As with most infrequent tasks, writing a resume can be frustrating for the novice. Writing a resume can be a daunting task as it can be difficult to objectively communicate your professional experience without either minimizing your accomplishments or overstating your importance. As a general rule, most people are uncomfortable “selling” themselves on paper and thus cannot write a compelling resume.
An excellent resume and cover letter are essential tools for creating a professional first impression with hiring managers. They often determine whether or not you’ll be invited to interview for the job.
At The Arnold Group, we have been reading, writing and editing resumes for more than 30 years. We have read, written and edited literally thousands of resumes. Our experience and expertise enables us to portray your skills, talents and abilities in the most effective method to attract an interviewer’s attention, thus leading to more job interviews.
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A resume should be a well thought out, detailed summary highlighting
the most significant accomplishments and responsibilities of your
career. TAG offers suggestions on content, layout, and design. Cover
letter critiquing is also available to TAG customers utilizing either
of TAG’s Resume Critiquing Services at no additional cost.
Priority Resume Critiquing Service (Next Business Day)
Resume must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. CST and will be completed within one (1) business day of submission.
TAG’s resume writers work with customers to build an effective resume
tailored to their specific job search. If interested in our
professional resume writing services, you will be asked to
submit your current resume and/or complete TAG’s
comprehensive resume planning worksheet regarding
current and previous employment experience, responsibilities,
accomplishments, education, affiliations and service.
Bronze: Up to one year of experience.
Silver: One to three years of experience.
Gold: Four to 10 years of experience.
Platinum: 10+ years of experience.
TAG's resume customers receive a resume draft(s) via e-mail to review and ensure
content accuracy. Upon approval of the final draft, TAG will
provide
customers with up to 25 professional laser prints of their
resume on resume paper as well as electronic formats (MS Word & PDF
formats.)
Unconditional Guarantee:
TAG’s resumes will generate interviews or we
will write a new resume and provide a coaching session at no additional
cost to you.
Overall presentation is essential when seeking new employment
opportunities. Enhance your marketability with the right tools for your
job search campaign. TAG offers professionally written cover letters,
references, salary history, thank you letters, and action letters to
complement your resume.
Professional Cover Letter:
The cover letter is the first opportunity to make a lasting impression
on potential employers. TAG’s resume writers will develop a cover
letter, which will help you stand apart from the crowd.
References:
Potential employers require professional references. Your list of
references should be more than a list of names. TAG will include
specific accomplishments from previous employers along with your
reference names, relationships and contact information. Offer your
references confidently with a professionally written reference page.
Salary History Summary:
TAG’s professionally written salary history summary couples your
compensation with accomplishments, validating your professional worth
to potential employers.
Thank You Letter:
Follow up every job search activity (interview, meeting, etc.) with a
tailored letter. Intended to serve as a reminder and reiterate your key
qualifications, this letter says more than just “thank you,” and can
make a difference in how potential employer’s view and remember your
candidacy.
Action Letter:
Initiate action after a meeting or interview. Follow up with a
company/recruiter when a time lag occurs. Control the next step in your
career search process with this professionally written action letter.
Complementary Services Package:
Customers receive a discount when you purchase all five complementary
resume services – cover letters, references, salary history, thank you
letter, and action letter.
Resume Critiquing:
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$35 - Standard (Up to 5 Business Days)
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$75 - Priority (Next Business Day)
Resume Writing:
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$125 - Bronze (0 - 1 yr. exp.)
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$175 - Silver (1 - 3 yrs. exp.)
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$225 - Gold (4 - 10 yrs. exp.)
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$275 - Platinum (10+ yrs. exp.)
Complementary Services:
- $35 - Professional Cover Letter
- $15 - References
- $15 - Salary History Summary
- $35 - Thank You Letter
- $25 - Action Letter
Complementary Services Package:
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$100 - All five (5) complementary services
*Please allow up to five business days for standard resume
critiques, writing, and complementary services to be completed.
Deadline begins upon receipt of all required information and acceptance
of payment.
- To get started, simply complete TAG's Resume Services Order Form and
then complete and submit the resume planning worksheet. Once we receive
these items, one of TAG’s resume writers will contact you within 24
hours.
- All fees are payable in U.S. dollars by credit card only and are due at
time of request. Payment is non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Customers are responsible for priority or overnight shipping and handling costs.