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Why hire a professional resume writer?
A professional resume writer understands keywords. This means knowing how to effectively research, tailor and build industry specific, applicant tracking system keywords into your resume. Today, most resumes are ATS scanned, which means they are run through an application tracking software that scans, filters and selects individual resumes from a pile of applications. Let us help you ensure your resume stands out.
What makes Resume Advisor unique?
Over 90% of our clients have rated us with 5 Star reviews and have received interviews and job offers within a month of their searches. As a resume service in Los Angeles, our writers keep a relationship with you, and are always available for consultation at no charge, throughout any point in your career. To keep things simple, your success, is ours.
What is LinkedIn Optimization?
LinkedIn is often used as a verifying step within the job hiring process, and is becoming increasingly popular amongst employers. By utilizing our LinkedIn optimization services, we will ensure that your page is ranking as high as possible to generate you more leads. An up to date LinkedIn profile will draw more engagement from recruiters on potential jobs that match your goals and interests.
How does the resume writing process work?
Once you place an order, an advisor will contact you within 1 business day to set up your appointment. During your 1-hour session, your professional resume writer will create you a final draft as they build out your new content in real time. By the end of your appointment, you will receive the final draft.
How long does it take to write my resume?
An appointment can take anywheer between 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the length of your document. However, most resume writing sessions take about 1 hour, on average. Any requested edits will be processed between 1 – 2 business days.
How do I write a cover letter for different jobs?
We understand that you will be using a cover letter for many different jobs, therefore we will create you a general document tailored towards a specific position/field/industry, so all you’ll need to do is edit the employer, position, and date per application.
Do I need a cover letter?
It really depends. Some job postings require it, and some don’t. However, adding it as an attachment will strengthen your application to a job. Therefore, we always recommend sending a cover letter with your resume.
Which industries and career levels do we serve?
We create resumes for students, executives, and where in between. Our model is designed to service people from all levels and backgrounds. Our goal is to create the best tools possible to achieve your career goals.
What does it mean to revamp my LinkedIn profile?
LinkedIn is emerging as a leading avenue of recruitment and social networking. It is crucial to have a fully optimized page to ensure the highest possible rankings on search engines. Ultimately, we will optimize your page to help you generate more leads for more potential jobs from recruiters.
What is an ATS resume? (Applicant Tracking Systems)
The art of job applications have changed with technology, as resumes are now scanned and matched according to keyword optimization within a job description. Major companies now use ATS to parse resume content and select candidates based on the closest match to their job postings.
Does my payment include future revisions?
We provide unlimited revisions for 30 days until you are fully satisfied. We also provide an editable file of your resume on Microsoft Word to allow you to easily make edits as you desire.
What if I am not 100% Satisfied? Is there a guarantee?
We want you to succeed, therefore we will work with you until you are fully satisfied. We provide unlimited revisions for 30 days as well as an editable file of your resume on Microsoft Word to allow you to easily make edits as you wish. If there is an issue with your order, and we are unable to resolve your concern with your advisor, we will issue you a full refund if you are not 100% satisfied.
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