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The profession of professional resume writing is absolutely exploding today with a Google search for resume writing returning a whopping 1.15 billion results. But if you’re considering resume writing for your second act or you’re on that entrepreneurial path already, you’re going to want to consider the six key steps I lay out in my Forbes Coaches Council article: Six Steps To Your Successful Second Act As A Professional Resume Writer. Some of this information was gleamed through CDI’s Critical Industry Analysis survey, which allowed me to document what was working (and what wasn’t) in the growth of resume writing and career coaching practices in the past year. I’d also recommend catching replays of my weekly livestream show where I’ve done deep dives into the how of building a 6-figure practice and am currently interviewing other career industry entrepreneurs to share their secrets. We’re streaming every Wednesday at 3:45 PM Eastern on CDI’s YouTube channel, LinkedIn page, and in our Facebook group. But start here with these six steps! While there’s more to building your skillset and launching and running a successful practice, these represent critical infrastructure that has paid off again and again for members, private clients, and for me as well. Check out the article for details on the following: 1 - SWOT analyze yourself. 2 - Don’t skip training and certification. 3 – Establish a strong online presence. 4 – Network and collaborate. 5 - Introduce packaging with an effective consultation strategy immediately. 6 - Wire your brain for success. Read the article at https://buff.ly/4bZkF0n. 🔸🔸🔸 🔸 I’m CDI’s President, Laura DeCarlo. I help resume writers and career coaches to bust their barriers and rocket to success. 🚀 CDI is a global professional association and consulting organization. Visit CDI for a free taste of master resources. Join the waitlist for membership and check out our non-member certification and training opportunities. Need help now? Send a DM. #startupsuccess #entrepreneurshipsuccess #secondact #resumewriter #careercoach

The profession of professional resume writing is absolutely exploding today with a Google search for resume writing returning a whopping 1.15 billion results. But if you’re considering resume writing for your second act or you’re on that entrepreneurial path already, you’re going to want to consider the six key steps I lay out in my Forbes Coaches Council article: Six Steps To Your Successful Second Act As A Professional Resume Writer. Some of this information was gleamed through CDI’s Critical Industry Analysis survey, which allowed me to document what was working (and what wasn’t) in the growth of resume writing and career coaching practices in the past year. I’d also recommend catching replays of my weekly livestream show where I’ve done deep dives into the how of building a 6-figure practice and am currently interviewing other career industry entrepreneurs to share their secrets. We’re streaming every Wednesday at 3:45 PM Eastern on CDI’s YouTube channel, LinkedIn page, and in our Facebook group. But start here with these six steps! While there’s more to building your skillset and launching and running a successful practice, these represent critical infrastructure that has paid off again and again for members, private clients, and for me as well. Check out the article for details on the following: 1 - SWOT analyze yourself. 2 - Don’t skip training and certification. 3 – Establish a strong online presence. 4 – Network and collaborate. 5 - Introduce packaging with an effective consultation strategy immediately. 6 - Wire your brain for success. Read the article at https://buff.ly/4bZkF0n. 🔸🔸🔸 🔸 I’m CDI’s President, Laura DeCarlo. I help resume writers and career coaches to bust their barriers and rocket to success. 🚀 CDI is a global professional association and consulting organization. Visit CDI for a free taste of master resources. Join the waitlist for membership and check out our non-member certification and training opportunities. Need help now? Send a DM. #startupsuccess #entrepreneurshipsuccess #secondact #resumewriter #careercoach

Growjunction Management Consulting Program - #10 🚀 Elevating Professional Narrative with Growjunction's Resume Building 🚀 Diving into the world of professional development, the recent resume building session with Growjunction was a game-changer for crafting my professional story. As we navigated through the nuances of resume creation, it was clear that this was more than just a workshop; it was a strategic session aimed at branding ourselves in the competitive job market. Sculpting the Professional You: The workshop began with an emphasis on understanding the purpose of a resume - not merely a list of experiences, but a cohesive narrative that showcases one's trajectory, skills, and potential. Growjunction's approach was meticulous, guiding us through each section of the resume with a fine-tooth comb. We tackled the challenge of tailoring our resumes for our dream roles, aligning our skills and experiences with what employers seek. Learning how to emphasize achievements over tasks, use action verbs, and quantify accomplishments transformed my resume from a bland enumeration to a compelling story of my professional journey. Art and Science of Resume Crafting: The art of resume building was demystified as we explored different formats and designs. Growjunction highlighted the balance between aesthetic appeal and content clarity, ensuring that our resumes stand out while maintaining a professional sheen. We discussed the science behind applicant tracking systems (ATS) and how to optimize our resumes for this digital gatekeeper. The insights into keyword optimization and format compatibility were particularly enlightening, arming us with the knowledge to get our resumes past algorithms and into human hands. The resume building session with Growjunction has been instrumental in refining my professional image on paper. I am now equipped with a powerful tool that speaks volumes before I even enter the interview room. A heartfelt thank you to the Growjunction mentors for their invaluable guidance. Here's to stepping into the future with resumes that open doors and narratives that inspire! #ResumeBuilding #ProfessionalStory #Growjunction #CareerDevelopment #ProfessionalNarrative #ManagementConsulting

Do this and you’ll achieve every goal you go after, not just entering the TORIs. Here’s the advice of my recent show guest, Deborah L. Schuster, CPRW, CERM, CGRA, 6X award-winning resume writer: “Schedule time to work on the TORIs. Put it right on your calendar. If you don’t, it won’t happen.” That’s right! If it doesn’t show up on your calendar, how’s it going to make it into your day? Something else will always take precedence and you’ll push it off and push it off until you run out of time. Taking advantage of career-changing opportunities like the annual TORI awards won’t happen by chance but by choice! Whatever you want to do, pull out your calendar now and block two, that’s right TWO time slots in the next week. Can’t find any? We need to work on pricing, packaging, consultation strategy, scheduling, and client control. (All great lessons we have in CDI membership which opens to our waitlist tomorrow). When you block two spots each week, if one gets snapped up by an emergency, you’ll have a back up. Get your calendar and do this now! The 24th annual TORIs are open now for professional resume writers. Visit the show replay page for links to related free and member resources around goal setting, planning, resume writing/design + TORI information at https://lnkd.in/eyc4UqCt. 🔸🔸🔸 🔸 I’m CDI’s President, Laura DeCarlo. I help entrepreneurs, with a specialty in resume writers and career coaches, to bust their barriers and rocket to success. 🚀 CDI is a global professional association and consulting organization. Visit CDI for a free taste of master resources. Join the waitlist for membership and check out our non-member certification and training opportunities. Need help now? Send a DM. #resumewriter #professionalresumewriter #bestresumewriter #tori

The opportunity for professional resume writers is absolutely exploding today with a Google search for resume writing returning a whopping 1.15 billion results. But if you’re considering resume writing for your second act or you’re on that entrepreneurial path already, you’re going to want to consider the six key steps I lay out in my newest Forbes Coaches Council article: Six Steps To Your Successful Second Act As A Professional Resume Writer. Some of this information was gleamed through CDI’s Critical Industry Analysis survey, which allowed me to document what was working (and what wasn’t) in the growth of resume writing and career coaching practices in 2023. I’d also recommend catching replays of my weekly livestream show where I’ve done deep dives into the how of building a 6-figure practice and am currently interviewing other career industry entrepreneurs to share their secrets. We’re streaming every Wednesday at 3:45 PM Eastern on CDI’s YouTube channel, LinkedIn page, and in our Facebook group. But start here with these six steps! While there’s more to building your skillset and launching and running a successful practice, these represent critical infrastructure that has paid off again and again for members, private clients, and for me as well. Check out the article for details on the following: 1 - SWOT analyze yourself. 2 - Don’t skip training and certification. 3 – Establish a strong online presence. 4 – Network and collaborate. 5 - Introduce packaging with an effective consultation strategy immediately. 6 - Wire your brain for success. Read the article at https://buff.ly/4bZkF0n. 🔸🔸🔸 🔸 I’m CDI’s President, Laura DeCarlo. I help entrepreneurs, with a specialty in resume writers and career coaches, to bust their barriers and rocket to success. 🚀 CDI is a global professional association and consulting organization. Visit CDI for a free taste of master resources. Join the waitlist for membership and check out our non-member certification and training opportunities. Need help now? Send a DM. #startupsuccess #entrepreneurshipsuccess #secondact #resumewriter #careercoach

The opportunity for professional resume writers is absolutely exploding today with a Google search for resume writing returning a whopping 1.15 billion results. But if you’re considering resume writing for your second act or you’re on that entrepreneurial path already, you’re going to want to consider the six key steps I lay out in my newest Forbes Coaches Council article: Six Steps To Your Successful Second Act As A Professional Resume Writer. Some of this information was gleamed through CDI’s Critical Industry Analysis survey, which allowed me to document what was working (and what wasn’t) in the growth of resume writing and career coaching practices in 2023. I’d also recommend catching replays of my weekly livestream show where I’ve done deep dives into the how of building a 6-figure practice and am currently interviewing other career industry entrepreneurs to share their secrets. We’re streaming every Wednesday at 3:45 PM Eastern on CDI’s YouTube channel, LinkedIn page, and in our Facebook group. But start here with these six steps! While there’s more to building your skillset and launching and running a successful practice, these represent critical infrastructure that has paid off again and again for members, private clients, and for me as well. Check out the article for details on the following: 1 - SWOT analyze yourself. 2 - Don’t skip training and certification. 3 – Establish a strong online presence. 4 – Network and collaborate. 5 - Introduce packaging with an effective consultation strategy immediately. 6 - Wire your brain for success. Read the article at https://buff.ly/4bZkF0n. 🔸🔸🔸 🔸 I’m CDI’s President, Laura DeCarlo. I help entrepreneurs, with a specialty in resume writers and career coaches, to bust their barriers and rocket to success. 🚀 CDI is a global professional association and consulting organization. Visit CDI for a free taste of master resources. Join the waitlist for membership and check out our non-member certification and training opportunities. Need help now? Send a DM. #startupsuccess #entrepreneurshipsuccess #secondact #resumewriter #careercoach

Craft Impactful Resume Bullets:  A Simple Framework That Works When it comes to writing resume bullets, clarity and structure are key. Recently, I experimented with three ways to describe the same accomplishment—and I’d like to share why I believe the second one is the most effective. (I'd like to know which you think is best! My choice down below) Here’s the accomplishment we’re highlighting: What - Jedi trainee completion rates How - mentorship program & training modules When - 12 months Now, let’s break it down into three versions: 1️⃣ 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲, 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗻𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿: "Helped improve the experience of Jedi trainees by designing and implementing a mentorship program alongside updated training modules, which made a noticeable impact on their completion rates over the course of a year." This version is verbose, indirect, and lacks clarity. While it shows effort, it doesn’t immediately communicate the What, How, or When in a concise way. Readers might have to guess the scale of the impact or the timeline. 2️⃣ 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿, 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁-𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱: "Increased Jedi trainee completion rates by X% within 12 months through the implementation of a targeted mentorship program and enhanced training modules." This version is structured around What-How-When: What: Increased Jedi trainee completion rates by X% How: Implemented a targeted mentorship program and enhanced training modules When: 12 months It leads with impact, making the result the first thing the reader notices. This approach captures attention and delivers key information immediately—perfect for resume reviewers who spend seconds scanning each bullet. 3️⃣ 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝗸-𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁-𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱: "Implemented a targeted mentorship program and enhanced training modules, resulting in a X% increase in Jedi trainee completion rates within 12 months." This version leads with the task (the “How”) and ends with the result. While effective, it requires the reader to process the work before understanding the impact. This structure is still strong, but less punchy when compared to version 2. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟮 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗲 Version 2 prioritizes What, grabs attention with measurable impact, and follows with the How and When. By leading with the result, it emphasizes value immediately—an essential strategy for busy recruiters or hiring managers. Next time you’re crafting resume bullets, try the What-How-When framework. Always ask: What: What did I achieve and by how much? How: How did I accomplish it? When: Over what period of time? It’s a simple shift that can make your resume stand out. How do you approach writing strong resume bullets? Share your thoughts below! 👇 Feel free to tweak this or add any personal anecdotes! ♻️ Like, Follow & Repost for more #jobsearch and #resume content like this. #resumetips #resumehelp #resumewriting #careers

Do this and you’ll achieve every goal you go after, not just entering the TORIs. Here’s the advice of my recent show guest, Deborah L. Schuster, CPRW, CERM, CGRA, 6X award-winning resume writer: “Schedule time to work on the TORIs. Put it right on your calendar. If you don’t, it won’t happen.” That’s right! If it doesn’t show up on your calendar, how’s it going to make it into your day? Something else will always take precedence and you’ll push it off and push it off until you run out of time. Taking advantage of career-changing opportunities like the annual TORI awards won’t happen by chance but by choice! Whatever you want to do, pull out your calendar now and block two, that’s right TWO time slots in the next week. Can’t find any? We need to work on pricing, packaging, consultation strategy, scheduling, and client control. (All great lessons we have in Career Directors International membership which is currently open to our waitlist). When you block two spots each week, if one gets snapped up by an emergency, you’ll have a back up. Get your calendar and do this now! The 24th annual TORIs are open now for professional resume writers. Visit the show replay page for links to related free and member resources around goal setting, planning, resume writing/design + TORI information at https://lnkd.in/emJBaBqW. 🔸🔸🔸 🔸 I’m CDI’s President, Laura DeCarlo. I help entrepreneurs, with a specialty in resume writers and career coaches, to bust their barriers and rocket to success. 🚀 CDI is a global professional association and consulting organization. Visit CDI for a free taste of master resources. Join the waitlist for membership and check out our non-member certification and training opportunities. Need help now? Send a DM. #resumewriter #professionalresumewriter #bestresumewriter #tori

Unveiling the Passion Behind Resume Writing: A Journey of Empowerment and Impact In the intricate dance of job applications and career advancements, the humble resume serves as the protagonist, narrating one's professional story in a succinct yet impactful manner. Behind every polished document lies a passion that transcends mere words on a page - a passion that fuels my commitment to the art and science of resume writing. Why am I passionate about resume writing? It's more than just a profession; it's a calling rooted in the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to showcase their true potential and pursue their dream career paths. Here's why: 1. Empowerment Through Storytelling:   Resumes are not just a list of qualifications; they are narratives of individual journeys, aspirations, and achievements. Crafting a resume is akin to weaving a compelling story that highlights a candidate's unique strengths and experiences. I am passionate about empowering individuals to articulate their stories effectively, helping them stand out in a competitive job market. 2. Impactful Career Transformation:   A well-crafted resume has the power to transform lives. It opens doors to new opportunities, propelling individuals towards their career goals. Witnessing the tangible impact of a professionally written resume on my clients' lives is immensely gratifying. Whether it's helping a recent graduate land their first job or assisting a seasoned professional transition to a new industry, the opportunity to be a catalyst for positive change is what drives my passion. 3. Continuous Learning and Adaptation:   The field of resume writing is dynamic, constantly evolving alongside industry trends and hiring practices. Staying abreast of these changes requires continuous learning and adaptation - a challenge that I enthusiastically embrace. From mastering the art of ATS (Applicant Tracking System) optimization to incorporating innovative design elements, I am driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence in my craft. 4. Personal Fulfillment:   Beyond the professional realm, resume writing brings me personal fulfillment and satisfaction. There's a profound sense of accomplishment in knowing that my work plays a pivotal role in shaping someone's career trajectory. Each successfully crafted resume is not just a document; it represents a collaborative journey toward realizing one's full potential. In conclusion, my passion for resume writing transcends the mere act of crafting documents; it embodies a commitment to empowerment, impact, continuous learning, and personal fulfillment. As I embark on this journey with each client, I am reminded of the profound privilege it is to be entrusted with their career aspirations. And it is this privilege that fuels my unwavering dedication to the art of resume writing.

Resume Writers: Exciting news! The 24th TORI resume writing awards are now open at Career Directors International. You can: 1 – Watch show replay of tips and access TORI resources. 2 – Check out the resume coaching bonus for early registrants. Regardless of where your business is today, there are many resume writers, both winners and nominees, who have built high-profit businesses thanks to the TORIs. In fact, the TORIs are considered the lowest cost, highest ROI marketing you can attain for your business. On our site you'll find testimonials from writers who have 2X-3X’d their businesses almost overnight. Check out the replay for: * ROI of participation and the 7 ways you win just by entering. * What a TORI award/nomination has done for your colleagues and what it can do for you. * Best tips for TORI prep and planning, including where to find advice and tutorials from winners and judges. * Answers to most-asked TORI questions and concerns + Q&A. The TORIs are global but still an untapped gem with an average of just 50 people registering annually (50 chances for nomination and 30 for wins across 10 categories). So don’t miss this! To help you make 2024 your year, we’re offering an exciting bonus for those who go all-in during April with 10 categories! You’ll join me for an exclusive hot seat coaching session, a $450 value, where I’ll provide the same consulting as my TORI Master Mentor program, which has helped dozens of resume writers to reach the TORI level. In this group Zoom I’ll review submitted resumes and provide on-the-spot strategy for taking them to the next level. Plus, you’ll receive a recording for reference. Check out the replay, learn about the TORIs, access free/member lessons from winners and judges, and learn about my next show at https://buff.ly/4cUoHra. 🔸🔸🔸 🔸 I’m CDI’s President, Laura DeCarlo. I help resume writers and career coaches to bust their barriers and rocket to success. 🚀 CDI is a global professional association and consulting organization. Visit for a free taste of master resources. Join the waitlist for membership and check out our non-member certification and training opportunities. Need help now? Send a DM. #resumewriter #resumewriting #professionalresumewriter #bestresume