Let TopResume's ‘GetHiredNow' revolutionize your next job hunt—Here's how
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Let's be honest: job hunting can be the bane of our existence when we're *really* in the thick of it. It's exhausting and demoralizing, and half the time, it feels like you're launching resumes into a black hole.
The modern job search is a high-stakes, full-time hustle — and somehow, you're supposed to do it while working your actual full-time job, paying your bills and pretending you're not screaming inside. Fun, right?
Enter TopResume. On May 8, one of Post Wanted's go-to resume-writing services pulled a bold move: it launched 'GetHiredNow,' a full-blown job placement service that takes over everything, not only your resume and LinkedIn.
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The new service takes strategy, applications networking, recruiter outreach and interview prep into account. Consider it your personal job search SWAT team.
For anyone who's ever fantasized about outsourcing the entire soul-crushing slog of finding a job, this is it. You don't lift a finger until it's time to shake someone's hand and sign the offer letter.
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It's the first offering of its kind, and TopResume didn't cut corners. With 'GetHiredNow,' you'll have access to a roster of career pros who do the work for you. From dedicated account managers and writers to strategists and application specialists, your helpers plan your search, run your search and apply to jobs for you. That means you can focus more on living your life, BTW.
If you're wondering, 'Okay, but does it actually work?,' here's what the numbers say. Job seekers using GetHiredNow land roles three times faster than going it alone. They land 33% more interviews, with 7% more offers.
While it's a pretty penny for the soups-to-nuts service, it's well worth the cost. The Professional Package starts at $1,450, and the Executive Package comes in at $3,450. But this isn't a random resume writer and that's it; this is your job search done for you, front to back.
For executives, the perks include private equity outreach, search firm distribution and exclusive roundtables (because, let's face it: your next six-figure leap isn't happening on Indeed).
Both packages include everything you'd expect, and then some: a career consultation, customized job strategy, resume and cover letter creation, optimized LinkedIn branding, tailored applications, resume distribution and interview coaching. With TopResume, you'll also receive unlimited coaching, career assessments, webinars, digital learning and all the support you didn't even know you needed.
What's possibly the most impressive aspect of this new service is that TopResume applies to jobs for you. That means that someone else is out there finding the roles, tailoring your materials and, quite literally, clicking 'submit' like your personal job search concierge. You can almost hear the collective sigh of relief from exhausted professionals everywhere.
The Executive Package ups the game with real power tools as well. This package includes access to executive roundtables, targeted search firm outreach and a line into private equity recruiters. It's built for senior leaders who can't afford to waste six months scrolling LinkedIn and sending emails into the void.
What 'GetHiredNow' represents is a shift in how we think about job searching itself. For years, we've been told we have to hustle harder, network more and be our own brand evangelist. But, the truth is, not everyone has the time, knowledge or emotional bandwidth to job hunt effectively. And honestly, they shouldn't have to.
Why wouldn't you outsource your job search the same way you'd hire a financial advisor, a personal trainer or a CPA? Your career is one of your biggest investments, and TopResume's betting that smart professionals are ready to stop DIY-ing their future.
Of course, this service isn't for everyone. If you're happy combing job boards at 2 a.m. with a half-empty glass of wine, go forth. But if you're serious about landing your next role without the chaos, TopResume's 'GetHiredNow' is a no-brainer.
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