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Like most of you, I hate writing resumes.
With 27 years in executive search and seven years of career coaching, I can tell you what not to do. I can guide you and provide examples but hiring a resume writer who is up to date can be useful. Being up-to-date and certified are not necessarily the same thing.
Here are four things you should consider:
- Before you commit, understand your value, why a company should hire you. That will speed the process.
- Pick a resume writer who can write copy that sells your value.
- Do not pay for elaborate design. Less is more in today’s world of automated applicant scanning systems.
- Do not assume that the “optimized” resume they prepare will eliminate the need for some customization for each job you pursue. It won’t.