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Forbes
23-07-2025
- General
- Forbes
'Tweaking Your Resume: What Absurd Thing To Do.
The concept of employment and job interviews. Young woman during job interview, main focus on CV. It's the most common request I get as a career coach. I'm talking about 'tweaking' resumes. Being in the career coaching business, I deal with thousands of resumes, not to mention all other facets of career coaching, and as a hiring manager most of my career, I've read probably 10,000 resumes or more (imagine how many I received that I didn't read). With my background in mind, it should come as no surprise to you when I say (and I have said it many times) that your resume is the most important piece of communication you'll ever write. It is the way the world sees you before it meets you, the critical first impression you make, your declaration of self, the case you make for inclusion in someone else's future. It is a sacred document. So why do so many people think that something this important should be 'tweaked' rather than seriously written? 'Tweaked,' not revised? 'Tweaked,' not updated? 'Tweaked,' rather than modified? 'Tweaked' – OMG! Sorry I overused that word, but the best way to point out an absurdity is to exaggerate it. And that's exactly what I intend to do – until I make my point. I'm not done. 'Tweaking' implies a casual approach. It implies improvisation, lack of gravity, simplicity, and lack of consequence. I really don't believe anyone thinks a resume is a thing to take casually, but then everyone wants to 'tweak' their resumes. Ridiculous! Not only is 'tweaking' the wrong approach, even the word 'tweak' itself is a silly word, like 'Twitter' and 'Tweet,' but don't get me started on that. That's for another day soon. I promise. To further emphasize the absurdity of 'tweaking' let me ask: Did Michelangelo 'tweak' David? I doubt it. Did Leonardo 'tweak' the Mona Lisa? Not a chance. Did Jefferson 'tweak' the Declaration of Independence? Ha! These questions are relevant. Writing, you see, is an art, and what you write can have anywhere from no effect to high impact – just like the examples above. It's not for nothing that I do a whole unit in my communication class on revision alone. It's a serious, disciplined effort. It's not 'tweaking.' Let's take the Declaration of Independence, for example. The second paragraph begins with the immortal sentence, 'We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.' Most of us know this by heart since childhood. But what you may not know is that Jefferson, unanimously chosen by his peers to write the Declaration despite being only 33 years old, actually wrote something different. 'We hold these truths to be sacred,' he began. But sitting on what amounted to the editorial review board was wise old Benjamin Franklin, more than twice Jefferson's age at the time. Old Ben suggested to young Thom, 'If we say sacred, that is arguable. If we say self-evident, we shall make the King look the fool he is.' The rest is history. The point is that Franklin didn't send Jefferson's draft back to him with a suggestion to 'tweak' it, for God sake. Although the change he suggested was only one word, we see deep reflection, we see concentration on the effect of just one word, we see a major reconstruction in one word, and we see the result of just one word. It was not 'tweaked Your resume is much too important to 'tweak.' It is your declaration, and even the smallest of revisions is major. The slightest change in one word, let alone bigger changes, can make all the difference in the world. You need to take your resume more seriously than thinking of it as something to be 'tweaked' on a whim or a fancy. Even the placement of one word – and the variations of emphasis on that word – can create influence on the reader. Imagine, if you will, the question, 'What are you doing?' Now, repeat the question aloud four times, each time emphasizing a different word in the question, like this: 'WHAT are you doing?' 'What ARE you doing?' 'What are YOU doing?' and 'What are you DOING?' See? You heard a different implication each time, no? The written word comes across that way, too – so thought, care, and consideration are in order – not 'tweaking.' I know I've been whipping this horse down the stretch, but that's exactly my intent. And while I'm at it (and not out of room yet, either), I'll give you one more way of looking at this. If you had a contractor doing the addition of a room or your roof or your floors, would you settle for a 'tweak' or would you be more insistent on a total job and careful workmanship? Or if you were going in for surgery, would it be OK if your doctor said, 'I think I'll just 'tweak' your coronary arteries' or if your plastic surgeon said, 'I'll just 'tweak' your face lift?' So OK, if I had to get a little absurd to make the point, then so be it. But I hope you get the point. No more 'tweaking' resumes.
Associated Press
20-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
TopResume Announces GetHiredNow, a New Concierge-Style, Career-Placement Solution Offering Guaranteed Support to Job Seekers Until They're Hired
NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / May 20, 2025 / TopResume, the world's largest resume-writing service, today announced the launch of GetHiredNow, a premium, personalized job-placement service that offers full-spectrum support to job seekers. With one upfront fee, the offering is designed to guide clients every step of the way - through expert resume writing, coaching, and networking outreach - until they land their next job. GetHiredNow provides clients with a dedicated team of experts, including a career coach, professional resume writer, and a job-application specialist, to manage every part of their job search. Job seekers benefit from a tailored job-search strategy, professionally written resume and LinkedIn profile, targeted recruiter outreach, and ongoing coaching support. 'Our goal with GetHiredNow is to redefine what job-search support looks like, especially in today's rapidly shifting job market, where uncertainty is the norm,' said Anna Klayman, Chief Marketing Officer of the parent company of TopResume. 'This is not just another set of tools - it's a fully integrated, end-to-end career solution that delivers on outcomes. What sets it apart is the unprecedented level of access and guidance we offer: we guarantee support from a professional coach until the job seeker lands their next role.' The new service includes three tiers to cater to the unique needs of job seekers at various career stages: 'What sets GetHiredNow apart isn't just the quality of the tools or the strategy - it's the people behind it,' said TopResume career expert Amanda Augustine, who is a Certified Professional Career Coach. 'When you partner with us, you're not navigating the job search alone. You're working with a coach that meets you where you are, helps clarify what you want next, and guides you through every key milestone of your search - from developing your personal brand to preparing for interviews and negotiating offers. Along the way, they'll connect you with the right tools at the right time, so you can make every move with intention. It's a hands-on, highly personalized experience designed to help you land the right role with clarity and confidence.' All three packages are designed to streamline the job-search process, saving clients time while giving them a professional edge in an increasingly competitive job market. TopResume's GetHiredNow provides job seekers with a comprehensive solution that combines the power of expert coaching, professional writing, and a proprietary platform that ensures clients stay focused and supported throughout their search. For more information on GetHiredNow, visit About TopResume TopResume, a brand, is the world's premier resume-writing service and improves millions of resumes and LinkedIn profiles every year. It enhances job seekers' chances of interviews and promotion by leveraging the expertise of professional writers with specific expertise. It offers tailored resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn makeovers that showcase each individual's unique skills and experience. When customers use one of TopResume's services, they now unlock 18 powerful tools to help them get hired and promoted faster. Follow TopResume on Facebook, LinkedIn, X, and Instagram. *Those enrolled in the GetHiredNow program will have unlimited access to their coach until they land their new position or one year from their subscription commencement date, whichever is earlier. # # # CONTACT: Lisa Hagendorf Centerpiece Public Relations [email protected] SOURCE: TopResume press release
