Are Professional Resumes Worth It?
A look at what a professionally written resume can change about your job search, and when the investment tends to pay off.
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Top 5 Mistakes To Avoid In Your Resume
The five most common resume mistakes we see, and a straightforward fix for each one.
Read articleWhat is ATS and why is it important?
A plain-language explanation of applicant tracking systems and why formatting matters before a person ever sees your resume.
Read articleWhat Makes a Professional Resume Successful?
The elements that separate a resume that earns interviews from one that gets passed over.
Read article5 Tips for Choosing the Best Resume Writing Service
What to ask before you hire a resume writer, from credentials to turnaround time.
Read articleHow to Write a “Profile” Section in Your Resume
A guide to writing the summary section that gives a hiring manager a reason to keep reading.
Read articleThe Do's and Don'ts of Resume Writing
Formatting and language choices that help your resume, and a few that quietly work against it.
Read articleJob Searching: Pre-Flight Checklist
A short checklist to run through before you start applying: goals, documents, and interview prep.
Read articleLatest OPM Guidance for Federal Resumes
What recent OPM guidance means for federal resume length and format, and how to stay compliant.
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Frequently asked questions
How do the resume and cover letter writing processes work?
Start with our order form and attach your current resume, or fill out a short questionnaire if you don't have one yet. You'll receive your order ID by email right away, then your lead writer introduces themselves and gets to work. Your finished resume arrives by email and is saved to your client account.
How quickly can you complete my resume?
Most orders receive a first draft within 1–2 business days. Choose the fastest option at checkout and your first draft can be back in your inbox within 6 business hours.
Do you write ATS-friendly resumes?
Yes. Every resume we write is formatted to pass applicant tracking systems as well as catch a hiring manager's eye. Note it on your order form and your writer builds the keyword match for your target roles into the draft.
What if I'm changing careers or have gaps in employment?
Our writers are skilled at handling any career situation, including career changes and gaps in employment. Rather than drawing attention to a gap, your writer builds the resume around your strengths and the value you bring to your next role.
What are your guarantees?
Your resume is assigned only to a seasoned, full-time professional writer based in the United States. If you're not working within 45 days of receiving your new resume, we revise it free, refund every dollar, and pay you an extra $100, as long as you file a claim within 90 days. Full terms.
Can I order a cover letter or other services without a resume?
Yes. Cover letters, LinkedIn rewrites, and our other services are each available on their own, without ordering a resume.
Which type of resume should I choose?
Choose Professional for most working roles, including early-career and career changers, Senior & Executive for directors, VPs, and C-suite leaders, or Federal if you're applying through USAJOBS. Your writer confirms the right fit once they see your background.
Can I speak to a writer by phone?
Email correspondence with your writer is standard, so you always have a written record of every draft and note. Telephone career coaching is also available if you'd like to talk it through.
How do I get a discount?
Refer someone to Resume Writing Group and you'll receive a $20 credit for every order they place.
How do I download my new resume?
Your finished resume arrives by email in both Word and PDF formats, and stays saved in your client account so you can download it anytime.
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