Q: What are the main benefits to hiring a “pro?”

A: By hiring a professional, you’ll gain access to:

• Expert resumé writing/editing/design skills.
• Needed objectivity and expertise to play up your strengths, downplay your weaknesses, and position you for interview success.
• The precise know-how to target your career and industry correctly.
• Winning resumé, job search, interviewing, and salary negotiation strategies from the recognized “experts.”
• Experienced professionals who have passed rigorous resumé industry exams and demonstrated their commitment to the profession by obtaining ongoing training.

Q: What kinds of credentials do professional resumé writers have?

A: Credentials are varied and can include degrees, certifications, professional memberships, supplemental training, resumé expert classification by online career databases, industry-related positions, and/or being a published writer or convention speaker. resumé writers across the
country who are serious about their profession are members of one or more professional organizations. The highest standard in the resumé profession is attainment of one or more certifications.

Q: What kinds of services are offered by resumé writing or career coaching firms?

A: Most firms offer printed resumés and cover letters, scannable resumés, and e-mail resumés. Many firms offer resumé packages, reference lists, web posting, resumé distribution services, interview thank-you letters, job search coaching, and interview coaching. A select few provide HTML resumés, recommendation and resignation letters, testimonial sheets, career transition coaching, lifetime updates, portfolio compilations, and grant/business plan writing services.

Q: Why should I hire a member of the NRWA?

A: Because it will maximize your resumé’s results and your job search success. Firms with NRWA membership offer you the distinct advantage of top-quality writers who remain on the cutting-edge of resumé writing. The NRWA provides continuous educational, mentoring, and training opportunities for its members, so you can be confident that your resumé will be expertly prepared.

Q: How long have you been in business?

A: Resumés by Lynda™ has served colleagues, friends and relatives since 1988. It became a registered business in September 1999.

Q: What sets your business apart from competitors?

A: Resumés by Lynda™ gives customers intensive personalized service. Documents are succinct and highlight customer qualifications. Services are modestly priced and produce positive outcomes for our customers.

Q: If I want my resumé done, how do I proceed?

A: You may purchase services from Resumés by Lynda™ in a number of ways. Online purchases can be made by browsing the services section and making your selection . Payment by major credit card is required. Orders may be mailed to Resumés by Lynda P.O. Box 60676, Palo Alto,Ca 94306-0676 or faxed to 650.856.4011, and phoned into 650.856.6660. Mail order, phone and fax orders must be accompanied by bank checks or money orders.

Q: What if I need a consultation or have a question?

A: Consultation and questions are welcomed and may be handled via fax, phone or e-mail. Send a detailed fax, e-mail or leave a message. You will receive a prompt response. Our goal is to serve you with distinction.

Q: Do you have a referral program?

A: Recommend us to someone in need of document creation or resuscitation and earn 10% off your next service when your referral places an order. We always ask, but make sure they mention your name.