QUESTIONS ABOUT THE RESUME PROCESS
QUESTIONS ABOUT SIGNING UP
QUESTIONS ABOUT HIRING A QUALITY RESUME FIRM
Why do I need to pay for a resume
writer?
If you're like most of the job seekers we work with, you
want to present your career history in the best light
so that you secure job interviews. But how do you boil
down all of this experience to keep the resume succinct
and inviting but at the same time pack it with verifiable
achievements and important industry keywords?
At Advanced Career Systems, we have the answer. Capturing
and synthesizing career backgrounds into powerful, compelling,
and concise career marketing documents is our specialty.
Our years of experience and dedication to helping job
seekers succeed have qualified us as experts in our field.
We know precisely how to market your strengths; downplay
potential weaknesses; incorporate crucial keywords and
search terms into your document; and design the resume
so that it is pleasing to the eye and memorable to the
reader. See Samples.
We also excel in developing resumes that solve tough job search challenges. Perhaps you are currently facing one (or more) of the following:
- Concerns about age discrimination
- Job hopping or extended employment gaps
- Lack of related experience
- Career/industry change
- Layoff or company closure
- Self-employment/business ownership
- Military-to-civilian transition
- Profit/nonprofit sector transfer
- Consulting career launch or closure
- Overseas-to-U.S. employment search
- Eagerness to advance to a higher level position
If so, you're in good hands. We work closely with you to figure out the best strategy to overcome potential resume issues. Best of all, we produce proven results, as evidenced by repeated accolades and job search success stories from our clients.
Are your writers certified?
Yes. Your resume will be prepared by a professional resume
writer with CPRW (Certified Professional Resume Writer)
and/or NCRW (Nationally Certified Resume Writer) credentials.
What other qualifications do your
writers have?
Professional Affiliations: Our writers
are full-time professionals who are serious about the
field of resume writing. They maintain active membership
in organizations including the Professional Association
of Resume Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC), the National
Resume Writers' Association (NRWA), and Career Masters
Institute (CMI).
Years of Experience: Each of our writers
has at least ten years of experience in writing, marketing,
and graphic design. They are backed by proven success
in preparing interview-generating resumes for job seekers
from virtually every career field and industry (including
engineering, high-tech, sales, retail, wholesale, logistics,
healthcare, pharmaceuticals, marketing, entertainment,
finance, law, science, insurance, and education -- just
to name a few). It takes time to learn what works and
what does not, and we wouldn't think of pairing you with
a resume writer who wasn't an expert in the field.
Academic Credentials: All of our writers
hold bachelor degrees (most majored in marketing, communications,
public relations, English, or counseling). The majority
have earned master's degrees. They receive ongoing training
in resume writing/design and industry trends through participation
in educational programs sponsored by PARW, NRWA, or CMI.
Publications and Presentations: More
than 150 of our writers' resumes have been featured in
ten career and resume books, including McGraw Hill's
The Career Change Resume: How to Reinvent Your Resume
and Land Your Dream Job and JIST Works' Professional
Resumes for Executives, Managers & Other Administrators.
Resume samples by our writers are also featured on leading
websites including Monster, MSN, and AOL. In addition,
our resume writers are frequent article contributors on
such topics as resume writing, resume design, and job
search strategy to business and national publications
and leading career websites. Many are also featured speakers
at national resume writing conferences and symposiums.
What is your guarantee?
We stand by our products and back every one of our resumes
unconditionally. We guarantee you will be 100% satisfied
with the quality of your resume's content, design, and
strategy, or we will revise the resume at no extra charge.
QUESTIONS ABOUT THE RESUME PROCESS
How long does the process take?
Our regular turnaround time is 10-14 business days. To
do a resume properly, we devote many hours to perfecting
each document. Therefore, it is advised that you allow
us sufficient time to prepare your resume. However, if
your need is urgent, we are often able to accommodate
an expedited timeframe. (Resumes needed within 72 hours
are subject to a priority handling fee.)
May I make changes to my new resume?
Absolutely. We offer a generous revision policy, so you
will have ample opportunity to make changes to your document.
We are committed to your 100% satisfaction.
How do I get my resume updated?
We make it easy for you to update your resume as you progress
in your career. Send an email to info@resumesystems.com
and let us know how many positions you will be updating,
and your project will be underway.
QUESTIONS ABOUT SIGNING UP
How do I pay for services?
We honor all major credit cards -- VISA, MasterCard, Discover,
and American Express. Credit card payments can be made
using our secure server or over the phone at 800-203-0551.
Are resume services tax deductible?
Resume design/production is a tax-deductible job-search service if you itemize on your taxes. Exclusions apply, so check with your tax advisor to see if you qualify.
What if I have questions?
Call us toll-free at 800-203-0551 or send an email to info@resumesystems.com. We'll be happy to answer any questions you may have.
What happens after I sign up?
You will receive our proprietary Comprehensive Career
Questionnaire (CRQ), which you may download and work on
at your convenience. The CRQ is designed to help get you
thinking about your professional accomplishments. Many
of our clients tell us the questionnaire proved helpful
in preparing them for interviews, as well, so completing
the form is a very good exercise as you launch your job
search. After you return the CRQ, your project will be
underway. The certified resume writer assigned to your
project will review your responses, analyze additional
materials (such as performance evaluations, reference
letters, sample job postings), and follow up with additional
questions. You will receive your new resume in MS Word
format via email within seven to ten business days (or
earlier if you have made prior arrangements with your
writer). From there, the resume is fine-tuned as you and
your writer work as a team to make whatever minor revisions
or adjustments are necessary. Your project is complete
when you are 100% satisfied with your resume.
