Frequently Asked Questions
CV Writing
Building your new Curriculum Vitae requires effective information gathering and collaboration for an authentic end-product. The customer intake process helps to gather information on important variables like your desired job title and industry.
After the intake process, your first drafts are prepared and uploaded within 7 business days. You have an ample 30-day window for finetuning to ensure your full satisfaction with the final copies. Final documents are saved in MS Word and PDF.
We pledge to deliver on the following timelines:
- First drafts delivered in 7 business days (after completion of intake process)
- All draft revisions delivered in 3 business days (per each round)
In general, the Resume Writing process lasts from 10 to 30 business days (start to finish). This timeline factors-in completion of the intake process, first draft development, draft revisions, and preparation of final proofed copies.
Please see the Resume Writing Process page for an extended overview.
LinkedIn Optimization
LinkedIn Optimization comes after the CV Writing process. For your LinkedIn profile, we develop unique content that communicates a clear message and captures attention while improving your profile’s search performance. In addition, we analyze your profile and make suggestions for improvement. Similar to the CV Writing process, unlimited revisions allow for refinements and improvements to ensure your complete satisfaction with the new LinkedIn profile content. The end result is a LinkedIn profile that compliments to your new CV.
Yes, an in-depth phone consultation is a standard part of the intake process.
This discreet and confidential phone call is beneficial to the CV development process for familiarizing with your background and fleshing out your objectives (occupation, industry, and seniority level).
Upon first draft delivery, document revisions are typically handled through written correspondence, although phone calls are happily arranged upon request.
Unlimited Revisions allow for edits, revisions, and questions for a period of 30-days after receiving your first drafts.
We do our very best to develop flawless documents on the first try. Your input is helpful in building documents that are properly aligned with your goals. Constructive feedback and helpful comments and questions are welcome.
The process for making revisions typically involves downloading the document in MS Word and using track changes / comments to make markups, then uploading your revised draft into the secure and confidential customer portal. Although written revisions tend to be most productive, phone call requests are happily accommodated.
We aim to provide timely and thorough responses. Please allow up to three business days turnaround time for each set of draft revisions.
In general, anyone with an extensive academic or research background containing multiple publications, presentations, grants, and other achievements. This includes college professors, judges, scientists, researchers, medical doctors, and more.
In the United States, a Resume and a CV are both used to apply for jobs, but they differ in their purpose, length, and content.
A Resume is a concise, one- or two-page document that summarizes your relevant work experience, education, skills, and achievements. It's typically used in the private sector, where employers value skills and experience over academic credentials.
Conversely, a Curriculum Vitae (CV) is a more comprehensive document that includes information on your education, research and teaching experience, publications, awards and honors, and other achievements.
CVs are typically used in academic and research fields and can be several pages long.
Rush (+$300) significantly expedites the CV Writing process.
Under the normal timeline, your first draft is ready in seven business days (draft revisions in three business days). Rush (60% faster!) delivers your first draft in three business days (draft revisions in one business day).
Please bear in mind these timelines require your participation in completing the client intake process (online introductory questionnaire and telephone consultation).
*Rush applies to only the CV and Cover Letter aspect of this service.
CV includes a matching Thank You Letter and References List as well as an optional Cover Letter (use dropdowns to add) to ensure you're fully equipped for the job search.
Additionally, this service includes access to our entire library of exercises, guides, and worksheets which are free for you to download within the customer portal.
Job Search Guides
- Guide to Applicant Tracking Systems
- Guide to Behavioral Interviewing
- Guide to Comparing Job Offers
- Guide to Cover Letters
- Guide to Customizing Your Resume
- Guide to Explaining Why You Left A Job (During an Interview)
- Guide to Facing Unemployment
- Guide to the Hidden Job Market
- Guide to Job Search After Age 50
- Guide to Job Search Letters (Letters of Acceptance, Refusal, and Resignation)
- Guide to Knowing When It's Time For A Career Change
- Guide to Networking
- Guide to Professional References
- Guide to Quitting Your Job
- Guide to Salary Negotiation
- Guide to Salary Transparency
- Guide to What to Do After the Interview
- Career Discovery Pondering Questions
- Career Values Identification Workbook
- Researching Occupations Exercise
- 3 Month Vision Worksheet
- Annual Goal Setting Worksheet
- Rocking Chair Life Visioning Exercise
- SMART Goal Setting Exercise
- Understanding The Why of Your Goals
- Wacky Wild Goal Brainstorming
- Elevator Pitch
- Interview Cheat Sheet
- Interview Recap Worksheet
- Interview Script
- Company Target List Worksheet
- Job Search Fundamentals Checklist
- Job Search Tracker (excel)
- Monthly Goals Worksheet
- Requesting an Informational Interview
- Boost Your Strengths Exercise
- Weakness Zapper
- 360 Feedback Exercise
- Find Your Hidden Treasure
- Get Perspective Worksheet
- Job Focus Grid
- Personal SWOT Exercise
- Sample Values List
- Top 10 Cognitive Distortions
LinkedIn™ Optimization is our signature service for overhauling your LinkedIn profile.
We develop unique content that communicates a clear message and is loaded with keywords to improve your profile’s visibility. We also analyze your profile and make suggestions. The end result is an enhanced LinkedIn profile that builds your image, compliments your CV, and puts your best foot forward.
We develop content and make recommendations for all sections of your LinkedIn profile including:
- About
- Awards
- Certifications
- Courses
- Education
- Featured Media
- Groups
- Headline
- Languages
- Open to Opportunities
- Organizations
- Patents
- Photo Selection
- Projects
- Publications
- Recommendations
- Skills & Endorsements
- Volunteerism
- Work History
LinkedIn Optimization is a collaborative effort to improve your profile by developing unique content and leveraging the key features of your LinkedIn profile.
We create the content for your new LinkedIn profile on a helpful worksheet. Simply copy and paste the content from the worksheet into your LinkedIn profile.
If you’re unfamiliar with updating your LinkedIn profile, we're happy to provide support to ensure your updates are completed successfully.
Yes. This service makes a great gift for loved ones and friends.
Simply place your order here on the website and include the name and email address of your gift recipient into the 'order notes' at checkout.
Curriculum Vitae ranges from $595 to $1,450 (depending on multiple factors). Please make your selections from the dropdowns below the FAQs to see exact pricing.
The price you see is the price you pay; no sales tax or hidden fees.
Rates vary based on seniority level. This is a fairly good indicator for how time consuming and complex a project typically is. Please select the level that most appropriately describes your experience and career profile.
Yes, this is the most cost effective way to build your new Curriculum Vitae + Cover Letter + LinkedIn Optimization. These services are included in this package at reduced rates (compared to their standalone rates).
