How Resume Target tailored Nicholas's resume for a seamless career transition
"I can't thank them enough. They got me over that hump in my career."— Nicholas K., Senior Professional
"I needed a new resume that showcased my readiness for organizational roles."
Sound familiar? One conversation changed everything for Nicholas.
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"They got to know me as a person so they could best represent me on paper."
Throughout his career, Nicholas primarily held contract consulting roles, which led to frequent transitions every one to two years as contracts expired.
Seeking to pivot into full-time roles focused on change management, particularly within government and large enterprises, he recognized the necessity of gaining a competitive edge in today's market and effectively communicating his extensive experience.
He needed a new resume that showcased his readiness for organizational roles, highlighting robust career progression throughout his consultancy experience while emphasizing transferable skills to distinguish him as a standout candidate.
After extensively researching professional resume writing companies, Nicholas noted the high number of 5-star Google Reviews that Resume Target had, ultimately leading him to use our services.
He connected with a Resume Advisor and was paired with an in-house resume writer, who tailored our services to meet his needs and interests.
Nicholas shared his goal of connecting with HR teams and hiring managers in competitive industries such as government and pharmaceuticals. We listened carefully and provided ongoing consultation throughout the process, ensuring he felt informed and supported every step of the way.
"They got to know me as a person so they could best represent me on paper."
As an Adult Education/Corporate Training Consultant, Nicholas undertook numerous change management-related projects and utilized project management methodologies. Recognizing the importance of highlighting these skills, we prioritized their prominence on his resume.
We began by analyzing the specifics of each contract Nicholas held, focusing on his primary role mandate, accomplishments, and results achieved. Our emphasis was on identifying key technologies, process improvements, and workflows he implemented.
This approach allowed us to structure each contract as an individual project, effectively showcasing Nicholas's experience in leading project lifecycles from inception to completion.
We created a consolidated "Areas of Expertise" section, carefully selecting relevant skills from multiple roles—stakeholder engagement, quality assurance, project management and evaluation, effective communication, and end-user training.
Nicholas felt more confident heading into his job hunt knowing he didn't have to wonder if formatting and ATS compliance were affecting his search.
With his new resume, Nicholas found himself in front of hiring managers, confidently articulating his skill sets and ultimately securing a role that aligned with the goals he identified while working with Resume Target.
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