If you need a resume and/or cover letter, I'm your gal!

[liberalhistorian]

I've been writing resumes and cover letters for friends and family for awhile, and have now decided to expand it into a free-lance side business as well. I've always been good with words and an ace at almost any kind of writing, and I especially enjoy helping people find the best way to sell themselves to employers so that they can get the kind of job they want.

I'm planning on focusing on legal positions and second-career resumes in the near future, but for now my focus remains general resumes and cover letters tailored to each specific position. And, faithful DUer that I am, DUers definitely get a big discount! So if you need assistance in this area, or know anyone else who does, let me know!

[Nikia]

1. How much are you charging?

I don't think that my resume adequately portrays me. Could you do two dufferent ones for me? I am considering continuing my career in the food industry, but also would consider research and development lab work in other industries. The two would have to be slanted a bit differently.

[liberalhistorian]

2. Sure, I could do that for you!

As for how much I'm charging, I haven't really totally decided yet. I suppose it would depend on how much work is involved. What would you consider to be a reasonable charge?

[tjdee]

7. Sorry to interrupt...

You could prolly look around on the 'net to see what other folks are charging and work around that too....just an idea...

[Nikia]

8. I'll think about that too

I might PM later.

[northzax]

3. you gots any samples?

for review by the great unemployed masses?

[liberalhistorian]

4. Yes, I do, but not as many as I'd like to have

at this point. I'm developing a portfolio right now.

[Kellanved]

5. I might get back to you

Looking for a job is a globalized affair these days.

[liberalhistorian]

6. Yes, indeed it is,

and people like you who recognize that fact have a better chance of getting a good job.

[Abe Linkman]

9. The #1 job hunting problem ISN'T having a "good" resume

The #1 job hunting problem is: How To Get Interviews.

Unfortunatley, co's today use resumes to screen people out, so UNLESS you are trying to make a lateral move within your current industry, your resume will almost certainly get tossed.

For most people, a plain standard resume will serve its purpose just fine. A gussied-up resume is still going to get rejected if your current job title and industry are different than what you are applying for. (yes, some people do get lucky, but don't count on it)

So, if you want a different kind of job than your present one, give your resume a rest, and work on solving YOUR BIGGEST CHALLENGE: Getting Interviews With People Who Can Hire You.

The best way to do THAT is by sending just a letter to the head of the dpeartment you want to work in. When you go in for your interview, THAT'S the time to gracefully surrender your resume. You will have already solved your BIGGEST problem - getting an interview.

Obviously, this strategy requires something more potent than a glorified cover letter, but if you know how to sell yourself in person, maybe you can do a good enough job in a letter to get the desired result.

* The above is based on my personal experience as a Job Hunter's Consultant Since 1987. Since I take PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY for the success of my clients, what I do, and what I am recommending has to work. And, it does, too.

See: expage.com/1smartway

expage.com/careersearch