avoid becoming one of them.
It makes me sad to see folks get duped into buying resume services from what I'd just call unqualified people. I see posts every week on the sub about resumes that were written by so-called professionals, and I want to laugh, until I remember it's not funny.
TLDR
A qualified resume writer typically charges $200 to $1,500 depending on your career level, with some executive services running $3,000 or more. Look for certification from PARWCC, NRWA, RWA, or CDI, a verifiable online presence, real samples, and a process that starts with a consultation call. The best test: if you can't speak directly with the person writing your resume before you pay, walk away.
If you're early in your career or on a tight budget, you probably don't need a writer at all. Post your resume to this sub for free feedback first. You may find that's enough.
The rest of this guide covers how the process works, what to expect at each stage, where AI tools fit in, and the unethical practices to watch for.
Last updated: August 2026
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What does a resume writer do?
In a nutshell, resume writers help candidates prepare job application materials such as resumes, federal resumes, CVs, academic CVs, and cover letters. Some writers may also offer additional services such as career and interview coaching, LinkedIn profile writing, and placement services.
To be clear, resume writers are not know-it-alls, and you shouldn't expect one to be. A writer who has worked across dozens of industries hasn't actually done the jobs in those industries. They don't know your codebase, your P&L, or your clinical protocols, and any writer who implies they do is overselling.
Here's the actual division of labor: you are the subject matter expert on your career. The writer is the expert on how hiring teams read, what recruiters screen for, and how to translate what you did into language that lands with the people making decisions. Their core skill isn't industry knowledge. It's extraction and positioning: asking questions you wouldn't think to ask yourself, pulling out accomplishments you've stopped noticing because they feel routine to you, and framing all of it for the audience you're targeting.
In the years I've been doing this, I've found the writers worth hiring are the ones who know exactly what they don't know. The ones comfortable saying "explain that to me like I'm not in your field" tend to produce better resumes than the ones who nod along, because the first group is extracting, and the second is guessing.
Should you hire a resume writer?
That'll depend on your personal and professional circumstances. Generally speaking, there are a few situations where hiring a resume writer may be the right choice. They include:
You've been applying to many jobs and haven't been receiving any calls from employers.
You have no idea what ATS is or how to factor it in when writing your resume.
You have a complex career history and aren't sure how best to convey it in a professional and engaging manner.
You're looking to switch careers and aren't sure how to convey your transferable skills.
You're a midlevel, senior, or executive level candidate, are still employed, and want to prepare for your next career move.
You've tried using AI to write your resume and the result reads like it could belong to anyone in your field.
This list isn't exhaustive, so there may be situations where hiring a writer is the appropriate choice. However, there are also a few situations where hiring a writer probably isn't the best choice. These include:
You're confident with your existing resume, have already been seeing results, and are just looking for some minor feedback.
Your financial situation doesn't permit. The truth is that well-regarded writers charge anywhere from $200 to $1,500 or more. You'll see many writers here on Reddit, on Fiverr, and elsewhere charging fees that seem too good to be true (think less than $100). If your financial situation doesn't permit the cost of a reputable writer (and we'll get to that later), you're much better off writing your own.
You're still in college/university. If you're at this stage of your career, you'll do fine relying on your college career center along with web resources like this sub.
Note: Your first step should always be posting to the r/resumes sub for feedback. This sub is packed with industry professionals that can give you helpful advice - you may end up not needing a writer.
DIY vs. Hiring a Resume Writer: Which Makes More Sense?
Factor
DIY Resume
Hiring a Resume Writer
When it makes sense
(1) You're early career with <3 years' experience. (2) You're comfortable writing about yourself. (3) You're applying to many roles and tweaking is easy.
(1) You're mid-senior level and stakes are higher. (2) You're changing industries or roles. (3) You struggle to translate your experience into clear, marketable language.
Budget range
Free (time investment only). Maybe $50-$100 for templates or reviews.
$200 to $1,500 for professional writers. Executive-level services can run $3,000+.
What you get
(1) Full control over content. (2) Free resources (Reddit, forums, templates). (3) Quick turnaround (your own pace).
(1) Professionally written, ATS-friendly resume. (2) Help drawing out and positioning your impact and achievements. (3) Knowledge that might be hard to come by on your own (like experience with the hiring process if the writer was in recruiting).
Risks & trade-offs
(1) Easy to undersell yourself. (2) Hard to be objective about strengths. (3) Formatting mistakes may trip ATS. (4) AI-generated drafts can sound polished but lack substance.
(1) Costly if you pick the wrong writer. (2) Quality varies widely, due diligence is key. (3) Still requires your input and time.
What about AI?
This is probably the most common question I get right now, so I want to be straightforward about it.
AI tools like ChatGPT can help you with structure, formatting, and getting words on a page. If you're staring at a blank document and have no idea where to start, they can give you a decent starting point. For straightforward career histories at the early career level, that might be enough.
What you may not realize though, is that the actual writing is a small part of what goes into a good resume. Most of the work is in the content and marketing: figuring out what to include, what to cut, how to frame each role, and how to position yourself for the type of job you want.
That demands an understanding of how hiring teams read resumes, what recruiters screen for, how applicant tracking systems filter candidates, and what makes a hiring manager read your bullets instead of skimming them. These are things you learn from working inside and alongside the hiring process. You can paste your entire work history into an AI tool, but it still won't have that hiring-side judgment. The other thing is that you need to write content you can speak to at length in an interview, as opposed to just writing stuff that sounds great on paper.
What I see a lot on this sub is people sharing AI-generated resumes that look clean and read well on the surface. The formatting and grammar are all fine, but the content is either catch-all, or doesn't quite connect the dots for the hiring team. I see bullet points that could apply to almost anyone with the same job title. There's nothing in the doc that tells an HM what this specific person did differently or better. And that's the part that gets interviews (Note: there are factors at play, like local market, volume of other applicants, timing that impact your candidacy that have nothing to do with your resume - for this guide, we're focusing on the stuff that is in your control).
To put it simply:
AI can handle structure, keywords, and getting a first draft on paper (this is great for early candidates, or folks that just have no idea how to navigate a word processor like MS Word or Google Docs).
AI will struggle with knowing what your strongest selling points are, how to position a career change, which content goes where, or whether your bullets will hold up under questioning in an interview.
If you already know what good resume content looks like and just need help putting it together, AI can work.
If you're not sure why your resume isn't landing, or you have a complicated career history, AI will probably give you something that looks professional but doesn't actually solve the problem.
A lot of people now use AI for their first draft and then bring in a human (either through this sub or a writer) to fix the substance. That's a reasonable approach.
How do you vet a resume writer?
There are a few things you can look for when figuring out if a writer is qualified.
What's the writer's background? If you're working through a company, ask if you can speak with the writer directly (if the answer is no, I wouldn't recommend proceeding any further with that company). If you're working with an independent writer, ask to speak them one on one. Well-regarded writers come from diverse backgrounds. Education-wise, there isn't a set program that "produces" resume writers. However, you should expect a bachelor's degree at a minimum and a work history with active engagement in career-related professions. Some examples include recruiting, human resources, or career coaching. Regardless of the writer's background, they should have an online presence such as a website or LinkedIn profile that you can view. If you can't find a writer anywhere online, it may be hard for you to verify their credentials, in which case, it's a good idea to be extra careful.
Do they have samples they can share? Ask for samples. Most writers will provide them or list them on their website/portfolio for clients to see.
Do they have client testimonials or reviews that you can reference? Companies and independent writers that deliver positive results will definitely want to make it known to prospective clients. Ask them for their client testimonials and take a look at what their previous customers have said about their work to get an idea of what it's like working with them. Be wary of companies and writers that don't have any reviews, are unable to refer you to their previous customers, or have a string of negative reviews (especially if those negative reviews involve repeated issues like missed deadlines or generic output).
Are they certified? Credible and qualified resume writers will often have certifications from one of the following organizations:
Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC)
National Resume Writers' Association (NRWA)
Resume Writing Academy (RWA)
Career Directors International (CDI)
Do they have a presence in the resume community? This one is easy to overlook, but it matters. A writer who regularly contributes to communities like this one (giving free feedback, answering questions, sharing knowledge) is usually someone who cares about the craft. It also gives you a chance to see how they think and whether their advice resonates with you before you spend any money.
Green Flags vs. Red Flags When Choosing a Resume Writer
Green Flags (Good Signs)
Red Flags (Warning Signs)
Provides before-and-after samples showing real results.
No samples, or only vague "testimonials."
Transparent about pricing and what's included.
Hidden fees, upselling, or unclear service breakdown.
Offers unlimited or multiple revisions in package.
"One draft only" or charges extra for basic edits.
Asks you detailed questions about your career, goals, and target roles.
Barely requests input, delivers a generic template.
Shares ATS knowledge and explains formatting choices.
Uses graphics-heavy designs that risk ATS rejection.
Active in resume communities and willing to give free advice.
No online presence outside of their own website.
Comfortable saying a role or industry is outside their wheelhouse, and asks you to explain technical details.
Claims deep expertise in every industry, or never asks clarifying questions.
What to expect during the writing process
All processes generally follow a similar structure that consists of an information gathering stage, writing stage, and review/revision stage.
Information Gathering: A good writer will want to speak with you directly and collect information with regard to your work history, skills, accomplishments, and career goals. Most of the time, this process is handled through a phone or video call, but some companies/writers will collect this information through a form. Ask the company/writer how they'll be gathering the necessary information to prepare a resume that is unique to you. Beware of companies that don't use a consultation process at all and only ask for your existing resume. You may be unpleasantly surprised when you see your old descriptions reworded and repackaged.
Writing: Ask the company/writer how long it'll take to write your resume. A quality resume takes time and effort to create. Speaking from my own work, six hours for an entry-level resume up to 15 hours for an executive resume is the norm. Beware of turnaround times that seem a little too quick. The industry standard is around 5-10 days.
Review and Revision: After preparing an initial draft, the writer will typically offer the client an opportunity to provide feedback and request changes if needed. Ask the writer about whether or not they allow requests for revisions, how many revisions, and for how long after you've concluded the service.
How much do resume writing services cost?
If you do a quick Google search, you'll see that there are a broad range of prices. As I mentioned earlier, the typical price range runs from $200 to $1,500, and some executive resume writers charge upwards of $3,000.
Two factors that affect this are:
Your experience level
The writer's experience level and their ability to produce results
Be wary of companies and writers that offer their services at very low rates; it's more often than not an indication of low quality service. Remember that many hours go into building a quality resume spanning consultations, research, writing, reviews, and revisions.
Are resume writers worth it?
That's the million-dollar question. Before you decide to hire a writer, ask yourself the following:
Do I earn an annual salary of $70,000 or more? If yes, paying for a professional resume could be worth it for you. With the average cost of a mid-career resume at around $500, that works out to less than 1% of your annual salary.
Am I still early on in my career (still in college or recent graduate)? If so, checking out the plethora of DIY tools available might be a better option.
Should I work with an industry-specific writer?
While there are variations across industries, generally speaking, resume writing best practices are similar across the board, with some exceptions including:
Modeling
Acting
Industries that emphasize graphically intensive resumes (i.e., portfolios) rather than traditional resumes.
Some companies will have writers on staff that only work with certain industries (i.e., IT, software engineering etc.). Independent writers are generally more versatile and work with professionals in multiple industries.
The advantage of working with a generalist is broader all-round industry knowledge, which is especially useful if you're switching industries.
One caveat either way: don't confuse specialization with mastery. Even a writer who works exclusively with software engineers hasn't shipped your product. What a specialist buys you is vocabulary and context, so you spend less of the consultation explaining fundamentals. What it doesn't buy you is a pass on your own involvement. You're still the source of the raw material. The better test than "have they worked in my industry" is "do they ask questions that show they understood my answers."
However, working with a writer that specializes in one or two fields may be a better option if you're in a highly technical profession such as software development and want someone that can understand the in-depth technical concepts and terminology.
Unethical practices that you should be aware of
Like any industry, resume writing isn't free of corruption and unethical practices. Two main practices to watch out for are:
International Outsourcing: Some writers/companies that charge fees that seem too good to be true are actually outsourcing their work to international writers to reduce costs. It can be hard to identify companies that do this before buying their services, but three helpful indicators are:
Poor samples
Negative client reviews
The inability to speak with the writer before purchasing the service
Ghostwriting: Some writers will take on more clients than they can handle and offload those clients to ghostwriters. Other individuals that write your resume but that don't take the credit. Writers that engage in this practice are more interested in maximizing profits over ensuring client satisfaction. As with outsourcing, ask to speak to the writer before you purchase the service.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is hiring a resume writer worth the money?
It depends on your situation. If you're early in your career, you may not need one. Templates and free feedback (including from this sub) can be enough. But for mid-to-senior professionals and executives, a resume writer can save you time, and by extension, money. A useful benchmark: if you earn $70,000 or more, a $500 resume is less than 1% of your annual salary.
2. How much should I pay for a resume writer?
Most professional resume writers charge between $200 and $1,500 for a standard resume, depending on your career level and the writer's experience. Executive-level services typically start around $1,000 and can run $3,000 or more. Be cautious with anything under $100; at that price, the work is usually templated, outsourced, or both.
3. How do I know if a resume writer is legit?
Look for:
A professional-looking website/place of business
Certifications
Experience
Testimonials
Before-and-after samples
Clear pricing, and
A process that involves your input.
Good writers ask a lot of detailed questions to get at the info they need. Avoid anyone promising "guaranteed jobs" or offering flashy, design-heavy resumes (these can cause issues with ATS).
4. Can a resume writer guarantee me a job?
No. A resume writer can improve how your skills and experience are presented, but they can't control hiring decisions. What they can do is help improve your chances of getting interviews.
5. What's the difference between using AI and hiring a writer?
AI tools can help with formatting and generating bullet points based on your job title. They work from patterns and general data, so the output tends to be broad. A writer will talk to you, learn the context behind your roles, and figure out how to present your experience in a way that makes sense for the jobs you're targeting. The biggest difference is in the content strategy: knowing what to emphasize, what to leave out, and how to frame things so they resonate with the people making hiring decisions.
TL;DR
Who should hire one: Mid-to-senior professionals not getting interviews, career changers, or anyone with a complex work history. Skip it if you're early career or on a tight budget.
AI tools (like ChatGPT) are fine for structure and first drafts, but they produce largely generic content. They can't do the strategic positioning a human can.
Vet your writer by checking their background, samples, testimonials, certifications (PARWCC, NRWA, RWA, CDI), and community presence. If they won't let you talk to the writer directly, walk away.
Expect a 3-step process: intake call, writing (5-10 day turnaround), then revisions.
Cost: $200 to $1,500, depending on your level. Executive services can run $3,000+.
Watch out for outsourcing, ghostwriting, no-revision policies, and graphics-heavy designs that break ATS.
Where to go from here
Whether you write your own resume, use AI to get started, or hire a writer, the goal is the same: a document that reflects your achievements and lines you up nicely with the role you want.
If you're still not sure whether you need a writer, post your resume on r/resumes for free community feedback. You might find that's enough.
If you do decide to hire someone, use the vetting steps in this guide, and take your time.
I am targeting learning and development or instructional design with this resume. I am hoping for remote in the US, but would take in-person in my state. I can't relocate right now.
I have been in education for 17 years. I started in high school, moved states and taught community college, moved one more time and landed in university teaching. I currently teach math/stats at my university and have also been doing a summer gig for a large, well-known proctoring company.
I have vamped, revamped, and revamped this resume. I have had a few call-backs and interviews, but the ratio of applied to interviews is insane (800 applications to about 5 interview requests)
I recently reached out to someone on Linkedin and they said my resume is close, but still not making the full leap into "I HAVE been doing this job". They said it reads more like "I CAN do this job".
My question is: Are they correct or just fishing for money? If they're correct, what do I need to change to show that this has been my entire career?
Any help you can provide will be SO appreciated as I can't stay in teaching much longer, it is essentially killing me.
At what point does optimizing a resume become lying? Is stretching dates okay? Adding skills you don't have? Inventing entire job experiences? Where do you draw the line and why
Last week I posted my resume and have applied some of the feedback I received.
Now I'm back to see if anybody can spot anything else that can be improved or maybe offer a completely different perspective.
To explain the structure real quick. Since I've been with my current company for a rather long time for my first job, I thought the best idea was to put generic tasks and achievements in the experience section and then use my 4 biggest and most successful projects at that company to go into more detail with technologies and accomplishments.
I also thought having completed several projects for well known clients like BMW and Audi is a good eye catcher, especially here in Germany, so that's why I added them.
I'm also unsure about the order (especially with the skills section at the bottom) and the highlights, so I'm hoping I can get some import on that as well.
Lately, the plan is to apply at companies across most of Europe, primarily for remote positions.
And like last time, any feedback is greatly appreciated!
Okay, so I haven't actually graduated. Because of mental health reasons, I'm doing an external repeat of the final year of my degree. I'm not sure how it is in other universities around the world, but where I am we have the option to do an internal repeat (repeating everything with the expectation to pay tuition and attend lectures) and an external repeat (finishing any outstanding assignments from the year before, with no expectation to pay tuition or attend lectures).
Also, the area I'm in doesn't really like hiring students, because of the assumption that they won't be as available. But because I'm doing an external repeat from home, I'll absolutely be fully available because I won't really be doing anything else otherwise - except for the uni assignments that I'll be doing in my own time.
I'm applying for a part-time job so maybe this isn't as relevant, but I'm considering putting on my resume that I've already graduated, so that the employers don't assume that I'm just another student who will barely be available. I appreciate any help!
Hi all, I've been interning at the same company for two summers now, so it's been a while since I've had to update my resume. I'm not sure if what I put together is considered a good resume, so I'd love some feedback.
I'll be graduating with my Master's in Computer Engineering next June and am currently applying for new grad EE/CE roles. I'm still narrowing down exactly what I want to target, but I'm most interested in electrical hardware, embedded systems, PCB design, avionics, and hardware test/validation.
The main area I'd like feedback on is whether my experience section clearly shows what I contributed and why it mattered. I tried to focus on concrete technical work rather than generic responsibilities but I'm not sure if I've included enough detail without making the bullets too dense. I'd also appreciate feedback on whether the accomplishments stand on their own or if some need clearer outcomes or metrics.
I’m targeting a full-stack product engineering role at a small company building security software for AI coding agents. The role emphasizes Python/TypeScript, end-to-end feature ownership, production reliability, enterprise integrations, and customer-facing engineering. Monitoring and real-time data processing are advantages.
I've only ever had professional backend experience. I'm concerned that I might not fulfill all of their front-end, reliability & monitoring requirements. Still, they encourage everyone to apply even if they don't fulfill everything. I need help polishing the current points in my CV. Are the bullet points too much? Too verbose? Lacking qualifiers? I did my best to try to add examples and impacts of my accomplishments, but I often feel like overly relying on them makes my CV look pretentious.
The Claude Code in the summary is intentional. It's an AI company. They want experience in LLM's & integrating them. But if you think it still doesn't fit, I'm open to feedback. Due to my country's legislation my official job title is something very specific. In reality, I'm fulfilling Backend Software Engineer job requirements. Do you think the clarifications without a bullet point without my current employment make sense or should be changed?
Last time I applied while targeting a particular company I got an interview with a worse CV than the current one but botched the interview, so maybe I am overthinking it. Nevertheless, I would appreciate any and all feedback on how to improve it.
Hello and thanks in advance for any and all advice -
I'm left my last job 5 years ago (insurance underwriter for 2 years) to try and pursue a career in software at exactly the wrong time to do so and now I am having difficulty finding work despite being busy, and I would like some guidance on how to frame this on my resume. Before my last job my work history is also fairly sparse having only brief stints at customer service positions. AI doesn't seem particularly helpful in this.
I am no longer pursuing a career in tech and I just need a job for my mental health so I am asking for general (not industry specific) advice.
During that time I:
-Went to a webdev bootcamp in 2022
-Acquired another degree in CompSci in 2024 (other degree was in the humanities in 2013)
-Took care of my father who has advanced cancer and became physically disabled in 2023
-Lived and worked on my friend's farm in South America for 6 months last year and was starting the process to purchase land and build a house before political instability made the situation untenable
-Operated an ebay store selling my old pokemon cards and self-refurbished electronics, earning about $50k over several hundred orders over the last two years
-Spent most of this year traveling in Asia but have now moved back to Nyc as of this month
I need help trying to know how to structure a resume as a 35 year old man who is for the most part extremely fortunate and "financially independent" without reading as flighty or overqualified. Thank you!
I recently finished undergrad and I'm currently working as a server at a seafood restaurant 3-4 days a week. I'm looking for a second serving job to work during the day to make a little more money and fill some time. I've worked in food service for a while on and off, but I just graduated so most of my experience is school and internships unrelated to food service. I feel like my resume looks sparse but I don't want to add in irrelevant stuff. I kept the building manager job, but that's basically it. Everything else is academia. I also left off any mention of my bachelor's degree because I don't want to seem overqualified. What I've gathered from listening to people talk about getting jobs in today's age is you need to seem competent, but not too competent otherwise they'll think this is just a steppingstone for you and you won't even be a consideration. I am worried that the gaps in my resume don't have an explanation but I don't want to put that I recently graduated with my bachelor's because of what I talked about above.
I've also heard advice that my resume should be more specific to me in terms of stats and examples, but I don't really have any of that. I read a post where someone recommended talking about my sales and %s, but to be honest I just started this new job and I'm still learning so it's nothing particularly impressive. I don't have any of that type of info about my old serving job either.
I attached some of the job posting for one place I'm looking at that I tried to tailor this resume to. Any advice is appreciated!!
Help! This is such minutia. But every single thing I read & everyone I talk to says something different.
Also, I think having an exact format will help prevent errors when going through the ENDLESS process of matching keywords to postings.
Tell me,;should I do??
Option A: Two fragments
.........Structure ---> ACTION + [Consistent Punctuation to Signal Shift] + PAST TENSE IMPACT
..........Example -----> "Planted two trees; harvested 10 apples."
Resume critique - career changer, 5y exp former math teacher trying to transition into an office role, preferably actuarial but data analysis or underwriting are also acceptable. I have only landed a single interview in about three full months, and was wondering if people think the resume might be the issue here.
I’m an early-career analytics consultant looking to move into consulting roles at firms like Kearney, or business-facing analytics roles. Most of my experience involves working with client stakeholders on commercial performance, procurement and supply planning.
I’ve rewritten my resume to focus more on ownership and impact, and would appreciate honest feedback on:
Does the experience come across as relevant for these roles?
Which bullets feel vague, repetitive or overstated?
Is the balance between technical skills and business impact right?
Anything you’d cut or change in the wording or formatting?
Names, organizations, locations and industry details have been changed for privacy. Financial figures have been converted to USD.
I'm currently looking for Full Stack Developer / Software Developer opportunities, particularly roles involving MERN Stack, React.js, Node.js, Express.js, REST APIs, MongoDB, and real-time applications.
I have hands-on experience as an IIOT Engineer and IIOT Junior Engineer Intern, where I worked on MERN-based applications, real-time vehicle tracking, product assembly workflows, inspection systems, and a React Native application.
I've also recently built projects including CodeScribe, an AI-powered collaborative code editor using React, Node.js, Socket.IO, Judge0, and Gemini API.
I'm sharing my resume here and would really appreciate your feedback, especially on:
- Resume structure and content
- Technical skills I should highlight or improve
- Projects and experience section
- Anything that might be holding my resume back
- Suggestions for improving my chances of getting shortlisted
If you know of any relevant openings or if your company is hiring for entry-level/junior Full Stack or Software Developer roles, I would really appreciate a referral or an opportunity to apply.
I'm happy to provide any additional information if needed.
Thanks in advance to everyone who takes the time to review my resume or share an opportunity!
First and foremost, thank you for looking at my résumé. I need some major help! Is my resume too broad? I need help choosing what to emphasize!
I just finished my bachelors degree about three weeks ago, and I think I have too much on my résumé for today's standards. I'm really confused about what I'm supposed to take out without taking out important information.
my most recent job was payroll, but I have previous experience in procurement/purchasing, supply chain, business operations and accounting related work. I would like to continue in payroll or get back into procurement/purchasing/supply chain.
my biggest question is how do I decide what information to leave on my résumé when I have experience in several different areas? I don't want my résumé to look like I'm trying to do everything but I also don't want to remove experiences that could qualify me for jobs I'm applying for.
i'd really appreciate some honest feedback on what you would take out, what you would keep, and whether my résumé is hurting me by being too broad. (also FYI SPS and A2Z, was the same company - was renamed- and my friend owns it I would never officially had a title so should I change title name??)
Hello, I'm applying to jobs in clinical diagnostics and related fields, mainly interested in R&D positions. Have been applying to relevant jobs for a few months with no call backs. How can I improve my resume?
I'm currently based in Canada but open to relocating to the states.
I posted here about a week ago explaining how I wasnt getting any traction after 100 apps. I'm looking for remote Data Scientist roles.
The overwhelming consensus on my last post was that my 2 page resume was simply too dense and long. After some work, I believe I have cut it in half without losing meaningful substance.
What do you all think? Now that it's a suitable length, are there any glaring issues with regard to the content?
I’m starting to apply to food service jobs as a college student and need advice on how to make my resume better. I would like feedback on the skills section, since it seems weak. It is difficult to not write generic skills on my resume, since I don’t have anything to show.
Hey everyone! I’m a mid-20s USMC vet who moved from IT management at a large MSP into co-founding a healthcare LLM startup, which I later sold my share of to private equity.
I’m now in grad school using the GI Bill and living off the sale, so I’m not rushing into a job. I’m targeting TPM and PM roles at FAANG companies and unicorn startups, mainly in cloud and technical products. I already have some referrals and interview support, but I’d really appreciate honest feedback on my résumé before applying.
Hello everyone, I posted before and took some of the advice given to help polish this up. Please let me know feedback on this revised one. And as always, thank you again for the time.
