Services

A well-written thank you note/letter can make the difference between winning the job, or not. Your thank you letter will be prepared after your job interview and fully customised to the role and the interviewer(s). Its purpose is to communicate information that was not shared during the interview, respond to any concerns that may have been raised, reinforce points from the interview, distinguish you as different from other candidates, and of course build a relationship with the hiring authority and keep you top-of-mind.

There is no reason, particularly with a thank you letter, to write a formal letter on letterhead. Instead make it easy for the reader by delivering your letter via email message. It’s quick and efficient and can easily be saved in email or in the database of a company or recruiter

2 page letter addressing key selection criteria using STAR method. You provide us with your detailed examples and we will craft your clear, concise responses.

Service includes 2 x sessions with a complete 12 Step Action Plan. With access to the latest tools and research, this program can establish an online identity and support you to uncover the hidden job market. (This service is only offered if you have ordered the Professional Resume service and LinkedIn Profile Creation/Optimisation service.) As part of the Job Search Program you will receive:

• 30 minute initial consultation to assess your goals and objectives;
• 12 Step Action Plan that you can implement immediately and start noticing real results;
• List of recruiters and hiring managers to target;
• Example wording for communication structure;
• Tips and advice based on your goals; and
• 45 minute follow up coaching session.

Are you lost or stuck in your job search? Want to give your job search a jump start? The Total Résumés 30-day job search challenge is designed to help you take action. The most effective way to achieve your goal of a new job is to develop a plan, create action steps, and then hold yourself accountable. So congratulations, you are already ahead of most job seekers out there by starting this challenge.

The individual 30-day job search challenge has one task a day for 30 days, plus some bonus days. Your goal is to complete each of the tasks on a daily basis and record your actions and results. At the end of the 30 days, review your progress. Identify which activities have given you the best results.

LinkedIn is one of the top tools for jobseekers to help you build your network, connect with recruiters and hiring managers you don’t yet know, boost your online presence, and stay top of mind with people you know — and people you want to know. The Total Resumes 30-day challenge will give you 60 possible LinkedIn daily actions to choose from — you will complete one activity each day.

• You’ll take 30 days of consistent action, choosing from actions in six different areas:
• Improving Your LinkedIn Profile
• Connecting With Contacts, Companies, Recruiters, and Hiring Managers
• Creating Content (Status Updates and LinkedIn Publishing)
• Getting Involved in Groups
• Giving and Getting Endorsements and Recommendations
• Grab Bag

Half page responses using STAR method. You provide us with your detailed examples and we will craft your clear, concise responses.

E-Notes are a cut and refined version of the traditional cover letter, perfectly suited to today’s digital age. The E-Note gets straight to the point; it’s just a third to a half a page and appears in the body of your email to the hiring authority, guaranteeing it will be seen and you’re effectively selling yourself before any attachments are even opened. Our e-Notes contain similar content to our letters factoring the following points:

• Tend to be shorter, with brief paragraphs and bullet points that can be easily viewed on a mobile device or small screen;
• Are direct and to the point, making the best use of valuable screen space; and
• Although never too casual, an e-Note tends to be less formal than a traditional business letter.

Priority Service 96 hour project turnaround (from receipt of completed client questionnaire)

A well-written corporate profile or bio can be used as a marketing tool to entice investors and clients, as an introduction, for networking purposes, public speaking, or as part of your job search. This service includes a full bio (1 page). Your dynamic and concise corporate bio suite will be interesting, engaging, and of course, personally branded and unique.

Lack of preparation is the biggest, most common mistake made by job seekers when going for a job interview. Interviewing, and presenting yourself well in an interview is a skill; which is good news because preparation and practice will improve your skill level. During the session, you will:

• Discover how to prepare for interviews and make a great first impression;
• Learn strategies to overcome nerves and build your confidence;
• Find out how to build rapport with the interviewer and sell yourself effectively;
• Learn how to answer common interview questions and what hiring managers are looking for in your responses;
• Get help preparing responses to behavioural-based questions;
• Discover how to negotiate and secure a competitive salary package;
• Learn about interview follow-up and
• Get tips and techniques to help you stand out from other applicants.

A visually engaging interview-winning resume prepared using a variety of expert styling techniques. These resumes are designed to showcase your creativity and differentiate you from the many others applying for the same positions. Present one of our stylised resumes during interviews and you will stand out from the crowd!

**Pls note, as an additional extra, this service is only available to clients who have purchased an ATS resume.  Contact us for an individual quote if you only require a design resume.

A visually engaging 1-page overview of your value proposition, expertise, career highlights and key achievements, with your professional brand and target at the forefront.

The Networking Resume is perfect for distributing to past and present colleagues, business associates, connections, and even friends and family, so they can quickly gain an understanding of what you do and the value you offer. The addition of this approach to your job search could potentially open doors you didn’t know existed; after all, networking has always been, and will always be, the number 1 job search strategy.

**Pls note, as an additional extra, this service is only available to clients who have purchased an ATS resume.  Contact us for an individual quote if you only require a networking resume.

Cover letters are often overlooked as an insignificant aspect of the job application process. This is simply not true – cover letters are vital as they establish all-important rapport with the prospective employer and effectively communicate your personal brand whilst highlighting some of your key achievements and strengths. Our Cover Letters incorporate the 6 hallmarks of a modern job search letter including:

• Instantly communicates WHY you’re writing;
• Clearly establishes WHO you are;
• Captures attention by addressing the reader’s needs and interests;
• Includes specific examples of value and success, NOT just generic qualifications;
• Are succinctly written and easily readable, appealing to human and electronic readers; and
• Close with a call to action.

LinkedIn can help you effectively position yourself in the competitive job market, network with like-minded people in your industry, and apply for advertised jobs through an online database. You may even be headhunted by recruiters or potential employers. As the world’s largest professional network with over 380 million members worldwide and more than 7 million members in Australia, you’d be mad not to join! This LinkedIn service includes professional LinkedIn consulting, strategy development and advice, Getting Started with LinkedIn guide, and a keyword optimised LinkedIn profile including the following sections:

• Headline;
• Summary with Specialties;
• Professional Experience (Current Job only);
• Education;
• Your supplied photo updated and cropped; and
• Your content uploaded to your online profile.

This is the way to be found and to search for employment. Bold, brief, branded LinkedIn profile to build chemistry and desire. This is today’s #1 job seeker’s tool to connect with others, tap into the hidden job market (where 85% of jobs are found) and be headhunted by recruiters and job search consultants. Using up-to-the-minute contemporary knowledge of how recruiters use LinkedIn, we also ensure optimum ‘stickiness’—compelling your readers to stay and learn more. Our LinkedIn profile development service is a full service that includes the writing, strategising, SEO optimisation, keyword optimisation, branding, and development/improvement of your LinkedIn profile.

This service is NOT a copy-and-paste exercise of either your resume or the resume that we create for you. LinkedIn profiles should not be an exact replica of your resume. The value-packed LinkedIn Enhancer includes all services from the LinkedIn Starter/Update, plus plenty of extras to create an all-star profile. Service includes:

• Headline;
• Summary with Specialties;
• Professional Experience (10 years);
• Education;
• Certifications and Courses;
• Skills and Interests;
• Languages, Volunteering, Honours/Awards, Patents, Causes, Organisations, Projects, (as appropriate);
• Suggested Groups to join;
• Suggested Companies to follow;
• Your supplied photo updated and cropped;
• Background photo (Premium accounts only); and
• Your content uploaded to your online profile.

Join me for a 30-minute phone coaching session on how to get the most out of your online profile including managing settings, job seeking tools, making connections and networking, and improving visibility/validation.

Resume update (1-2 Jobs) for existing Total Resumes clients.

Welcome back – Take advantage of our 2 year reduced fees for existing clients.

If we last worked together more than 2 years ago; or you are now ready to step into a more senior role; or you want to change careers… it could be time for a rewrite – email or call to discuss.