FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
The price depends upon the project that you are presenting. If you are interested in a complete revamp of your outdated resume- or you have not started on the resume ... your quote will include partnering to strategize, collecting information-- including the all-important accomplishments-- and of course --writing and editing of a new resume and cover letter. If you have a draft that you have been working on that needs a more professional look, the fee may be a bit lower. Many customers request an edited draft and then they can complete the resume, Fees range from $175 to $425 We offer 15%discount to Teachers from kindergarten to college level, Healthcare providers , and Law Enforcement Officers, return to work parents and retirees ready to go back to work.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We partner with you to create a targeted resume. Our first contact is a phone conversation to discuss your needs and expectations. I may ask you to send your working draft or "old resume" so we can agree on what your customized project will include... Is it editing your draft? Is it starting from scratch to write a resume that is targeted to certain job opportunities? The next step is either an information collection via phone or in person. At this point, I will send a project agreement for your signature as well as an accomplishment stories worksheet and targeted questions for the information collection interview. I will also request job descriptions that interest you. One of the reasons that I ask for job descriptions is to select and incorporate keywords from these opportunities into the resume. We will focus on crafting accomplishments stories. These stories describe why you were selected for a particular project and describe the actions that you took to make a difference and gained outstanding results. The best results are quantifiable however that is not seen in every occupation. Hiring managers are looking for accomplishments, talents, and experiences that fit their needs. I will send a first draft of the resume and cover letter to you within three days. You will review these documents carefully and then contact me with any changes or additions by tracking system, email or phone. I also prepare instant ( 24 hour turnaround) with a $100 rush fee. I'll make the changes and send the second version. This version gives you another opportunity to review and provide any final adjustments. then send the final versions of the documents to you. The final step is to download the documents and start your job search!!
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a Certified Job and Career Transition Coach and Job & Career Development Coach from Career Development Network. I was trained by international outplacement firms-Right Management and Lee Hecht Harrison-- as a Career Development Associate. I am a former Board Member and Program Chair ( 4 years !) of the Association of Career Professionals, now known as the Pennsylvania Association of Career Development Association, Philadelphia chapter. As the recommended resume writer for members of the Philadelphia Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #5, I have completed about 1,000 resumes for active and retired law enforcement officers throughout the nation.