The Hidden Dangers of Outsourcing Your Resume (And Why DIY is the Way to Go)
As a job seeker, you might be tempted to outsource your resume writing to a professional. After all, they're the experts, right? Wrong! As Work It DAILY's newsletter manager, I'm here to tell you why writing your own resume is not just a smart move, but an essential one for your career success.
The Resume Writer's Trap
Did you know, that when you pay someone to write your resume, their primary goal is to make you feel good about yourself? They want you to see that expensive price tag and think, "Wow, look at how amazing I sound!" But here's the kicker – that fancy, overblown resume isn't what recruiters and hiring managers want to see.
At Work It DAILY, we frequently have members join with resumes they paid hundreds or even thousands of dollars for a resume writer, only to discover they were completely useless. Some even had fonts and formatting that were getting them automatically rejected by applicant tracking systems. Talk about a costly mistake!
Why DIY is the Way to Go
So, why should you write your own resume? It's simple:
1. You know yourself best
2. You'll be able to speak confidently about every detail
3. You'll save money in the long run
When a recruiter calls you for an interview, you need to be able to discuss your resume inside and out. If someone else wrote it for you, you might struggle to explain certain points or elaborate on your experiences. By writing it yourself, you ensure that every word reflects your true skills and achievements.
The Work It DAILY Method: Learn Once, Use Forever
Remember, every job is temporary. Do you really want to shell out hundreds of dollars every time you need to update your resume? By learning to do it yourself, you're investing in a skill that will serve you throughout your entire career.
Need more convincing? Consider this: 74% of recruiters we surveyed preferred our resume format because it was easier to read. That's right – by following our simple method, you're giving yourself a significant advantage in the job market.
Write Your Own Resume TODAY
The team at Work It DAILY has created a FREE Resume and LinkedIn Bootcamp to teach job seekers how to write their resume and LinkedIn profile by themselves. You'll get instant access to our best techniques and walk away with a fully revamped resume and LinkedIn profile. The best part? It will take you under an hour to complete.
Don't let overpriced resume services hold you back. Click HERE to get our FREE bootcamp today and discover just how empowering (and easy!) it can be to create a resume that truly reflects your value.
Trust me, you've got this – and we've got your back!
Cassidy O’Donnell
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