At Revision Resume we encounter clients at many different stages of their job-seeking journey.
Some are in an urgent job search because they are currently out of work. They have bills to pay and no money coming in. They can't move too slowly because they need a paycheck ASAP.
Others are in a stable role, but desire something different. Maybe they are seeking a promotion and know growth is not possible in their current job. Or, they are unhappy in their current situation and would really like to get out for their health and well-being. Unfortunately, individuals sometimes wind up in a toxic work environment and a job change is the only solution.
Those that are in an urgent situation commonly are very proactive about getting their resume up-to-date, effectively networking and submitting job applications to roles that look like a good match. They are often able to successfully gain interviews -- and even job offers -- within a few months.
It is the second category where we see people spinning their wheels. They could advance their career -- and improve their life -- if they took the right steps, but instead they are idle. They talk about updating or creating their resume, but never seem to get around to actually doing it. They say "next month I will have time" but next month goes by and they are no further along than they were originally. In fact, often month after month passes and no progress occurs. Eventually six months -- or even a year -- passes and they are still in the same role, having made no career advancement. If you find this describes you, Revision Resume is here to help!
It is actually possible to stay in a role for too long...don't let it happen to you! If you have set yourself a goal of getting your resume updated weeks -- or even months -- ago and still haven't found the time to modify it, you may be missing out on valuable opportunities. If you have you seen job postings that are of interest but couldn't apply because your documents weren't in order, you likely did miss out on a potential career advancement.
We understand that you are busy working full-time and also trying to handle a job search. It is A LOT! You may also have family members to care for, resulting in even less spare time. Yet the short-term discomfort of trying to pursue something new while balancing everything else is worthwhile. Revision Resume is here to take some of the work off of your to-do list, save you time, and move your career forward!
Don't make the mistake of letting more time pass! Contact us to see how we can assist you. We offer a variety of service options and start with a complimentary 15-minute conversation where we get a sense of your background, desired trajectory, and what you are looking for (resume critique, resume creation, other career services, etc). During this meeting we can provide you a cost estimate for the services that make the most sense for your specific situation. You can take some time to think it over and get back to us when you are ready to proceed. With our assistance, you will be applying for new roles within a few weeks!
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